Locomotive by Guns N’ Roses
Then there’s “Locomotive,” a track where you can literally feel the band’s cohesion pulling through the speakers. Written by Axl Rose and Slash, the song has that long-form progression that takes you on a bit of a journey. It’s from “Use Your Illusion II” and it’s not just a song; it’s an experience in itself.
There’s an aggression and complexity to the instrumentals, and Axl’s voice perfectly interweaves with the hardcore guitar riffs, and the sturdy, unyielding drumbeats. The rhythm is like a train, steady yet powerful, taking you through every note, beat, and lyric. Axl’s delivery is, as always, pretty phenomenal with that ability to merge grit, passion, and a unique kind of melodic yelling that’s just so him.
