On **May 8, 2025**, Axl Rose officially announced the band’s first full-length album since 2008’s *Chinese Democracy*. Titled ***Reckless Hearts***, it’s set for release on **September 20, 2025**. Rose described it as “a return to the raw, explosive sound that first defined Guns N’ Roses,” while incorporating modern elements to reflect the band’s evolution. The recording features the reunited classic lineup—including Slash (lead guitar) and Duff McKagan (bass)—with sessions held across studios in Los Angeles, London, and Nashville ([247 Sport Life][1]).
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### *Reckless Hearts World Tour*: A Global Rock Revival
Alongside the album, the band unveiled the **“Reckless Hearts World Tour”**, launching in **October 2025** in **Los Angeles**. It spans **over 50 cities**, covering **North America, Europe, South America, Australia, and Asia**, with presales starting soon and general ticket sales opening on **May 20** ([247 Sport Life][1]).
Notable stops include rock icons like **Wembley Stadium** (London), **Madison Square Garden** (New York), **Accor Arena** (Paris), **Allianz Parque** (São Paulo), and **Tokyo Dome** (Japan). The band will also headline major festivals in 2026, such as **Download Festival**, **Rock am Ring**, and **Lollapalooza** ([247 Sport Life][1]).
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### Blending Classics with Fresh Energy
Fans will experience a mashup of beloved hits—“Sweet Child O’ Mine,” “Paradise City,” “November Rain,” and “Welcome to the Jungle”—paired seamlessly with new tracks from *Reckless Hearts*. Axl teased that the new material will integrate effortlessly with their classic anthems, and hinted at surprise collaborations with artists from modern rock and country genres ([247 Sport Life][1]).
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### Why This Matters
This announcement marks a momentous return. *Reckless Hearts* isn’t just a comeback—it’s a statement: Guns N’ Roses are evolving, yet rooted in the thunderous sound that made them legends. And with a globe-spanning tour on the horizon, fans both old and new are in for an electrifying experience.
