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Every true fan knows that Izzy Stradlin’s heart wasn’t just in his music, but also with his loyal companion, Tread (aka Ju Ju Dog). 

This iconic photograph is a piece of rock history, taken from the liner notes of his 1998 solo album, 117°. Tread was so much more than just a pet; he was a constant presence, even traveling with the band on world tours.

This image, originally shared by Jimmy Ashhurst, captures a behind-the-scenes look at the Ju Ju Hounds' second European tour in 1992. In the shot, Izzy Stradlin is seen alongside drummer Charlie "Chalo" Quintana inside the tour bus, both leaning over paper maps to plot their route across the continent. The moment perfectly reflects the contrast between the life Izzy led in Guns N' Roses and the path he chose to follow: trading colossal stadium productions for "down-to-earth" and independent logistics.

The context of the photo relates to the release of the Ju Ju Hounds' debut album, a work deeply influenced by classic rock and the aesthetic of Keith Richards. This explains Izzy’s characteristic look at the time, featuring dreadlocks and bandanas. Beside him, Charlie Quintana—who also lent his talent to names like Bob Dylan and Social Distortion before passing away in 2018—reinforces the high musical caliber of that group.

The original post by Jimmy Ashhurst, the band's bassist, brings his well-known biting and sarcastic humor to his interaction with the public. By joking with the terms in the caption, Jimmy recovers the spirit of camaraderie and the rawness of that period. In an era without digital navigation technology, the phrase "maps were heavily involved" symbolizes Izzy's search for a real connection with the road and with music in its purest form.

This vintage interview from a German magazine gives us a fascinating look into Izzy Stradlin’s mind right after leaving Guns N' Roses. He opened up about needing a complete break to clear his head, even leaving his guitar packed away for the first month while traveling across the US.

This is a rare behind-the-scenes look from 1994 when Izzy Stradlin was in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He was working on new music with his band, the Ju Ju Hounds, and invited the famous Argentine ska-reggae band, Los Pericos, to join him in the recording studio.

These images are precious records of Izzy Stradlin and Duff McKagan in the studio during 1992. The meeting took place at the Chicago Recording Company in Illinois, during the recording sessions for the debut album of Izzy's solo band, the Ju Ju Hounds. Even after Izzy left Guns N' Roses at the end of 1991, the connection between the two remained intact; Duff not only visited his friend, but also contributed bass and backing vocals on several tracks of the album.