well all I have to say about this whole thread:

I can understand people bashing Slash, even though I love the guy, but his departure from GNR wasn't as smooth as possible, so to say.
But what do you have against Gilby? "He was just a hired gun, fuck him, he should shut up, he is not a songwriter, he is not allowed to have an opinion"
um... guys. Look at yourself. If Gilby is not allowed to have an opinion (which was pretty harmless, he gave his thoughts without any bad taste in the mouth) then who on this board is?
Bunch of idiots. Grow up... "It's only rock n roll." don't get your agression out on internet forums, get in a bar fight or something instead, that would be better for everyone (except you).