Why No Guitarist??

[jameslofton29]

  Since the band became inactive almost 3 years ago, the strangest thing about GNR is how Axl has not hired a replacement for Buckethead. After Buckethead quit, alot of fans speculated about who was going to be his replacement. Here we are, over a year later, and the slot still hasn't been filled. Why? I know some of you say that they don't need someone else because Axl has Fortus and Finck. But if thats the case, why have Buckethead to begin with if Finck and Fortus(or Tobias) were good enough?                 It just doesn't make any sense anymore. I would bet any amount of money that the band hasn't even got together since Buckethead's departure. And that's pathetic. Let's say Axl gets a wild hair and decides to do a surprise appearance on SNL, can the band do the new material without filling the vacant slot? Or will we have to hear the millionth rendition of 'Jungle' or 'Paradise City'?              Everything that's happened since Buckethead's departure paints a very bleak picture of the band. No statements,no recording,no rehearsals. Nothing. When people used to ask me about the new album, I used to give different reasons why I thought it was coming soon. Now when someone asks me , I laugh. We're no closer to CD than we were in 2000. Sad but true.

[jarmo]

Because they don't need a third guitar player until they tour? 

That is, if they decide to go with three guitar players then.



/jarmo

[Jonx]

All Axl needs to do is sit down with Buckethead with a couple of beers, some KFC, slam some $$$ on the table, promise to provide a chicken coup backstage at every show and everything fine!

Jonx

[Saul]

All Axl needs to do is sit down with Buckethead with a couple of beers, some KFC, slam some $$$ on the table, promise to provide a chicken coup backstage at every show and everything fine!

Jonx

buckethead doesnt drink alcohol.

[Mikkamakka]

All Axl needs to do is sit down with Buckethead with a couple of beers, some KFC, slam some $$$ on the table, promise to provide a chicken coup backstage at every show and everything fine!

Jonx

buckethead doesnt drink alcohol.

and what about Herbie? I think Axl should talk to Herbie, since he's the spokeperson for Buckethead. 

BTW why did Axl nix RIR4 if they didn't need a third guitarist? Communication breakdown...

[nesquick]

Buckethead wasn't an important member. Let's roll with 2 guitarists.

[Falcon]

All Axl needs to do is sit down with Buckethead with a couple of beers, some KFC, slam some $$$ on the table, promise to provide a chicken coup backstage at every show and everything fine!

Jonx

I can't see BH going back to the musical confines of GNR. ?As much as I enjoyed his presence in the band, it was just never a good fit.

[the dirt]

?As much as I enjoyed his presence in the band, it was just never a good fit.

The whole outfit could be looked upon as a jumble. He actually did fit.

[busngabb]

Why would there be any need for another guitarist? There are obviously no plans for Guns n' Roses to ever do anything again.

As far as I can see it, Rose has retired and the rest of the 'band' are saying they are still in Guns merely to promote their careers.

[Dr. Blutarsky]

Why would there be any need for another guitarist? There are obviously no plans for Guns n' Roses to ever do anything again.

As far as I can see it, Rose has retired and the rest of the 'band' are saying they are still in Guns merely to promote their careers.

Anything is possible, but I disagree. What is Robin promoting?

[ppbebe]

As far as I can see it, Rose has retired and the rest of the 'band' are saying they are still in Guns merely to promote their careers.

This is a whole new theory. I disagree.

The whole outfit could be looked upon as a jumble. He actually did fit.

Yay! Welcome to the jumble. I agree.

When people used to ask me about the new album, I used to give different reasons why I thought it was coming soon. Now when someone asks me , I laugh. We're no closer to CD than we were in 2000. Sad but true.

Why, people shouldn't ask a naysayer about present GN'R. 

[Saul]

Buckethead wasn't an important member. Let's roll with 2 guitarists.

He sure wasnt!!! Look how awesome they played at rir4 without him! 

oh ... wait .... 

[2NaFish]

how do we know they don't have a replacement? how do we know they're even planning to get a replacement?

[damnthehaters]

how do we know they don't have a replacement? how do we know they're even planning to get a replacement?

Well, as of a month ago I know that they don't have a replacement.  And yes, maybe there not going to get one.

[estranged.1098]

Out of curiosity, what is your source?

[Mr Cowbell ?]

All Axl needs to do is sit down with Buckethead with a couple of beers, some KFC, slam some $$$ on the table, promise to provide a chicken coup backstage at every show and everything fine!

Jonx

Isn't BH against eating chickens and wants to free them?

[Dr. Blutarsky]

BH is an amazing guitar player, but an oddball.

GNR can carry on without him.  Fortus is more than capable of filling his shoes.

[killingvector]

Buckethead was by far the most talented gnr guitarist; his shoes will be tough to fill. Axl needs to find someone who can be iconic.

[estranged.1098]

Isn't BH against eating chickens and wants to free them?

I read that once. But I also read that he wears the KFC bucket to piss the chickens off.

Needless to say it's not easy to understand Buckethead.

[jimmythegent]

I think they should try and get him back, he was a vital element I feel. if  he wont come back, stay with Fortus and Finck. Will they be able to cope with BH's parts though? It really is all in the air as we don't really know the nature of his work on CD (im guessing alot of atmospheric/textural guitar work). IRS showed he'll bring some shred to the table, but realistically that solo doesnt have to be played that way, Finck (or Fortus) could just play a fast pentatonic break there.

Axls statement regarding BH's departure a year ago sounded like a reconciliation wouldnt be out of the question. I hope this eventuates, mostly I pray BHs parts stay on CD - he's the vital creative spark to offset Axl I reckon.