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Roddy Bottum - Faith No More
On this episode of Beardo and Weirdo, Chris & Craig dive deep into the life of Roddy Bottum from Faith No More. Roddy shares his incredible journey through the highs and lows of rock stardom, including his struggles with drug addiction and the emotional rollercoaster of writing his memoir, 'The Royal We.'
This isn't just a story about music - it's a raw and honest look at the challenges he faced while navigating fame, friendship, and personal demons. Roddy opens up about the emotional weight of his past, the impact of his father's illness, and the surprising connections he made with fellow musicians like Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain. He reflects on the importance of vulnerability in creativity and how getting sober transformed his artistic expression.
If you've ever wondered what it's like to be in the spotlight while battling addiction, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we explore the complexities of life as a rock star and the power of storytelling in healing. Roddy's insights are not just for fans of Faith No More; they're for anyone who has ever faced their own struggles and sought a way to overcome them. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that might just change your perspective on life and creativity.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Introducing Roddy Bottum
00:03:14 Recoding "The Royal We" Was Emotional
00:05:46 Roddy Bottum Drug Addiction
00:08:18 Roddy Bottum Losing His Father
00:10:23 Relationship with Mothers
00:12:55 Comedic Moments in "The Royal We"
00:14:19 Meeting Courtney Love
00:17:10 Becoming A Rock Star
00:19:49 Faith No More and Metallica
00:21:56 Being A Gay Rockstar
00:24:41 Faith No More Name Change
00:26:16 Bringing People On Tour
00:28:04 Drugs Becoming An Issue
00:31:53 Deciding To Get Sober
00:33:38 Being Creative Off Drugs
00:35:31 Coming Out As Gay
00:42:35 Drug Recovery
00:45:54 The Royal We Book
00:47:18 Dave Lee Friendship
00:48:46 Expectation of Being A Rockstar
00:50:58 Talking About "Faith No More"
00:52:20 The Royal We Book Tour
00:53:26 Rehab with Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain
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By CraigOn this episode of Beardo and Weirdo, Chris & Craig dive deep into the life of Roddy Bottum from Faith No More. Roddy shares his incredible journey through the highs and lows of rock stardom, including his struggles with drug addiction and the emotional rollercoaster of writing his memoir, 'The Royal We.'
This isn't just a story about music - it's a raw and honest look at the challenges he faced while navigating fame, friendship, and personal demons. Roddy opens up about the emotional weight of his past, the impact of his father's illness, and the surprising connections he made with fellow musicians like Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain. He reflects on the importance of vulnerability in creativity and how getting sober transformed his artistic expression.
If you've ever wondered what it's like to be in the spotlight while battling addiction, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we explore the complexities of life as a rock star and the power of storytelling in healing. Roddy's insights are not just for fans of Faith No More; they're for anyone who has ever faced their own struggles and sought a way to overcome them. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that might just change your perspective on life and creativity.
CHAPTERS:
00:00:00 Introducing Roddy Bottum
00:03:14 Recoding "The Royal We" Was Emotional
00:05:46 Roddy Bottum Drug Addiction
00:08:18 Roddy Bottum Losing His Father
00:10:23 Relationship with Mothers
00:12:55 Comedic Moments in "The Royal We"
00:14:19 Meeting Courtney Love
00:17:10 Becoming A Rock Star
00:19:49 Faith No More and Metallica
00:21:56 Being A Gay Rockstar
00:24:41 Faith No More Name Change
00:26:16 Bringing People On Tour
00:28:04 Drugs Becoming An Issue
00:31:53 Deciding To Get Sober
00:33:38 Being Creative Off Drugs
00:35:31 Coming Out As Gay
00:42:35 Drug Recovery
00:45:54 The Royal We Book
00:47:18 Dave Lee Friendship
00:48:46 Expectation of Being A Rockstar
00:50:58 Talking About "Faith No More"
00:52:20 The Royal We Book Tour
00:53:26 Rehab with Courtney Love and Kurt Cobain