Steven Adler

Rock drummer for Guns N' Roses

Steven Adler - Rock drummer for Guns N' Roses
Born

January 22nd, 1965
60 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1965, a rock drummer gained prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. As the original drummer for the band Guns N' Roses, contributed to the creation of the iconic debut album 'Appetite for Destruction', which included classic tracks such as 'Sweet Child o' Mine' and 'Welcome to the Jungle'. Following personal challenges, departed from the band during its rise to fame but remained a notable figure in the music scene. Later formed his own group, Adler’s Appetite, continuing to perform and record music.

Drummed on the album 'Appetite for Destruction'

Worked with the band Guns N' Roses

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