All Guns 'N Roses fans are up in arms about the original reunion which will feature Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan all stepping onto the same stage once again. Although with this came years of speculation between the three of them and their relationship with one another. This included a drop-out from Axl when Guns 'N Roses were inducted into the hall of fame in 2012 and he didn't attend the ceremony with an open letter.
This then fuels some doubt about the two shows booked for Las Vegas in April later this year that makes any fan think "will it be the same as before?" My answer is no. Their relationship has been torn apart too much for it to be the same; the stage presence will just look awkward and shady. Yes, they were having rehearsals, but who's to say that's in the same room as each other?
On top of this, the ticket prices are extortionate for the gig with the very lowest price being $79.50 (without fees) for some seat right at the back (bring binoculars with you). The 'signature VIP package' is a whopping $2500 which doesn't include meeting either Axl, Slash or McKagan. I thought that was the whole reason for a VIP package in the first place? Don't worry, though... you get a cool signed poster and a tote bag within that package. Nice one, lads.
This once again just fuels speculation that the show isn't going to be all as it seems. Imagine watching your most beloved band on stage again and they couldn't even batter an eyelid at each other. They just want to play the songs the fans want to hear, then leave with everyone's money they splashed out on the gig for. It'll just come across such a terrible performance that's been jaded by the fact 'Paradise City' is playing.
I think I speak on behalf of everyone that it'll be cool to hear those rock songs that you wish to hear again, but is it all really worth the money, time and effort for three guys who hate each other to reform once again? If only I could go to the gig I could either be eating my own words, or prove my theory is right. At $140 for a half-decent seat, I don't think so.