Final yr, Mötley Crüe garnered consideration as basic guitarist Mick Mars exited the lineup, citing well being points, and was subsequently changed by John 5. Whereas the band introduced new tour dates and seemed to be shifting ahead, tensions arose earlier this yr when Mars filed a lawsuit towards the band, accusing bassist Nikki Sixx of “gaslighting” him into believing his cognitive expertise and guitar skills had deteriorated greater than he realized.

Amidst the animosity between the long-lasting hair metallic group and their former guitarist, a optimistic dynamic appears to exist between Mars and John 5, with the latter revealing that they preserve communication. As a faithful Mötley Crüe fan, the previous Rob Zombie guitarist engaged in weekly video classes protecting the band’s songs in anticipation of his inaugural stay efficiency alongside Sixx and the band.

In an interview with Guitar World, John 5 delved into his technique of studying and deciphering Mick Mars’ guitar work for stay performances. He expressed a dedication to enjoying the solos precisely as they have been initially written, emphasizing their significance each to him as a fan and to the viewers. John 5 highlighted iconic components reminiscent of squeals and harmonics, emphasizing his need to honor the integrity of the songs and their historic impression.

“I wished to play these solos precisely as they have been written. These solos are so essential to me as a fan, and so they’re so essential to the viewers. The squeals in ‘Seems to be That Kill‘ or the harmonics in ‘Dr. Feelgood‘ – these are crucial to me and the world.

“It’s such as you’re some sheet music; you’re Mozart, and also you’re like, ‘Nicely, I’m gonna improvise over this half’. No. That’s how these songs have been written, how they have been recorded, and the way they need to be carried out. I wished to provide these songs respect.”

Whereas adhering to the unique compositions, John 5 additionally famous that the remainder of the band afforded him some inventive leeway to infuse his personal creative contact into stay exhibits. This steadiness allowed him to remain true to the essence of the music whereas including his distinctive aptitude throughout designated solo sections.

Moreover, experiences have surfaced indicating that Mötley Crüe is collaborating on new music, with John 5 assuming guitar duties and famend producer Bob Rock contributing to the undertaking. Whereas particular particulars in regards to the new music stay scarce, the prospect of contemporary materials from this legendary rock group, that includes John 5’s distinct guitar work, has piqued the curiosity of followers and the music trade alike.

I checked with the fellows and mentioned, ‘I’m going to play them as they’re on the information.’ They mentioned, ‘Okay, effectively, you may have a solo.’ And that’s after I go utterly berserk. It’s type of an ideal scenario.