Guns n' Roses, 'The General' -- New Song

After years and years of speculation and waiting, Guns n' Roses has finally debuted their new song "The General."

"The General" is from the Chinese Democracy days. It definitely has that vibe. GnR performed the song for the first time ever at the Hollywood Bowl last night. Such lucky folks in the crowd!

The Best Paul McCartney & Wings Cover Of All Time: Guns n' Roses

Happy Friday the 13th!

Guns n' Roses knocked it out of the park when they covered "Live And Let Die." The song was originally recorded by Paul McCartney and Wings in 1973. The song is the official theme of the James Bond film of the same name.

Guns n' Roses released their version of the song on the Use Your Illusion ! album. The 1993 single was a hit for Guns n' Roses - and to this day, I still crank it loud whenever I hear the track. For both the original and GnR version, I never tire of the song.

The Best Aerosmith Covers Of All Time: Guns n' Roses

It's well documented that the members of Guns n' Roses have an affinity for Aerosmith. It's no surprise, then, that GnR covered Aerosmith early and often in their career.

"Mama Kin" is a song on Aerosmith's self-titled debut album. Steven Tyler wrote the song and he famously has the title tattooed on his arm. The band once owned a bar in Boston called "Mama Kin Music Hall."

Guns n' Roses included a live version of "Mama Kin" on their 1988 album Lies.

Axl Rose's vocals are undeniably distinct, and he brings his unique voice to the cover. While Steven Tyler's original vocals are hard to match (and really can't be), Axl's interpretation adds a new layer of energy to the track. His soaring high notes and raspy delivery provide a fitting tribute to the original.

Guns n' Roses, 'Perhaps' -- Official Video

Guns n' Roses has shared their official video for the new track "Perhaps." It's a live video with slick editing. I like it. Also, big T.G.I.F. from me!

Guns n' Roses Release New Track In Typical Guns n' Roses Fashion

Not a peep on the band's official social media regarding the drop of "Perhaps," a new track from Guns n' Roses. Instead, GnR released the song to Audacy radio stations. Then the song was put on YouTube - and naturally - removed. Now "Perhaps" is appearing on official streaming sites by time zone - with Australia currently having access as of noon ET on 17 August. Totally bizarre and totally on brand for Guns n' Roses.

So would you like to hear "Perhaps?" The song isn't exactly new. It is from the Chinese Democracy era and you can tell immediately by listening to the piano bits. No, this isn't Appetite For Destruction worthy, folks!

TIL: 'Alone' Is A Cover

I cannot be the only person to just learn that Heart's blockbuster "Alone" is a cover!

How did I find this out in the year of our lord 2023, you ask? By looking up Carrie Underwood's setlist for her recent opening gig for Guns n' Roses. (Really, it's more a double bill, but whatever).

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I've shared the video many times of her performing "Alone" back in her American Idol days. I'm convinced that performance really helped propel her to a win and eventual career superstardom. So I wasn't surprised to see lots of rock covers in her set - she's always been a vocal 80s metal fan. Anyway, I notice "Alone" on her setlist and it says "I-Ten cover" next to he song.

So off to YouTube I go... and lo and behold "Alone" really is a cover! It was originally recorded by I-Ten, a duo of Billy Steinberg and Tom Kelly. They released the song back in 1983. It is on the album Taking A Cold Look. "Alone" was overlooked - and did not chart. Don't feel bad for Steinberg and Kelly. They were a hitmaking duo, writing huge tracks for artists like Madonna and Whitney Houston.

"Alone" was also apparently used in an 80s sitcom and released as a single. Again, the track did not chart.

Then Heart comes along, Ann Wilson destroys that bad boy and we've got a number 1 hit on our hands.

Since then, the song has been covered by all sorts of superstars including Underwood and Celine Dion. I wonder how much Steinberg and Kelly made off this one song? Hopefully millions and millions.

Here's Carrie Underwood live the other night before Guns n' Roses. She really should make a rock album.

Just Slash & Axl Rose In The Studio Together

Urban Sound Studies shared the post below - featuring Slash and Axl Rose in the recording booth together. Guns n' Roses were listening to "new mixes." So does that mean new music? And new songs that are so far along they are mixed? If there is new music, how long will it take to come out? A year? A decade? Things to ponder on this Friday.

Update, Saturday, June 24: apparently the Facebook post featuring Slash and Axl was removed. Now the only post even mentioning Guns n' Roses is the one below. Things that make you go... hmmm.

Original photo was here (for a few hours anyway):