Axl Rose’s Vocal Transformation Wins Over Fans
The iconic rock group Guns n’ Roses has been making headlines recently with their ongoing tour, which kicked off in early May and has seen the band perform in Asia, with upcoming shows in the UK and the US. The band, known for their electrifying rock riffs and Axl Rose’s distinctive high-pitched vocals, has undergone a significant change in their sound, with fans taking notice of Rose’s altered vocal style.
According to The Express, fans were pleasantly surprised by the modifications Rose has made to his voice, which no longer seems capable of reaching the soaring highs of the 1980s. A clip from a recent Guns n’ Roses performance in Bangkok, Thailand, was shared on TikTok and has since gone viral, showcasing Rose’s new vocal range. The footage revealed Rose sporting a markedly different voice compared to their studio recordings, with fans expressing their delight at the change.
The band’s last album, ‘Chinese Democracy’, was released in 2008 and reached number three on the US Billboard charts. A rendition of ‘Nightrain’, from their debut album, Appetite for Destruction, has thrilled fans who are delighted to see that the band can still command the stage. As one fan commented on the viral clip, "Wow he actually sounds decent for a change. Auto tune or is he doing something different?" Another fan chimed in with praise, saying, "He sounds so good now."
The mystery behind the vocal transformation of the 63-year-old rocker was unravelled by fans, revealing that Axl Rose may have tweaked his singing style. While the high notes might be a stretch for him these days, his new vocal range has been a hit with listeners. A fan expressed their approval, saying, "He should keep this kind of voice through all the concert." Echoing this sentiment, another suggested, "Should keep singing lower he sounds great, the high notes are a hard listen now."
Further admiration came from a comment stating, "He should perform with this deep voice for ALL of their live songs. He sounds great, and it’s not like it wouldn’t suit their other songs." The rock legends didn’t disappoint during their set in Bangkok, delivering a set brimming with hits from their iconic debut album as well as their latest tunes. The setlist included performances of ‘Welcome to the Jungle’, ‘Bad Obsession’, ‘Mr. Brownstone’, and ‘Live and Let Die’, among others.
As reported by The Express, enthusiastic feedback poured in from fans who believe Rose should stick to a lower pitch when performing. One fan advised, "He really needs to give up the high notes. I really enjoyed the lower tone singing and rolled my eyes on the high point." However, not everyone agreed, with one user defending Rose’s vocal prowess: "I saw him last year, he was amazing. Some of the higher notes he misses but overall he still has it."
The band’s performance in Bangkok was a testament to their enduring legacy, with fans singing along to hits like ‘Sweet Child o’ Mine’, ‘November Rain’, and ‘Paradise City’. As The Express noted, many were overjoyed by the set and say Rose should continue performing, but with a lower vocal register than is usual for the singer. The question remains, will Axl Rose continue to adapt his vocal style for future performances? Only time will tell, but for now, fans are enjoying the new sound.
The full setlist for the Bangkok show is as follows:
- Welcome to the Jungle
- Bad Obsession
- Mr. Brownstone
- Live and Let Die (Wings cover)
- Chinese Democracy
- Coma
- Perhaps
- Double Talkin’ Jive
- It’s So Easy
- Slither (Velvet Revolver cover)
- Estranged
- Better
- Sorry
- You Could Be Mine
- Rocket Queen
- Civil War
- New Rose (The Damned cover)
- Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door (Bob Dylan cover)
- Hard Skool
- Absurd
- Sweet Child o’ Mine
- November Rain
- Nightrain
- Paradise City
Source: The Express – Axl Rose’s vocal transformation wins over fans
