Why the GN’R camp are silent about the recent leak.

[Pygmy]

Fans,

I wouldn't normally post on a forum like this, but I thought the fans deserved some form of communication on this subject.

It isn't my place to tell you this but I wanted to, no make that needed to.

GN'R and all parties involved in the release of Chinese Democracy are silent because Harmonix have exclusivity deals relating to Shackler's Revenge. Any comment/confirmation of the supposed leaking of this song would in no way benefit any of the parties involved. Period.

Harmonix have a lot riding on Rock Band 2 and having the first official release of GN'R since November of 1999 is a big selling point. If GN'R confirms or denies the leak they will directly and negatively impact profitability of Rock Band 2 and the integrity of the contract they've signed with Harmonix. Having already partially profited from the deal with Harmonix, it would be inappropriate to potentially harm sales of the game by confirming that a free leaked version could be obtained from the internet. Keep in mind, Harmonix have worked very hard to keep up their end of the deal.

So whether to address the recent leak, and identify if it is or isn't Shackler's Revenge... simple solution: pre-order Rock Band 2, and you'll be the first person guaranteed to have a finished, polished version of the song Axl intended for you to hear as an introduction to the imminent release of Chinese Democracy.

Sit tight, I think to will all be pleasantly surprised in the coming months.

[Chase the Ace]

Expect something soon. Axl is on vacation, I hear.

[_Iamlewis]

Hasn't the GNR camp been silent for most of the leaks anyway, or have I missed something?

[Boulder Man]

Hasn't the GNR camp been silent for most of the leaks anyway, or have I missed something?

Officially but at certain times certain bumblefoots would say whether the version was old or new etc. which just showed that at the very least the band were aware of the situation. Also Axl commented live on the better leak and dizzy commented officially on pitmans supposed remiix...which I love

[regibold]

I hope we're pleasantly surprised with the DAMN ALBUM. After hearing the 40 minute interview with a certain someone, I can only say I wholly agree with him when he said "If you find something, don't want it leak it yourself, send it to me and I'll do the dirty work". "I say leak and share whatever you find, the songs need to be heard".   

[zombux]

Officially but at certain times certain bumblefoots would say whether the version was old or new etc. which just showed that at the very least the band were aware of the situation. Also Axl commented live on the better leak and dizzy commented officially on pitmans supposed remiix...which I love

Bumblefoot is absolutely silent about the recent leak - that might mean something

[anythinggoes]

Bumblefoot is absolutely silent about the recent leak - that might mean something

Maybe he is Busy with the Concert and Promotion

[nikrat]

any ideas of who pygmy is? (Assuming he won't out himself)

Harmonix or GnR camp?

If the song is Shackler's then maybe Harmonix want to distance themselves from the leak?

[anythinggoes]

any ideas of who pygmy is? (Assuming he won't out himself)

Harmonix or GnR camp?

If the song is Shackler's then maybe Harmonix want to distance themselves from the leak?

Could be neither as there is no way to check unfortantly, but whether or not they are real they fo raise a good point

[zombux]

Maybe he is Busy with the Concert and Promotion

yeah, maybe. but he always answers fans' emails about everything, he even talks on his forum about stuff, but seems he's ignoring this. I know he must feel terrible.

[nikrat]

True - some more succinct points than we have had sometimes lol

[Boulder Man]

any ideas of who pygmy is? (Assuming he won't out himself)

Harmonix or GnR camp?

If the song is Shackler's then maybe Harmonix want to distance themselves from the leak?

Does it matter? Could be Axl rose.. The mis spelling would point to maybe Fernando He's def gnr camp by the way he writes he talks in a manner that would make it seem hes gnr. Actually wouldn't suprise me if it was Azoff!!! Also its even more likely its just another person pretending to be an insider! Dooesn't really matter. What he says is 100% plausible and it wold explain the shit storm at myygnr earlier in the week. It would explain why gnr didn't take any actions aside from targeting the leakers themselves (anti quiet, msl, portugal ring) for most leaks then hit the roof over this current leak.

Whoever this guy is -and hes probably just another fan- I'm inclined to believee this story

Notice how the post is done like a letter it is addressed to the Fans.....???

[VanOwen1]

Considering that the alleged "Shackler's Revenge" which leaked was filed under the name "Chicken Dinner" only helps to support the theory that GnR are trying to distance themselves from this leak.... Any other thoughts?

[Randy Jesus]

Doesn't sound like anyone representing Rock Band 2. Maybe a GNR representative from Azoff?