Guns n' Roses - Appetite for Destruction Nudity BANNED / Censored 12" Vinyl LP Album

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Original album cover for Guns N’ Roses Appetite for Destruction, featuring artwork by Robert Williams. The image depicts a surreal scene with a robotic figure with glowing eyes standing over a woman on the ground, surrounded by scattered debris. Above them, a monstrous, insect-like creature with metallic jaws descends, accompanied by smaller demonic figures. The band’s name is displayed vertically on the left in bold yellow and red, with the album title on the right in the same style.

This is the original album cover of 'Appetite for Destruction' was considered obscene due to a very disturbing picture of an alien and robot rape scene which was the original graphics for the for the cover of Guns N' Roses' debut album. Itwas a Robert Williams painting of a robot rapist about to be punished by a metal avenger. It was deemed too controversial and was changed to the now famous cross and skulls design.

Robert Williams is an American painter and a founding member of the underground comix movement. He is known for his bold, graphic style and his incorporation of humor and satire into his works, often commenting on American popular culture. His painting "Appetite for Destruction" was used as the original album cover for the Guns N' Roses album of the same name.

Guns n' Roses - Appetite for Destruction Nudity BANNED / Censored Cover

Album Description:

The Guns and Roses first album, Appetite for Destruction was released on July 21, 1987. In the US, "Welcome to the Jungle" was issued as its first single with an accompanying music video.

The album cover was considered obscene due to a very disturbing picture of an alien and robot rape scene which was the original graphics for the for the cover of Guns N' Roses' debut album. In the end it was decided to use a completely different image, although this picture did still appear on the inside sleeve of the album.

Guns N' Roses' debut album "Appetite for Destruction" was released in 1987 and quickly became a classic in the world of hard rock and heavy metal. The album showcased the band's raw and aggressive sound, combined with the poetic and introspective lyrics of lead singer Axl Rose. With hit songs like "Welcome to the Jungle," "Sweet Child o' Mine," and "Paradise City," "Appetite for Destruction" propelled Guns N' Roses to international fame and established them as one of the most important bands of the late 1980s.

"Guns N' Roses" was formed in 1985 in Los Angeles, California, by lead singer Axl Rose, lead guitarist Slash, rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin, bassist Duff McKagan, and drummer Steven Adler. The band quickly gained a reputation for their hard-hitting live shows and their mix of heavy metal, punk, and blues influences. In 1986, they signed a record deal with Geffen Records and began recording their debut album.

"Appetite for Destruction" is a raw and gritty album that captures the energy and spirit of the band's early live shows. The album's themes are largely focused on the struggles of life in the big city, with songs about drugs, sex, violence, and the dark side of the American dream. However, the album also contains moments of introspection and vulnerability, particularly in songs like "Sweet Child o' Mine" and "Rocket Queen," which showcase Axl Rose's sensitive and poetic side.

The album opens with the hard-hitting "Welcome to the Jungle," a song that sets the tone for the rest of the album with its aggressive guitar riffs and Axl Rose's snarling vocals. Other standout tracks include "Mr. Brownstone," a song about the band's struggles with heroin addiction; "It's So Easy," a raunchy ode to sex and partying; and "Paradise City," an epic anthem about chasing one's dreams in the big city.

"Appetite for Destruction" was a massive commercial success, selling over 30 million copies worldwide and becoming one of the best-selling albums of all time. The album also received critical acclaim, with many critics praising the band's raw and honest approach to hard rock and heavy metal.

The album's impact on popular culture cannot be overstated. Guns N' Roses became one of the biggest bands in the world, and their influence can be heard in countless hard rock and heavy metal bands that followed in their wake. The album's iconic cover art, featuring a cross and skulls, has also become an iconic image in the world of rock music. 

Music Genre:

  80s Hard Rock

Collector's info:

  This album includes the original custom inner sleeve with album details, complete lyrics of all songs by and photos of Guns and Roses. 

Album Production Information:

Produced by Mike Clink,

Mixed by Steve Thompson, Michael Barbiero

Album Front Cover by: Robert Williams

Record Label & Catalognr:

Geffen Records 924 148 / WX 125 ( 924148 )

Media Format:

  12" Full-Length Vinyl LP 
Album weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

  1987 Made in Germany
Band Members and Musicians on: Guns n' Roses Appetite for Destruction
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Axl Rose - Lead vocals

      W. Axl Rose (Full-name; William Bruce Rosenthal JR.) an American singer, songwriter, and musician. He is the lead vocalist of the rock band Guns N' Roses. Born in Lafayette, Indiana in 1962, Rose co-founded Guns N' Roses in Los Angeles in 1985 and quickly rose to fame with the band's debut album, "Appetite for Destruction," which was released in 1987. The album was a huge commercial success and is considered one of the greatest debuts in rock history. Over the years, Rose has been known for his powerful voice, energetic live performances, and outspoken persona. Despite numerous lineup changes and controversy, Guns N' Roses has continued to tour and record music.

      His parents are William Bruce Rose SR. and Sharon Elizabeth Lintner. His only sister is Amy Bailey.W hen he was 22 years old, his father William Bruce Rose SR. died (1984).

      He married Erin Everly in 1990. He was 28 years old when he married Erin Everly. His partner is Stephanie Seymour. He got divorced from Stephanie Seymour in 1993. He got divorced from Erin Everly in 1991. He has one step.son with Stephanie Seymour: Dylan Rosenthal.

  • Duff McKagan - Bass

      Duff McKagan (Full-name: Michael Andrew "Duff" McKagan) Duff McKagan is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and bassist. He is a member of the rock band Guns N' Roses, which he co-founded in 1985. He played bass guitar and provided backing vocals for the band from 1985 to 1997, and then again from 2016 to present day.

     McKagan was born on February 5, 1964, in Seattle, Washington. He grew up in a musical family and started playing bass at the age of 15. In the early 1980s, he co-founded the band The Fastbacks, but eventually left the band to join Guns N' Roses.

     With Guns N' Roses, McKagan helped the band achieve worldwide success and critical acclaim. The band's debut album, "Appetite for Destruction," was released in 1987 and became one of the best-selling albums of all time. McKagan wrote and co-wrote several songs for Guns N' Roses, including "It's So Easy," "Used to Love Her," and "Don't Cry."

     After leaving Guns N' Roses in 1997, McKagan went on to pursue a solo career and also played with other bands, including Velvet Revolver and Loaded. He has also released several solo albums, including "Believe in Me" (1993) and "Beautiful Disease" (1999).

     In addition to his musical career, McKagan is also a writer and financial journalist. He has written for several publications, including Seattle Weekly and Playboy, and has published two books: "It's So Easy (and Other Lies)" (2011), a memoir about his life and career, and "How to Be a Man (and Other Illusions)" (2015), a collection of essays on a variety of topics.

     Throughout his career, McKagan has received recognition for his contributions to music, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Guns N' Roses in 2012. He continues to tour and record music with Guns N' Roses and is widely regarded as one of the greatest bassists in rock and roll history.

     Personal life of: Michael Andrew "Duff" McKagan was born in Seattle, King, Washington, United States on February 5, 1964. His parents are Elmer "Mac" McKagan and Marie -?-. His only brother is Bruce McKagan.

     On May 28, 1988, he married Mandy Brixx. He married Linda Johnson in 1992. On August 28, 1999, he married Susan Elizabeth Holmes May 5, 1972. He was 24 years old when he married Mandy Brixx. He was 28 years old when he married Linda Johnson. He was 35 years old when he married Susan Elizabeth Holmes, who was 27 years old at that time. He got divorced from Mandy Brixx on April 1, 1990. He got divorced from Linda Johnson in 1995. He has two children with Susan Elizabeth Holmes: Grace Elizabeth McKagan 1997, Mae Marie McKagan 2000.

  • Izzy Stradlin - Guitars

      Izzy Stradlin (Real-name: Jeffrey Dean Isbell) an American musician, singer, and songwriter, the co-founder and former guitarist of the rock band Guns N' Roses. Stradlin was born on April 8, 1962, in Lafayette, Indiana. He grew up in a musical family and started playing guitar at a young age.

     In 1985, Stradlin co-founded Guns N' Roses with lead singer Axl Rose and drummer Steven Adler. He was the rhythm guitarist for the band and also contributed backing vocals. With Guns N' Roses, Stradlin helped the band achieve worldwide success and critical acclaim. The band's debut album, "Appetite for Destruction," was released in 1987 and became one of the best-selling albums of all time. Stradlin wrote and co-wrote several songs for Guns N' Roses, including "Patience," "You're Crazy," and "Don't Cry."

     After leaving Guns N' Roses in 1991, Stradlin pursued a solo career and released several solo albums, including "Izzy Stradlin and the Ju Ju Hounds" (1992) and "On Down the Road" (1999). He also played with other bands, including the Beach Boys and the band Hagar Schon Aaronson Shrieve.

     Throughout his career, Stradlin has been recognized for his contributions to music and his distinctive guitar style. Despite his success with Guns N' Roses, Stradlin has maintained a low profile and has avoided the public spotlight, preferring to focus on his music and family. He continues to tour and record music and is considered one of the greatest guitarists in rock and roll history.

  • Slash - Lead Guitar

      Slash (Full-name; Saul Hudson) a British-American guitarist, songwriter, and producer. He is was the lead guitarist of the rock band Guns N' Roses, which he co-founded in 1985. Slash's bluesy, classic rock-inspired playing style and solos helped define the sound of Guns N' Roses and made him one of the most recognizable and influential guitarists of the 1980s and 1990s. He has also been a member of several other bands, including Velvet Revolver and Slash's Snakepit. In 2012, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Guns N' Roses.

      Saul Hudson was born in Hampstead, London, England, United Kingdom on 23/7/1965. He is the first child of Anthony Hudson and Ola Jorjan Oliver 12/10/1946. His only brother is Albion "Ash" Hudson 1972.

      When he was 43 years old, his mother Ola Jorjan Oliver died (05/06/2009).

      On 10/10/1992, he married Renée Suran. On 15/10/2001, he married Perla Ferrar. He was 27 years old when he married Renée Suran. He was 36 years old when he married Perla Ferrar. He got divorced from Renée Suran in 1997. He has two children with Perla Ferrar: London Emilio Hudson 2002, Cash Anthony Hudson 2004.

  • Steven Adler - Drums

      Steven Adler (Real-name: an American musician, best known as the former drummer of the rock band Guns N' Roses. Adler was born on 22 January 1965, in Cleveland, Ohio. He grew up in a musical family and started playing drums at the age of 12.

    In 1985, Adler co-founded Guns N' Roses with lead singer Axl Rose and guitarist Izzy Stradlin. He was the drummer for the band from its inception until 1990, when he was fired due to drug addiction. With Guns N' Roses, Adler helped the band achieve worldwide success and critical acclaim. The band's debut album, "Appetite for Destruction," was released in 1987 and became one of the best-selling albums of all time.

    After leaving Guns N' Roses, Adler played with several other bands, including Road Crew, Suki Jones, and Adler's Appetite. He has also appeared on several reality TV shows, including "Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew" and "Sober House."

    Throughout his career, Adler has struggled with drug addiction, which has had a significant impact on his personal and professional life. Despite these challenges, he has continued to play music and tour with various bands. He has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Guns N' Roses in 2012.

Complete Track Listing of: Guns n' Roses Appetite for Destruction

The Song/tracks on "Guns n' Roses Appetite for Destruction" are

  • Welcome to the Jungle 4:31 Axl Rose, Slash Rose
  • It's So Easy 3:21 Duff McKagan, West Arkeen McKagan, Arkeen
  • Nightrain 4:26 Rose, Slash, Izzy Stradlin, McKagan Rose, McKagan
  • Out Ta Get Me 4:20 Rose, Slash, Stradlin Rose, Stradlin
  • Mr. Brownstone 3:46 Slash, Stradlin Stradlin
  • Paradise City 6:46 Rose, Slash, Stradlin, McKagan Rose, McKagan
  • My Michelle 3:39 Rose, Stradlin Rose
  • Think About You 3:50 Stradlin Stradlin
  • Sweet Child o' Mine 5:56 Rose, Slash, Stradlin Rose
  • You're Crazy 3:15 Rose, Slash, Stradlin Rose, Stradlin
  • Anything Goes 3:25 Rose, Stradlin, Chris Weber Rose, Stradlin
  • Rocket Queen 6:13 Rose, Slash, Stradlin Rose
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The album cover for Appetite for Destruction by Guns N’ Roses is a striking and controversial piece of artwork originally created by artist Robert Williams. It depicts a surreal and chaotic scene: a robotic figure with glowing eyes, resembling a mechanical predator, stands over a woman sprawled on the ground, suggesting a moment of violence. Above them looms a monstrous, insect-like creature descending from the sky, surrounded by smaller, devilish entities.

The background features a wooden fence and scattered debris, while vivid colors and exaggerated details amplify the surreal, unsettling atmosphere. The band’s name is displayed vertically on the left in bold yellow and red letters, with the album title in a matching style on the right.

This cover caused controversy upon its release due to its graphic nature and was later replaced by an alternate design featuring a cross with skulls representing the band members. However, this original artwork remains an iconic piece tied to the album’s raw, rebellious energy.

Photo of Album's Back Cover  
Back cover of Guns N’ Roses Appetite for Destruction album featuring a group photo of the band. From left to right: Steven Adler sits by an amplifier holding a drink, Slash sits cross-legged wearing a leather jacket, Duff McKagan gazes at the camera with tousled blonde hair, Izzy Stradlin holds an acoustic guitar while wearing a hat, and Axl Rose reclines above the group with a bandana and leopard-print pants, holding a bottle. The iconic Guns N’ Roses logo with crossed guns and roses is displayed above them

This is the back cover of Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite for Destruction album, featuring a group photo of the band. The band members are seated in a casual, rebellious pose, exuding the raw attitude that defined their music and image. From left to right:

Steven Adler, the drummer, leans against an amplifier with a relaxed demeanor, holding a drink.

Slash, the lead guitarist, sits cross-legged in the center, wearing a leather jacket and displaying his signature curly hair.

Duff McKagan, the bassist, looks directly at the camera with a cool expression, his blonde hair tousled.

Izzy Stradlin, the rhythm guitarist, sits to the right, holding an acoustic guitar, wearing a hat and a laid-back expression.

Axl Rose, the lead vocalist, reclines above the group, his distinctive style highlighted by a bandana and leopard-print pants, holding a bottle.

The band is surrounded by items that reflect their hard-rock lifestyle, including bottles, an amplifier, and scattered props. The iconic Guns N’ Roses logo with the crossed guns and roses is prominently displayed above the group.

A collage of live performance and candid photos from Guns N’ Roses Appetite for Destruction album artwork. The images feature Axl Rose performing on stage with dynamic gestures, Slash shirtless with his top hat playing guitar, Duff McKagan with his bass both live and in casual moments, Steven Adler behind the drum kit, and Izzy Stradlin playing guitar. The collage includes various action shots of the band members, emphasizing their raw energy and rebellious spirit, all set against a dark black background

This is a collage of live performance and candid photos featured in the inner sleeve or artwork for Appetite for Destruction by Guns N’ Roses. The images capture the band’s raw energy and charisma during live shows and behind-the-scenes moments. The collage includes:

Axl Rose performing on stage, showcasing his dynamic presence, often with his arms raised or in action.

Slash playing his guitar shirtless with his signature top hat, emphasizing his iconic look.

Duff McKagan with his bass guitar, appearing both on stage and in casual settings.

Steven Adler behind the drum kit, delivering the beats during live performances.

Izzy Stradlin playing guitar and blending into the band’s collective energy on stage.

Various candid and studio moments, including band members interacting or performing with microphones and instruments.

The background is a dark, minimalist black, which helps the brightly colored photographs pop, emphasizing the intensity and chaos of the band’s early days. The arrangement conveys a sense of movement and spontaneity, matching the wild, rebellious spirit of Guns N’ Roses.

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This is the record label for Guns N’ Roses’ Appetite for Destruction, released by Geffen Records. The label is black with white text and prominently features the Geffen Records logo at the top, a metallic silver sphere with a stylized “G” design. Below the logo, the band’s name, album title, and other production details are clearly printed.

The label includes technical information such as the copyright notice, production credits, catalogue numbers (924 148-1 and WX 125), and legal disclaimers. It also specifies that the record is stereo and includes references to licensing organizations like GEMA/BIEM. The overall design is clean and minimalistic, with the text arranged in a circular format around the center hole. The aesthetic reflects the professionalism of Geffen Records while letting the music’s content take center stage.

Note: the above pictures are actual photos of the album and allow you to judge the quality of cover. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash.

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