[UPDATES] June 26, 2016 ? FedExField, Landover

[bigcash2002]

It appears that the front gate is several feet from the stage, how do people go about getting these set lists as souvenirs?

[Spirit]

A surprise to people who haven't followed the band closely this year I guess. Probably the case with many fans at the shows.

I don't share his opinion on the CD songs, but I understand the stance. Many fans aren't too keen on the new material, and are mostly interested in the old stuff. I suspect them not giving the songs a chance when they first came out, so it lessens the enjoyment in hearing the songs live, they basically don't know the songs. Their loss I guess.

I understand that. This is the average guy who's going to the shows knows very little. Problem is that a reviewer should've know better in my opinion.

Not really, I think. If anything, previous knowledge of shows in a concert tour could color your opinion on the particular show you are reviewing. First impressions are more often correct rather than incorrect. Had this been the 10th show of this particular tour this guy had seen, I suspect the review would have been a bit different.

A reviewer should certainly have knowledge of the band and their history, that shows in a story and makes it better for sure, I agree with that.

[gunsbetterthanever]

Rise of the Roses: The concert tour that was never supposed to happen is here

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/jun/27/guns-n-roses-concert-review-reunited-band-rocks-no/

Interesting review. Apart from a very stilted writing style, and clearly not very familiar with the band's past shows, I think probably captures the feeling of many of the ordinary ticket buyers... so, basically the greater preponderance of the audience, the ones who make this an arena show instead of a theater show. His basic theme is that the band, and Slash especially, are the most consistent part of the show. I hate to bring this up but Axl is sounding less like Axl/DC and more like Axl '00-'15, which is a little disappointing knowing now what he's capable of doing on a nightly basis. I specifically agree with his assessment of SCOM... it's been ages since we've had a really good performance of the band's biggest hit, not since the UYI tour. And it's usually one of the songs Axl sings the least passionately. Flame away, if you will, but I know how good that song is, and I know what the great live performances have sounded like. Now it's usually the weakest moment of the show. I know a lot of people here won't agree, but here's a pretty neutral reviewer saying as much. He recognizes that Axl is very up and down... at times the weakest link, and occasionally the supernova from 86-93.

Some songs he truly sounds as good as ever and some it seems he rests his power on for sure.
SCOM in 2010 is way diff than now.
But for sure knowing ACDC nowX Axl at least can turn it on at any moment.

He does civil war pretty damn amazing and many others. 

[D-GenerationX]

A surprise to people who haven't followed the band closely this year I guess. Probably the case with many fans at the shows.

I don't share his opinion on the CD songs, but I understand the stance. Many fans aren't too keen on the new material, and are mostly interested in the old stuff. I suspect them not giving the songs a chance when they first came out, so it lessens the enjoyment in hearing the songs live, they basically don't know the songs. Their loss I guess.

Agree with all of this.

This is the first GNR concert many have been to in some years, if ever.

As for the CD songs, I'm just a believer that you can't die on that hill.  Honestly, comments on the matter like this are tame.  Probably the best we're going to do.  I just think any belief that people are going to come out of this tour with some newfound appreciation for the CD era are not realistic.

Do agree about SCOM too, I'm afraid.  Think Axl sounds as good as he has in years.   But I think he does still sort of struggle on that one particular tune.  But it's the only one.

[MNGS717]

[MNGS717]

This is the only video I recorded.  Sorry if you get a headache from watching!!  3 short clips before and after show

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mk8OOlvBy-k

[GypsySoul]

Thanks for sharing your awesome birthday concert experience with us MNGS717!!!

[MNGS717]

Thanks for sharing your awesome birthday concert experience with us MNGS717!!!

Thank You!!!  Looking forward to another awesome time in Philly!! 

[gunsnroses85]

Amazing show, as expected!!  My friend and I pulled in the parking lot around 8:45pm.  As we got out of the car we could hear Alice In Chains.  They finished a song and then we heard them say the next was the last song.  There was still a lot of traffic pulling in and lots of people tailgating. 

Pretty sure we talked briefly in the pit after the show had ended. You mentioned to me that the DC shirt I was wearing was sold out by the time you got to the show. Awesome to see that you got a pick and had a great time, Slash threw me one but it bounced off my hand and security gave it to someone else. 

Took some random photos after the show.  Didn't ask anyone.  Do you wear a hat like this?

hahaha yep that is me, that's awesome that we randomly bumped into each other!

[Bazfreak]

Anyone else think Patience sounds too empty, with only acoustic guitars and Slash's Les Paul?

The song sounds dead to me, especially Slash's uninspired solo and the coda, which is my favorite part

I really think they should play it more like the '92 version, with the 12 string guitar and powerful coda

I always felt the song sounded "empty" live, but I much prefer this low-key approach than the full drive solo.

Rise of the Roses: The concert tour that was never supposed to happen is here

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/jun/27/guns-n-roses-concert-review-reunited-band-rocks-no/

Tried to read this lenghty review. But the guy thought The Godfather Theme was a surprise. And that the CD songs were the moment to go the bathroom... So yeah, fuck that.

Its hard to choose when you have a version of Dont Cry where the drummer ruins completely the song original sound and pace... I love Frank but he is ruining Dont Cry imo...

[Boromir]

Anyone else think Patience sounds too empty, with only acoustic guitars and Slash's Les Paul?

The song sounds dead to me, especially Slash's uninspired solo and the coda, which is my favorite part

I really think they should play it more like the '92 version, with the 12 string guitar and powerful coda

I always felt the song sounded "empty" live, but I much prefer this low-key approach than the full drive solo.

Rise of the Roses: The concert tour that was never supposed to happen is here

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/jun/27/guns-n-roses-concert-review-reunited-band-rocks-no/

Tried to read this lenghty review. But the guy thought The Godfather Theme was a surprise. And that the CD songs were the moment to go the bathroom... So yeah, fuck that.

Its hard to choose when you have a version of Dont Cry where the drummer ruins completely the song original sound and pace... I love Frank but he is ruining Dont Cry imo...

Talking about ruins, im gonna miss TIL solo.

[Bridge]

Bridge ...

Didn't you say all this talk was all bullshit ?? 

And I don't regret it my friend!  I always said I needed to see it before I believed it, because most talk IS bullshit!   

Great picture!

And I'll grant you, pictures don't lie! 

[Pedrolg]

A surprise to people who haven't followed the band closely this year I guess. Probably the case with many fans at the shows.

I don't share his opinion on the CD songs, but I understand the stance. Many fans aren't too keen on the new material, and are mostly interested in the old stuff. I suspect them not giving the songs a chance when they first came out, so it lessens the enjoyment in hearing the songs live, they basically don't know the songs. Their loss I guess.

Agree with all of this.

This is the first GNR concert many have been to in some years, if ever.

As for the CD songs, I'm just a believer that you can't die on that hill.  Honestly, comments on the matter like this are tame.  Probably the best we're going to do.  I just think any belief that people are going to come out of this tour with some newfound appreciation for the CD era are not realistic.

Do agree about SCOM too, I'm afraid.  Think Axl sounds as good as he has in years.   But I think he does still sort of struggle on that one particular tune.  But it's the only one.

I disagree, Axl truggles on a few other tunes such as YCBM, but makes up for it by sounding amazing at a few others like Nightrain. I did expect a bit more after what he did for AC/DC, but this is still the best he has sounded since 2010. It must be a bit boring for him to sing SCOM at this point I think.

I truly wonder what keeps him from replicating that unbelievable AC/DC form in GNR tunes.

[D]

I think acdc is easier to sing for Axl cause it's all kind of the same style whereas with GNR, he has to switch his voice so much where it's much more diverse

[damnthehaters]

I think acdc is easier to sing for Axl cause it's all kind of the same style whereas with GNR, he has to switch his voice so much where it's much more diverse

Exactly

[gunsnroses85]

I've finally got around to uploading some videos to youtube, I've got a couple more that I'll add eventually. Pardon the shaky camera and the ladies around me with their shrill screams from time to time.


It's So Easy: https://youtu.be/7INC6Pm1AIQ

Mr. Brownstone: https://youtu.be/ENw6p7DDnPc

WTTJ: https://youtu.be/xsmwMTkNuYc

Double Talkin' Jive: https://youtu.be/N9Oi081dI-Q

Live And Let Die: https://youtu.be/HfV0IMOss_M (I gave Axl a little "COME ON" encouragement before his first yell)

Rocket Queen: https://youtu.be/IMq6451sSeA

You Could Be Mine: https://youtu.be/XbpTyfuGyfo

[gunsbetterthanever]

I think acdc is easier to sing for Axl cause it's all kind of the same style whereas with GNR, he has to switch his voice so much where it's much more diverse

Exactly

I do think he can rasp it up with more power if he wanted, but that is is probably exhausting.  With AC/DC, he would not have been treated well had he taken it easy as he does with SCOM.

Imagine if he sang Thunderstruck like he sings SCOM?  It would not have gone over well.

Anyone else agree that he could sing SCOM more hardcore if he wanted?

[gnrrock]

Decent video and audio from the phone.  Best I could get from where I was sitting.  "Out Ta Get Me":  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9XjW9aJ70UM&feature=youtu.be

[gunsnroses85]

I've finally got around to uploading some videos to youtube, I've got a couple more that I'll add eventually. Pardon the shaky camera and the ladies around me with their shrill screams from time to time.


It's So Easy: https://youtu.be/7INC6Pm1AIQ

Mr. Brownstone: https://youtu.be/ENw6p7DDnPc

WTTJ: https://youtu.be/xsmwMTkNuYc

Double Talkin' Jive: https://youtu.be/N9Oi081dI-Q

Live And Let Die: https://youtu.be/HfV0IMOss_M (I gave Axl a little "COME ON" encouragement before his first yell)

Rocket Queen: https://youtu.be/IMq6451sSeA

You Could Be Mine: https://youtu.be/XbpTyfuGyfo

I've uploaded the rest:


Coma: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJZOpJvW2UA

Godfather Theme/SCOM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ldmmF8Sm4bc

November Rain Outro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO4vlytDQm0

Knockin' On Heaven's Door Outro: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gstdILb9-AM

Nightrain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yx2kvqVXXz8

Paradise City Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sh3j2L0Sd00

Paradise City Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7fvEjPa8fE

[Rodolfo Sarudiansky]

Civil War VIP platform

this place for wheelchair was behind the crowd?