Slash is a British-American musician, singer, and songwriter. He is best known as the lead guitarist of the American hard rock band Guns N' Roses, with whom he achieved worldwide success in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Born July 23, 1965 in Hampstead, London, England, UK
Birth Name Saul Hudson
Height 5' 10" (1.78 m)
Birth Name Saul Hudson
Height 5' 10" (1.78 m)
Born Saul Hudson in London in 1965, Slash began playing guitar at a young age, and he quickly developed a passion for the instrument. He moved to Los Angeles in his teens, where he formed Guns N' Roses with singer Axl Rose and bassist Duff McKagan. The band's 1987 debut album, "Appetite for Destruction," is widely considered one of the greatest debut albums of all time, and it established the band as one of the biggest acts in the world.
Throughout his career with Guns N' Roses, Slash became known for his virtuosic guitar playing and his charismatic stage presence. He is widely considered one of the greatest guitarists of all time, and he has been cited as an influence by countless other musicians. In addition to his work with Guns N' Roses, Slash has also played with a number of other bands and artists, including Velvet Revolver and Slash's Snakepit.
Slash's guitar playing is marked by a distinctive style that combines elements of punk, blues, and classical music. He is known for his fast, fluid playing and his use of advanced techniques such as sweep picking, legato runs, and alternate picking. He is also known for his use of effects such as distortion and delay, which he uses to create a powerful, raw sound.
In addition to his musical accomplishments, Slash is also known for his personal style, which includes his trademark top hat, sunglasses, and leather jackets. He has been credited with helping to define the "rock star" image, and he has been cited as a fashion icon by numerous publications.
Throughout his career, Slash has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Guns N' Roses, and being placed in several lists such as Rolling Stone's "The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time" and "The 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Guitarists of All Time."
Slash continues to be a prolific musician to this day, releasing solo albums, collaborating with other artists and with Guns N' Roses for tours and live shows. His influence on the music industry and on the guitar playing community is immeasurable, solidifying him as a true legend in the history of rock music.
Throughout his career with Guns N' Roses, Slash became known for his virtuosic guitar playing and his charismatic stage presence. He is widely considered one of the greatest guitarists of all time, and he has been cited as an influence by countless other musicians. In addition to his work with Guns N' Roses, Slash has also played with a number of other bands and artists, including Velvet Revolver and Slash's Snakepit.
Slash's guitar playing is marked by a distinctive style that combines elements of punk, blues, and classical music. He is known for his fast, fluid playing and his use of advanced techniques such as sweep picking, legato runs, and alternate picking. He is also known for his use of effects such as distortion and delay, which he uses to create a powerful, raw sound.
In addition to his musical accomplishments, Slash is also known for his personal style, which includes his trademark top hat, sunglasses, and leather jackets. He has been credited with helping to define the "rock star" image, and he has been cited as a fashion icon by numerous publications.
Throughout his career, Slash has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Guns N' Roses, and being placed in several lists such as Rolling Stone's "The 100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time" and "The 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Guitarists of All Time."
Slash continues to be a prolific musician to this day, releasing solo albums, collaborating with other artists and with Guns N' Roses for tours and live shows. His influence on the music industry and on the guitar playing community is immeasurable, solidifying him as a true legend in the history of rock music.