GUNS N’ ROSES NAMES DJ ASHBA AS BAND’S NEWEST AXEMAN
Guns N’ Roses is proud to announce that guitarist n’ songwriter Dj Ashba has joined the band for an upcoming tour. Ashba, who officially replaces current NIN guitarist Robin Finck, is best known as co-founder of hard rock bands Sixx AM and Beautiful Creatures.
“Dj’s a gifted, energetic guitarist that Guns N’ Roses is proud to have on board!!” exclaims Axl Rose. “We’re very excited to have the opportunity to work together. Guns’ radar has silently been aware of Dj’s presence for quite some time! He brings a fresh approach to our particular brand of mayhem expanding the tapestry of Guns N’ Roses live. Once Dj’s name was in the hat, the hat disappeared!!” “It’s an honor to have the opportunity to be a part of a band that I have always loved and respected,” said Dj Ashba. “I’m looking forward to working with Axl, who is not only one of the few great front men of our generation, but a true artist.” Dj Ashba co-wrote and co-produced Motley Crue’s latest album “Saints of Los Angeles,” which garnered a 2008 GRAMMY nomination for Best Hard Rock Performance, as well as co-wrote and co-produced the Sixx AM album “Heroin Diaries.” Robin continues to be part of GN’R, by virtue of Guns’ history and his involvement in Chinese Democracy.
Now, one step closer to the abyss, Ashba joins a band who’s all time roster is nearly as long as it’s founder Axl Rose’s rap sheet!
can’t wait for this tour. even though i love rob finck, im glad he’s still happy in nin. besides, he’s still on the next record and dj is awsome! can’t wait to hear him live with axl and cant wait to hear him on “chinese democracy 2″
dude Axl aint stupid enough too call next album chinese democracy
I didn’t read the part about “upcoming tour” on the official Guns website. Someone should clarify where that information is sourced from.
Not officially announced yet. The big rumor is that G N’R is going to do a Stadium tour with Van Halen.
*gasp*
although that would be killer. it’s 2 very disfunctional bands. i’d be worried about pre-buying tickets too far in advance.
oh man…omg…insane about that news:)
can’t imagine…yep still can’t imagine cuz Dj’s is my
MASTER of GOD and supernova!!!
can’t wait to their touring to go around the world***
This definitely gives the U.S. fans another face that they can connect with. Good For Axl. DJ Ashba is a talented player. It will be interesting to see how this shakes out. I hope he still manages to complete the 2nd Sixx A.M. album with Nikki.