Analogman Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 New Guns N' Roses Single Hits Radio Tomorrow October 21, 2008 , 5:15 PM ETJonathan Cohen, N.Y. The title track from Guns N' Roses' new album, "Chinese Democracy," will be available to download by U.S. radio outlets at 5 a.m. ET tomorrow morning (Oct. 22). Although some album tracks leaked this summer, this is the first authorized new music from the group in nine years. As previously reported, "Chinese Democracy" the album is due Nov. 23 exclusively via Best Buy. The 14-track set includes only three songs that have not either been performed live or leaked online in recent years. Guns N' Roses was last on Billboard's Mainstream Rock chart in 1999 with "Oh My God," its contribution to the "End of Days" soundtrack. The song peaked at No. 26. Prior to that, it hadn't appeared on the tally since 1994, when its cover of "Sympathy for the Devil" from the "Interview With a Vampire" soundtrack reached No. 10. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Smith Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I heard a portion of the title track and it sounds just like NIN though more like a NIN coverband. Not too good. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
scribex6 Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 I already heard it twice on the radio this morning and it didn't make much of an impression. I agree with John Smith. Sounds like Trent Reznor's left-overs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cryptique Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 All I hear is a lame song beneath several layers of bombast. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
John Smith Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 All I hear is a lame song beneath several layers of bombast. I didn't even get the bombast, I feel cheated. They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, in this case though Trent Reznor should feel insulted. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 NIN leftovers? Way too much credit - this sounds like Staind leftovers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PigSooie Posted October 22, 2008 Share Posted October 22, 2008 This song is a turd. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Radio Reacts To Guns N' Roses Single October 22, 2008 , 11:45 AM ETJonathan Cohen, N.Y. U.S. rock radio outlets from Jackson, Miss., to Springfield, Mass., started their morning with the new Guns N' Roses single, "Chinese Democracy," and reaction to the band's first new song in nine years is running the gamut. "A number of GNR catalog titles test well but it's not a foregone conclusion this song makes it beyond the starting gate," says WMMR/Philadelphia's Bill Weston. "We'll expose the song on-air for a week and closely monitor listener reaction to determine further spins. The release of the record (finally) is an event but in Philly there is much resentment towards Axl Rose, due to his famous no-show concert. The long gestation period along with the fits and starts of leaked songs over the years do not help in setting up the song." "This is what we've waited 15 years (or however long) for?," asked MD/morning host Matt Murray on WHTG/Monmouth-Ocean, N.J. "How long did we wait for the third Boston album? Remember how that turned out?," said KISS/San Antonio's John Lisle. Chinese Democracy - Guns N Roses "I admit, it took a couple of listens, but 'Chinese Democracy' is really good," says PD Michael Cross at KFMW/Waterloo-Cedar Rapids, Iowa. "It's something that could have easily been on 'Use Your Illusion.' Much like 'It's So Easy,' with Axl's trademark screams and higher pitched vocals mixed underneath his lower vocals, the track rocks. Instant phones!" Recalling that it has been 16 years since he last saw Guns N' Roses live, KISS/San Antonio PD LA Lloyd says, "It takes almost as long to get into the meat of the song as it did to get it out. I was hoping for more but who wasn't? I am putting this one on the air and (letting) the listeners decide. I hope the outcome is good. My prediction: 2010, Axl and the original members get back together for the biggest reunion tour ever." According to Broadcast Data Systems, "Chinese Democracy" had been spun 49 times from its 5 a.m. ET digital arrival at stations through 11:20 a.m. ET. WAAF/Boston had played it five times, while WQXA/Harrisburg-Lebanon-Carlisle, Pa., was next with four. "Chinese Democracy" the album arrives Nov. 23 exclusively in Best Buy stores, a move finally confirmed today by Guns N' Roses manager Irving Azoff. "The release of 'Chinese Democracy' marks a historic moment in rock'n'roll," Azoff and co-manager Andy Gould said in a statement. "We're launching with a monumental campaign developed by Gary Arnold and the Best Buy team that matches the groundbreaking sound of the album itself. Guns N Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 "This is what we've waited 15 years (or however long) for?," asked MD/morning host Matt Murray on WHTG/Monmouth-Ocean, N.J. "How long did we wait for the third Boston album? Remember how that turned out?," said KISS/San Antonio's John Lisle.Yeah - it was awesome! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Dr Pepper Making Good On Guns N' Roses Offer October 23, 2008 , 11:55 AM ETJonathan Cohen, N.Y. Guns N' Roses fans thirsting for the upcoming "Chinese Democracy" will have a sweet, fizzy treat to savor as they listen. Dr Pepper is making good on a prior promise to provide every person in America a can of the soft drink if the album were to arrive in 2008, and yesterday (Oct. 22) revealed details of the plan. "We never thought this day would come," says Dr Pepper VP of marketing Tony Jacobs. "But now that it's here all we can say is: The Dr Pepper's on us." Interested fans are being asked to visit DrPepper.com on Nov. 23, the day "Chinese Democracy" is released in the U.S. exclusively via Best Buy. After registering online, fans will receive a coupon redeemable for a 20-oz. Dr Pepper wherever the drink is sold. The twist: the coupon is only available for 24 hours and will expire on Feb. 28. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
remphish1 Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Geez you have to jump through hoops to get the free soda! Shesh! Figures... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Dr. Pepper was in on the release date from the get-go, I've heard. Everyone's promotion-happy now. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigideas Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 Dr. Pepper was in on the release date from the get-go, I've heard. Everyone's promotion-happy now. I expect a GnR version of "I'm a Pepper!" soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted November 2, 2008 Share Posted November 2, 2008 Video interview with Brain Drummer Brain Reveals How Chinese Democracy Was Made by Paul Cashmere - October 17 2008photo by Ros O'Gorman The long awaited Guns Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nalafej Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 The funny thing about the Brain video and article is that his drum parts were replaced by their new drummer... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigideas Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 i wish Dr Pepper would do the same deal with Dr Dre and Detox... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 Saw a commercial for this last night. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nalafej Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 David Fricke's 4 star Rolling Stone review is up. That guy can write a review! http://www.rollingstone.com/reviews/album/...inese_democracy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigideas Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 David Fricke's 4 star Rolling Stone review is up. That guy can write a review! http://www.rollingstone.com/reviews/album/...inese_democracy that actually makes me want to hear it.the choir/orchestra/mellotron song sounds interesting. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sir Stewart Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Yeah, I'm more likely to give it a spin now. I like that smile wearing glasses. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jakobnicholas Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Listen to Chinese Democracy: http://www.myspace.com/gunsnroses Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Orkie Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Thought this would suck, it's actually pretty great. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jakobnicholas Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Thought this would suck, it's actually pretty great. I've only listened once, but yeah, it's much better than I expected. It's pretty all over the place....in a mostly good way. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 Wow, glad to here some positive spin on it. I'm re-interested, now. Looking forward to hearing it when I get home. FWIW, Chuck Klosterman gives it a very nice review:http://www.avclub.com/content/feature/chuc...sterman_reviews Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted November 20, 2008 Share Posted November 20, 2008 That's Esteban playing on the beginning of If The World. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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