[CONFIRMED] Izzy talks: Not involved with GN'R at this point

[JeffK]

Exactly!...Nobody in the GNR camp have ever used the word reunion. The only ones calling it a reunion are fans and media...then these same fans and media complain that it's not a reunion without Izzy and Steven...News flash people...It's not a reunion and never has been! I think the rumoured lineup is awesome and can't wait til April 8th!

[overmatik]

Well, if he isn't involved then as I have stated before, it isn't a reunion....just another lineup....no different than Sabbath or Deep Purple or whoever.  

GNR has not used the word "reunion" in any tweets or official statement released from the band.
Not once.

It's not a reunion, is more of a natural evolution. It's the best possible scenario we could have taking everything into consideration.  

If anything is a reunion of the Illusion tour era, with the same three original members that finished that tour. To discuss Frank vs Matt or Gilby vs Richard vs Dave is ridiculous, they're all hired hands anyway...

[Top-Hatted One]

I just wish he would be involved in writing new GN'R songs. That is the most important thing but it doesn't seem to be the case according to his words. Similar let down to when Izzy officially dropped out of GN'R but I fully understand. Izzy is done being in the limelight with a huge band. All these years never got to see Izzy live. The only gnr member of any kind I've yet to see. Came close at Hammerstein 2006. Hopefully he joins them onstage around New York

[JAEBALL]

Wow I totally spaced out... I saw Izzy at Hammerstein in 06!

Still hoping to see him come out with the band..im sure he will.

[OscarAxl22]

No real surprises there if that's from Izzy.

I don't really understand the love in for him either, if he doesn't want to be a part of it that's his decision, but mourning over it like its the end of the world is a little silly too. GNR has replaced him how many times over the years?

This whole deal is driven on Slash being back. The hardcores will say otherwise but it's time to let it go and get on with actually enjoying what's about to happen!

[GypsySoul]

No real surprises there if that's from Izzy.

The real surprise is, if that's really Izzy, he actually made a public comment on the topic. 

[ericy210]

He was pretty specific about April.  Hope the door is still open.

[Spirit]

He was pretty specific about April.  Hope the door is still open.

Could be just because that's the only shows that's been announced.

If he isn't in close contact with GN'R, he knows as much as us as far as a tour goes.


But I don't think this means the door is closed on April shows either. I think he meant more 'involvement' as in full-time commitment. If Izzy calls tomorrow to ask Axl if it's ok for him to join them for a couple of songs in Vegas, I would be surprised if the answer was no.

[jameslofton29]

Well, if he isn't involved then as I have stated before, it isn't a reunion....just another lineup....no different than Sabbath or Deep Purple or whoever.  

Yeah....major bummer if Izzy isn't involved although he didn't paint the window shut.

I think ticket sales say otherwise. 

Not all fans are obsessed with ticket sales. We all knew those shows would sellout no matter who is in the lineup besides the big 3.

The amount of tickets sold is beside the point.

Well, if he isn't involved then as I have stated before, it isn't a reunion....just another lineup....no different than Sabbath or Deep Purple or whoever. 

GNR has not used the word "reunion" in any tweets or official statement released from the band.
Not once.

Of course. It's a "regrouping". Its media and fans that have run with the reunion label.

[Top-Hatted One]

No its a reunion when you consider Izzy has virtually retired from the business of being in the limelight with a huge band 25yrs ago and counting.

and half the fanbase don't want Steven back or simply don't care who'd behind the kit.

Axl & Slash are part of it therefore it is Guns N' Roses and indeed a reunion. Everyone and there mothers recognize the 2. Can't say the same for duff, izzy & steven or anyone else. Duff being involved just make it a more solid/firm rounded out reunion

[Princess Leia]

No real surprises there if that's from Izzy.

The real surprise is, if that's really Izzy, he actually made a public comment on the topic. 

Agree! The real news is that  he has a twitter account 

[zombux]

well, this was kind of expected. the twitter account seems legit, confirmed by @chopaway.

[tim_m]

He was pretty specific about April.  Hope the door is still open.

Could be just because that's the only shows that's been announced.

If he isn't in close contact with GN'R, he knows as much as us as far as a tour goes.


But I don't think this means the door is closed on April shows either. I think he meant more 'involvement' as in full-time commitment. If Izzy calls tomorrow to ask Axl if it's ok for him to join them for a couple of songs in Vegas, I would be surprised if the answer was no.

Of course he wouldn't say no. He'd probably be thrilled to let him do more guest appearances like he has the last several years. I'd personally be shocked if he doesn't show up for a few songs somewhere.

[allwaystired]

Personally I've never viewed any of this as a reunion-just a continuation of a band that never stopped.

[sky dog]

I know that.......and ticket sales are meaningless....just a bigger cash grab Gnr tour. Pretty sure none of them really need the money. Sorry, that is how I feel.

Don't get me wrong, I am glad that Slash is back and love Gnr being seen more positively in the media and public eye. But, let's call a Spade a Spade.

Izzy and Axl started the fucking band for God's sake. It would be nice if he was engaged.

[TokyoRose]

Sad.  It would be great to see him up there with the boys.

Anyways, he'll probably pop up on a few shows eventually. 
I was just hoping he would be involved with some of the rumored recordings.

[Annie]

I know that.......and ticket sales are meaningless....just a bigger cash grab Gnr tour. Pretty sure none of them really need the money. Sorry, that is how I feel.

Don't get me wrong, I am glad that Slash is back and love Gnr being seen more positively in the media and public eye. But, let's call a Spade a Spade.

Izzy and Axl started the fucking band for God's sake. It would be nice if he was engaged.

It is Izzy's CHOICE to do what he wants. And these GNR shows are going to be awesome. So why do people have to insult them by calling them a cash grab? It is such an exciting time to be a GNR fan. It's like seeing STAR WARS the FORCE AWAKENS on IMAX 3D. Ticket prices for great experiences often cost a little bit more.

[sky dog]

cash grab is a bit harsh.....

[LongGoneDay]

Well that?s a buzzkill.
Won?t feel like GN?R without him, but hopefully something changes and he finds his way there.

[JAEBALL]

I know that.......and ticket sales are meaningless....just a bigger cash grab Gnr tour. Pretty sure none of them really need the money. Sorry, that is how I feel.

Don't get me wrong, I am glad that Slash is back and love Gnr being seen more positively in the media and public eye. But, let's call a Spade a Spade.

Izzy and Axl started the fucking band for God's sake. It would be nice if he was engaged.

It would be... but he simply doesn't want to be...never really has.

I get your point about it being another lineup ... it's just the last few versions simply don't measure up to whats about to hit the stage in my opinion. Not a fair fight.

Counting down the days till I hit Vegas...