American hard rock band Guns N’ Roses kicked off their South America tour with a spectacular performance at the Arena da Amazônia in Manaus, Brazil, on Thursday, September 1, 2022. The legendary rockers arrived in Manaus from Los Angles on Monday, August 29, and stayed at the Juma Opera Hotel, where hundreds of screaming fans greeted them. The rock n’ roll veterans have employed a Boeing 757-200 aircraft owned by JetMagic, a private charter company based in Malta, for the mega tour aptly titled “Guns N’ Roses Are F’N’ Back!” The tour will take the band across Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Chile, Peru, and Colombia, before heading north to Mexico and then to Asia. GNR also headlined Rock in Rio 2022 on September 8, alongside artists such as Coldplay, Iron Maiden, and Eurovision song contest winners Måneskin. In addition to Manaus, the musicians are set to perform a string of shows in Ribeirão Preto (09/16), Florianópolis (09/18), Curitiba (21/09), São Paulo (24/09), and Porto Alegre (26/09).
Thousands of fans travelled considerable distances to attend the band’s first-ever concert in Manaus, and they were compensated with an unforgettable night. Singer Axl Rose addressed the crowd in English, expressing his delight at performing in Manaus. Guitarist extraordinaire Slash entertained fans with blazing guitar solos and bluesy improvisations, stretching the concert to almost three hours. The setlist included GNR classics such as ‘Sweet child O’ Mine,’ ‘Rocket Queen,’ and ‘Nightrain,’ from the band’s multi-platinum debut album Appetite for Destruction, as well as freshly released numbers like ‘Absurd’ along with renditions of Bob Dylan’s ‘Knocking on Heaven’s Door’ and Velvet Revolver’s ‘Slither.’ The band finished the show with a fiery performance of their popular song “Paradise City,” which caused the audience’s excitement levels to reach new heights.
Fronted by vocalist Axl Rose and lead guitarist Slash, Guns N’ Roses are known for their high-voltage music and raw energy that combines elements of blues, punk rock, and rock n’ roll. The band, founded in 1985 in Los Angeles, California, by Axl Rose and rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin, enjoyed a phenomenal legacy spanning over 40 years. Guns N’ Roses brought a breath of fresh air to the heavy metal music scene in the late 1980s with their innovative sound and energetic live performances. The band caught the attention of Geffen Records in 1986, leading to a monumental record deal that saw the release of the band’s debut album, Appetite for Destruction, in 1987. Featuring Rose’s howling vocals, Slash’s shredding guitar solos, a steady rhythm section, and intricate harmonies, the album sent shockwaves across the music industry.
With over 100 million records distributed globally, Guns N Roses remain one of the music industry’s best-selling artists. The band’s immense popularity is evident through its high merchandise sales. Hardcore fans are constantly on the search for new GNR paraphernalia, which ranges from sweatshirts, hoodies, and jumpers to deluxe edition CDs and vinyl. GNR fans wishing to follow Axl Roses’ Paradise City mantra of “rags to riches” and “fortune and fame” can also do so through NetEnt’s Guns N’ Roses casino slot, radiating the band’s hard rock energy across gaming platforms with some of the best casino bonuses in the UK. Slash has successfully established his reputation as a Guitar Legend and has released an Appetite for Destruction signature guitar series in collaboration with Gibson. He featured prominently on the front cover of the popular video game Guitar Hero.
In 2012, GNR was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for its outstanding contribution to music. Ever since their debut, GNR has steadily risen in popularity, stayed relevant, and inspired a newer generation of musicians. The band’s distinct sound and widespread fan base have ensured its permanent place in the pages of music history.