Guns N’ Roses has postponed the release of two highly anticipated singles. The news came via a report shared on X by Mitch Lafon. The band’s new tracks, “Nothin'” and “Atlas,” were originally scheduled to release on December 2nd but have now been delayed indefinitely.
Universal Japan confirmed the postponement in an official statement. The label cited temporary delays for the new song releases. The exact reason for the postponement has not been disclosed, and no new release date has been announced at this time.
Mitch Lafon reported: “According to Universal Japan, the Guns N’ Roses ‘Nothin’ and ‘Atlas’ due today, December 2nd, have been ‘こちらの新曲配は一旦延期となりました.'” He added, “Which translates to: ‘The release of this new song has been temporarily postponed.'”
The postponement marks a significant setback for fans eagerly awaiting new material from the legendary rock band. Loudwire reported that the two new songs were announced alongside a major 2026 tour. The December 2, 2025 release date had been set well in advance. This coordinated announcement had generated considerable anticipation within the fanbase.
Both “Nothin'” and “Atlas” have a rich history within the band’s catalog. Wikipedia notes that both songs date back to the Chinese Democracy era (late 1990s–2000s). They have been reworked after the reunion of Slash and Duff McKagan with the band. This reworking process suggests the band has been carefully refining these tracks for modern release.
The postponement represents the first significant delay in what was otherwise a carefully planned rollout. Ultimate Classic Rock revealed that these singles would have marked the band’s first new music since 2023’s “The General” and “Perhaps.” The two-year gap between releases underscores the importance of this moment for the band and their devoted fanbase.
While the record label has not provided specific details about the cause of the delay—whether related to production, marketing strategy, or other factors—the postponement is described as temporary. This suggests the band and Universal Japan remain committed to releasing the material. Fans will need to await further announcements regarding when “Nothin'” and “Atlas” will finally become available.
