L.A. Guns

L.A. Guns — rock artist from US.

L.A. Guns, a veteran of the Sunset Strip's hair metal scene, played a pivotal role in the formation of Guns N' Roses in the mid-'80s. After several lineup…

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rockrockalbum rockhard rocksleaze rockmetalglam metalmetalheavy metal

Influential: 59.46% Fanbase: 43.05% Trending: 67.67%

As of: 2025-09-06

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Score: DMDB 59.46% | Fanbase 43.05% | Trending 67.67% | CAREER STAGE: MAINSTREAM

Biography

L.A. Guns, a veteran of the Sunset Strip's hair metal scene, played a pivotal role in the formation of Guns N' Roses in the mid-'80s. After several lineup changes and successful albums, the band struggled to maintain mainstream success in the '90s, leading to shifts in members and record labels. In the early 2000s, founder Tracii Guns departed, leading to a period of two bands sharing the L.A. Guns name. A reconciliation between Guns and lead singer Phil Lewis in 2016 led to a successful reunion, resulting in new albums and live performances that continued into the 2010s.

The band's journey included various lineup changes, multiple albums, and a complex history involving ownership of the band name. Despite challenges, L.A. Guns persevered, releasing albums and engaging in successful live performances that pleased their dedicated fan base. The reunion of Tracii Guns and Phil Lewis in 2016 marked a turning point, leading to renewed energy and creativity that resulted in new music and continued success in the metal music scene.