Members
Phil Lewislead vocals · 1999current- Johnny Martinbackground vocals · 2016current
Tracii Gunsguitar · 2016current- Ace Von Johnsonguitar · 2018current
- Adam Hamiltonelectric guitar · 2018current
- Jacob Buntonlead vocals · 2018current
- Kelly Nickelsbackground vocals, bass guitar · 2018current
- Scott Griffinguitar · 2018current
Scot Coogandrums (drum set) · 2019current- Michael Jagoszlead vocals, original · 1983–1984
- Ole Beichbass guitar, original · 1983–1984
- Rob Gardnerdrums (drum set), original · 1983–1984
- Tracii Gunsguitar, original · 1983–1984
Axl Roselead vocals · 1984–1984- Michael Jagoszlead vocals · 1984–1984
- Mick Crippsbass guitar, guitar · 1985–1995
- Nickey “Beat” Alexanderdrums (drum set) · 1985–1987
Paul Blacklead vocals · 1985–1987- Robert Stoddardguitar · 1985–1987
- Tracii Gunsguitar · 1985–2002
- Kelly Nickelsbass guitar · 1987–1995
- Mattie Bbass guitar · 1987–1987
- Phil Lewislead vocals · 1987–1995
Steve Rileybackground vocals, drums (drum set), percussion · 1987–1992- Michael “Bones” Gershimadrums (drum set) · 1992–1994
- Steve Rileydrums (drum set) · 1994–2016
- Chris Van Dahllead vocals · 1995–1997
- Johnny Cryptguitar · 1995–1999
Ralph Saenzlead vocals · 1997–1998- Jizzy Pearllead vocals · 1998–1999
- Joe Lestélead vocals · 1998–1998
Chuck Garricbass guitar · 1999–1999- Kelly Nickelsbass guitar · 1999–2000
- Mick Crippsbass guitar · 1999–2000
- Stefan Adikabass guitar · 1999–1999
- Brent Muscatguitar · 2000–2000
- Mark "Muddy" Duttonbass guitar · 2000–2001
- Mick Crippsbass guitar · 2000–2001
- Adam Hamiltonbass guitar · 2001–2007
- Brent Muscatguitar · 2002–2003
Chris Holmesguitar · 2002–2002- Keff Ratcliffeguitar · 2002–2002
Keri Kellielectric guitar · 2002–2003- Charlie Poulsonguitar · 2003–2004
- Stacey Bladesguitar · 2004–2012
- Edan Serge Gillenkeyboard · 2006–2006
- Jeremy Gunsbass guitar · 2006–2011
- Chad Stewartdrums (drum set) · 2007–2011
- Scott Griffinbass guitar · 2007–2009
- Alec Bauerguitar · 2008–2009
- Marty Caseylead vocals · 2008–2009
Kenny Kweensbass guitar · 2009–2011- Danny Nordahlbass guitar · 2011–2011
- Dilana Smithlead vocals · 2011–2011
- Doni Graydrums (drum set) · 2011–2012
- Eric Grossmanbass guitar · 2011–2012
- Scott Griffinbass guitar · 2011–2014
- Tony Westlead vocals · 2011–2012
- Frankie Wilseyguitar · 2012–2013
- Scott Foster Harrislead vocals · 2012–2012
- Steve Preachguitar, keyboard · 2012–2012
- Michael Grantbackground vocals, guitar · 2013–2018
- Kenny Kweensbass guitar · 2014–2016
- Shane Fitzgibbondrums (drum set) · 2016–2019
- Johnny Monacoelectric guitar · 2018–2018
- Steve Rileydrums (drum set) · 2018–2023
L.A. Guns was formed in 1983, marking the beginning of their journey in the hard rock scene.
The band originally included Axl Rose before he joined Guns N' Roses, showcasing their early connections to rock history.
Their self-titled debut album, "L.A. Guns," helped establish their presence in the glam metal genre.
Biography
Formation and Early Years
L.A. Guns, an American hard rock band from Los Angeles, was formed in 1983 by guitarist Tracii Guns and drummer Rob Gardner. The original lineup included lead vocalist Michael Jagosz and bassist Ole Beich. This early formation recorded the debut EP, "Collector's Edition No. 1," before Jagosz was replaced by Axl Rose, who would later gain fame with Guns N' Roses. In 1985, after a brief stint with Guns N' Roses, Tracii Guns reformed L.A. Guns with a new lineup featuring Paul Black, Mick Cripps, Robert Stoddard, and Nickey Alexander.
Classic Lineup and Success
The band achieved significant success in the late 1980s and early 1990s with the classic lineup, which included Phil Lewis on lead vocals, Kelly Nickels on bass, and Steve Riley on drums. They released several albums, including the self-titled "L.A. Guns" and the hit "Cocked & Loaded," which solidified their place in the glam metal scene. However, the group faced numerous lineup changes over the years, which affected their mainstream visibility.
Later Years and Current Lineup
Despite the challenges, L.A. Guns continued to produce music and tour. The current lineup features Tracii Guns, Phil Lewis, Ace Von Johnson, Johnny Martin, Adam Hamilton, and Shawn Duncan. They have released several albums in recent years, including "The Missing Peace" and "Checkered Past," showcasing their enduring legacy in the hard rock genre. L.A. Guns remains a significant influence in the rock scene, known for their energetic performances and classic hits.
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Discography
Leopard Skin2025
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Black Diamonds2023
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Checkered Past2021
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The Devil You Know2019
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The Missing Peace2017
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Hollywood Forever2012
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'86 Demo Sessions2008
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Tales From the Strip2005
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Rips the Covers Off2004
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Hollywood Raw: The Original Sessions2004
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Waking the Dead2002
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Ultimate L.A. Guns2002
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Winning Combinations2002
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Man in the Moon2001
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Cocked & Re-Loaded2000
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Black City Breakdown (1985-1986)2000
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Shrinking Violet1999
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Greatest Hits and Black Beauties1999
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Hollywood Rehearsal1997
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American Hardcore1996
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The Best of L.A. Guns: Hollywood a Go Go1996
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Vicious Circle1994
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Hollywood Vampires1991
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Cocked & Loaded1989
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L.A. Guns1988
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: L. A. Guns, L>A> guns, LA Guns, Los Angeles guns
L.A. Guns is an American hard rock band from Los Angeles, formed in 1983. The lineup currently consists of Tracii Guns, Phil Lewis, Ace Von Johnson, Johnny Martin, Adam Hamilton and Shawn Duncan. The first incarnation of the group was formed by Tracii Guns and Rob Gardner in 1983 and merged with fellow Los Angeles group Hollywood Rose to form Guns N' Roses in March 1985. After only a brief tenure in that band, Guns reformed L.A. Guns with a new lineup, consisting of Paul Black, Mick Cripps, Robert Stoddard, and Nickey Alexander. Black would soon be replaced by former Girl singer Phil Lewis while former Faster Pussycat bassist Kelly Nickels was added to the group. Later, Alexander would be replaced by former W.A.S.P. drummer Steve Riley with this being known as the "classic lineup" of L.A. Guns. They achieved moderate chart success in the late 1980s and early 1990s. However, the group went through numerous lineup changes and failed to regain mainstream attention.
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