Again wishful thinking on my part though!

Ironically it's the 'casuals' who they've targeted who are now dropping as they've already seen them

Nikki Sixxs take on new music for Motley Crue.

Within the same chat, the bassist did not close the door on new music either. While the band did record new songs for The Dirt soundtrack, nothing is currently on the books. That said, Sixx added, "As far as new music — I think new music always comes when the band is getting along. We get along so great right now. We've been having the best time."

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On the surface Axl Duff and Slash seem at peace with each other. But perhaps it's too superficial.

Thinking back to the release of Absurd. Maybe Axl wanted a song to promote the tour and the record company saw little value in this track so we're happy to do a deal with the band? Hardskool thrown in as a bundle to test the waters for more down the line?

I'd like to hear the record companies perspective on GNR.