Long-lost Guns N’ Roses Song Performed Live for First Time in 30 Years at Monsters of Rock
Guns N’ Roses surprised their Brazilian fans with a live performance of a rare track after more than three decades during the Monsters of Rock festival. The event took place at Allianz Parque in São Paulo, where the band played “Bad Apples,” a song from their 1991 album Use Your Illusion I. This marked the first time the track had been performed live in 35 years and only the second time in the band’s history.
Initially introduced during their appearance at the Rock in Rio festival in 1991, “Bad Apples” had not been included in their live shows since then, making its return a highlight of the night. The fans at the festival were thrilled as the band delved into their musical catalog, including other rarely performed songs like “Dead Horse” from Use Your Illusion I and fan-favorite “Rocket Queen” from their debut album, Appetite for Destruction. The blend of classic hits and lesser-known tracks brought a fresh feel to the show while paying homage to their musical legacy.
The São Paulo concert was part of Guns N’ Roses’ 2026 world tour, which kicked off in Monterrey, Mexico, on March 28 at the Tecate Pa’l Norte festival. The band performed new material at the opening show, including the live debuts of “Atlas” and “Nothin’,” released in late 2025, marking their first new music since the 2023 singles “The General” and “Perhaps.”
In a recent interview, guitarist Slash hinted at the possibility of more music coming from the band. He mentioned plans to release a collection of previously recorded songs, signaling towards a full-length album of all new original material in the future. This direction shows that Guns N’ Roses is looking to the past while also moving forward creatively.
The journey continues for Guns N’ Roses as they plan to extend their tour with more shows across Brazil before heading to the United States later in the spring. This unexpected treat for fans in São Paulo and the band’s commitment to creating new music indicate an exciting time for all those who follow and enjoy Guns N’ Roses.