RapidFire

[qcmyoungwill]

Anyone know what happened to the stuff Kevin Lawerence said he was gonna put out?  The RapidFire website (RapidFire1983.com) isn't up anymore either.

[Dead N' Bloated]

I emailed their myspace page a while ago and they told me they were hoping it would be out around 6 months from then but it never happened.

I have sent another couple of emails to them since but never got a reply and the myspace page hasn't been updated in a long time


 

[qcmyoungwill]

Such a tease.  Lawerence talks about how he's gonna put out that stuff 2 years ago and now he's gone.  I was really interested in hearing the stuff.

[Izzy_23]

I don't think it was a tease more so Axl's lawyers.

[qcmyoungwill]

I don't think it was a tease more so Axl's lawyers.

Of course... I was just saying that it's a tease to know the material is out there and we can't hear it.

[Limulus]

"Rare Axl Rose (GUNS N' ROSES) recordings made while he was a member of the early '80s band RAPIDFIRE will be made available to the public despite Axl's objections to their commercial release, according to former RAPIDFIRE guitarist Kevin Lawrence.

The tapes, which were purportedly recorded in May 1983, have been in storage in the original eight-track format for more than 20 years. The songs featured on the tape are as follows:

01. Ready to Rumble
02. All Night Long
03. The Prowler
04. On the Run
05. Closure

RAPIDFIRE's lineup was as follows:

Axl Rose - Vocals
Kevin Lawrence - Guitar
Mike Hammernik - Bass
Chuck Gordon ? Drums

According to Lawrence, Axl's voice on the RAPIDFIRE recording sounds a bit "more Rob Halford"-ish compared to his vocals on "Appetite for Destruction". In addition, the CD's packaging will reportedly include "plenty of pre-tattoo Axl pictures."

Regarding the CD's delay, Lawrence writes, "My attorney has been working with Axl's attorney for some time now trying to come out with a way to release these demos which is acceptible to Axl. Regardless, though, of what he wants, the law states that I can release these at any time and have the full legal right to do so. Because at one time (and if I ever spoke to him now) I considered Axl a friend, I am trying to work beyond the scope of my legal rights with him, out of my respect and admiration for him. Regardless, though, if in the future he chooses not to cooperate, the CD will come out commercially. Once again I am sorry to all of you for the delay, but the legal process moves very slowly.""

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this was  the latest update from KEVIN L. in May 2007. whatever happened is speculation right now. facts are the rapidfire website and Kevin's email account aint working anymore and we didnt get any updates for about a year.

so things dont look good for a release from those demos....

[GNRreunioneventually]

CHINESE DEMOCRACY > anything rapidfire did/does/doing............whatever

[alejoyp]

I'm really interesting in hear this material... Hollywood Rose demos sounded  NWOBHM for me, also chris weber said that... n' this guy lawrence said that Axl voice sounds more like Halford... seems to be a metal band... the name n' also their looks... it's a shame can't hear this material 

[Satapher]

I'm really interesting in hear this material... Hollywood Rose demos sounded  NWOBHM for me, also chris weber said that... n' this guy lawrence said that Axl voice sounds more like Halford... seems to be a metal band... the name n' also their looks... it's a shame can't hear this material 

indeed it was a metal band

[MikeD]

"Rare Axl Rose (GUNS N' ROSES) recordings made while he was a member of the early '80s band RAPIDFIRE will be made available to the public despite Axl's objections to their commercial release, according to former RAPIDFIRE guitarist Kevin Lawrence.

The tapes, which were purportedly recorded in May 1983, have been in storage in the original eight-track format for more than 20 years. The songs featured on the tape are as follows:

01. Ready to Rumble
02. All Night Long
03. The Prowler
04. On the Run
05. Closure

RAPIDFIRE's lineup was as follows:

Axl Rose - Vocals
Kevin Lawrence - Guitar
Mike Hammernik - Bass
Chuck Gordon – Drums

According to Lawrence, Axl's voice on the RAPIDFIRE recording sounds a bit "more Rob Halford"-ish compared to his vocals on "Appetite for Destruction". In addition, the CD's packaging will reportedly include "plenty of pre-tattoo Axl pictures."

Regarding the CD's delay, Lawrence writes, "My attorney has been working with Axl's attorney for some time now trying to come out with a way to release these demos which is acceptible to Axl. Regardless, though, of what he wants, the law states that I can release these at any time and have the full legal right to do so. Because at one time (and if I ever spoke to him now) I considered Axl a friend, I am trying to work beyond the scope of my legal rights with him, out of my respect and admiration for him. Regardless, though, if in the future he chooses not to cooperate, the CD will come out commercially. Once again I am sorry to all of you for the delay, but the legal process moves very slowly.""

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this was  the latest update from KEVIN L. in May 2007. whatever happened is speculation right now. facts are the rapidfire website and Kevin's email account aint working anymore and we didnt get any updates for about a year.

so things dont look good for a release from those demos....

No they don't. Also, he can say what he will about releasing those recordings. And yes, it's probably true, Axl wouldn't have a leg to stand on legally. However, he has the money the keep that dude tied up in court and can outspend him. At some point, it's just not worth the legal hassle to deal with someone who's richer than you are.

[qcmyoungwill]

I love the HR stuff and can only imagine what Rapidfire sounds like.  C'mon Kevin Lawerence.  If you read this board... just send me a couple snippets.  Hell, I'd be happy with a :10 hook from each song just to wet my appetite. 

[Limulus]

update:

"In Los Angeles in May 1983 a little known band called Rapidfire made a demo. It was Bill Bailey's first time in a recording studio. He ROCKED the house! Who would have known that he would become one of Rock's biggest stars? Well... here we have the first ever, unreleased recordings of that band, with it's then undiscovered singer who now goes by the name of Axl Rose (R). Five unreleased songs featuring one of Rock's biggest stars at the begining and most pristine time of his career. The vocals are AMAZING!

Interested in buying these recordings, photos, and the associated copyrights? Contact the Attorney dealing with these incredible pieces of undiscovered Rock History, and own them!"

http://rapidfire1983.com/


up for sale!! 

[Mechanical-Worm]

This item is not directly up for sale. It was a route that he was thinking about taking but not sure.

If he does take it you're looking to spend a shit load of money ($20+ Thousand) for the rights and then Kevin wants compensation. Then they want to meet you and discuss your intentions with the items and stuff.


But apparently according to his attorney that idea is over with.

[mrhays]

A clip was posted on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLQGLEdmILU It's badass!

[axlrosegnr]

A clip was posted on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLQGLEdmILU It's badass!

Yeah it is! Welcome to the board dude!

[Chuzeville]

The whole story... as told by Lawrence's attorney.
http://www.rapidfire1983.com/Rapidfire-Recordings-Web1.pdf

[Limulus]

on may 25, 2013 this info got out:

Thirty years ago today, Kevin Lawrence went into the studio with Axl Rose, Mike Hamernik and Chuck Gordon.  They recorded five songs.  As all of you know, none of them have ever been released to the public.  Although nothing has changed in this regard, I can see no harm in posting a small sample of the opening track.  So many people continue to express their interest in the Rapidfire Recordings, it seems like a good way to satisfy everyone's curiosity and to mark this anniversary.
 
Enjoy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ck06IJNewI0&feature=youtu.be
 
Joshua Solomon
joshua@rapidfire1983.com

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^^this is the first proven official audioclip from these 30 year old demo sessions 

[Mr. Redman]

A clip was posted on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLQGLEdmILU It's badass!

Yeah it is! Welcome to the board dude!

Hi guys! Hahah.

A.

[axlrosegnr]

A clip was posted on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLQGLEdmILU It's badass!

Yeah it is! Welcome to the board dude!

Hi guys! Hahah.

A.

Hey man!

H.

[norway]

Would really like the hear this at a point. The sample sounds great.

Translashon: OMAGAD, GIEV!!! k'thx

The whole story... as told by Lawrence's attorney.
http://www.rapidfire1983.com/Rapidfire-Recordings-Web1.pdf

Thanks for this, wonder what the pimpmaster thinks.