**Axl Rose Officially Announces Long-Awaited Reunion Concert with Guns N’ Roses: A Monumental Return to Rock Glory**
In a stunning revelation that has electrified the global rock community, **Axl Rose has officially announced a full-scale reunion concert with Guns N’ Roses**, marking the band’s most significant live event in over a decade. The announcement came early this morning via the band’s verified social media channels and website, sending shockwaves through fans and the music industry alike.
Set to take place on **October 18, 2025**, at the historic **Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California**, the reunion concert will feature the **classic lineup**—Axl Rose, Slash, Duff McKagan, and, for the first time in over 25 years, rhythm guitarist **Izzy Stradlin** and drummer **Steven Adler**.
### A Moment Decades in the Making
“This is something we’ve been talking about quietly for a long time,” Axl said in a brief press statement. “The timing finally feels right, and we want to give the fans the kind of experience they’ve been dreaming of. This isn’t just a show—it’s a celebration of everything Guns N’ Roses has meant for generations.”
While Axl, Slash, and Duff have toured together since their partial reunion in 2016, **this will be the first time the full original lineup** has taken the stage together since the early 1990s. The last show featuring Axl, Slash, Izzy, Duff, and Adler dates back to 1990, before internal tensions fractured the group.
### Tickets, Tour Rumors, and More
The Rose Bowl concert will be a **one-night-only event**, but insiders report that depending on its success, a **world tour** may follow in 2026. Tickets for the reunion show will go on sale Friday, with early access granted to long-time fan club members.
VIP packages, which include meet-and-greets, soundcheck access, and limited-edition merchandise, are expected to sell out within minutes.
### Setlist Expectations and New Music?
While no official setlist has been released, fans can expect a sweeping catalog of hits, including “Sweet Child O’ Mine,” “Paradise City,” “Welcome to the Jungle,” “November Rain,” and “Patience.” There is also heavy speculation that the band may debut **new material**, potentially from a **rumored upcoming album**.
In a recent interview, Slash hinted that “some fresh stuff has been worked on,” though no formal announcement has been made about a release date.
### Industry Reactions
Music icons and industry veterans have already begun celebrating the news. Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl called it “a generational moment in rock,” while Metallica’s Lars Ulrich posted, “The kings are back—get ready.”
Social media exploded within minutes of the announcement, with hashtags like **#GunsNRosesReunion** and **#AxlIsBack** trending worldwide.
### A Legacy Reignited
The upcoming reunion concert doesn’t just promise a night of nostalgia—it represents the healing of old wounds, the revival of a cultural force, and the continuation of a legacy that has defined rock music for over 35 years.
As the world prepares to watch Axl Rose and Guns N’ Roses take the stage once again—this time united and ready—the countdown to October has begun.
