Izzy was so low key, I didn't realise the significance and repercussions of his departure at the time. But they never recovered. And the disparate parts, good as they may be, just don't add up to any kind of cohesive whole.

Using the GN'R name brought Axl short term benefit (instant market recognition), but has a lot of negative baggage accompanying that in the long run (impossible expectations, negative reciprocity form original members and longstanding fans and the media).