Matt Sorum Reveals Upcoming Book In New Interview!

Former Guns N’ Roses Drummer Matt Sorum was recently interviewed by Buzzfeed where he revealed that he will be coming out with a book next year. In the exchange with the interviewer he said the following:

“Can you share the funniest or most interesting story that occurred to you in the course of your career?

Sorum: Well I was in Guns N Roses, There are so many stories, So you will have to read my book that comes out next year, HaHa”

Sorum also discussed which person he’d love to sit down for a meal with

“Is there a person in the world, or in the US whom you would love to have a private breakfast or lunch with, and why? He or she might see this, or I might be able to introduce you.

Sorum: I’ve been so fortunate to meet so many great people through my life, but I am a huge fan of President Obama and having lunch with him would be spectacular. A perfect example of a man who stayed calm and collected through so much diversity and struggle. That’s a great lesson, “Say what you mean, But don’t say it mean “

Sorum also listed five things he wish he would have known when he first started in the music industry.

What are your “5 things I wish someone told me when I first started” and why? Please share a story or example for each.

1)”Believe in yourself “

I truly believe that daydreaming isn’t a bad thing, and really a manifestation of your future and where you want to be in your life.

Set your own stage

2) “Be the best you can be”

Practice, Study, Learn

Take as much information as possible in your craft and be the best at it as possible.

3) “No doesn’t mean give up”

No only means you need to work harder

Hard work gets you there, keep going till you hear yes.

4)”Be professional and Kind”

Always be on time, Be kind, Open

minded and willing to try things.

It’s not always easy but you will make friends with a great reputation.

5)”Live Life on Life’s Terms”

Life will throw many curve balls but with dedication and perseverance, you will get everything in life that you want and desire.