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If this were called the Axl Rose Project or GNR v2 then it wouldn't be held to classical GNR standards. On it's own it's actually a pretty good album. Took me three listens to really get into. I would love to see how it would have shaped up if Slash was actually on guitar. Message to Axl: Either call it the Axl Rose Project/GNR v2 or get the guys back in the band. Further releases under the GNR name should either be of the original band or it would be better suited for a music file sharing service. I don't regret spending the money, but again, it's NOT GNR!
What's great about it: Call it the "Axl Rose Project" and it's a 5