Guns N' Roses finish 'Chinese Democracy' album

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Apr 10, 2008
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Guns N Roses have reportedly finished work on 'Chinese Democracy', the album that Axl Rose has been working on for the past 14 years.

Therockradio.com reports that Geffen Records, the band's record label, have confirmed they have received a finished copy of the album, and are currently haggling over money and rights issues with Rose.

The album is reported to have cost in excess of $13million (£6.5million) to produce.

As previously reported, it is rumoured that a Guns N' Roses reality TV show is set to be broadcast to coincide with the release of the album.

Are you looking forward to the release of 'Chinese Democracy'? Do you reckon it will be worth the wait or has Rose been wasting his time? Let us know by commenting below on MyNME.

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kazikame

Apr 10, 2008

Don't be silly. April fools day was last week.

sooperhead

Apr 10, 2008

The leaked tracks sounded awful

mozafan

Apr 10, 2008

Been waiting that long that I can't really be arsed with it now!! Rather listen to Slash's Snake Pit

adno11

Apr 10, 2008

I've been waiting for this for many year. New tracks played live sound brilliant, it will take the world by storm. At long last the best band in the world are back. The guys a genius!

ChrisL1981

Apr 10, 2008

The simple answer is "who gives a f*ck", GNR were dead in the water the second Kurt Cobain played the into to "Smells like Teen Spirit" so asking whether it matters now in 2008? Might as well wait for the new album from Van Halen with baited breath... its shit, and I haven't even heard it... November Rain part 10,11,12,13...etc... "Appetite For Destruction" is a great record but they went downhill pretty rapidly from then onwards...$13 million, 14 years!...how many bands have Geffen dropped to keep Axl in his madness producing this giant turd of an album?

gergbot

Apr 10, 2008

Guns n roses are probably the worst band ever. After green day of course. I don't see why everyones having such a hicky over an album which everyone knows is just going to be a complete dissapointment. Just like the rest of them...

fucko_the_clown

Apr 10, 2008

The sound of Guns 'n' roses is so old axl might as well release an album of 'Cod' Jazz... plus he's a wranger i.e. orange hair, pale skin.... born without a soul. So no, the album will b shite

pauliogeorgio

Apr 10, 2008

Dr Pepper? Whats the worst that can happen..... Er......This?

pouet

Apr 10, 2008

just look at the guy....

adno11

Apr 10, 2008

Time will tell, you'll be eating your words when you hear it and get your head round it. One of the most gifted song writes of all time.

indiejessie

Apr 10, 2008

i think some people have to learn when to stop

XWarning112

Apr 10, 2008

It's going to be interesting what he has taken the band in with the album, as it has probably had many forms since it began. Will he have stuck to metal or branched out into punk, ska, electro, slightly acoustic? I would definitely like to find out as I have no preconceptions of how it will sound.

21mark21

Apr 10, 2008

Ah good God no, Id rather listen to Scouting for Girls!!!!If they did a full band reunion, they'd make a mint!!

CinemaDan

Apr 10, 2008

14 years? Polishing a turd no doubt. Did anyone hear the leaked song called "Better". Hilarious!

ferriter101

Apr 10, 2008

really looking forward to new album but fearing the worse after janes addictions come back a few years ago.people should stop slagging axl off even if u dont like the music its miles better and more succesful then the one hit wonders that indie keeps crapping out!

jonthebass

Apr 10, 2008

IMO in the years that have passed he could have done at least 4 good albums and world tours! Also isn't the new line up just a tribute band with Axl singing now? Come on - Original line up GN'R re-union is what I want!!!

fetska

Apr 10, 2008

In the interim 14 years, he appears to have morphed into Mick Hucknall. Nuff said, surely....?

Soundedd

Apr 10, 2008

Axl Rose, what a twat

maupa

Apr 10, 2008

I've heard that they are going to be playing the John Peel stage at Glastonbury under the alias "Mr. Bedrock".You heard it here first.

jslane

Apr 10, 2008

Does that mean I get my free Dr. Pepper?

cinderfella

Apr 10, 2008

new GN'R songs are amazinganyone who says theyre not are just being awkward because they dislike Axl Rose or whatever

Martidark

Apr 10, 2008

I simply DON'T believe It at all !!!

krissrites

Apr 10, 2008

looking forward to it? not especially. Think it will be worth it? No. But i think it was probably a good idea to stay away for while.Bring back Slash and the boys. Then we'll talk.rites

ESPACIO

Apr 10, 2008

THIS WAIT SIMPLY IS OVER AXL AT LEAST THIS ALBUM MEANS SOMETHING

drgonzo2012

Apr 10, 2008

who cares about GnR in 2008? seriously, you need your head tested. Any album that takes 14 years to make is going to suck, especially by some bloated stadium 80s rock band.

Lambchop

Apr 10, 2008

Oh realy!?! WHO CARES!

acedrums

Apr 11, 2008

I am a huge GnR fan...people who call them just another 'stadium rock band' clearly know very little about the band...however, Axl Rose is a cock, and without Izzy Stradlin and Slash this band are crap. The songs suck, Axl's voice has, understandably, got shit and the band are a bunch of fucking weirdos.

sxpstl

Apr 11, 2008

Chinese democracy released in a time of news reporting the lack of democracy in china/tibet. Pick your fucking moments Axl!!!!

waterbob22

Apr 11, 2008

the fact that more people have replied to this story than just about any other over the past months indicates some careme? i'll wait and see how long the haggling stage takes first then judge them by what it sounds like, not old demos and heresay

RuiRuiRuiRui

Apr 11, 2008

More chance of democracy in China...

sebmake1

Apr 11, 2008

Axl maybe a arse but he is one of the top 5 front men ever!! Im a massive fan of brit indie music such as the roses and the mondays, but i love GNR rocket queen is one of my fave tunes off all time. I say dont judge the album until uv heard it in full, not wot uv heard online or elsewhere.

furry

Apr 11, 2008

It is going to be a dissapointment even if he has learned to play guitar with his cock and sing the high C with his arse.After 14 yrs? Oh, come on...

sebmake1

Apr 11, 2008

just because GNR played stadiums doesnt mean they were shit. All people who think that wud be sooo narrow minded

sebmake1

Apr 11, 2008

Axl Rose has got to be one of the top 5 front men of all time!! Im a massive brit indie fan, bands such as the roses and the mondays. But iv always liked GNR they bring a look a attitude and a sound that is so great its spine chilling. Yes they might not have Slash and Duff but lets not knock this album before its realeased. Dont judge it on crap downloads of rough master's. If it is crap i will hold my hands up!!!

Windowsill

Apr 11, 2008

Yes! Free Dr. Pepper!

CharlieBo1

Apr 11, 2008

Come on boi's don't bad mouth guns and roses what ave they ever done to you. All they done was make good music frig the shit in between like i mean who are you to say that ya twats. Don't dis encourage artists from making music with snide comments. If you do your not doing it for the music

seamonkey007

Apr 11, 2008

Oh Axl... Im sure some1 gives a f*uck! but not me, nor many of the comment'ees above. Didn't this band write a song called 'Patience' a long time ago... OOoo the irony ;)

fullyalive76

Apr 11, 2008

I saw them a few years back with the new line-up and thought it would just be a fun trip back in time but I was blown away by the show. The new songs were amazing. I can't slag the album until it comes out and I listen to it but from what I know so far I am looking forward to the album.

allhailthegerbilking

Apr 11, 2008

deep down your all GNR fans!!

jamesf

Apr 11, 2008

axl rose is the biggest ar*ehole to ever grace this planet and purely for that reason i wish to never hear a single track off this 14 years in the making piece of sh*t!!

c_walrus

Apr 11, 2008

What's Newton Faulkner got to do with all of this?

Forbes256

Apr 11, 2008

I think it's all for show! Think about it! Use your Illusion... "14 years". And I quote: "It's been 14years or silence. It's been 14years of pain."

rachlmarleydog

Apr 11, 2008

let's give 'em a chance...

cut_copy

Apr 11, 2008

I think its about time that Axl realised that no-one really cares anymore. All interest has been lost. How can you expect to really keep a fanbase after delaying an album for 14 years with petty excuses? Besides we all know that its never Guns N' Roses without the original line-up. Its time for Axl to give up and go to the old folks home...

GNR4EVER

Apr 11, 2008

F*** all the doubters, the time has come for a second coming, we need this people!!!!

gergbot

Apr 11, 2008

Its just gonna be like the smashing pumpkins comeback. Shit.

axelrose

Apr 11, 2008

Look it takes me a while to get it right. I think you will like my work. This is the project my fans have been asking for. Sure we all have challenges in life I am past many and ready to do this now.

closer71

Apr 13, 2008

I doubt the album will even remotely sound like it was worth spending $13 million on. It will sound exactly like what it really is: an exercise in unbridled self-absorption.

shadow-351

Apr 13, 2008

well its been 14 years of silence, it been 14 years of pain, it been 14 years that have gorn forever and i'll never have again... perhaps his plan all along?

barny007

Apr 14, 2008

Appetite was a masterpiece. If it were a physical piece of art it would be locked up in â€˜The Louvreâ€™ as itâ€™s the finest collection of noise ever assembled. Iâ€™m both fearful and excited in bucket-loads by the prospect of the new album because of the change in peopleâ€¦ if it gets some where close to Appetite it will be worth the 14 years! If youâ€™re reading Geffen my iPodâ€™s fcking gagging for some more good shitâ€¦

jimmookiewehling

Apr 15, 2008

We'll see if Axl's voice can hold up. The sole reason he has been in hiding is b/c the dud(e) cannot sing for longer than 1 set.As for Chinese Democracy...we'll see...I have enjoyed the leaked cuts on the net.

Terje_1

Apr 21, 2008

Can't wait for the new album. The music industry is in need GNR (axl project). As far as ChrisL's comment. Really Nirvana? Do us all a favorite and copy Kurt.

massmetal

Apr 22, 2008

Thats great that there finally done. Could be to late but we see what loyal fans they have. Should have had all of that done when they made that surprise apperance on MTV awards years ago. They need to do something such as that to get more fans or to wake us up. Axl is Guns n Roses but still wont be the same without everyone else. Thats to many people leaving the band to ever be the same. Though its always been Axl's band from the get. I think it would have been better to put Guns n Roses to rest and made a new name for this group. Guess it dont really matter what there called as long as they make good music. As far as the leaked tracks I think some of the songs sound pretty good. Most of the one's leaked are raw tracks and live ones. of course there not going to sound as good as what will be on there studio album. nothing is enhanced n such. I think the album will be a success. Just hope they decide to do a big U.S.Tour. The fans deserve it. lol

ildus

May 2, 2008

already a cult album before released.... think it's a definite must-have, i mean the first edition if there are more later....i grew up listening to Gn'R, like other millions of our agegroup, so i don't mind a sentimental time-machine music journey to back to my teenage years.... of course those who are like 20 now don't care, but he'll have enough grown-ups to sell as many copies as he wishes, i'm happy Geffen had this much patience, the world would be poorer without some more chips off Axl's brain, he's always been brilliant, i mean brilliant songwriter and brilliant musician, what more could we want.... ah, yeah, some sober moments.... guess those are rare, he should start reading the Bible first or sg. like that

Axlrose08

May 2, 2008

Axl is and always will be a musical genius. He has always been criticised, even during his golden years. I cant promise this album will be a success, with all the crap music thats so popular today. But i promise if you love true "rock", this album will be what you want out of music. It should be raw, truthful, we should be able to relate to the songs Axl sings. This is what i love about his music, and i guarantee he will deliver exactly what "I" want to hear, which is ROCK N ROLL at its purist. Stop talking shit about someone who has done moe for the world than you ever will. His music will be remembered long after you and I, i can promise that :)

ant_newhall

May 6, 2008

guns have been one of my favourite bands for a long, long time, but i probobly wont even buy it ill download it for free coz the guy is a waste of time. its not guns n roses anymore,, change the name! however good the album is, it wont live up to the expectations, 14 years is too long, it would have to be an absolute masterpiece to live up to the hype, and it wont be. guns have already had their masterpiece a long time ago. Does anyone really think its gonna be released this time anyway?