{"title":"Matt Sorum","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the intriguing life behind the beats with our collection centred on Matt Sorum, the legendary drummer known for his dynamic performances with iconic rock bands such as Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver. If you've ever wanted a behind-the-scenes look at the rock and roll lifestyle, this category is a must-explore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMatt Sorum's works provide a raw and unfiltered glimpse into the highs and lows of a rock star's journey. His book \"Double Talkin' Jive\" combines candid storytelling with expert musicianship, offering readers an engaging narrative that’s both entertaining and enlightening. These titles are perfect for fans of \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e who relish tales of relentless passion, perseverance, and the vibrant world of rock music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time follower of Matt's music or just curious about the intricacies of life in the spotlight, his books are sure to captivate with their blend of irreverence, humour, and heartfelt honesty.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"double-talkin-jive-by-leif-eriksson-9781644282212","title":"Double Talkin' Jive","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eDouble Talkin' Jive\u003c\/i\u003e, legendary drummer Matt Sorum takes music lovers behind the scenes of a remarkable life in rock. Sorum, whose albums have sold tens of millions of copies around the world, provides an honest, engaging account of the highs and lows of superstardom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSorum recounts his childhood years idolising Ringo Starr and surviving an abusive stepfather. After leaving high school, Sorum sold pot to get by. Over time, his drug dealing escalated to smuggling large quantities of cocaine, a career that came to a halt following a dramatic shoot-out. Sorum fled his old life and settled in Hollywood, where he'd enjoy a rapid ascension to rock 'n' roll immortality. He caught his big break drumming for The Cult, and only a year later was invited to join Guns N' Roses, with whom he'd record two of rock's most iconic albums: \u003ci\u003eUse Your Illusion I\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eII\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy Award-winning Sorum opens up with forthright honesty, sharing anecdotes from his time touring the globe, battling drug and alcohol addiction, as well as working with Axl Rose, one of the greatest frontmen in rock, Slash and the rest of the GN'R team. His career with The Cult, Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, Motörhead, the Hollywood Vampires, and Kings of Chaos costars an ensemble of rock royalty, from Billy Idol to Steven Tyler, Billy F Gibbons, and Alice Cooper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDouble Talkin' Jive\u003c\/i\u003e goes beyond the clichés of sex, drugs, and rock 'n' roll, telling the very human story of what it takes to make it in music, and the toll stardom exacts from those who achieve success. Sorum invites fans to revel in the debauchery of the good times, but also paints a stark portrait of life after the party. Music fans of any generation will find value in the pages of this evocative, thoughtful, and candid autobiography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ingram Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46825678143724,"sku":"9781644282212","price":66.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/11726453482773.jpg?v=1758109065"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/matt-sorum.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}