1. HaydenW

   10

   This is an incredible album. On this album, we find some of the most articulate music and masterful writing ever created by Axl Rose. In many ways, this album goes beyond anything that Guns N' Roses have done previously in their career, and it explores brand new territory that would not have been possible with the old lineup. I think that Axl and his new group of musicians have managed to create something brilliant in 'Chinese Democracy'; intelligent, diverse, well-constructed, well-produced, powerful, soulful music that rises above mediocrity and into the realms of pure brilliance. From the aggressive music of the title track, to the emotion of "There Was a Time", I love every moment and every aspect of this album. I now see why Axl took so long to create this album - he was perfecting it, and making it flawless. And this pays off with the final product - what I consider to be a masterpiece. It's just too bad that people allow this album's rough history to blind them from the actual quality of the music. And it's sad to see so many people resenting this album simply because it doesn't sound like "classic Guns." I strongly suggest all rock music listeners to open your ears and your minds to the exceptional music of 'Chinese Democracy'.… Expand

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2. Don

   5

   I find it very mediocre. I like one song, a few are almost okay, and the rest really suck. Over-produced and soulless really says it all, PM. I agree.… Expand

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3. Patrick

   3

   The whole thing sounds like a grotesque rock-opera parody—as if Jeff Lynne convinced Meatloaf to sing for Powerman 5000 and a slew of soullessly proficient studio players. There are occasional moments of interest, but nothing about this more-more-more approach is innovative or groundbreaking. Axl's concept of "artistry" is, apparently, to cram together as many clichés as technologically possible. Maybe he's being ironic?… Expand

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