London Town Rocks
Hey Man,
Had a day off today in London. Cruised around all day w Ace Went to Old Bond St. did some shopping. Took the Pic below next to Keith Richards on a new Louis Vuitton ad. Ace wanted to go to TopShop to get some Kate Moss stuff. We don't have that in the states yet, Ace got some good stuff. I bought myself a pair of snakeskin boots. Saw Slash on a double decker bus and had to take a picture Then headed back over to Harvey Nichols for another burger. Back to the hotel then off to see the musical "'Wicked" very cool amazing cast of dancers and singers. Ace being a dancer she loved it. After the musical we hit Nobu for some latenight Sushi. Sitting next to us was Hugh Grant. I like that guy. Off to Germany tomorrow for a gig. Goodbye UK Had A blast Thanks Everybody see u again soon.
Love,
Matt
Matt n Ace visit the Crazy Pig
Hey Everybody,
Been in London for a few days. Played Brixton Academy two nights and play down in Brighton today. It has been fun, really love London. We love going shopping here. Ace loves all the designers, Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen. We cruised down to a place called the Crazy Pig yesterday. It is an amazing jewelry shop that has been around forever. The guy that runs it was the original guy at a place called Great frog where I met him in the late eighties. I went to the shop with the late great Randy Castillo and Zakk Wilde who were in Ozzy's band at the time. I was playing in The Cult and living in London in an area called Swiss Cottage and Ozzy was at my hotel. We got into all shorts of trouble together mainly alot of drinking and rock n roll craziness. Anyway Randy always had the coolest jewelry , Skull rings and awesome wallet chains etc. Crazy pig did the original Keith Richards skull and his bracelet as well. also Ozzy, Ian Astbury, James Hettfeld etc. So in picked up a skull ring for myself and a smaller matching one for Ace. I have had a couple in my lifetime and lost them. This one is marked lucky number 7 inside. A limited edition yearly. So if you skull fans,Keith fans this is the original If you're in London stop by. Its at 38 Short's Garden, Covent Garden area. Also dont forget when you're in LA come by SorumNoce 85681/4 Melrose We have my line of cloths as well as jewelry and photography.
have Fun, Matt
A night out with Pearl and her Band
Hello Friends,
In London now, have 2 gigs here, getting ready to do Kerrang TV. Just thought I would say hi. Had Dinner last night with Pearl and her band at the world famous Nobu sushi bar. awesome place. Yes thats Scott Ian from Anthrax in the photos He is Pearl's other half. They have been together' as long as I have known the guy. They have been opening for us last couple of shows as well as the next few. Had a blast with them. Got caught up on our rock stories with Scott and all around good time.
Matt
PS Like taking pictures of my girlfriend can u see why??
Hangin backstage with Mr. Robert Plant
Hey friends,
After the last couple of days, and all the craziness Had a really cool surprise, Robert Plant came into our dressing room and we had a nice sit down with him for a least an hour. Its so weird, even though here I am playing in bands for all these years and meeting so many famous musicians and people. This was really a highlight. What a great guy. Have met him before when I was with the Cult. He came to a show at Manchester Apollo. As well as last time with VR there. Tonight was just cool and more intimate I guess We just shot the shit. A few road stories and he told me he wrote Black Country Woman about a girl that was from the area we were playing in called Wolverhampton. Wow, trivia from the man himself. His son was in the opening band and Dad was playing roadie for the night. The band is called Aura and they were young and rockin. Very blues based alot like Zep. Also on the bill is Scott Ians band with his girl Pearl, another kid of rockstar Meatloaf. Awesome singer and great performer. Cool to hang with Scott , good friend and cool dude. So pretty cool night all in all. Got more good news from LA after getting on the bus on the way back to Birmingham. Mike Inez from Alice in Chains went in my new clothing store and bought one of my leather jackets. Like I said Keepin the Rock alive and very well.
I'll keep u posted my friends, Matt
Glasgow gig
Hey all you great Fans,
So last night was interesting. Had a little band turmoil on stage as you probably all could tell. Being in a band is a lot like being in a relationship. Sometimes you just don't get along. I guess there has been more turmoil lately I guess with the cancellations and all.
It has been frustrating I am not going to lie. My career and life in Rock n Roll has come with its ups and downs. Unfortunatly some people in this business don't realize how great of a life they have. Touring the world, meeting great people and fans all over the world. And just playing music for a living. I feel truly blessed. But sometimes the road can be draining for some, being away from home and family does grind on you sometimes. With all the traveling and different beds. Personally I Love this Shit and sometimes can't believe I am so lucky to still be doing what I do for a living.
Everybody could see who was unhappy lastnight but all I can say is Let's keep the Rock alive people!!!! In this life u just pick up and keep moving. And don't ever let anybody stand in your way. The TRUTH Rock On!!!!!!
Matt
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Thanks Manchester, Liverpool n Leeds
Hey Rockers, Having a great time on this UK tour so far Except if I eat anymore Chicken Tiki I am going to burst. Great gigs and fans. Thanks and cheers, Matt Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile