Ryan Roxie, guitarist for Alice Cooper, addressed speculation about potentially joining Guns N’ Roses in an interview with Chuck Shute.
The interviewer asked if he would consider joining Guns N’ Roses if they had an opening or focus on his solo work. Roxie provided a clear response.
“I think that ship is sailed to be honest with you. And I did that years ago,” Roxie stated.
He elaborated on his past connections with GN’R members: “It was when they were putting together Higher Guns and Roses. I had always said when I played with Slash… Now I think I’ve not been in a band legitimately been in a band with two of the members, Slash and Gilby in separate bands and done some touring with Stephen Adler as well. So I feel like I’ve definitely contributed to that legacy or I’ve been a part of that legacy for just my experience of knowing the guys.”
Roxie shared his perspective on potential future collaborations: “As far as joining a band post Alice Cooper, you’d have to just say, ‘Okay what band is it? Do we all align? Would I jump in on a Cheap Trick show here?’ If Oasis needed a second guitar player or third guitar player, f*ck yeah, come on. You want to play with the bands that you grew up idolizing.”
These comments emerged during Roxie’s ongoing successful tenure with Alice Cooper. His statement reinforces his commitment to his current role.
Blabbermouth revealed that Roxie has launched a new single titled “Better Than You.” He continues to maintain his position as a key member of Alice Cooper’s band.
The guitarist has built a lasting relationship with Alice Cooper since 1996. The Rock Pit noted his contributions to numerous projects, including their 2023 album “Road.”
Guns N’ Roses has kept its current lineup stable. The band continues to perform with Axl Rose, Duff McKagan, Slash, Dizzy Reed, Richard Fortus, and Melissa Reese. No immediate lineup changes are planned.
Roxie has established strong connections to the GN’R legacy through his work with Slash’s Snakepit. He now appears focused on his current musical path.
