If Illusions 1 and 2 was just one album you’d have a strong argument for the best debut and follow up albums in rock history.
Besides it being their third release?
Lies is 2 EPs combined. Cp3 dont count that.
FAKE NEWS! Lies! is my favorite GnR work. The acoustic side is flawless, honestly.
I like it but you’ve got 4 songs recorded in 1986 that were already released. Then 4 post-Appetite songs tacked on at the end. Its like Lost Dogs to me.
While Lies has its great moments, the electric side is mostly cringe worthy cash grab by the label bullshit. One in a million, take away its homophobic and racist lyrics, is just a sorry song. Move to the city. B side at best. Actually the first three songs. 🤢🤢 If Lies didn’t have patience, it would easily have been forgotten. IMO of course. But is it even the same genetic makeup of Appetite or the Illusions. Not even same gene pool.
While Lies has its great moments, the electric side is mostly cringe worthy cash grab by the label bullshit. One in a million, take away its homophobic and racist lyrics, is just a sorry song. Move to the city. B side at best. Actually the first three songs. 🤢🤢 If Lies didn’t have patience, it would easily have been forgotten. IMO of course. But is it even the same genetic makeup of Appetite or the Illusions. Not even same gene pool.
Mama Kin cover is not cringe worthy in the least. Move to the City is good too, at least compared to lots of other shit they put out there. Even throwing away Million, I still think the other three acoustics are excellent.
The acoustic side is awesome. Used to love her is just a cool fun song. But patience made people buy that album. Mama kin. Cool. But is it the keyboard action alone on 14 years Not even close. A garage band can cover Mama Kin. A classic band writes 3 full albums of heaven.
The acoustic side is awesome. Used to love her is just a cool fun song. But patience made people buy that album. Mama kin. Cool. But is it the keyboard action alone on 14 years Not even close. A garage band can cover Mama Kin. A classic band writes 3 full albums of heaven.
Hey I think they're a bunch of aholes (Axl specifically) and spent 25 years despising them. I'm just saying of their releases, Lies, particularly the acoustic side, is their best work IMO.
I really like the acoustic side of lies too. I kind of made an extended version by adding some of the extra acoustic tracks from the appetite box set. Acoustic version of move to the city is awesome. Pretty good cover of jumpin jack flash.
As much as I love GNR their creative window was so short. Appetite, Lies, UYI1&2. 87 to 91. I'm not sure why I don't dig the spaghetti incident more. It's kind of up up my alley. A disc primarily of punk covers. I am curious if they'll ever put out something new with the current version of the band (or if they're going to tour on the merits of 3.5 albums forever).
So I am looking into a show that probably will not happen this summer in Toronto. There are two kinds of GA tickets that I am looking at. One looks to be regular GA for roughly $345. You can also get early entry for $750. Its called Patience Early Entry Package. My question is does anyone know how early are we talking here or does anyone have any experience in the last couple of tours of either ticket option?
So I am looking into a show that probably will not happen this summer in Toronto. There are two kinds of GA tickets that I am looking at. One looks to be regular GA for roughly $345. You can also get early entry for $750. Its called Patience Early Entry Package. My question is does anyone know how early are we talking here or does anyone have any experience in the last couple of tours of either ticket option?
I'd suggest saving the extra money. I don't know what the package consists of, but when I went in maybe 2016, I was excited to see the full band, and thought that the high price of floor seats would keep away the a-holes. WRONG. Spent what was around $250/per (face value) and had the worst people all around me. Just inconsiderate, rude jerks. Snuck others into our row, spilled shit all over everyone and everything, fights, and a random lady even helped herself to my nachos while the usher checked my ticket!
So I am looking into a show that probably will not happen this summer in Toronto. There are two kinds of GA tickets that I am looking at. One looks to be regular GA for roughly $345. You can also get early entry for $750. Its called Patience Early Entry Package. My question is does anyone know how early are we talking here or does anyone have any experience in the last couple of tours of either ticket option?
I'd suggest saving the extra money. I don't know what the package consists of, but when I went in maybe 2016, I was excited to see the full band, and thought that the high price of floor seats would keep away the a-holes. WRONG. Spent what was around $250/per (face value) and had the worst people all around me. Just inconsiderate, rude jerks. Snuck others into our row, spilled shit all over everyone and everything, fights, and a random lady even helped herself to my nachos while the usher checked my ticket!
Damn lol I think of all that the Nachos would have pissed me off the most. I am going to be patient to see what the likely 2022 dates will be unless they push everything to the fall. Thanks for the advice
So I am looking into a show that probably will not happen this summer in Toronto. There are two kinds of GA tickets that I am looking at. One looks to be regular GA for roughly $345. You can also get early entry for $750. Its called Patience Early Entry Package. My question is does anyone know how early are we talking here or does anyone have any experience in the last couple of tours of either ticket option?
I'd suggest saving the extra money. I don't know what the package consists of, but when I went in maybe 2016, I was excited to see the full band, and thought that the high price of floor seats would keep away the a-holes. WRONG. Spent what was around $250/per (face value) and had the worst people all around me. Just inconsiderate, rude jerks. Snuck others into our row, spilled shit all over everyone and everything, fights, and a random lady even helped herself to my nachos while the usher checked my ticket!
GnR fans.. what do you expect? The 80s were the worst.
I agree not to spend big bucks. The reality is with stadium tours, unless you're right up front, you spend most the night looking at the screen. Might as well be in the lower stands if you're screen staring.
My sister just texted me about this tour. She asked me if I thought 2021 would happen. She really wants me to go with her if it does. She has seen them a few times. I never have. I am considering it. I like them and I miss live music so much.
So I am looking into a show that probably will not happen this summer in Toronto. There are two kinds of GA tickets that I am looking at. One looks to be regular GA for roughly $345. You can also get early entry for $750. Its called Patience Early Entry Package. My question is does anyone know how early are we talking here or does anyone have any experience in the last couple of tours of either ticket option?
As someone living in Toronto I can pretty well guarantee you’re looking at 2022, if then. Still holding onto PJ tix here, lol.
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My sister just texted me about this tour. She asked me if I thought 2021 would happen. She really wants me to go with her if it does. She has seen them a few times. I never have. I am considering it. I like them and I miss live music so much.
Saw them 2 times since they've been back - one time in a stadium and it was fun...and the other time about 5-6 rows from stage in Wells Fargo Center and it was off the hook.
They are old. If you like their music you will have a good time, I think. (If it happens.) Go with her!
My sister just texted me about this tour. She asked me if I thought 2021 would happen. She really wants me to go with her if it does. She has seen them a few times. I never have. I am considering it. I like them and I miss live music so much.
Saw them 2 times since they've been back - one time in a stadium and it was fun...and the other time about 5-6 rows from stage in Wells Fargo Center and it was off the hook.
They are old. If you like their music you will have a good time, I think. (If it happens.) Go with her!
Within the past few years I saw Paul McCartney, The Who, and the Rolling Stones. I can handle old
Well they are similar age wise to the Pearl Jam guys, so they aren't that old...not even close to Macca The Who and the Stones. And they can still bring it. Definitely go if the show happens.
I always wondered about One In A Million. Was he actually saying those things, or was he portraying a character, and then clapping back lyrically? It's a debate I've had with friends, and I honestly don't know the answer.
The reason I ask is that he used a homophobic slur in the song, but then participated in a Freddy Mercury tribute. He's also performed with Elton John. Slash has performed with BB King, and praised James Brown publicly.
I always wondered about One In A Million. Was he actually saying those things, or was he portraying a character, and then clapping back lyrically? It's a debate I've had with friends, and I honestly don't know the answer.
The reason I ask is that he used a homophobic slur in the song, but then participated in a Freddy Mercury tribute. He's also performed with Elton John. Slash has performed with BB King, and praised James Brown publicly.
It mm makes the slurs seem hypocritical.
I think it's a product of the times. People used that language all the time, even if they had gay friends. Same with the N word he uses, talking about a "mini-Iran", etc. I think there was a mental disassociation with the word and the implication for some. I'm certainly not defending it, just trying to analyze it 40 years later. I don't think he was playing a part. I'm not sure that Axl wrote songs where he was assuming another character.
Yeah, he was a total dickhead, I think it was well known. No idea if that is still the case or not. No excusing it - people knew he was a jerk even 40 years ago and it was bs.
Yeah, he was a total dickhead, I think it was well known. No idea if that is still the case or not. No excusing it - people knew he was a jerk even 40 years ago and it was bs.
Definitely the biggest dick in music at the time, at least in public. It was hard not to hate him, even if you liked the music.
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As much as I love GNR their creative window was so short. Appetite, Lies, UYI1&2. 87 to 91. I'm not sure why I don't dig the spaghetti incident more. It's kind of up up my alley. A disc primarily of punk covers. I am curious if they'll ever put out something new with the current version of the band (or if they're going to tour on the merits of 3.5 albums forever).
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"...I changed by not changing at all..."
"...I changed by not changing at all..."
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I agree not to spend big bucks. The reality is with stadium tours, unless you're right up front, you spend most the night looking at the screen. Might as well be in the lower stands if you're screen staring.
10-30-1991 Toronto, Toronto 1 & 2 2016, Toronto 2022
And they can still bring it.
Definitely go if the show happens.
The reason I ask is that he used a homophobic slur in the song, but then participated in a Freddy Mercury tribute. He's also performed with Elton John. Slash has performed with BB King, and praised James Brown publicly.
It mm makes the slurs seem hypocritical.