2004.03.11 - Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles - Hollywood Rose: Pre-Guns N' Roses Demos To Surface

HOLLYWOOD ROSE - Pre-GUNS N’ ROSES Demos To Surface

HOLLYWOOD ROSE - The Roots Of GUNS N’ ROSES is a historical and monumental musical document of the very first demos recorded by Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin, before they became Guns N’ Roses.

The album features five demo recordings that haven’t been heard in decades, plus new remixes by former GN’R member Gilby Clarke. These rare tracks showcase the raw talent of Axl and Izzy that was just beginning to blossom into GN’R.

The story of Guns N’ Roses began when L.A. GUNS founder Tracii Guns introduced guitarist Chris Weber to Izzy Stradlin in the parking lot of the Rainbow Bar And Grill. After jamming together at Izzy’s place, the two decided to form a band and recruited a vocalist, Bill Bailey, better known to most as Axl Rose. Together, they drew inspiration from the diverse musical scene emerging in Hollywood and, with the help of drummer Johnny Kreis, recorded a demo under the name Hollywood Rose.

For years these demos have remained in the vault, never appearing on CD. Now, Cleopatra Records is bringing these raw recordings to the masses. As a special bonus, Gilby Clarke took these recordings back to the studio and polished up the rough edges.

Due for release in June, Hollywood Rose - The Roots Of Guns N’ Roses includes the following tracklisting: Original Demo Versions: ‘Shadow Of Your Love’, ‘Rocker’, ‘Killing Time’, ‘Wreckless Life’ and ‘Anything Goes’. Newly Remixed By Gilby Clarke: ‘Shadow Of Your Love’, ‘Rocker’, ‘Killing Time’, ‘Wreckless Life’ and ‘Anything Goes’. Newly Remixed By Fred Coury: ‘Move To The City’ and ‘Wreckless Life’.

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Two days later, on March 13, there was an update on the Brave Words website:

A representative from Cleopatra Records has informed BW&BK that the previously announced album, Hollywood Rose - The Roots Of GUNS N’ ROSES is on hold and may not come out until November.