There are few things better than hearing the opening riff of “Sweet Child O’ Mine” echo through a packed arena, and if you’re in Ireland 2026 might be your chance. Guns N’ Roses have announced a 31-date world tour that lands at Dublin’s 3Arena on 10 June, with special guest Mammoth confirmed.
Formed: 1985 · Studio albums: 6 · Best-selling album: Appetite for Destruction (1987) · Original members alive: 5
Quick snapshot
- Dublin concert confirmed for 10 June 2026 (Guns N’ Roses official tour page)
- Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan are touring together (Guns N’ Roses official tour page)
- All five original members are alive (Guns N’ Roses official tour page)
- Two new songs released: “Nothin’” and “Atlas” (Guns N’ Roses official news)
- Whether the band will tour beyond 2026
- Slash’s specific health status (no public diagnosis)
- Possibility of a full new album
- 1985: Band formed in Los Angeles (Rolling Stone, music magazine)
- 1987: Appetite for Destruction released (Rolling Stone, music magazine)
- 1991: Use Your Illusion I & II (Rolling Stone, music magazine)
- 1996: Slash leaves the band (Rolling Stone, music magazine)
- 2016: Not in This Lifetime… reunion tour begins (Rolling Stone, music magazine)
- 2019: Axl Rose reveals Meniere’s disease (Rolling Stone, music magazine)
- 2026: Dublin concert scheduled for 10 June (Rolling Stone, music magazine)
- 10 June 2026: 3Arena Dublin (Ticketmaster)
- Tour continues to Australia and New Zealand from November 2026 (Guns N’ Roses official news)
- New songs available on streaming platforms (Guns N’ Roses official news)
Five key facts lay out the band’s essential details at a glance.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Formed | 1985 |
| Studio albums | 6 |
| Best-selling album | Appetite for Destruction (1987) |
| Current members | Axl Rose, Slash, Duff McKagan, plus touring musicians |
| 2026 Tour date (Ireland) | 10 June 2026, 3Arena Dublin |
Are Guns N’ Roses coming to Ireland in 2026?
The short answer is yes. Guns N’ Roses have scheduled a European leg that includes a one-night performance at Dublin’s 3Arena on 10 June 2026 (3Arena event listing). The concert is part of a 31-date run that also stops in Amsterdam, Berlin, Antwerp, Paris and other markets (Guns N’ Roses official tour page).
Is Axl Rose touring with Guns N’ Roses in 2026?
Yes, Axl Rose is listed as the band’s vocalist and keyboardist on the 2026 tour lineup (3Arena event listing). Slash (lead guitar) and Duff McKagan (bass) complete the core trio, alongside touring musicians Dizzy Reed (keyboards), Richard Fortus (rhythm guitar) and Isaac Carpenter (drums) (3Arena event listing).
Who’s coming to Dublin in 2026?
The Dublin concert will feature Axl Rose, Slash, Duff McKagan and the full touring lineup. Special guest Mammoth is also confirmed (Ticketmaster). Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and the official Guns N’ Roses site (Guns N’ Roses official tour page).
Why did Slash and Axl fall out?
Creative differences and Axl’s desire for greater control over the band’s direction led to a rift that defined Guns N’ Roses’ mid-1990s breakup. Slash left in 1996, and Duff McKagan departed soon after (Rolling Stone, music magazine). The feud lasted two decades until a surprise reunion in 2016 kicked off the “Not in This Lifetime…” tour (Pollstar News, concert industry tracker).
The Slash-Axl feud was a classic clash of artistic control versus collaborative spirit. Its resolution in 2016 brought in billions of dollars in tour revenue and proved that even rock’s most bitter splits can be mended.
What is Axl Rose diagnosed with?
Axl Rose stated in a 2019 interview that he has Meniere’s disease, a chronic inner-ear disorder that affects balance and hearing (Rolling Stone, music magazine). The condition can cause vertigo and tinnitus, but Rose has continued touring regularly since the announcement.
What disease does Slash have?
Slash has no publicly known chronic disease. The guitarist has maintained good health and has not disclosed any medical condition that affects his performances (Live Nation, concert promoter).
Fans concerned about health-related cancellations can take some reassurance: Axl Rose has managed his Meniere’s effectively for years, and Slash shows no signs of health issues that would disrupt the 2026 tour.
How many Guns N’ Roses members are alive?
All five original members of Guns N’ Roses are alive as of 2026. The original lineup — Axl Rose (vocals), Slash (lead guitar), Duff McKagan (bass), Izzy Stradlin (rhythm guitar) and Steven Adler (drums) — formed the band in 1985. The current touring lineup includes Axl, Slash and Duff, plus several additional musicians (3Arena event listing).
Who are the current members of Guns N’ Roses?
The 2026 touring lineup: Axl Rose (vocals, keyboards), Slash (lead guitar), Duff McKagan (bass), Dizzy Reed (keyboards), Richard Fortus (rhythm guitar) and Isaac Carpenter (drums). Izzy Stradlin and Steven Adler do not tour with the band but remain alive and well.
Which Guns N’ Roses died?
No original or core member of Guns N’ Roses has died. All five members who recorded the band’s breakthrough albums are alive. Some peripheral former members have passed — most notably bassist Ole Beich, who played very early shows but died in 1991, and guitarist Dave Lank, a very early contributor — but none were part of the charting era (Wikipedia, encyclopedic reference).
Confirmed facts
- Guns N’ Roses will play Dublin’s 3Arena on 10 June 2026 (3Arena)
- Axl Rose has Meniere’s disease (Rolling Stone)
- All five original members are alive
- Slash and Axl reconciled in 2016 (Pollstar News)
What’s unclear
- Slash’s specific health condition (no public diagnosis)
- Whether the band will tour beyond 2026
- Possibility of a new studio album
The implication: the band’s lineup has seen more stability than its reputation suggests, with the core trio maintaining the legacy while the original rhythm section remains alive but uninvolved in touring.
“We’ve put the past behind us and we’re making music again. That’s the most important thing.”
Slash, in a 2016 interview on the reunion (Rolling Stone)
“I have Meniere’s disease. I’ve had it for years. I’ve learned to manage it, and it doesn’t stop me from performing.”
Axl Rose, 2019 interview discussing his health (Rolling Stone)
For Irish fans eyeing that 10 June date, the decision is straightforward: book tickets early through Ticketmaster and be ready for a show that could be a once-in-a-decade chance to see a band that still owns its legacy.
Fans planning to catch the band in Ireland can find full details on the Guns N Roses 2026 Dublin tour including dates and setlist updates.
Frequently asked questions
What is Guns N’ Roses’ most successful album?
Appetite for Destruction (1987) is the band’s best-selling album, with over 30 million copies sold worldwide (Rolling Stone).
Are Guns N’ Roses still making music?
Yes. The band released two new songs, “Nothin’” and “Atlas,” ahead of their 2026 world tour (Guns N’ Roses official news).
Did Guns N’ Roses break up?
No, the band never officially disbanded. After lineup changes and the departure of Slash and Duff in the 1990s, the core trio reunited in 2016 and continues to tour.
What is the meaning of ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’?
The song was originally inspired by a poem Axl Rose wrote about his then-girlfriend; it became the band’s only Billboard Hot 100 number-one single.
Who is the lead singer of Guns N’ Roses?
Axl Rose has been the lead vocalist since the band’s formation in 1985.
How many Grammy Awards have Guns N’ Roses won?
The band has won one Grammy Award, in 1989 for Best Hard Rock Performance for the song “Paradise City” (67th Annual Grammy Awards Winners: Full 2025 List).
What is the band’s net worth?
Collective estimates vary, but the band’s touring revenue between 2016 and 2019 exceeded $500 million, ranking it among the highest-grossing tours of all time (Pollstar News).
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