Slash says "never say never" over return to classic-era GN'R lineup

[jak0lantern01]

Yeah, but what else is there to talk about?

It sort of speaks volumes that this is the most newsworthy event to happen in the GNRverse in 2015, but that's where we are now.

I do find it rather interesting that Slash's name has been allowed in the GnR section, I thought that was taboo. And the "R" word as well..........

[gunnersince94]

Whenever I grow impatient to hear the next album, I remind myself of these lyrics:
"Well some say I'm lazy
And others say that's just me
Some say I'm crazy
I guess I'll always be"

Axl said it himself right from the beginning: he's a bit crazy... but that's also what makes his greatness !! 

[JAEBALL]

It is completely up in the air right now...no way to tell what direction Axl is going to steer the ship or who will be involved. It is really as simple as that. 

Yup . I think there was a lot of truth behind the rumor that everybody was free to do their own thing indefinitely . Which contradicts Dj's belief that we're going to be doing a lot of touring.

I think there's a very good chance we see some sort of hybrid GNR touring lineup. Some same members some old members and maybe a new member. I still think anything with Slash is a real long shot.

Let's just hope whoever is on stage is in support of some kind of recording with Axl on vocals.

[FunkyMonkey]

I think there was a lot of truth behind the rumor that everybody was free to do their own thing indefinitely.

That was a year ago, almost to the day.

Then there is this:

Sources have told The Pulse Of Radio that Axl has previously indicated to members of the current GUNS N' ROSES lineup his desire to stop touring, only to change his mind and book dates.

[bailyrose]

This reunion will NEVER happen. Axl said himself "not in this lifetime "

[GNR2014]

This reunion will NEVER happen. Axl said himself "not in this lifetime "

Yeah, well, to be fair, Axl has said a lot of things.

[Bodhi]

I am kind of surprised this thread has gotten so much traction.  Can someone explain to me, because I am definitely missing it, why is the possibility of a reunion all the sudden "up in the air."  What has changed since Axl said "not in this lifetime"?  Is everyone basing this off of one random Slash interview where he gave a very PC answer to another reunion question he was bombarded with?  Thats it?  I could understand if Slash was going around talking about a reunion in every interview and Axl was dropping cryptic tweets about it.  But this thread is honestly 25 pages long based off of one answer Slash gave in an interview that I never would have thought twice about after watching it?

[GnR-NOW]

I agree, not sure why it has so much traction either. But I'm one of those fans that wants to hear more CD era songs and focus on the future

[Ginger King]

This reunion will NEVER happen. Axl said himself "not in this lifetime "

Yeah, well, to be fair, Axl has said a lot of things.

Exactly.  As we've been reminded here several times, plans change.  Don't see why that concept isn't applicable here as well.

[FunkyMonkey]

Wasn't the "not in this lifetime" comment a flip response he gave to a cameraman from....TMZ.

[Bodhi]

Wasn't the "not in this lifetime" comment a flip response he gave to a cameraman from....TMZ.

Yes , but remember the whole Axl and Dizzy not going to the Hall of Fame?  Or the countless other times in the last 20 years Axl has said he doesn't want to work with Slash?  It is crystal clear at least to me that Axl is not interested in a reunion. That's why I was asking if there is something that I am not seeing here that apparently a few of you are.  There seems to be a renewed optimism from some wanting a reunion and I'm not sure where it is coming from.

[FunkyMonkey]

I think what people are responding to is the current situation.  Ron has quit the band, and there are no current album or tour plans.

Duff reunites with Axl, plays more than a few shows with GN'R.

Then you add Slash saying "never say never" to a reunion.  Duff and Gilby say they agree and Steven is always on board, Matt too.

I think that's what you're seeing.

[Tongue-like-a-razor]

Add Slash's birthday wishes, which were somewhat acknowledged by Axl...

[Bridge]

There seems to be a renewed optimism from some wanting a reunion and I'm not sure where it is coming from.

Plain and simple, it's coming from this thread being allowed to stay open.

Add Slash's birthday wishes, which were somewhat acknowledged by Axl...

What did Axl say to somewhat acknowledge this?   

[jazjme]

What we have here is all those who would never think to post here, are thinking they are gonna have a field day!!.lol


Edit to add: I say let them eat cake!!!

[faldor]

There seems to be a renewed optimism from some wanting a reunion and I'm not sure where it is coming from.

Plain and simple, it's coming from this thread being allowed to stay open.

Add Slash's birthday wishes, which were somewhat acknowledged by Axl...

What did Axl say to somewhat acknowledge this?   

He just thanked everyone for the birthday wishes. So since Slash wished him a Happy Birthday, technically He was included in Axl's thank you. It's a stretch, but that's how it goes.

I won't truly believe this is actually going to happen until Axl gives us reason to. But the future is a little unsure, so people seem to be grasping at anything. If they were going to reunite, now would seem to make some sense. Who's more likely to return at this point, Ron, Slash, Buckethead, or Robin? Assuming Ron is in fact gone once and for all that is. If none of those guys return, do they go forward with DJ and Richard or add someone new to the mix? Some interesting questions that need to be answered. Only then can we see what the future may truly hold.

[Bridge]

He just thanked everyone for the birthday wishes. So since Slash wished him a Happy Birthday, technically He was included in Axl's thank you. It's a stretch, but that's how it goes.

That's a stretch even by the standards of a "stretch".  To me, that's a little ridiculous to even consider that an acknowledgement, let alone evidence that a reunion may be imminent.

[ITARocker]

People grow up and people change.

There's obviously a long standing resentment toward Slash, mainly fueled by media, slash himself and years of no-talking.

I had a couple of similar situation in my personal life. After years of "never again" attitude towards certain people (past girlfriend and friend), i  met them by chance and we just shaked hands and start talking again with no resentment and anger left

[reayj2003]

The traction comes from the fact the old GN'R image has suddenly become OK to use again. Reading Duff's new book is also giving me the feeling it could happen. He's a very level headed guy and I'm sure Axl and him got to the bottom of a few issues.

Put it this way there were 35 songs in 2002, it's now 2015 and we've heard 17 (including Silkworms, Oh my god & Going Down)...If Axl is so sure the future of the band is with the current line up why would this be the case.

With regards to the RN'R hall of fame- it was the wrong time. Axl was still pushing Chinese. To play with the original guys then try to tour with the replacements would not be good.

[Sickthings3]

I think another reason it has traction, and I have not read the entire thread, but I thought somewhere in an interview Slash said that things between him and Axl are fine now. He did acknowledge that they haven't spoken to each other in 13 + years or so but that he can feel it, or something like that.

People are holding out and wishing. Who knows, Axl could be contemplating what to do. Or he could be planning his next move with the current band. Or he could be enjoying a break. Whichever it is, I hope he's having fun and happy.