Axl Rose: "I would like to explore India"

[FunkyMonkey]

I would like to explore India: Axl Rose

Dec 2, 2012

Axl Rose, the lead vocalist of Guns n' Roses, who are all set to perform in Delhi on December 12, talks about what's in store for their fans in India.

On performing in India
I've always wanted to play in India. We've tried to make that happen but for whatever reasons it just didn't work out. We're all looking forward to coming there and performing for everyone." When asked if he plans to travel to places apart from the cities he's performing in, he replies, "That would be great! I'm sure the rest of the guys and crew will visit some other places. If I'm lucky I'll be able to. Mostly I focus on the shows but if I have time I'm excited to explore India."

On Indian spirituality
I'm interested in having a personal, first- hand understanding of spirituality and religion as well as politics and government in India," he says. We pointed out that his Wikipedia page says that he had a keen interest in past life regression. Seeing as India is regarded as a spiritual haven by many, was that something he was keen to explore? "I'm not sure that what I personally believe or not is really out there publicly," he replied. "Lots of people say and twist things and have done so over the years for their own purposes based on gossip, hearsay, unsubstantiated media nonsense and even outright lies, especially when money may be involved and/or if they're trying to make problems for others. I do like to explore and consider lots of different concepts, ideologies, belief systems, religions etc, and have an understanding of what others feel, think or believe, but in my opinion, ultimately what one "believes" is their own business."

India as a music destination
It does seem like bands or the touring/concert industry is really trying to make an effort to include India in their tours, more so now than in the past which I think is a good thing," he says about the recent trend, adding that he would be open to collaborations while he's in town. "With regard to collaborations with Indian artistes, I think there's always the possibility of collaborations anywhere with nearly anyone."

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/music/news-and-interviews/I-would-like-to-explore-India-Axl-Rose/articleshow/17440527.cms

[cineater]

I'm not even sure what to say to that.  Axl sounds like he has a lot on his mind, working hard.  I hope he gets to get out, maybe there is something in India.

Sorry for the annalist.    Can't help but be concerned for Axl's well being, he's such a nice man to have to deal with all these complications.

[FunkyMonkey]

More from the interview with Axl...


I have always wanted to play in India: Axl Rose

Mumbai, December 05, 2012

Ahead of the Guns N? Roses Mumbai concert this Sunday as part of their debut tour of India, the band?s iconic frontman Axl Roses talks about life, music and more.

Your concert is going to fulfil the dreams of many diehard Guns N? Roses fans. What took you so long to get here?

I?ve always wanted to play in India. We?ve tried to make it happen, but for whatever reasons, it just wasn?t working out. We?re all very excited and looking forward to performing for everyone.

It?s been four years since your last release, Chinese Democracy. Are you working on something new now? When can fans expect your next release?

Yes, in the future! Ha! GN?R has been in business for almost three decades. Like many other bands, it has also seen many line-up changes.

How challenging is it for a band to stay united despite such creative differences?

In order to simply survive, make a living and to be able to tour and do shows like these, creative differences aren?t the only differences that are challenges. I don?t feel most of the differences or challenges with Appetite?s (GN?R?s debut album Appetite For Destruction, 1987) or other lineups had anything to do with musical differences or GN?R?s music. In my opinion, our issues had to do with control, public perception or misperception and who?s in the lineup?s music, and not the particular style, sound or genre.

Any advice to upcoming bands on how to stay a cohesive unit?

I?d say we all learn the hard way, whether we want to or not, that you have to protect yourself individually in business and then you can work at being as fair and democratic as possible. But without having your house in order first, you won?t have the tools or foundation to make things work between each other when the going gets tough.

Since this is going to be your debut concert here, what are you looking forward to the most?

Giving a successful show, having the fans feel good about the concert and their time there and... I love Indian food!

Any cultural experiences you?d like to indulge in while you are here?

I?m sure the rest of the guys and crew will visit some places. If I?m lucky, I?ll be able to. Mostly, I?ll focus on the shows, but if I have time, I?m excited to explore India.

Are there any Indian artistes you follow or would like to collaborate with in the future?

It?s something I want to explore.


In their 25-year-old career, the band has released six albums, the most recent being Chinese Democracy, in 2008.

http://www.hindustantimes.com/Entertainment/Music/I-have-always-wanted-to-play-in-India-Axl-Rose/Article1-968621.aspx

[FunkyMonkey]

It?s been four years since your last release, Chinese Democracy. Are you working on something new now? When can fans expect your next release?

Yes, in the future! Ha!

 

I don?t feel most of the differences or challenges with Appetite?s (GN?R?s debut album Appetite For Destruction, 1987) or other lineups had anything to do with musical differences or GN?R?s music. In my opinion, our issues had to do with control, public perception or misperception and who?s in the lineup?s music, and not the particular style, sound or genre.

Interesting.

[HBK]

It?s been four years since your last release, Chinese Democracy. Are you working on something new now? When can fans expect your next release?

Yes, in the future! Ha!

 

Comming Soon Is PAST !!!

In The Future Is NEW !!!


 

[LuanVictor]

It?s been four years since your last release, Chinese Democracy. Are you working on something new now? When can fans expect your next release?

Yes, in the future! Ha!

 

Comming Soon Is PAST !!!

In The Future Is NEW !!!


 

[Siamese Democracy]

Has anyone reported whether or not Axl has seen any sights yet?  He really seemed to be looking forward with the spiritual lands of India.  Can't wait to see some pics.

[raindogs70]

Just saw a tabloid thing pop up, but no photos of GNR with them...
http://salmankhanholics.com/image/37688489984

And this on MSN, still no band members though:
http://entertainment.in.msn.com/gallery/celebs-at-guns-n-roses-concert#image=1