Tales From The Strip is a reference to the band"s long time affiliation with L.A."s legendary rock scene, whose hub is the renowned Sunset Strip. The album"s lyrical focus is inspired by a historically significant rock scene that L.A. Guns had a strong hand in creating. With producer Andy Johns at the helm, L.A. Guns delivers a new studio record of original songs that proves, without a doubt, that L.A. Guns is still on top of their game. Shrapnel. 2005.