Beverly Hills 90210/Scott's death

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Expert: - 6/13/2007


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Hello. I was wondering if you could tell me something about the song, which is
been played when Brandon talks with David about what to write about Scott in the
newspaper. I know the song is called "Knocking on heaven's door". But this
version is not the originally by Bob Dylan? Can you please tell me what THIS
artist's name is?


Answer
Hello Stephan,

The song here sounds an awful lot like the version by Guns N' Roses.  I checked iTunes for all the male vocalists who have covered "Knockin' On Heaven's Door" and no one else compared.  Also, I have the song, so I played it.  They might have used a live (or otherwise alternate) version here, but it definitely sounds like Axel Rose, the lead singer from Guns N' Roses.  

If they could afford to use M.C. Hammer in Season 1 and Debbie Gibson in Season 3, I'm sure that they could have afforded a Guns N' Roses song in Season 2.   

Thanks for the question!

All the best,

Mel  

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Can Dylan solve quadratic equations? What makes up a "mega-burger"? If an answer exists, I probably know it. Whether your question is general, begging the context of all 10 seasons, or completely inane, feel free to drop me a line either way. I will provide episode reference numbers for each response and plan to have some fun with this. Trivia quizzes often need correction, and publications will get their plotlines/characters/relationships mixed up too. I accept dialogue/scene requests, but please limit your inquiry to 1-2 per question. I only know music from the original broadcasts/reruns, not the DVDs. Been a fan since 1990 and didn't miss a beat.

Experience

Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.
Well, I began watching "Beverly Hills, 90210" at the tender age of 9 and a half, during its original run. By 11, I was a huge fan; 13, obsessed; 14, growing bitter. I don't like S6 - S10 as much as Seasons 1 - 5. But, technically, I still watch all of them in some way. Do this for 20 years and you'll remember the darndest things.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

Education/Credentials
I'd like to say I've earned a "degree" on the life and times of the original eight, with specific concentration on Seasons 1 thru 5, any Jack McKay drama, Dylan/Kelly together or apart, and the guest stars of 1992-1994. Season 4, I think, was the best and strikingly different from any other. My only weakness might be later-season 'stand-in' characters like Matt and Noah, and the ever-changing ownerships of The AfterDark.

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