This week, legendary guitar player Slash joined Matt Pinfield for another episode of New & Approved.
Slash just released a new album with Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators called “4,” which can now be purchased or streamed. Slash discusses how the album came to be and how it was affected by the pandemic. He also chats about working with producer Dave Cobb, how he originally met Myles Kennedy, and the chemistry that developed between them.
Although he used to not be a fan of biographies, Slash discussed how he changed his mind when he worked with Anthony Bozza on his own autobiography “Slash.” He also tells Matt about his favorite records and how they influenced his career including Aerosmith’s “Rocks,” The Who’s “Who’s Next,” and Cream’s “Disraeli Gears.” Slash also speaks about some of the most inspiring moments and shows that have occurred throughout his life, including meeting Motorhead’s Lemmy Kilmister. Slash also explains the meaning and inspiration behind “The River Is Rising” from the new album along with the band’s upcoming tour.