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Slash through with Scott Weiland

10 Jan 2013

Music gossip

Slash will never work with Scott Weiland again. The legendary guitarist was in Velvet Revolver with the singer from 2003 and 2008, but despite statements from Scott saying he'd like to get the band back together, Slash is adamant he will have…

Slash's mum's secret David Bowie affair

28 Aug 2012

Music Gossip

Slash once caught his mum naked with David Bowie. The former Guns N' Roses guitarist claims his late costume designer mother Ola Hudson shared a "mysterious romance" with the 'Ziggy Stardust' singer in the 70s and he once accidentally walked in on…

Jonathan Ross to star in Phineas and Ferb

17 Jul 2012

TV Gossip

Jonathan Ross is to star in Disney series 'Phineas and Ferb'. The 51-year-old presenter will follow in the footsteps of stars including Ben Stiller, Selena Gomez and guitarist Slash by lending his voice to the comedy animation show, in which he will…

Slash pays tribute to Deep Purple star Jon Lord

17 Jul 2012

Music Gossip

Slash and a host of other stars have paid tribute to the late Deep Purple rocker Jon Lord. The keyboard player and founder of the iconic heavy metal band passed away on Monday (16.07.12) in London and several of his music peers and celebrity fans…

Slash works hard to be good

8 Jun 2012

Music Gossip

Slash insists calling him a guitar master is "bulls**t". The former Guns N' Roses star is renowned for his musicianship but he insists it is down to hard work, rather than natural expertise and he can always improve his skills. He said: "That…

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Slash will never appear with Guns N' Roses again

30 May 2012

Music Gossip

Guns N' Roses' classic line up will never reunite. The definitive incarnation of the group - guitarists Slash and Izzy Stradlin, singer Axl Rose, bassist Duff McKagan and drummer Steven Adler - were given the opportunity to appear together as they…

Slash is 'proud' of Guns N' Roses

20 May 2012

Music Gossip

Slash is "very proud" of his time in Guns N' Roses. Despite having success with Velvet Revolver and as a solo artist, the guitarist admits nothing quite compares to when his first band hit the big time in 1987 with their debut album 'Appetite For…

Former Guns N' Roses drummer blasts Axl

25 Apr 2012

Music Gossip

Former Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler is "done" with Axl Rose. The band's singer - and only original remaining member - declined to appear as the group were inducted to the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame earlier this month, and Steven thinks it the…

Axl Rose surprised by support

18 Apr 2012

Music Gossip

Axl Rose has been "blown away" by the positive response to his decision to stay away from the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the weekend. The Guns N' Roses singer announced last week he would not attend the 27th Annual event in…

Axl Rose booed at Rock And Roll Hall of Fame ceremony

16 Apr 2012

Music Gossip

Axl Rose was booed at the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday (14.04.12) when his name was mentioned. The singer refused to attend the 27th Annual event in Cleveland, Ohio, where his band Guns N' Roses were being inducted for…

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Hall of Fame to induct Axl Rose despite boycott

12 Apr 2012

Music Gossip

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will induct Axl Rose with Guns N' Roses even though he has refused the honour. The 50-year-old co-founder of the group - who has been locked in a feud with former band mate Slash for the last 15 years - insists he will…

Axl Rose decline Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction

12 Apr 2012

Music Gossip

Axl Rose has declined his induction into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame with Guns N'Roses. The 50-year-old co-founder of the group - who has been locked in a feud with former band mate Slash for the last 15 years - will not attend the ceremony in…

Slash: Music has lost magic

27 Mar 2012

Music Gossip

Slash thinks music has "lost its magic". The former Guns N' Roses guitarist thinks the modern popularity for purchasing albums through downloads lead to the listener missing out because they don't get a complete package that includes the visuals of…

Guns N' Roses rule out Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame performance

22 Mar 2012

Music Gossip

Guns N' Roses will not perform at their induction to the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame next month. There has been much speculation guitarist Slash and singer Axl Rose would end their feud - which has lasted more than 15 years - to reunite the classic…

Guns N' Roses announce UK tour

27 Feb 2012

Music Gossip

Guns N' Roses have announced a string of UK tour dates. The 'November Rain' rockers - who performed a huge sold out world tour last year - will return to Britain for six shows, beginning in Nottingham on November 19. They then head to Liverpool…

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Slash announces new album Apocalyptic Love

16 Feb 2012

Music Gossip

Slash has announced he will release 'Apocalyptic Love', in May. The record will be under the name Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the co-conspirators - after his vocalist and backing band - and will come out in in Europe on May 21 and in the US on…

Slash's 'sloppier' sound

4 Jan 2012

Music Gossip

Slash's musicianship may be "sloppier" on his next album. The former Guns N' Roses star is returning to the studio with his backing band to complete work on his second solo album, and is going for an as-live sound. He told Total Guitar magazine…

Slash hits at Guns N' Roses reunion

30 Dec 2011

Music Gossip

Slash has hinted at a possible Guns N' Roses reunion. The legendary guitarist wants to put aside his differences with the 'Welcome to the Jungle' rockers' lead singer Axl Rose - who is the only original member of the band's classic lineup - as the…

Slash recording up to Christmas

21 Dec 2011

Music Gossip

Slash is hoping to record seven songs this week. The legendary guitarist is working full steam ahead in a Los Angeles studio until Christmas, laying down tracks for his second solo album, hoping to double the amount he's already completed. He…

Slash honoured by Rock 'n' Roll Hall Of Fame induction

8 Dec 2011

Music Gossip

Slash says it is "quite an honour" to be inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame. The legendary guitarist was inducted to the rock 'n' roll institution as part of his old band, Guns N' Roses, yesterday (07.12.11) and tweeted to say how pleased…

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Slash almost finished second album

22 Nov 2011

Music Gossip

Slash has almost finished writing his second solo album. The former Guns N' Roses Guitarist is currently preparing and recording his second solo record in Los Angeles, so far finishing three of approximately 20 tracks he intends to record. He…

Slash's family use nickname

18 Nov 2011

Music Gossip

Slash's family call him by his nickname because it's "more exciting" than his real name. The former Guns N' Roses guitarist was born Saul Hudson in England, but even his close family use his adopted moniker, because it reflects his larger-than-life…

Axl Rose 'honoured' by Hall of Fame nomination

14 Nov 2011

Music Gossip

Axl Rose says it is "still up in the air" how Guns N' Roses would be inducted to the Rock 'N' Roll Hall of Fame. The singer is the only member of the classic line up of the 'Welcome to the Jungle' group remaining, and despite his long running feud…

Slash unveils three new tracks

20 Oct 2011

Music Gossip

Slash has unveiled three new tracks from his second solo album, 'Halo', 'Standing In The Sun' and 'Bad Rain'. The former Guns N' Roses guitarist has started recording his new record in Hollywood, and played early version of three tracks to 'That…

Slash recording second solo album

5 Oct 2011

Music Gossip

Slash will start recording his second solo album this weekend. The legendary ex-Guns N' Roses guitarist has 17 songs ready to take to the studio and already has blisters on his fingers from all the practice he's been putting in. In a series of…