I've heard it mentioned, and it makes sense to me based on people I've actually known, that it's quite possible that he HAS actually gone cold turkey. This could easily be some sort of breakdown triggered by quitting everything at once with no medical supervision. Doesn't mean he wasn't using a month ago or whatever, just that he's THAT messed up.

By short cash, I just meant it's a nice inexpensive guitar.  I'm with you on investment vs. play time. I don't get nearly enough time these days, but I'm getting my kids into it, so it's giving me an excuse to play again.

Ah well, whether any of it is true or false or right or wrong, it wouldn't surprise if it affects future output. Bummer.

I don't even care who's in the band anymore, I just want Axl to get some shit out there.

dave, I guess I'll try once, but I guarantee you I won't go back and forth on this too much, because your argument is just plain bizarre, and you seem to be getting worked up.

If I told you it was ok to kill someone in self defense, would you then assume I had just suggested you should go on a murder spree?

I'd appreciate a PM too- some of those pics were already gone by the time I read this.