Chatting to Triple M's Iron Hayden, Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler revealed he is the real inspiration behind the Motley Crue song Kick Start My Heart.

The drummer, who's touring Australia May 2018 told Triple M Sixx he found Sixx passed out and Adler saved his glam rock friend by putting him in the shower, slapping his face before paramedics gave Sixx a life saving injection, inspiring the hit single.

Chatting to Triple M's Iron Hayden, Guns N' Roses drummer Steven Adler revealed he is the real inspiration behind the Motley Crue song Kick Start My Heart. The drummer, who's touring Australia May 2018 told Triple M Sixx he found Sixx passed out and Adler saved his glam rock friend by putting him in the shower, slapping his face before paramedics gave Sixx a life saving injection, inspiring the hit single.

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Steven Adler of Guns N' Roses on saving Nikki Sixx's life

In this episode of Hard N Heavy Headlines, Emmy Mack of RedHook brings you the latest and greatest from the world of rock and metal. Tune in as we dive into the shocking announcement from British rock icons You Me At Six, who are set to embark on their final ever tour, visiting Australian cities including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth in January 2025. Supported by rising UK heavy stars Holding Absence, this is a farewell you won't want to miss.

We also explore the possibility of a future Australian tour from System of a Down, as frontman Serj Tankian hints at the band's openness to small tours and one-off shows. In other news, Anthrax's Scott Ian calls out Kerry King over the Slayer reunion, expressing his frustration after taking their retirement announcement at face value.

As AC/DC gears up for their first tour in eight years, we reveal their new touring lineup featuring rock legends Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Stevie Young, Matt Laug, and Chris Chaney. Slipknot fans, rejoice! It's finally official—Eloy Casagrande is the new drummer, confirmed by the band on Instagram. Casagrande shares his excitement and gratitude with fans around the world.

In a surprising revelation, Jet frontman Nic Cester reveals he once auditioned to be AC/DC's new frontman during Brian Johnson's health hiatus, a role that ultimately went to Axl Rose. Plus, Ghost announces their first-ever movie, 'Rite Here Rite Now,' set to hit Australian cinemas for two days only. This concert movie promises more than just live performances, with a ghoulish narrative woven into the cinematic experience.

In this episode of Hard N Heavy Headlines, Emmy Mack of RedHook brings you the latest and greatest from the world of rock and metal. Tune in as we dive into the shocking announcement from British rock icons You Me At Six, who are set to embark on their final ever tour, visiting Australian cities including Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth in January 2025. Supported by rising UK heavy stars Holding Absence, this is a farewell you won't want to miss.
We also explore the possibility of a future Australian tour from System of a Down, as frontman Serj Tankian hints at the band's openness to small tours and one-off shows. In other news, Anthrax's Scott Ian calls out Kerry King over the Slayer reunion, expressing his frustration after taking their retirement announcement at face value.
As AC/DC gears up for their first tour in eight years, we reveal their new touring lineup featuring rock legends Brian Johnson, Angus Young, Stevie Young, Matt Laug, and Chris Chaney. Slipknot fans, rejoice! It's finally official—Eloy Casagrande is the new drummer, confirmed by the band on Instagram. Casagrande shares his excitement and gratitude with fans around the world.
In a surprising revelation, Jet frontman Nic Cester reveals he once auditioned to be AC/DC's new frontman during Brian Johnson's health hiatus, a role that ultimately went to Axl Rose. Plus, Ghost announces their first-ever movie, 'Rite Here Rite Now,' set to hit Australian cinemas for two days only. This concert movie promises more than just live performances, with a ghoulish narrative woven into the cinematic experience.

You Me At Six Announce Final Ever Aussie Tour, Scott Ian Is Pissed At Slayer + MORE

Join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown as we sit down with the iconic Brendan B. Brown of Wheatus. Fresh off the Pandemonium Festival and an acoustic tour across Australia with Art Alexakis of Everclear, Brendan brings his tales of music, mayhem, and more to our listeners. Dive into the nostalgic journey of Wheatus, from their early days in the New York music scene to the unforgettable hit "Teenage Dirtbag" and their surprising stint living at Jimmy Barnes' place here in Australia. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories of international tours, high-energy gigs, and personal moments with music legends. Plus, don't miss the fun as Brendan plays "Write, Party, Dinner" with some of the biggest names in music.

Join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown as we sit down with the iconic Brendan B. Brown of Wheatus. Fresh off the Pandemonium Festival and an acoustic tour across Australia with Art Alexakis of Everclear, Brendan brings his tales of music, mayhem, and more to our listeners. Dive into the nostalgic journey of Wheatus, from their early days in the New York music scene to the unforgettable hit "Teenage Dirtbag" and their surprising stint living at Jimmy Barnes' place here in Australia. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories of international tours, high-energy gigs, and personal moments with music legends. Plus, don't miss the fun as Brendan plays "Write, Party, Dinner" with some of the biggest names in music.

Brendan B. Brown of Wheatus Talks Life After ‘Teenage Dirtbag’

Join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown as we welcome Elly-May Barnes to celebrate her debut solo album, ‘NO GOOD’. In this episode, Elly-May dives into the excitement and creative process behind her album, discussing the collaborative efforts with notable artists like Shane Nicholson and Diesel. As the daughter of Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes, Elly-May shares personal insights into how her father's influence is intertwined with her music while maintaining her unique artistic vision. Overcoming the challenges of Cerebral Palsy, she opens up about how collaborative songwriting has been a transformative journey for her. This episode also gives us a peek into her increasingly unhinged Cabaret shows and what lies ahead for her touring plans. Don’t miss the heartfelt stories of growing up with a rock icon, where Elly-May reminisces about her musical requests to her 'Uncle Mark', better known to the world as Diesel. Tune in for a heartfelt exploration of music, family, and resilience.

Join Matty O on Triple M Homegrown as we welcome Elly-May Barnes to celebrate her debut solo album, ‘NO GOOD’. In this episode, Elly-May dives into the excitement and creative process behind her album, discussing the collaborative efforts with notable artists like Shane Nicholson and Diesel. As the daughter of Australian rock legend Jimmy Barnes, Elly-May shares personal insights into how her father's influence is intertwined with her music while maintaining her unique artistic vision. Overcoming the challenges of Cerebral Palsy, she opens up about how collaborative songwriting has been a transformative journey for her. This episode also gives us a peek into her increasingly unhinged Cabaret shows and what lies ahead for her touring plans. Don’t miss the heartfelt stories of growing up with a rock icon, where Elly-May reminisces about her musical requests to her 'Uncle Mark', better known to the world as Diesel. Tune in for a heartfelt exploration of music, family, and resilience.

Steven Adler of Guns N' Roses on saving Nikki Sixx's life

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