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At the 2026 Grammy Awards, Post Malone joined Slash, Duff McKagan, Chad Smith and producer Andrew Watt to perform a War Pigs tribute for Ozzy Osbourne during the In Memoriam segment; Osbourne, who died in July 2025 from a heart attack amid CAD and Parkinson's disease, was mourned by family and friends as Grammys honored music legends.
Guitarist Slash is producing a new 'requel' of the 1983 cult film Deathstalker, inspired by his nostalgia for low-budget fantasy movies, with a focus on practical effects and a passion for the genre, marking his expanding career into film production.
Guns N' Roses members Slash and Duff McKagan have teamed up with Gibson CEO Cesar Gueikian to release a charity single titled "I Can Breathe" under the name Gibson Band. The track, featuring McKagan on vocals and Slash on lead guitar, aims to raise funds for the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The single's artwork, created by Serj Tankian, will be auctioned alongside a signed Gibson guitar. The collaboration highlights the band's commitment to mental health awareness and showcases a progressive rock influence.
Ryan Gosling delivered an exuberant performance of "I'm Just Ken" from the movie "Barbie" at the Oscars, wearing a sparkling pink suit and cowboy hat, and accompanied by a group of besuited Ken dancers including fellow movie Kens Simu Liu, Kingsley Ben-Adir, Ncuti Gatwa, and Scott Evans. Mark Ronson joined him onstage, and Slash of Guns N’ Roses made a cameo on guitar. The performance featured a singalong with Margot Robbie, Greta Gerwig, America Ferrera, and Emma Stone, and was described as an "absolutely bananas spectacle" by Ronson.
Jason Momoa revealed that his portrayal of Aquaman was influenced by rock legend Slash, and he discussed his admiration for the musician during an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live while promoting his new series, On the Roam. Momoa also shared his excitement about featuring Slash in the show and his nervousness about interviewing him for the first time. Additionally, he expressed his love for Metallica and how he secured their song for the series, clarifying his admiration for Slash as a single guitar player and for Metallica as a group.
Duff McKagan, bassist of Guns N' Roses, praised the band's reunion tour and the musical relationship between members Axl Rose, Slash, and himself. McKagan described Axl Rose as a "f***ing master" and expressed his fulfillment in being part of the band. The tour, which began in 2016, has exceeded expectations and continues to be successful. Guns N' Roses will conclude their U.S. tour with two shows at the Hollywood Bowl in November, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Los Angeles County Parks Foundation.
A guitar signed by rock legend Slash was stolen from a home in Belton, South Carolina. The Green Gibson Custom Shop Slash Anaconda Burst Les Paul Guitar, numbered 3 out of 25, was taken on September 21. The Anderson County Sheriff's Office is asking for anyone with information to contact them.
Demi Lovato is set to release a 10-track album titled "Revamped," featuring rock reimaginings of their pop hits. The album will include previously released reimaginings of songs like "Cool for the Summer" and "Heart Attack," as well as new versions of "Tell Me You Love Me" and "Give Your Heart a Break." Lovato collaborated with Slash on a rock version of "Sorry Not Sorry," which will be released alongside the album. Lovato is also working on a new album and a documentary exploring the lives of Hollywood actors and celebrities.
Ryan Gosling showcases his singing skills in a melodramatic rock ballad titled "I'm Just Ken" for Greta Gerwig's upcoming Barbie film, featuring Slash on guitar. The song explores Ken's struggle to define his identity as he laments being overshadowed by Barbie. The star-studded Barbie soundtrack also includes collaborations with Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice, PinkPantheress, Karol G, and Dua Lipa.
Guns N' Roses played a headlining set at Glastonbury Festival, with Dave Grohl joining them on stage for the final song, "Paradise City." While the show received mixed reviews, Grohl's appearance was largely seen as a highlight. A new photo of Axl Rose and Slash in the studio has also sparked speculation about new GN'R music. Foo Fighters, led by Grohl, also played a surprise set at Glastonbury.
ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons, Warren Haynes, and Guns N' Roses' Slash team up for a super-sized Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute at the CMT Music Awards, joined by Cody Johnson, Chuck Leavell, Paul Rodgers, Wynonna Judd, and Leann Rimes. The performance celebrates 50 years of Skynyrd's debut album and commemorates the death of guitarist Gary Rossington. Johnson and Rodgers share lead vocals on to-be-announced Skynyrd favorites, while Rodgers pays tribute to his late friend Rossington. The performance promises a powerful sound and airs live on CBS and Paramount+ on Sunday.