Guns N' Roses Perform "Paradise City" with Duff McKagan at Revolver Golden Gods Awards — Video

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Yesterday, April 23, Guns N' Roses — joined by original bassist Duff McKagan — closed out the sixth annual Revolver Golden Gods awards show with an epic set that included their classic tune "Paradise City."

Watch the performance below and let us know what you think in the comments or on Facebook!

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