#2520 - Tommy Lee
Summary
Tommy Lee joins Joe Rogan to discuss his son’s upcoming wedding, contrasting his own chaotic rock star past with his son’s stable life. They share stories about opening for the Rolling Stones, the decline of music industry gatekeepers, and the overwhelming volume of modern content. Lee also reveals his eight-year passion for bonsai, explaining how the meditative practice helps him find peace and balance away from the noise of fame.
Topics discussed
Intro, son's wedding, and life advice
Ads, Rolling Stones backstage, and music industry changes
Billy Squier's career decline and Motley Crue's energy
Ads, bonsai trees, Japanese gardens, and Central Park
Smoking habits, lung cancer stats, and cognitive function
Concerts, flying cars, and the benefits of audiobooks
Ultra-marathons, drumming as cardio, and tribal rhythms
Songwriting process, cosmic perspective, and classic cars
Ferraris, Lamborghinis, and the future of touring
Outro and Farmer's Dog ad
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