Guns N’ Roses have surprised fans once again by pulling a deep-cut rarity into their live set, performing the Sex Pistols-associated track “Black Leather” during a recent show in Fortaleza, Brazil.
The moment came during the band’s ongoing 2026 tour, where they delivered a packed 27-song setlist. Midway through the performance, bassist Duff McKagan took the lead as the band launched into the unexpected cover — marking the first time Guns N’ Roses had ever played the track live. (turn0search0)
“Black Leather” has a long and unusual history. Originally recorded during the post-Johnny Rotten era of the Sex Pistols, the track later appeared through various incarnations, including a Runaways cover in the late 1970s. Guns N’ Roses themselves previously recorded their own version for their 1993 covers album “The Spaghetti Incident?”, but had never performed it on stage until now. (turn0search7)
The song’s live debut adds another unexpected moment to a tour already filled with surprises, as the band continues to revisit deep cuts, covers, and rarities alongside their classic stadium anthems.
Fans captured footage of the performance, which quickly spread online, highlighting the band’s ongoing willingness to dig into punk and hard rock history during their current live run.
The performance also ties back to Guns N’ Roses’ long-standing connection to punk influences, which played a major role in shaping their early sound and their 1993 covers project.
With more dates still ahead on their 2026 world tour, fans are now watching closely to see what other surprises the band might pull out next.
