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Re: Sorum Issues RRHoF Statement
Interesting Post Apex-Twin
It's got to be tough on the others to be stuck in the middle of things though. I mean life as a musician is sort of uncertain you're only ever a few bad choices from having to go and get a "real job". So if you are Matt and you're working on a snakepit project and Axl calls up and heavies you to develop GNR stuff. It's a tough choice...especially back then when GNR was one of the largest acts in the world...these days it's on par pretty much with everyone else's solo acts...but back then Snakepit was a very indy style project compared to the massive draws GNR had just done.
I feel a bit the same with Dizzy in the RRHOF saga. I mean Axl's been his friend and his ticket out of a poor musican lifestyle for 25 years or something. I'm sure he'd have liked to go celebrate his induction, but sometimes politics needs to dictate your actions.
Also - the way matt tells the exit story - he was booted out for his big mouth sure - but defending slash against Paul bagging him out. And if Matt is telling the truth about what Paul said....it doesn't matter who has a writing credit..or who is freinds with who....it's insane for anyone to be talking about Slash being shit on guitar when he's world-famous for it...I can see why if I was Matt i'd only be able to listen to that sort of nonsense for so long before I opened my mouth too....
And likewise...I think Matt would speak up if Dave in VR was dissing Axl too.....I think he was just calling bullshit when he heard it....
I'll grant you the snakepit bail sucked...but who knows maybe he was just trying to calm things down....I mean going off with slash might have angered Axl more and maybe matt was trying to bridge the rift.
Re: Sorum Issues RRHoF Statement
I mean going off with slash might have angered Axl more and maybe matt was trying to bridge the rift.
Defending Slash in front of Axl is a sure-fire way to have your share of Axl's anger, as well.
I just remembered what Axl said about that in '99.
Matt was fired, but Matt came in attempting to get fired and told many people so that night. - Axl
This is a way the human mind can actually work; when stuck in an unhealthy situation, we may drive headlong to a point of conflict just to get some sort of closure. Matt may have thought arguing with Axl would either result in a better working environment, or he would be dismissed from the job he'd never in his right mind give up voluntarily.
Re: Sorum Issues RRHoF Statement
http://www.musicradar.com/news/drums/ma … ion-539873
Dear Friends and Fans of Guns N' Roses,
I am releasing this statement to bring closure to the night's events at the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame, and to all things Guns N' Roses. This will alleviate numerous press statements and interviews about the subject, which I have already addressed on my Twitter.
In these last few months since getting notice about being inducted into the Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame, many emotions and feelings have gone through my head and heart, as well as the original five members of GN'R: Axl, Slash, Duff, Izzy and Steven. I was also chosen to be inducted, along with Dizzy Reed.
It was slightly awkward for me in some ways knowing some fans have the original five in their hearts for a reunion. I chose to say to Slash and Duff, 'Please have Steven play, and let me know what you would like me to do.'
Two days before the event. Axl made his statement known. And it was apparent he wouldn't be attending. In respect to him, that is his decision and should be honored. Also, Izzy declined. So I suggested Slash call Gilby, who was left out of the proceedings.
Gilby was a member of the band and contributing to the 'Use Your Illusions' World Tour, which took us around the globe for three years, as well as playing guitar on 'Spaghetti Incident' and 'The Live Era' albums. It felt like the right thing to do.
In fairness to the rest of the original line-up and myself, we decided to go ahead and attend. This is an honor that is once in a lifetime and couldn't be missed, especially for fans of the band. To us, it was honoring them as well. Regarding playing live, we agreed that we would share the stage together, joined by Myles Kennedy as guest singer, who did a fine job filling big shoes. Steven graciously offered 'Brownstone' and played two other 'Appetite' tracks, and I sang and joined him near the kit on 'Paradise City.'
It felt perfect for all involved.
In my speech, I made references to drugs and Steven being dismissed from the band, in which I referred to, "How could someone be fired from Guns N' Roses for doing too many drugs??"
It was meant to be light-hearted. But knowing the struggles Steven has endured all these years. I felt I needed to clarify that Steven was onstage, healthy, and ready to rock.
It is well known that the rest of the band has endured addiction and alcoholism and at this point in our lives, we are all healthy and sober. Not to make light of drugs and alcohol…we were all full-blown addicts when the band split. What started out as a party and what we believed was part of the makeup of the band turned on all of us in the end.
Many years of soul searching and reconnecting with our inner selves have brought glorious gifts: Velvet Revolver with millions of records sold and a Grammy, Steven with his new band, and more. We are now all playing music and making records on our own that is truly what we love, before any of the business of music came into play. The music has always been the passion, before anything else.
Stevens's passion for GN'R is something that no one can explain but him: it's a true love gone, but never forgotten. How many people have felt that in their lifetime?
I told Steven and the rest of the guys the night of the Induction that night was for them and what they created on the streets of Hollywood, and it can never be taken away. The music will live on. And that's what counts. Not about who was there at the Induction. That the music will always be theirs and no can ever take that away.
Also, I have much respect for my former band, The Cult. And all the musicians I have played with over the years. They have all taught me so much.
I also need to thank my dearest and closest confidante, Ace Harper, who is my fiancée' and has made me a better man. She has walked beside in times of darkness, and has been there for me when all the stage lights and backstage parties were over.
This is where life is for all of us now survivors of a Rock & Roll era you will never see the likes of again: Married men Slash with two wonderful boys, Duff with two beautiful girls, Steven happy with a beautiful wife.
Life is good, my friends…we are alive! God Bless the fans of GN'R.
Long Live Rock N Roll,
Matt Sorum
(GN'R: "Use Your Illusion 1 and 2," "The Spaghetti Incident," "The Live Era)"
This is what I agree with in this thread.
Class move on Matt's part. About time they all grew up. Well, almost all of them. 
