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Ex-GN'R Member Matt Sorum Says Beatles Legend Is Reason Why He Became a Drummer

"I'm honored to call Ringo a friend," the drummer wrote.

In a recent post through his social channels, former Guns N' Roses drummer Matt Sorum wished The Beatles drummer Ringo Starr a happy 80th birthday.

Matt branded Ringo the reason why he became a drummer, writing:

"Happy 80th birthday Ringo. This is a shot from my upcoming book that will be out next year now. The reason I became a drummer was this man.

Like many of us in the mid-'60s that saw The Beatles on TB when they first came to America. They appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show. Although I was a bit young their 4th appearance is what captured my attention with the song 'I Feel Fine.'

"I then received a 45 record from my Brother Mark of 'A Hard Day's Night' and I was never the same along with the rest of the world. Over 73 million tuned in to the Sullivan show that changed rock 'n' roll forever.

"I'm honored to call Ringo a friend as we'd usually be outside the Capitol building today sharing peace and love. You continue to be a huge inspiration in my life, Ringo."

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