Slash On Strombo: Full Interview

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Legendary fret-master and top hat aficionado Slash riffs on his latest solo LP and reminisces about his career.

[@XLuftWaffleX]

Slash is just awesome. I wish he was real...

[@rehaanshk]

what??

[@joebroker547]

Yeah, I hear ya. He is like a god. :-)

[@hvanhat]

Its a Southpark reference - they made him like Santa Clause in an episode and all the kids find out he isn't real

[@dissonantpulse]

like kanye

[@solarwind7428]

that's fuckin funny

[@johaneriksandberg]

What an increadibly likeable person Slash is, seems so laid back and humble about everything.

[@HyperDangerousThing]

thats the magic effect of his sunglasses

[@johnlarson9246]

I like Slash . He's so reserved , and Very articulate when he Speaks .

[@mattylga01]

is it just me or is slash reeeeeeally reeeeally an interesting person??

[@minimalbeast]

mattylga01 he's one of the most interesting people living right now. Not many people come close to his swag..he's such a chill dude as well..

[@JMunn55]

+mattylga01 Really interesting. Really nice too, and he's one of the last of the pre-1990 rockers still putting out new music

[@Pauldjreadman]

+mattylga01 You got that right and yes he is.

[@gordonbowden2976]

+mattylga01 He's . without a question of a Doubt

[@JMunn55]

Compared to most former drug addicts/alcoholics, he's very smart and articulate

[@twinkle3026]

What a sweet guy, Slash is and i love the interviewer's friendly way of interacting with him.

[@scyllaandcharybdis]

Is it me or does Slash have a voice like aged wine? A very gentle and calm but textured voice?

[@sashaprettyeyes2052]

scyllaandcharybdis yes he does

[@a.krueger6486]

It is you, and it's a fine observation. ☆

[@ashleydimartino2265]

No it's not just you. I've always noticed that about him and as he gets over it softens. It's beautiful isn't it?

[@pooh7886]

he still has the same old laugh

[@melissameeks37]

Agreed ....can listen to him talk all day

[@moreblack]

At the end of the day, all this time later, Axl and Slash did reunite. And it's been awesome.

[@SuperStrik9]

I respect Slash for never giving up on Steven Adler. That's true friendship.

[@ladydi4457]

I agree, they been friends forever, they r like brothers

[@nicholasjarvis8958]

Ya it’s to bad that Steven Adler was just so far gone and burnt out that when GnR went out on that enormous tour a few years back they thought he just wasn’t ready to go out and play the set every night. But at least he got to play a couple times on the tour. It was just sad because he really practiced a lot to try and get his chops back up but it just didn’t work out lol

[@EmmaRiddle543]

@@nicholasjarvis8958lol? That doesn’t seem appropriate

[@dasbakon]

This interviewer is fantastic. So rare to see an interviewer who isn't just poking at the subject, trying to get salacious sound bites. Kudos, sir.

[@SIRDWIGHTKS]

Strombo is the best host I've seen, always genuine and interesting and asks interesting questions. We don't have any one like him in the UK at the moment.

[@Mrjoecreeper]

Like how this interviewer let's him talk.

[@JMunn55]

George is awesome

[@JT-il8ed]

George is one of the best

[@komal_rangoonwala]

Yeah, unlike Piers Morgan. He never lets him talk.

[@loveharrydaily]

I didn't know Slash was so soft-spoken haha. He lets his guitar do the talking.

[@2012wyvern]

Slash is definitely one of those intellectual and articulate (laid back too) rock stars that don't just do music, he is an amazing person

[@gertjan6028]

it's been said so many times but I say it again: Strombo's approach is refreshing

[@TheBillproject]

except when he calls out people for their political beliefs.... like Dave Mustaine. That was a setup

[@austinfailz]

TheBillproject I would've told Stroumboloupoloupalus or whatever his name is to shove it.

[@newtheory7558]

There is something creepy about the dude to me; the way he stares without blinking and then does that fake ass laugh of his..

[@ivanjurisic8024]

Slash is so nice and polite person! Great Interview!

[@stevekay9437]

great interview

[@jamichavarria2615]

I love you Slash of my heart

[@RockyRaccoonRockin]

The English in him

[@speedspeed121]

This is probably the first Slash interview where they didn't ask about Axl. Those questions always pissed Slash off.

[@moddingmatrix2791]

@Talksense He is NOT most responsible for Slash's rise to fame

[@moddingmatrix2791]

@Talksense Slash would've been taken into a hundred different bands, it's not like Slash need GnR to be successful

[@sabrinawanderer7560]

😂😂😂😂

[@mariselac.7099]

I freakin LOVE slash he's so amazing and talented. I love him so much!!!

[@nathanbhall76]

This would have to be my favorite Slash interview I've seen out there. Being Aussie, I haven't seen this show or interviewer before, but damn, that was fantastic. Slash IS THEE most coolest person on the planet and the coolest that will ever be. I don't envy anyone more. What can I say.....I just get a buzz out of everything Slash does......he is the package. If Slash could read this, I wish I could just say thank you for existing and keeping a legendary status whilst being humble and keeping it real.

[@JiBenJiBee]

Great interview. So much well articulated perspective and insight. I would like this vid 5 times if I could.

[@marshall5762]

What an awesome interview, Slash is the man.

[@JT-il8ed]

Wow man just wow. Two guys that have mastered their craft. Strombo and slash you both are effing awesome. Cheers !

[@dwaynetk4031]

Kudos to the interviewer. Great questions and not many interruptions. The best interview I've seen.

[@3219993]

i had no idea slash was so well connected before the gnr days and his parents and stuff. good interview!!

[@clince-rx2be]

SLASH IS AWESOME

[@tyruskam]

Slash is the only guy who can spot a top had and still look bad ass.

[@Gibson1976uk]

I play a Les Paul Gibson and going back 20 odd years :) I remember wanting one because of Slash, great guitars!! when it comes to rock!! the Les Paul really has the BALLS

[@louiseleonguerrero8775]

Slash is very lucky he got to live his dream while most of us couldn't.

[@route6666]

Well tbh most people don’t try. Slash isn’t necessary lucky. He used to spend nearly 12 hours a day playing a guitar in his teens. Most people won’t ever try to do that because it’s “too hard” Slash sacrificed a lot and it payed off. He didn’t get lucky.

[@cheothegeo2742]

You think luck was all it was? U think he was just handed his dream and this amazing life? This is a guy who spent most of his youth homeless and penniless. Why do so many musicians develop alcohol or drug problems? B/c that’s how desperate and hopeless things get when playing your own music is all you wanna do. There’s a lot of idle existential time and it gets to a point where getting fucked up is the only way to deal with yourself. You’re choosing to live this hard life as a destitute couch surfer hoping that someday maybe a record company throws you a life line. These are guys who were willing to die as junkies and alcoholic nobodies in pursuit of a mythical rockstar dream that they think will make their lives better and solve all their problems but actually warped their entire reality and made their lives a whole lot worse. this rockstar dream almost killed him 3 times. The only luck I see is that he actually lived through and overcame all of that shit to still be able to support himself doing his own thing today and he managed to find 3 musicians and 1 psychotic singer that just so happened to have such amazing musical chemistry together. But he fucking paid for it. He earned it and a life that looks perfect and glamorous will never feel perfect or glamorous when you’re the one who has to live it.

[@recabitejehonadab2654]

Not luck, he earned it.

[@markcross3411]

Strombo had just great questions. Felt more like two mate's having a casual chat than an interview. Learnt a bit from slash too and his perspective is so interesting. Really enjoyed this..thanks..

[@patriciamcdermott9589]

thanks! that was really good. not the usual stupid questions that everyone seems to ask over and over again. i could listen to Slash talk for the rest of my life. he's such a real guy, he's awesome!

[@dbenmil]

AWESOME video! Thanks so much for posting! Slash has been my Guitar God since 1992. One of the most talented, raw and real artists of all-time! Seeing Slash and Myles Kennedy LIVE for the 3rd time in September. Super pysched!

[@billyc6678]

One of the best interviews I’ve with him

[@doctorbillzable]

If you haven't already, you really should pick up a copy of his book "Slash". Even if you don't really like him, you'll like the book, it's pretty good. I think he should write more. Oh, and Duff's book, "Its so easy...and other lies" is really good too!

[@dtothemain1434]

Slash's book is fantastic, Just about to start reading Duff's & then I'll move onto Matt Sorums.

[@50hellkat2]

Stevie Wonder Good to know. Luv biographies.

[@taffysaur]

Never liked Guns n' Roses (really I just can't stand Axl's voice), but Slash always seemed like a really sincere, chill dude to me. I liked Velvet Revolver, too. I will certainly check his book out! I don't doubt he's had an interesting time of it, to say the least.

[@doctorbillzable]

Mychael Darklighter Really, that's too bad.I think Axl is one of my top most male vocalists. But being a huge fan, I respect others opinions of him. Enjoy Slash's book!

[@JMunn55]

+Stevie Wonder It's such a good read!

[@dawnmanuel7372]

He is always so laid back! He has never boasted about his fame, just very humble! Love ya Slash.

[@billieprice6023]

This was an amazing interview. Informative and I enjoyed it very much. Slash has made his path on the Rock and Roll road and he has been honest about his life and if you you've not read his book, you should. I respect him and always will.

[@davidjollie3807]

Guns N Roses one of the most know bands GLOBALLY and he still says Michael Jackson was just too famous............Humble and true

[@MDkid1]

Amazing interview!

[@elie876]

I still remember the day my parents told me slash isn't real, I felt so sad.

[@jaclynmoylan1905]

Great Interview. Slash seems like such a genuine all around great guy.

[@NaltrexoneInjection]

Slash is far from burnt out - He is in the top 7 Guitarist & has the number 1 image. We love you dude

[@rockngrohl123]

I love how this interview doesn't mention Axl and Slash's personal difficulties other than saying "other personal stuff". Good work.

[@Kapleo121]

The mans a fucking godsend.

[@lamontprospect9974]

I find his interviews very interesting to listen to. He presents as a very personable, sensitive and intelligent person. From what little I know about him, it sounds as if he has been through a lot. He is quite a survivor in his own right. I like what he said about taking the energy he was putting into drinking and channeling it into music and other far more productive areas. It's amazing how much energy is wasted on certain behaviors that are so unproductive. It just goes to prove that even if you are very successful (in terms of fame and fortune), there are still many challenges in life that one has to deal with or overcome. Congratulations to him for being able to do that. I'm sure with his level of fame and fortune it wasn't very easy and must be a bit of a day-to-day struggle. But he appears so focused. I admire that kind of behavior. It's very positive and I think it rubs off in a positive way on other people.

[@lamontprospect9974]

Many years ago I was studying to earn my PhD in School Psychology from Loyola in Chicago. At the time, psychologists were studying problem solving and creativity. I learned that there was no correlation between drug use and creativity- which is a really positive thing. Drugs don't increase creativity. That whole thing is just a myth that so many people buy into. They think the more drugs they take the more creative it will make them. But it just doesn't fly. I think that's what Slash was trying to communicate here.

[@gayatriramchandran2579]

he's super chill and he's greatt

[@tanalbi]

Slash speaking? Oh my gawd!

[@AbirTarafdar]

Very smart and aware.

[@747Rocko]

wow i never fail to be amazed at how well spoken he is

[@happinessiswhatyoumakeit2376]

I love this interview

[@zacharyjones5102]

He does exist!

[@MrLump]

It’s my dad

[@theresaxxf8186]

Congratulations Slash on everything 💥

[@thebigstir]

Missed this one on the other tube. Really good interview, Icon musician.

[@asqw37pickle]

You're a good interviewer! You ask all the right questions!

[@azrikahar2620]

Once in a blue moon, we get to see a really good guitarist... But once in a lifetime, we get to see Slash... One of the most iconic if not the best guitarist the world has ever had the privilege to listen and to watch. Certainly a hero of mine and undoubtedly the man that made me look at a guitar as an art not just an instrument. An icon... A legend... I'm so happy that he is still playing and producing music for the future generations to hear... Slash is not just a name, he's a legend... Congratulations on the Hall of Fame Awards... Truly deserving... I still have the "Appetite For Destructions" album on cassette tape... One of my prized possession... :)

[@mikemorris3457]

A classic man whos keep it real!

[@taylorpoppe6185]

Slash rocks on stage and seem nice and cool

[@chadcooper9116]

what a great interview. strombo is great as well, class act.

[@SydtheKyd]

Two of my favorite people together on one stage :)

[@GEricG]

Great interviewer. Very relaxed,more like a conversation.

[@325aliceI]

It doesn't seem that long ago,and yet it feels like a lifetime ago.....Slash is so right.

[@astralclub5964]

I remember when my little daughter asked me if Slash was real! Had to do some real fast footwork. Didn’t want to ruin the Holiday for her.

[@zacwhyte]

Top 10 interview for sure. Epic content.

[@granulosum1]

i love you slash,i cant wait to see you soon at metro city perth !

[@samanthaclayton2386]

Great interview,first time seen for me.Never seen any uk interviews.🎩❤

[@Vailover4ever]

George is one of the best at what he does.

[@Sman-dc1ow]

Cool interview. Slash is pretty outspoken.

[@AstralFrost]

Slash is someone whom I have great respect for.

[@spartanhillfarm6258]

One of the realist and coolest people in rock n roll history

[@joystixxify]

FINALLY! been waiting for this forever

[@motleycrue500]

I have noticed in interviews Slash is very well spoken.I also get the sense that both he and Axl share in common a slight sense of 'shyness' perhaps in interviews. Robert DeNiro, John Mellancamp, Prince, etc...have commented that although used to be the center of attention in their individual professions, when it comes to interviews they are somewhat shy :) .....still though i always enjoy hearing Slash speak. johnny knoxville does a great interview with lemmy!! highly suggested!

[@hawkeye770]

Slash is so gorgeous inside and out. Truly.

[@MomDryson]

That was the best thing you ever did in you life slash. You and your talent will get somewhere wonderful in your life. Said With Love, JC

[@NosferatusLair]

Pretty cool interview. Love slash

[@TermimamorOfficial]

cool guitarist. and good style.

[@webelonghere]

I love Slash..

[@UnrealStarcraftLive]

such an amazing guy

[@mattorama]

Only Slash could walk around wearing that freaking hat and still be taken seriously. What a dude.

[@uberd0gAlpha]

Good interview. I've never heard of this guy before but damn he'd done his homework.

[@ashleysusie24]

Slash is just such an interesting Character with so many different interest

[@oldnetfag]

Strombo is the fucking Boss host.

[@TheeAbstractHero]

Too bad the interview with Dave Mustaine was so short and ended on a sour note.

[@TheeAbstractHero]

***** Yeah I've come to realize Dave is somethin else. lmao

[@denisemadonna8959]

Just a Humble, guy

[@breakabletape]

Slash gives an awesome interview. I don't quite care for most of G n' R, and I think Slash grew creatively when he dropped the Axl baggage.

[@mattousley2125]

I like this interview. The interviewer talks to him like his at the hardware store.

[@RolandSpecialSauce]

It's 2022 and Slash and Axl are now back together and touring. How crazy it that?

[@davidyoung1962]

the strom just puts everyone at ease so they will talk. slash is a regular guy.

[@tanmaykitkat]

straight to the point interview

[@crazybitches135]

This interviewer is awesome! He's asked the unasked questions...thank god.

[@huraboma]

George rocks...used to have an awesome metal radio show. Slash is a really cool guy too

[@moonlightpotato8462]

I love slash

[@thecool887]

So that's how he sounds like! EPIC!!!!

[@richardhudak685]

I WISH I COULD PLAY LIKE HIM SWEET CHILD OF MINE

[@Gibson1976uk]

I can say that I was a Guns Fan when I was a teen! and Slash was always my fave!! I followed him from Snake Pit all the way up to now! one of my fave guitar players of all time

[@CherryyChauhandotinc]

He's Always Been Genuine :)

[@conorhill9758]

He wears it because slash fans like to see him wear it

[@MIZORAM_mafaka_hnamte]

*Damn...George has good knowledge of Hard Rock music...I appreciate that*

[@andersonbryan3372]

People need to stop comparing Jesus and slash, like sure he can walk on water, but can he play solos

[@Sugafied08]

This comment is GOLD🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@rovadelcast]

Que bonita sonrisa de slashhhhhh😍😍😍😍😍 me gusta escucharlo hablar y reirse

[@leimbolton-zerebeski4051]

3:20 he is so talking about axl rose

[@johnulcer]

He was more-so referring to Scott Weiland imo. Weiland was a real diva, more so than Axl.

[@TheOneAndOnlyMiltos]

i really enjoyed that

[@danabudweglynn8030]

Share a birthday with him and just love him to pieces. Awesome talent and cute as a button.

[@Ronnagage]

Great interview. Loved the women's points of view.