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I saw them last night, I thought he was incredible, yes his voice has changed, but he now sings with a gorgeous baritone. We all get older, we all change, this needs to be embraced not debated.

I saw Guns N Roses at Download a few years back and frankly was dreading it based on all the comments I’d read online. Opening song didn’t get the set off to a great start, but once he was warmed up he was absolutely on form - and put on a cracking performance. Absolutely blew me away. Can’t wait to see you at Donington this week, too!

It's nice to see Axl smiling. He might not be able to hit the notes he hit in the 80's but he is still the man.

Axl's dance was called the snakedance. He really doesn't do it too much anymore, but back in the day he mastered it perfectly.

In the late 80s when Axl was at the peak of his powers his voice and presence was something to behold

Saw him live when he stepped in for Brian Johnson and sang for ACDC a few years ago. Probably one of the best gigs I've ever been to.

I absolutely loved this video, thanks Justin! Guns N Roses have been one of my favourite bands for the last 30 years. Axl is still smashing it

I saw GnR in Athens about 10 days ago and they're still going strong absolutely live, no lip syncing or backing tracks. They were amazing. Axl was his lovable self a powerhouse, probably covered miles on the stage and his voice shook the venue, it reverberated deep in my soul. Axl will be up there into his...OUR... 80s

Honestly, dude is 60 years old and still singing live, no backing tracks, no playback...and still sounds decent to my ears. One of my childhood heroes for sure!

Nobody sounds like Axl. Love him or hate him, he’s front and centre in some of the most incredible music to come out of that, or any era. UYI 2 is in my top 5 records ever. First heard it when I was probably 7 or 8 and it captivated me instantly and still slaps hard today.

He is one Of the greatest Rock vocalista ever. We should be grateful Of having him performing nowadays. He really tries his best.

As I turn 64 today, it's good to be reminded that 60 somethings can and will, still rock! Love your videos, Justin! Off to practice my Axl dance moves. I can do them too. 🎸🌹🎶

Appetite for Destruction is still one of my favourite albums ever. I can still remember being about ten years old and my older brothers playing me 'Its So Easy' for the first time on a wonky old cassette player. Fucking love it!

Axl killed it when he was singing with AC/DC. To be 60 and still being able to hit most of the range is a major accomplishment. You are no slouch Mr. Hawkins, saw some of the footage of you singing from a few recent concerts, you sound great too!

You are good people Justin Hawkins. Glad I found your channel.

Axl in his prime was something to behold..I could never see that he would be still be going at 60 due to the way he sings but here we are, that in itself is impressive. A great showman aswell. Look forward to seeing gunners in November

Kudos for giving Kudos to Steven Adler. His influence on the first record can never be underestimated. Stand up guy too!

I was born in 79 so GNR was my first great musical loves. Slash is one of the reasons I play guitar. I’m sorry to say his voice is not the same but God bless him for still rocking and rolling!

I watched three of your videos and thought wow, I really like this guy. It took a few videos for me to realize who you were and I was so happy when I did. Love your attitude and your insights. Pleases don't stop. Lots of love!

Love your show, always valuable insight. You are awesome!

You’re killing it with this channel. I never even heard much of The Darkness but will be checking more out

You're endlessly entertaining, Justin. Currently binge watching your videos on a rare day off.

Love the content. i enjoy how you have real love and real criticism and insight for music and its not mindless bashing of other musicians. Also the videos are always fun.

Really enjoyed them in London last Friday, sound wasn't great to start but they improved it and Axl, despite apparently not being overly well, sounded great... them bringing Carrie out for Sweet Child and Paradise City was a great touch, she was excellent too

Your moment about rhythm players is SO on point - I was just talking to a friend about the brilliance of that push an pull. Thank you again - you kick ass.

I saw The Darkness in Nottingham a few years ago. They teased the Sweet Child Intro as a joke but were forced to play it in its entirety by the tenacious audience. Nailed it in effortlessly perfect Darkness fashion.

I love your reviews!!!!!

Justin your voice is amazing, i do really like your voice, honestly you're a such a talented singer and have very versatile vocal cords, you got my all admiration from Brisbane, Australia, you're the best one cheers mate.

Great video as always. I’m developing a real appreciation of you, I’ve also delved deeper into the Darkness back catalogue. Very very impressed. Keep keeping on dude.

I see what you're doing there with that jacket. Well played.

nice that you mentioned his acdc work. also found it very matching!

My god man, I just have to say this: I could not possibly care any less about Axl Rose than I currently do, but here I am 14 minutes into this video, and planning on finishing this and several more. You're great! You're the best. Please keep these coming!

Always a highlight of my days to see you upload a video, Justin. Been a Darkness fan since Permission to Land released when I was a kid. Got married in October and had many Darkness songs on our wedding party playlist 🤘 Massive love to you and your family from the South West of England ❤️

If Axl has time to rest his voice, he’s still capable of absolutely killing it

My new favourite channel I can’t stop watching you Justin .. brilliant abd so funny ❤😂

Loved this. Axl is true legend. Love your appreciation of this performance.

When you’ve had arguably the best voice is rock, a few percent off his best will show a bit but who cares, it’s Axl f’ing Rose! Him and the rest of G&R are absolute legends and I’d take them at 95% of their best over almost anyone

I saw them twice on the Not In This Lifetime Tour, and I gotta say, I was shocked how good Axl actually sounded - like he'd been working to get his 'voice' back. Songs like Mr. Browstone were just about perfect.

Your humor cracks me up so much!!! I love it! :)

You know what Justin, you talk a lot of sense in a very complimentary way, love you😊 you're awesome ❤

Saw Axl 2 times in 2016 and 2019 on the Guns N Roses tours. And I have to say this, in the higher register stuff he does get the Mickey Mouse voice going. But it isn’t anywhere near as bad as the KZfaq videos you see where it just sound horrible. With the lower register stuff he still has the amazing power behind his voice and I think the criticism he has been getting the past 4 years is not as warranted to the extent it has been. He has lost power in the higher register but man, when they decide to record a new album that isn’t just never used vocal tracks I think Axl will shine if the songs are in a lower register I really do. Because he is absolutely incredible.

These vids are always so insightful and entertaining. An inside-baseball look at rock/music from an all-star himself. Consistently awesome Justin.

Came across some clips on your IG account, had to come check you out on KZfaq. Loving your videos.

Carrie Underwood performed with Guns n Roses again 2 nights in a row in London. The seconded night she sang lead vocals on Paradise City and Sweet Child O Mine. She sounded amazing. Axl said she saved his ass! lol

I'd love to see Hawkins look back at some of his old music and analyse it how he does with others - would be interesting to see what he says!

This channel gets better and better

I found you on Sam Ryder’s page!!! I was so obsessed with you in your 80’s/90’s !!! I played it on repeat constantly! I am following you now that I know what your name is, lol!

Just discovered this hidden little gem of a channel, the intros are class, this one was top tier 😂!

Legend. Was absolutely insane when he was younger. But isn't that what you want in a young rockstar?

It's so easy (ugh) to point out the flaws in his performance. This was a refreshing take. Nice one, Justin.

i saw them a few years back in Montreal. he was a bit all over the map in the first few songs but he was belting it and nailing it after 3 tracks. he got better as the show went on and they played for 2 and a half hours. incredible

Your page is joyful JH! 💛

Saw GNR in 2011, 2016 and 2018. Each time they played well over 2 and a half hours and the shows were a musical onslaught. Some of the best live shows I’ve ever seen.

Saw Guns n Roses on Sunday 5th June in Seville and they were absolutely superb! Axl has.lost a lot of weight and gave a brilliant performance, as did Slash and the rest of the band. Absolutely fantastic night!

You're channel is what I imagine hanging out with an old rock star in their apartment is like. Thanks for the work.

You doing the spitting coffee out gag had me cacking up. Nice.

It’s fascinating to hear how you describe music and a bands sound. I’m a hobby player and only been in amateur bands. Anyone that can publicly bare their soul is a brave person. People that are negative about artists, should have a go.

Saw the Gunners in Vancouver 5 years ago. Absolutely amazing show. Long set, huge solos, true professionals. Just a great experience.

Honestly you yourself are amazing an singer. I hear so much Freddy in your voice. Damn versatile. I think I hold way too much expectations when it comes to Axl considering I grew up with them and saw them many times since Dec 91 at msg.

love you Justin!!!!

God, I love this guy. I missed out on The Darkness though I was aware. Too involved with my own work to care to my loss. Justin Hawkins is just incredible. Wish I had the pleasure to have crossed paths in the rock journey.

It's so great to see Axl back in top form. He looked he was having a blast, too! Well done as usual Justin👍🎸

Hey hey 1st of all I love the darkness you are an amazing vocalist I never knew you were an actual rose van but I am like the biggest die hard Axl fan! So now I like you even more. Thank you for giving props where it's due concerning axl. You're right people are very hard on him and hold him to almost and unrealistically high standard.He has 1 of the most distinct unique incredible voices in the industry I can't even compare him to anybody as far as vocal range. Anyhow I love your videos keep making more

I really like your videos. I've watched a few of them now and just subscribed. Why? A few reasons. 1) you know music from a technical standpoint. You are not just listening and saying "That was a banger". 2) (also ties in to #1) you tell us what you listen for with specific instruments going on. You acknowledged the difference with the drums here and Addler. 3) With this video and your other videos I watched, you have an opinion on why they sound like they do, both physically and psychologically. 4) I love the short anecdotes you include. It is just the right amount of personal stories that is interesting and not overbearing. 5) I love the shades up and down. You know when to look at the audience and when shades are appropriate. Love them. Overall, I love the analysis, and your delivery is very entertaining. This has been my critique that no one has asked for. This is KZfaq.

I've recently discovered your channel and I'm already hooked. You have a swagger and casual intelligence regarding all things music that I'm just absolutely enthralled with. I concede that I'm late to the game here Mr. Hawkins, but you're an utter gem of a man. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.

The solo for this song has been my favorite solo of all time since first hearing it. Not just the main solo. This song basically has a solo going through the entire song. It makes the song what it is. It is like it's own entity that gives the song life all the way through. Very few songs even have anything like that.

I was a late comer to the Justin Hawkins party, so it's been a real treat making up for lost time. AND HES A HABS FAN!!!

This channel is delightful

Seen him yesterday in Prague, got tickets for Munich and Hannover, really still one of the best bands out there.. Played for 3 hours straight without a break and although the start wasnt really smooth the performance was absolutely awesome after some minutes...

Justin, I originally posted a rude indictment of Axl’s effort but, after viewing your positive interpretation I am forced to reconsider. It’s Axl Rose and he hit the stage on time and sang live, unadjusted. Bravo.

I was fortunate enough to see Axl perform with AC/DC and was sceptical (as I imagine many where) because of his antics in the past, would he turn up late? Would he walk off stage early? Would there be any issues. I am happy to say not only was his attitude and behaviour flawless he (and I had already high expectations) exceeded my expectations with his performance. Absolutely NAILED the show!!!

OMG!! I love your channel! 😃

I was on GnR concert yesterday in Stavanger in Norway, and i just can say that it was amazing..Great sounds and performance..Both Axl and Slash are almost samme kevel as they were in 90s..So it was fantastic to se them again..I really enjoyed..Thank you Guns n Roses !!!

I love the build up in this video, (In all of Justin's videos really). Just when you think we're about to hear Axl belt it, Justin chimes in with more awesome commentary 🤘 By the way, my name is also Justin, so it's incredibly awkward typing our name. Makes me feel like I'm talking in the 3rd person 😂

So glad I found this...awesome

Justin , You are so funny!! A joy to watch.

60 years old. That's crazy. I started listening to GnR when I was 8. On cassette. They were a little bit scary to me at the time but I loved them.

Saw him yesterday in Dublin, he was absolutely brilliant, I thought he was gonna sound like he did back in Brazil but noooo dude, he was and always will be GREAT! ❤️

Jussie, I just love your clothing choices like the gorgeous white leather jacket you’re wearing in this video! I’ve been working my way through your backlog of videos and I’ve never seen you wear anything twice!!! If there’s an old jacket you’re sick of, please send it my way so I can try and look as cool rocking it like you!!!

I've got tickets for you guys next week in Brisbane and Guns N Roses a few weeks later. This seemed like a good video to rewatch... can't wait for both! "Giving it the Axl" made me laugh... I've often imitated that dance and my missus calls it "Old snake hips!" :-D Love your work, Mr H

I saw Guns 'n Roses play in 2017. The put on a phenomenal performance playing a three hour show. They even started promptly even without an opening act.

I was devastated when Axl got announced for Brian’s replacement for Acca but fair fks to him he was truly professional for the entire time and absolutely nailed most of the songs and the ones he didn’t he was giving 110%. Artists who have given soo much to the world deserve the support in their later years IMO, if they wanna crack on performing doing what they love even though they are no longer in the prime, who are we to tell them no. Paul McCartney is about 108 years old but if was being rolled out in a wheelchair bearly able to sing I would still go watch him because he’s given so much musical loveliness over the years.

You giving me Sir Bedevere vibes with every flick of those glasses and I love it! lol

On the topic of ‘note for note’ covers, I saw you play Sweet Child O Mine with the SAS Band, and you were superb! 👌

Axl is great, he’s not what he used to be, but he’s still a legend and he’s trying his hardest, his voice isn’t what it once was but after singing some of the notes he did it happens, he still can put on a hell of a show

As for Axl Rose, he is a musical prodigy in my book! Thank you for showcasing the other musicians!

This was phenomenal brother 👏 🙌

You're hilarious! Thanks! 🤣 Need a laugh badly!

I’ve just been to see them in London and They were absolutely fantastic. I really don’t know what all this BS is lately about Axl,s voice he’s 60 year old ffs, the blokes a legend. Do people really think he’s gonna look and sound exactly the same as he did in the 90,s. It was a dream come true seeing the greatest rock band in the world. I’m just glad there all still alive and rocking it. So many of the great ones are not with us anymore. Enjoy them when there still here

I saw Guns n' Roses a couple of years ago on their Not In This Lifetime tour - BLOWN AWAY. Including Axl's vocals. Unless something drastic has happened since then, there's no reason AT ALL to pack it in, he was frigging amazing.

I LOVE the production of those 80'ses G&R mega tunes. Stunning - and I loved how you describeded that haunting ever-young Slash intro as "Posh". Amazing pitch from Axl; It's normal to have to drop at least a semi-tone in register by this age. ahhh.Rock. ahhh.Axl.

Hi Justin.....not sure if you'll read this but my 6 year old daughter was captivated by your performance at steelhouse last year and your her continuous inspirational to learn guitar.....we are at gone wild exeter this year so if you see a little girl on somenones shoulders near the front a second of interaction would mean the world to her...you are her rock god.ATB Shane🤘

He's killed it over the past 6 years, however, 2016 was very much Axl at the top of his game, fronting two juggernauts and hearing the AC/DC tunes, in standard tuning, with Axl singing with a vintage growl was immense to hear in person. My two pence, GNR's best album is Chinese Democracy and features the greatest vocals Axl has ever recorded. FYI Justin, Guns N' Roses played Walk All Over You last night. Give it a listen!

Axl was, is and will always be my absolute hero. I love everything about him, even the stuff people use to criticise him with. For me, he is a God.

I love you Justin and share some of the same struggles that you went through so you somebody I respect and look up to. I haven't been able to get a handle on it yet. Anyways , just want to say thanks cuz I was having a shit day until 6:14 when you said"'glasses down"'

Good Lord it took forever to get finally get to Axl Rose. I don't think I'm ever going to listen to one of your videos ever again

Honestly, we don't care how some of his sounds sound, he is such an amazing performer and a legend, I will continue going to see their concerts 👏👏😎🤘🤘🤘❤️🌹🌹

Izzy wrote the best songs and was the heart of the band. His departure was the death. Steven's drumming was chaotic to match their style, versus Sorum who is a metronome. Izzy was the key to the whole thing.

I was there in Imola. And you guys were just brilliant Regards