Season 3 #2 Tracii GunsSeason 3 #2 Tracii Guns
How To Be Sad with Helen Russell
This episode is something of a departure - how often do you hear a happiness researcher in conversation with a heavy metal icon? Not often enough, we decided. So today’s guest is the man who put the gun in Guns ‘n Roses and LA Guns. He’s had 10 studi...
52:13•22 Sept 2021
Rock and Roll Reflections: Tracii Guns on Music, Life, and Embracing Sadness
“I got fucking lucky because I was too clueless to realize that all my expectations might have not come true.”
What happens when a happiness researcher chats with a heavy metal legend? You get a riveting conversation between Helen Russell and Tracii Guns, the guitarist who helped shape Guns N' Roses and LA Guns. In this episode of 'How to Be Sad', Tracii opens up about his extraordinary life in the rock world, from the wild days of glam metal to his quieter moments of introspection.
He shares tales of playing golf with Eddie Van Halen, surviving the chaos of the 80s rock scene, and navigating the highs and lows that come with fame and creativity. But it’s not all sex, pizza, and rock 'n' roll. Tracii also dives into his struggles with agoraphobia, the haunting 'Hollow Ghost' feeling, and how he's found a sense of peace living in Denmark.
Through their candid chat, Helen and Tracii explore how sadness can coexist with joy, and why embracing both is essential for a fulfilling life. Whether you're a fan of heavy metal or just curious about the human side of rock legends, this episode offers a unique look at finding balance in a life filled with extremes.
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