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Re: DJ has left GNR
6 years ago I received a call that changed my life forever. The call was from a dear friend of mine (Katie McNeil-Diamond) who was working with Guns N’ Roses. It was an offer to audition for Axl Rose and earn a role in arguably the biggest rock band of my time. While I thought it was a complete long-shot, I decided to go ahead and give it a try. Much to my shock and surprise, I got the gig. And so began the most incredible journey I could have possibly imagined. I was blessed with the opportunity to not only work with one of the most talented bands but also to share the stage with a living legend and a truly gifted human being, Axl Rose. The amount of confidence and trust that Axl placed in me was genuinely heartwarming and truly career-defining. In the years that followed I traveled the world many times over and played these incredible songs night after night to the most enthusiastic and loving crowds. As you can imagine, the friendships that were forged during that time were deep and long lasting. But the most beautiful surprise of all was YOU... the fans. You welcomed me into your lives with open arms and showed me love and support that I could only have dreamed of. From the very first time I stepped on stage and started playing "Welcome To The Jungle," and felt the crowd erupt, I knew my life would never be the same. I'm not gonna lie...I was terrified!! But you were so accepting. You immediately turned my fear into pride. For that, I am truly grateful.
So now it is with a very heavy heart and yet great pride that I announce that I've decided to close this chapter of my life and encapsulate the wonderful times that I've shared with Guns N’ Roses into fond memories. I have reached a point in my life where I feel its time to dedicate myself to my band Sixx:A.M., my adoring wife and family, and to the many new adventures that the future holds for me. I have always been driven by my passion for creating music and Sixx:A.M. has always been a place where I can express myself honestly and share that passion with my two brothers and bandmates, Nikki Sixx and James Michael. As you know I have also been blessed with the love and support of my incredible wife, Naty, who has been at my side for much of this amazing journey.
As I sit here writing this letter, I want to take a moment to thank Axl from the bottom of my heart for not only the most incredible experience of my life, but for truly believing in me. You are a true friend and a champion of mine and I am forever grateful. And even as I move on to pursue other endeavors, I will always remain one of your biggest fans. I also would like to thank each and every one of you fans for your love and support throughout the years. Without you, I am nothing. Please know that I do not take one minute of this amazing life for granted.
I hope that you all join me as I forge ahead. Let's conquer the world together!
With love and respect,
Dj Ashba
Not sad. Hope this brings back Robin, Bucket or Slash.
- Smoking Guns
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Re: DJ has left GNR
Slash is the only answer. Robin would be cool, but not the direction I think Axl wants. Bucket would be killer but then wouldn't bumble have to be out too? Slash, the GNR sound, last shot to regain credibility.
Re: DJ has left GNR
Axl is running out of guitarists. 
Just as well. Guy struck me as a major poser. Definitely not Guns material.
Question is does Axl want to try and find yet another band member to fill such a crucial role? Well I guess it's that, take a dip in lifestyle or call Slash.
Re: DJ has left GNR
Slash is the only answer. Robin would be cool, but not the direction I think Axl wants. Bucket would be killer but then wouldn't bumble have to be out too? Slash, the GNR sound, last shot to regain credibility.
Why wouldn't he want Robin?
If he cared about credibility he would have called him long ago. He doesn't need Slash to pay the bills.
Re: DJ has left GNR
As much as I'd love to see Bucket return, I sincerely doubt that will ever happen. Like Axl, Bucket is a one of a kind talent that is truly devoted to his music above all else, and will do what's in his heart rather than what may be in his financial best interest.
That said, however, both his parents have passed away in the last couple of years, and there have been rumors of him having a huge stack of medical bills to pay. So who knows, anything is possible. Maybe at least he'll hook up wit Axl and they can finish up whatever is left to do for CD part 2. Also, with Ron and Ashba gone, there's hopefully no need to go back in and tinker with songs that should have been completed years ago.
- FlashFlood
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Re: DJ has left GNR
One of the things I keep coming back to when it comes to a reunion is Axl's relationship with Tommy. Duff is the easiest member for Axl to reunite with, but Tommy has been there since the day Duff left.
Tommy may be ready to move on judging by all his Replacements engagements, but I don't think Axl would EVER dump Tommy to reunite with the OG's.
