Motley Crue in classic form.(News)

0 Comments | Daily Herald (Arlington Heights, IL), March, 2005 | by Pizek, Jeff

Byline: Jeff Pizek Daily Herald Staff Writer Unshaven, paunchy and swaddled in denim, Motley Crue singer Vince Neil finally looks like the hard-livin' dudes he sings about. Neil's grubby appearance provided some authenticity during the quartet's sold-out show at Allstate Arena Thursday night.

Peddling their recent two-CD compilation "Red, White & Crue," the circus- themed production showcased the hard rock heavyweights' biggest hits. The original lineup of Motley Crue hadn't toured with their featherweight fusion of pop choruses and bluesy swagger in more than six years. In the interim, Neil and drummer Tommy Lee became reality TV stars, while bassist Nikki Sixx formed new band Brides of Destruction. Only cadaver-like guitarist Mick Mars avoided the...

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