Today in his blog in the Seattle Weekly, Duff McKagan briefly talks about the supposed Jane’s Addiction / Guns N’ Roses rivalry, and a few songs from Jane’s back catalog. The two band’s history is a long one, coming up at the same time in different parts of the L.A. club scene. Dave Navarro even recently talked about being asked to join GNR back in late 1991, and then worked with the band for their song Oh My God! Duff’s article is a short but sweet read and you can check it out at the above link or after the jump.
Tonight on his Dark Matter show Dave Navarro confirmed what’s been the worst kept secret. Duff McKagan is now a member of Jane’s Addiction. Duff is taking over on bass for the recently departed Eric Avery.
I know it’s not news but I’d like to welcome Duff to the fold. I wish him every success as he and the band continue to work on new music. I’d also like to take a moment to wish Eric the best. I know there are fans out there that are bummed about Eric leaving but as I told Dave on his show I’m an optimist. The way things worked out we not only have new Jane’s music to look forward to but I imagine Eric will be putting out some new music as well.
I have no idea when it will happen but Dave usually puts a podcast of his Dark Matter show up on his site. So if you missed tonight’s show keep an eye out over at Dave’s site for the podcast. http://6767.com/
Last night at Perry Farrell’s fifty-first Birthday celebration a re-tooled Jane’s Addiction took the stage with bassist Duff McKagan. The show at Les Deux marks the first public performance by the band since Duff entered the fray.
I’m uncertain of the set or set time but the band definitely played a cover of Led Zeppelin’s Whole Lotta Love. Dave Navarro wanting the proper tone I presume, can be seen playing a Les Paul in the following photos.
Thanks go out to Todd Newman for tweeting these pics.
I was told last week by Perry that writing and work would be in full effect starting this week. Today both Perry and Dave made it official via Twitter. Jane’s Addiction have begun work on a new album.
From Perry:
Today the first day of writing for Jane’s. We are meeting up in the city weekdays. Today’s my first drive. I love LA, but it’s roads agony.
From Dave:
http://twitpic.com/1968rn – Jane’s Rehearsal Space
Jane's Rehearsal Space
If you’re signed up at janesaddiction.com then you should have received an email this morning informing you about this show. It will be Jane’s Addiction without NIN in Columbus, OH.
Friday, May 29th, 2009 – Columbus, OH [Lifestyle Communities Pavilion]
Pre-sale Starts: Tuesday, April 14st @ 1:00 PM (local venue time)
Public On-sale Starts: Thursday, April 16th @ 6:00 PM (local venue time)
Tickets will be on sale to the general public on Friday, April 17th at 10:00 AM (local venue time).
Perry will be at the Mirage in Las Vegas on April 11th to celebrate his 50th birthday. Perry will have a who’s who of current and former band mates as well as several friends to help him mark the occasion.
Guests include:
DAVE NAVARRO // Jane’s Addiction
ERIC AVERY // Jane’s Addiction
STEPHEN PERKINS // Jane’s Addiction
MARTYN LENOBLE // Porno for Pyros
PETER DISTEFANO // Porno for Pyros
SLASH // Velvet Revolver
BILLY IDOL
TOM MORELLO // Rage Against the Machine
MATT SORUM // The Cult
BILLY MORRISON // The Cult
DONOVAN LEITCH JR.
MARK MCGRATH
ETTY FARRELL
SEN DOG // Cypress Hill
BOBO // Cypress Hill
MICKEY AVALON
JULIETTE LEWIS
and many more of Perry’s pals
For ticket information call 800.963.9634 or 702.792.7777 or visit the Mirage website.
Here’s a fresh date to add to your summer plans. Jane’s Addiction will play the City Stages festival in Birmingham, AL on June 21st. For details visit the City Stages site.