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It goes without saying that the curiosity factor for 'Chinese Democracy' is perhaps unparalled; it took fifteen years, numerous changes in the band lineup and producers, and a reported $13+ million to get this beast made. Guns N' Roses-with the lone original member, W. Axl Rose, and a cast of musicians from bands ranging from Nine Inch Nails to the Psychedelic Furs-are finally ready to deliver new music to the masses.
Is it good? Absolutely. "Better" is a straightforward, uptempo rocker with hints of techno and a catchy chorus. "Street Of Dreams", which originally carried the title "The Blues", is a piano driven number in the tradition of "November Rain", and probably a massive hit if the band chooses to release it as a single. There's also "Madagascar", a solemn entry in which Rose cries "I can't find my way back, my way, anymore". The song also manages to reuse the famous "failure to communicate" line from the film 'Cool Hand Luke', and featured in GN'R's epic 90's song "Civil War".
Is it great? Depends. If you're looking for 'Appetite For Destruction, Part II', you'll be disappointed. If you're looking for a Guns N' Roses record that has evolved in terms of maturity and sound, the results will be much better for you. This is a poppier sounding GN'R, though there's still an edge to it. And Axl Rose definitely seems to have grown wiser as he has gotten older. One might say that Axl's lyrics show a sign of acceptance and content, compared to the songs of early GN'R which were, at times, full-out Axl rage.
Will the long absence hurt GN'R? Hopefully not, but it's probably likely, at least at the beginning. People outside of the hardcore Guns fans might be skeptical whether the band could manufacture an album that meets the expectations of greatness. I'd say to them, don't bet against it.
Welcome back, GN'R.
Is it good? Absolutely. "Better" is a straightforward, uptempo rocker with hints of techno and a catchy chorus. "Street Of Dreams", which originally carried the title "The Blues", is a piano driven number in the tradition of "November Rain", and probably a massive hit if the band chooses to release it as a single. There's also "Madagascar", a solemn entry in which Rose cries "I can't find my way back, my way, anymore". The song also manages to reuse the famous "failure to communicate" line from the film 'Cool Hand Luke', and featured in GN'R's epic 90's song "Civil War".
Is it great? Depends. If you're looking for 'Appetite For Destruction, Part II', you'll be disappointed. If you're looking for a Guns N' Roses record that has evolved in terms of maturity and sound, the results will be much better for you. This is a poppier sounding GN'R, though there's still an edge to it. And Axl Rose definitely seems to have grown wiser as he has gotten older. One might say that Axl's lyrics show a sign of acceptance and content, compared to the songs of early GN'R which were, at times, full-out Axl rage.
Will the long absence hurt GN'R? Hopefully not, but it's probably likely, at least at the beginning. People outside of the hardcore Guns fans might be skeptical whether the band could manufacture an album that meets the expectations of greatness. I'd say to them, don't bet against it.
Welcome back, GN'R.
What's great about it: Axl sounds great, band is talented
What's not so great: Definitely not 'Appetite For Destruction', part 2
I would recommend this to a friend!
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