Before the extreme, unpredictable antics of rock ‘n’ roll badboy Axl Rose got too out of control in the 1990s, there was the 1987 album that distinguished Guns N’ Roses as a classic rock band; Appetite for Destruction. The album embodies the band members’ personal takes on the sinfulness and “destruction” that epitomized the L.A. rock ‘n’ roll underground scene in the 1980s.
With hit songs including “Welcome to the Jungle,” “Paradise City” and “Sweet Child o’ Mine,” Appetite for Destruction topped the American Billboard 200 and got the second spot on Guitar World magazine’s the 100 Greatest Guitar Albums of All Time. Backed by the strong guitar solos of Saul “Slash” Hudson and unique vocals provided by Rose, Appetite for Destruction spoke of a world wildly infused with sex, drugs and rock ‘n’ roll. The album has sold over 28 copies worldwide and is certified 18X Platinum in the Unites States. With so much recognition, Guns N’ Roses began to open for legendary bands including Iron Maiden and Kiss. With ever-growing inspiration and fame, Guns N’ Roses embarked on their most ambitious studio undertaking with the Use Your Illusion albums. Such future fame and renown can be attributed back to the genius and success of Appetite for Destruction.
With many band member altercations and eventually a complete breakup, it took Axl Rose 15 years to release a new album under the Guns N’ Roses name, entitled Chinese Democracy. Despite critic success, the album has sold only five million albums worldwide. It won’t be easy for Axl to live up to the brilliance and legend which is Appetite for Destruction.
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