Mick Jagger released a solo album which was a total flop. Being a big name or having curiosity value isn't always something you can rely on.
That wasnt Falcons point. The fact is,
Chinese Democracy will debut at #1 (or near there). Its highly anticipated, and is sure to sell reasonably well at first.
no it isnt.. the majority of the general public doesnt know the gnr that we know..
they know the old axl as a major egomaniac dick who either fired everyone in the band for no reason or was the only one left in the band because the band was sick of axl never showing up for gigs.. derived mostly from what is fed by the media...
and they know the new axl as a fat guy with a shit load of plastic surgery, shitty dreadlocks, and a has been who cant even sing his own songs in tune anymore.. derived mostly from the vma 02 performance..
so yes, i think team chinese democracy will be a huge underdog..