The Return of the Rock Monster: Guns N’ Roses Unleashes Fury in Colombia with Double Date

The news that rock lovers have been eagerly awaiting has shaken the continent. Guns N’ Roses, the most feared and adored rock band on the planet, confirms its explosive return to Colombia, and does it in a big way: for the first time in its history, they will offer two dates in different cities, promising an unforgettable experience.

The announcement came last Friday, June 6, from the producer Páramo Presenta, unleashing the collective euphoria. The first roar of Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan will resound on October 7 at the Vive Claro Cultural District in Bogota. Four days later, on October 11, the capital of Antioquia will vibrate with their presence at the iconic Atanasio Girardot Stadium in Medellin.

This double date represents a golden opportunity for lovers of the emblematic hard rock band to sing again the anthems that made them an indisputable reference of the 80s and 90s.

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A Legacy of Fury and Magic: The Guns N’ Roses Story

Formed in Los Angeles in 1985, Guns N’ Roses burst onto the music scene with a raw blend of hard rock, blues and punk, led by the unmistakable voice of Axl Rose, the virtuosic riffs of Slash and the solid rhythmic foundation of Duff McKagan, Izzy Stradlin and Steven Adler. Their debut album, “Appetite for Destruction” (1987), is considered one of the most influential albums in rock history, catapulting them to global stardom and consolidating them as “the most dangerous band in the world” for their rebellious attitude and explosive energy. Songs such as “Welcome to the Jungle” y “Sweet Child O’ Mine” became generational hymns.

The albums “Use Your Illusion I” and “Use Your Illusion II” (1991) expanded their sound and ambition, including epics like “November Rain” and “Paradise City”, and a powerful version of “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”. Their impact transcends decades, maintaining their relevance and an unwavering global fan base.

The First Time in Colombia: Chaos, Rain and Legend (1992)

Guns N’ Roses’ relationship with Colombia is as intense as their music, and dates back to an event that marked a before and after in the history of major concerts in the country: their first visit in November 1992 at the El Campín Stadium in Bogota, as part of their colossal Use Your Illusion tour.

That night of torrential rain became a legend. What promised to be the biggest rock concert ever seen in Colombia turned into a chaotic but unforgettable experience. Logistical problems, riots outside the stadium by fans without tickets and an incessant downpour were the backdrop. Despite the adversities, the band took the stage. However, the performance was abruptly cut short by Axl Rose, who stopped the show in the middle of the iconic “November Rain,” leaving many yearning for more. This concert, wrapped in an almost surreal atmosphere and plagued by anecdotes (including problems with the authorities when leaving the country), forged a myth that endures to this day.

Reencounters and New Stories

After that legendary debut, the full band would return to Colombia more than two decades later, in November 2016, offering a long-awaited concert in Medellín that proved the validity of their live power. Now, in 2025, the Bogotá and Medellín double bill promises to write a new chapter.

During their current tour, Guns N’ Roses has given memorable performances in Japan, Australia, Europe, Brazil and the United States, delighting millions of fans with a repertoire loaded with anthems that have defined rock history. Songs like “Welcome to the Jungle”, “Sweet Child O’ Mine”, “November Rain”, “Paradise City” and “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”, among many other classics, still resonate as strongly as they did decades ago.

The return of Guns N’ Roses to Colombia is not just a couple of concerts; it is the opportunity to be part of a historic moment, to relive the adrenaline of hard rock in its maximum expression and to chant, once again, those lyrics that are part of the soundtrack of several generations. Get ready, Colombia, because the most feared and loved band on the planet is back.