Duff McKagan

Afternoon Edition: Boys Will Be Boys

April Fool: 22 Things About Seattle That We Wish Were a Joke

The people, trends, and events that even our cynical minds find hard to believe. (Online exclusive! Two bonus April Fools' jokes!)

SW Blogger Duff McKagan Chats on ESPN.com Wednesday

The people, trends, and events that even our cynical minds find hard to believe. (Online exclusive! Two bonus April Fools' jokes!)

G N' R: My First Sex Ed Lesson

The people, trends, and events that even our cynical minds find hard to believe. (Online exclusive! Two bonus April Fools' jokes!)

Afternoon Edition: Who Says White Boys Can't Dance?

Asking a bartender out is a no-no. But if you must, here's how to do it. Krist celebrates his one-year Daily Weekly anniversary by revealing that he and current blog colleague Duff McKagan got into it backstage at that infamous '92 MTV Music Awards show when he took a bass in the face. Idaho's f ... More >>

Tonight's Show Suggestions

3 Inches Of Blood, "Deadly Sinners" Andrew Miller wrote a blurb about these guys, who I also appreciate. Though I really, really wish they weren't signed to Roadrunner Records, who have earned themselves a permanent place on my shit list per last week's Amanda Palmer music video fiasco. The Hands, P ... More >>

Bags and Bottles Event This Weekend

This weekend's third annual Bags and Bottles, a charity event for Gilda's Club of Seattle, combines two of life's greatest pleasures--purse shopping and wine tasting. Guests are invited to bring one new or gently used bag to be put up for silent auction.

Duff McKagan's Loaded

Thursday, April 9

The Short List: This Week’s Notable Shows

Thursday, April 9

Duff’s Dating Tips for Men

Plus a little advice for the ladies as well, from the former Guns N’ Roses bassist.

Duff McKagan's Loaded

Saturday, August 2

Duff McKagan: Why I'm an Eternal Optimist

Deanne DeesayWatch a slideshow of McKagan's band, Loaded, at the Crocodile on April 9.Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. Hey, Kids! Hear Daily Weekly columnist Krist Novoselic and Reverb's Duff McKagan fill in as hosts of the Ron & Don Show on KIRO 97.3 FM, Thursday, April 16 from ... More >>

Summer at the McKagan Tent

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. By Duff McKagan Summer is fast approaching, and parents everywhere are faced with the perennial dilemma: What are we going to do with the kids? My wife and I are certainly no different when it comes to planning summertime family activity. This p ... More >>

Duff’s Been Listening To…

ABBA, lots of Iggy Pop, and all those discs you’ve slipped him on the road.

No Duff Today

​Not to worry, Duff McKagan will be back here on Reverb on Monday to talk about what he's been listening to. And his regular column will be back here on Thursday, Nov. 12, which I can assure you will be a doozy. In the meantime, feel free to ruminate on all the good times he's delivered, such ... More >>

Today's Issue: Seattle Hip-Hop Still Almost Famous

Rabid Child ImagesSpaceman at Go! Machine at The Croc in December, 2009.​This week's music section (you know, the one in print and over here) opens with a piece from Kevin Capp that asks "What's it going to take for the city's hip-hop scene to expand beyond the city limits?" JZ has already ch ... More >>

Duff McKagan Will NOT Be Appearing On VH1's Fantasy Camp

​I just got a note from our friend and columnist Duff McKagan who has informed me that contrary to multiple news reports, he will not be performing on VH1's Fantasy Camp. Duff says he's not sure how the rumor got started, but it's not in the cards. "I like the people at Fantasy Camp and think ... More >>

All Apologies

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He writes about what's circulating through his iPod every Monday.​I was in a recording studio the other day and had some time to kill. If I am not reading a book or writing, I will often scavenge around for a newspaper or magazine. On this d ... More >>

And, Yes, I Got a Book Deal

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He writes about what music is circulating through his space every Monday.​I am not sure if any of you have heard the rumors about me getting a book deal. I just wanted to announce here first that it is in fact true. The reason for any announ ... More >>

Duff McKagan: What to Listen For On Slash's Solo Record (Besides Me!)

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He writes about what music is circulating through his space every Monday.​I am excited for my good buddy this week. Slash is putting out a new record that, if you saw things from where I am sitting, he has probably been working on in one for ... More >>

A.M. Music News: Shabazz Palaces, Heaven Rock, and Why 130,000 Viewers Can't Be Wrong About Grynch

-- YouTube: Damn! Grynch's new video for "My Volvo" has been viewed more than 130,000 times since it was released on April 22. $1 gets you in to see him at Neumos tonight. -- SPIN: Reverb columnist Duff McKagan and his Jane's Addiction bandmates played a surprise set at Hollywood's club Bardot las ... More >>

Just Like You, I Put My Custom-Tailored Jeans On One Leg at a Time

Duff's Custom-Made TopDuff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He writes about what music is circulating through his space every Monday.​If you've seen me at any rock shows over the past few years, you will notice that I wear the same jeans at every gig. As a matter of fact, I wear ... More >>

Go Ahead And Get Your Goth On

Sisters of MercyDuff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He writes about what music is circulating through his space every Monday (unless Monday is a holiday).​Sometimes it is okay to go a bit goth. There was a time in the very late 70's through the 80's that Goth music and its off ... More >>

Another Hoot! Duff McKagan, Mike McCready and Friends Get Back Together For Hootenany For a Healthy Gulf at The Moore

Laura MusselmanDuff McKagan, left, at a Hoot For Haiti in February at the Showbox.​After a sold-out "A Hootenanny For Haiti" at the Showbox in February, Duff McKagan (Guns N' Roses, Reverb) and Mike McCready (Pearl Jam) are getting some friends together for Hootenany For a Healthy Gulf, Septe ... More >>

Loaded's Headed Into the Studio With Terry Date, the Guy Behind the Records That Inspire the Records I Strive to Make

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He writes about what music is circulating through his space every Monday.​I am pretty fucking psyched to say that my band Loaded is doing a record this month with legendary Seattle-based producer Terry Date. If you haven't heard of this guy ... More >>

Ever Get the Feeling That Your iPod Is a Better DJ Than You Are?

The WhoDuff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He writes about what music is circulating through his space every Monday.​My iPod has a vast and random variety of music and songage. I'm sure that I am not alone here. Duh. But do you ever wonder some days, how some music pulled from ... More >>

Zeppelin or Sabbath? Well, That All Depends When You're Asking

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He makes regular appearances on the blog throughout the week as well.​I had such a good time last week with some of your questions that I thought I'd give it another shot. Besides, there appears to be an endless amount of curiosity as to wha ... More >>

A One-Week Break Is Never a Good Sign, My Friend

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. He makes regular appearances on the blog throughout the week as well. Send your questions to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​Q: My girlfriend texted me last Monday and said that she needed a week of space, meaning we can't see or talk to each oth ... More >>

Question for Duff: What Should I Do If I Want to Sound Like You?

In addition to his Thursday column, Duff McKagan is now answering reader questions throughout the week. Write to him at askduff@seattleweekly.com. Find all of Duff's posts here.​Q: I've been trying to get our bass player to get that 'Duff' sound, but it is pretty tough. What amp settings do yo ... More >>

The 10 Things On My List: Thanks, Requests, and Christmas Wishes

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb.​Yes, last week was pretty damn interesting if you were me. At long last, I had surgery to repair my torn and damaged sinuses left non-functional after a long-ago bout with the cocaine. From sometime in 1989 until about November 1993, I snort ... More >>

Duff McKagan Has Been Drafted By ESPN.com

​Our friend and columnist Duff McKagan started a new chapter (doh!) in his "journalism" career today, penning the first of what will be many columns for ESPN.com. Those of you who have been keeping up with McKagan's column know he's a ravenous sports fan particularly devoted to the Seahawks. ... More >>

Tell Him/Her/Them About It While You Can

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His sports column on ESPN.com runs every Wednesday.​Many of you already know that I have been writing a book over the past year or more. Well, this week I got back a first and very rough edit, and I have, for the first time, sat down and rea ... More >>

Goodbye to Mike Starr, and the Story of My First Bass

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His sports column on ESPN.com runs every Wednesday. Send your questions to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​Before I get to my planned post, I want to take a moment to express how sorry I am for the family and friends of former Alice in Chains bas ... More >>

Question for Duff: Will You Tell Me One of Those Secrets You Won't Even Tell Your Wife?

Duff McKagan's regular column runs every Thursday on Reverb. Send your questions to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​Hey, Duff: You said once you still keep some secrets with GN'R members that you have never even told your wife (and she's the one you go to bed with every night). Will you tell some o ... More >>

Dear Duff: Do You Think the Technology Age Will Hurt Future Generations of Rockers?

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. This week, he's answering a few reader questions. Notes and queries can be sent to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​ Hey Duff: Do you think that the Technology Age will hurt future generations of rock musicians? I read so many stories of guys lik ... More >>

Dear Duff: What's the Future of the Music Business?

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. This week, he's answering a few reader questions. Notes and queries can be sent to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​Dear Duff: You're renowned not only as a musician, but recently as a business insider who gets "the biz." So, how will musicians m ... More >>

Hey, Duff: Why Are American Talk Shows On So Late?

Duff McKagan's regular column runs every Thursday on Reverb. Send your questions to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​Hey, Duff: Why are American talk shows on so late? -- Holly Moore

Duff McKagan: The Top 10 Rock Band Dos and Don'ts

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His sports column on ESPN.com runs every Wednesday. Send your questions to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​It dawned on me the other day, that at this point in my life, I have been in a one rock band or another for more than 30 years. This rarefi ... More >>

Hey! Get a Load of Duff's Memoir, It's So Easy

Duff McKagan's memoir, It's So Easy, is being released by Touchstone/Simon & Schuster in October.​We're excited to be the first to share with you the cover of Reverb columnist Duff McKagan's memoir, It's So Easy and Other Lies. Duff's publishers at Touchstone/Simon & Schuster will start showin ... More >>

Ain't No Business Like Book Business

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His sports column on ESPN.com runs every Wednesday.​A many of you very well know, I am a die-hard and hardcore book-nerd. Some of you may also be aware that I have been writing a book over the last year or so. The book, It's So Easy, is done ... More >>

Singers Get Off Scott-Free, Bassists Get the Slammer

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His sports column on ESPN.com runs every Wednesday.​This past week seems to be a "Hell Week" of sorts, in the world of rock bass players. Coheed and Cambria's Michael Todd got arrested on charges of armed robbery and drug possession when he ... More >>

Dear Duff: What Should I Do About School Getting In the Way of My Music?

Duff McKagan is a regular Reverb columnist. Send your questions to askduff@seattleweekly.com.​Dear Duff: I quit school in the middle of sixth grade (two years ago) and decided to go back to home schooling, because I couldn't handle public school. My mom enrolled me in an online school, which ... More >>

Today Reverb Recommends You Listen to Blooper's Overlooked Ballard Avenue EP

​Oops: This article was original posted under the byline "Duff McKagan" by accident. Sorry, Duff. Waaaaaaay back in July, Seattle band Blooper dropped their Ballard Ave. EP and ... nobody noticed! I admit, I didn't catch wind of the record until we put out a call for records to review in Reve ... More >>

Congrats, Duff! Guns N' Roses' Nominated for Induction Into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Duff McKagan, left, seen here with rock hall nominees Guns N' Roses.​Our friend and colleague Duff McKagan is having a big week: On Tuesday he sees the release of his memoir, It's So Easy: And Other Lies, followed by a nationwide book tour; today comes word that his former band, Guns N' Roses, ... More >>

Today Reverb Recommends Attending a Reading From Duff McKagan

​ Music icon and Seattle Weekly columnist Duff McKagan recently released his first book, It's So Easy (and other lies), a collection of memoirs. McKagan will read excerpts from his book tonight at the Neptune, and the event will also feature a multimedia presentation that explores his career ... More >>

Tour's End: Saying Goodbye to Whore's Baths, Punk-Rock Laundry, and 'Graze the Peach'

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His memoir, It's So Easy (Simon & Schuster) is out now.​OK, then. You have all had chance to come along on this whirlwind tour that today concludes here in Hamburg, Germany. For the past four weeks, I have tried my best to give you all an in ... More >>

McKagan Makes the Rock Hall

The SW columnist will be inducted with his former GN'R bandmates.

Hollywood, Class, and Kids in the Hall

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His memoir, It's So Easy (Simon & Schuster) is out now.​So I played a gig last night in Hollywood that commemorated Dimebag Darrel and Ronnie James Dio. The gig, called "DimeBash," is a very public fundraiser that sells out annually and draw ... More >>

The Table

Duff McKagan's column runs every Thursday on Reverb. His memoir, It's So Easy (Simon & Schuster) is out now.​One year older last week. They brought me to a place with a large table set for dinner, with lessons on all sides. At this table, there were friends I met underneath church pews when I ... More >>