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The Chaos Behind Izzy Stradlin's 1993 Return to GNR

You probably saw that picture of the bootleg CD cover "Welcome Back, IZZY!". Well, it wasn’t just a random happy reunion. In fact, it led to one of the biggest dramas in Guns N' Roses history, and the story is absolute chaos.

It all started in April 1993. Gilby Clarke, who had replaced Izzy on rhythm guitar in 1991, suffered a bad motorcycle accident and broke his left wrist. He needed immediate surgery to install plates and pins. With a massive tour of stadiums across Europe and the Middle East about to start, the band had no choice but to find a replacement.

That's when Axl Rose called Izzy Stradlin back. Izzy agreed and played five specific shows in May 1993, which is what the "Welcome Back" album captures. It seemed like the original magic was back, but the tension was building.

After a show in Vienna, Izzy did the unexpected: he left the band again—completely abruptly.

This forced GNR to cancel multiple shows, causing a huge financial loss. Axl Rose was furious. According to reports from fan clubs, this was the final straw. At the very next show in Nijmegen, Netherlands, Axl began a public feud. He started dedicating the song "Double Talkin' Jive" to Izzy at every performance.

The phrase was perfect for his frustration—referring to someone who is a "bullshitter," who says one thing and does another, and in summary, is completely unreliable. In some shows, Axl's rants against his former best friend got incredibly harsh, using terms like "homefuck" to describe him.

Despite the very public conflict in 1993, the two eventually reconnected. In 1995, they were talking again, and Izzy even sent new material for Axl to consider for the band. But the 1993 tour reunion is still remembered as one of the craziest, messiest moments in their history.

P.S.: Guys, I found this information while browsing through Facebook and really wanted to share it with you. As I mentioned in the text above, this "Welcome Back, Izzy!" CD cover circulating online doesn't actually exist officially; it was created by fans (a bootleg "edit"). But oh my God, Izzy!!! The real story behind these photos is way more chaotic than we can imagine. It’s surreal to think about how it all went down and how intense their relationship truly was.

It's crazy how a fan-made cover can feel so real when the history behind it is this heavy! 🌹

[iu5edtol0v3her]

Michael Monroe imitating Axl Rose

[iluvaxlrose]

For me ??🫦😋🫦😋

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[s2ckmylips]

I love this trend LMAO

I was at the upper seats and still did the same, fuck it, we never know 😂

[dickstrangler445]

[axl-rose-lover-1987]

“Our secret is out”

Axl Rose x reader

Year: 1989

You were peacefully sleeping in the hotel room bed next to your boyfriend Axl and everything was perfect you and Axl had been together for about 3 months now and you had decided to come on tour with him. You really enjoyed it but being in public a lot made it very hard to keep you and Axls relationship private. You had started an acting career in LA before you met Axl and we’re pretty well known and privacy was very important to you and him so really the only people who knew you guys were dating was the band and their managers who helped make sure you had access to front row seats and backstage. You and Axl laid there exhausted from all the bustle of touring and Axl really needed to rest and was passed out. Then the phone rang. You ignored it it woke you up a little but Axl seemed unfazed it was probably just slash or Duff still up and calling to ask if they could raid your guys mini fridge But the phone kept ringing and Axl was definitely awake now. “Ughhh” you said rolling over to pick up the phone off your nightstand “Hello” you said yawning and barely awake “Hi is this Axl Roses room?” Normally you would say no but you were worried it could be important so you said yes. The voice on the other line definitely was a man’s and he seemed very perky for this early in the morning “ Ok” The man said. “Can I speak to him?” “Um” you said looking over at Axl you had sandwiched his head between two pillows to tune out the talking “Who are you again?” You said in a very tired and confused tone. “I’m Howard Stern from the radio show I have a few questions I’d like to ask Axl can I please talk to him” the voice answered back. You rolled your eyes to that response knowing the last thing Axl wanted to do was press. “Wait a minute” Howard said into the phone “who are you? You sound like a girl are you one of Axls one night stands?” “What’s he like tell us” Howard said. And with that you set the phone down on the bed not wanting to answer any of Howard’s questions and let him talk to himself for a few mins. “Babe?” you said to Axl leaning over to see his face. His eyes fluttered open. “Yeah” he said his voice even deeper than usual because he had just woken up. “Howard Stern is on the phone he wants to ask you some questions and now he wants to know who I am too” you said to Axl who looked confused trying to process what you had just said due to his tired state. “Oh my god” Axl said “ The fuck does the prick want gimme the phone” Axl said sitting up. You handed him the phone and he put his ear up to it and you leaned close to him so you could hear what Howard was saying. “Hello” Axl said in a tired annoyed tone. “Axl? Is that you man?” You could hear Howard say on the other line. “Yo it’s me.” Axl said rubbing his eyes. “Axl dude what’s up your on tour some chick just answered the phone for you your living the life man” Howard said you rolled your eyes and giggled a little. Axl shook his head and smiled. “Yeah man it’s great I love it.” Axl said. “So who is the chick though Ax is she hot?” “Shes gotta be hot she’s with Axl Rose for gods sake.” Howard said. “Oh yeah man she’s the hottest.” Axl said looking down at you who was dying laughing because of these ridiculous questions. Axl tried to direct the conversation away from you though he really was trying hard to not blow the cover of you being his girlfriend. So Howard continued to ask him questions about any new albums coming out and how touring was and how the band was and blah blah. Howard was still talking when Axl said “Hey y/n can you grab me some water babe.” Then Axl stopped realizing what he did. “ Your dating y/n?” Howard said. “I thought she was just a groupie do you have a real girlfriend Axl?” Howard said in a very excited voice. “Shit” you said. “Is she that new actress y/n l/n?” Howard asked. Axl smiled and looked at you with a we’re screwed look on his face. “Well looks like our secret is out sugar.” Axl said smiling at you.

[strangerturner]

​Today I’m wishing a very happy birthday to @juliannas-wild-oats​!! I love your blog so much, you always make me laugh and smile while I read your hilarious tags. I hope you have a nice day and that someday you’ll meet Izzy, thank you for existing!!