Nikki Sixx Reveals Juicy Details: Motley Crue Attempted Epic Tour with Guns N’ Roses!
Nikki Sixx, the iconic bassist of Motley Crue, teased fans with the possibility of a joint tour with Guns N’ Roses in a recent social media post. This exciting prospect, however, did not come to fruition, at least for the time being. The tantalizing idea of seeing these two legendary bands share the stage once again ignited the rock world, stirring up memories of their past connections and conflicts.
Motley Crue and Guns N’ Roses crossed paths early in their careers, with Guns N’ Roses opening for Motley Crue during the latter’s tour supporting their debut album “Too Fast for Love” in 1981. Despite their shared roots in Los Angeles, tensions between the bands arose due to personal disagreements, such as a feud between Izzy Stradlin and Vince Neil. Over three decades have passed since those turbulent times, and it appears that both groups have mended fences to a certain extent.
The music landscape shifted dramatically when Slash and Duff McKagan rejoined Guns N’ Roses in 2016, while Motley Crue emerged from retirement to embark on a tour with Def Leppard in 2022. With both bands experiencing resurgences in their careers, the stars seemed aligned for a monumental joint tour.
In a candid Q+A session on social media, Sixx hinted at the missed opportunity for a Motley Crue and Guns N’ Roses tour in 2025. Expressing regret over the failed venture, he acknowledged the potential for an epic collaboration in the future. This revelation sparked excitement among fans, reigniting hopes for a powerhouse tour that could shake the foundations of rock music.
Interestingly, Sixx had previously expressed his admiration for Guns N’ Roses during a Q+A session in July of 2023, declaring that a joint tour with them would “destroy the world.” The mutual respect and admiration between the band members hint at the possibility of a future collaboration that could transcend the boundaries of rock music.
While fans eagerly anticipate the prospect of a Motley Crue and Guns N’ Roses tour, the latter band announced a break in 2024. After consistently performing since their reunion in 2016, Guns N’ Roses will be taking a hiatus this year. Slash, on the other hand, is set to embark on a series of tours with Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators, as well as promote his upcoming blues album “Orgy of the Damned.” The uncertainty surrounding Guns N’ Roses’ return in 2025 adds an air of mystery to the potential reunion with Motley Crue.
As the rock world buzzes with anticipation and speculation, the allure of a Motley Crue and Guns N’ Roses tour remains a tantalizing possibility. Whether destiny will bring these iconic bands together on stage once again, only time will tell. For now, fans can only dream of the electrifying experience that such a collaboration would bring, igniting the flames of rock ‘n’ roll passion once more.
