The recent concert by Guns N’ Roses in Istanbul, Turkey, on a Monday showcased two significant changes to their set list — one of which had not been made in over three decades, making it a memorable event for fans. The legendary rock band took the stage at the BJK Tupras Stadyumu located in the Besiktas district, as part of their ongoing tour titled Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things. This particular show was noteworthy as it included the track “Out Ta Get Me” from their iconic album Appetite for Destruction, marking its first live performance since 2017, much to the delight of the audience.

For those interested, fan-shot videos of this thrilling performance can be viewed below, capturing the electrifying atmosphere of the night.

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What made Monday’s performance particularly distinctive was the absence of one staple song. According to setlist.fm, Guns N’ Roses made the surprising decision to omit “It’s So Easy”, a long-standing concert opener that they had performed since 1993. This bold move signifies a shift in their concert dynamics and adds an element of unpredictability to their shows.

This choice is quite radical for Guns N’ Roses, who have maintained a consistent core set list since the reunion of Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan back in 2016. Traditionally, they opened all of their post-reunion shows with “It’s So Easy” until 2025, when they reverted to “Welcome to the Jungle” as their primary show opener, showcasing their willingness to evolve.

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The inclusion of “Out Ta Get Me” is not the only unexpected twist that Guns N’ Roses has introduced during their current tour, which kicked off on May 1 in Incheon, South Korea. Just last week in Abu Dhabi, they made headlines by performing a cover of the New York Dolls classic “Human Being” for the first time live. This cover is part of their 1993 album “The Spaghetti Incident?”. Additionally, they surprised fans by playing the classic track G N’ R Lies song “Used to Love Her” for the first time since 2018, showcasing their versatility and willingness to revisit their past.

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Moreover, their concert on May 23 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marked a historic moment as it was the first performance without any tracks from the Chinese Democracy album since 1993. And during the second night of their tour in Yokohama, Japan, they debuted their cover of Thin Lizzy‘s “Thunder and Lightning”, adding another layer of excitement to their set list.

As of now, Guns N’ Roses are set to continue their tour across Europe throughout June and July, culminating on July 31 at Wacken Open Air in Germany. Fans in North America are still eagerly awaiting the announcement of potential tour dates.