On December 15th 2020 Tesla bassist Brian Wheat’s book “Son Of A Milkman” will hit stores.

Wheat didn’t originally set out to write a book, he just took a suggestion from his therapist.

Brian took some time to speak with me about the dark and the light spots in the book.

He has struggled with anxiety yet stood on stages in front of thousands.

We discuss an encounter he had with Chris Cornell shortly before he passed.

The book has a foreword by Def Leppard singer Joe Elliott.

A release about the book said “Brian Wheat is far from your typical rock star. As bassist for the multi-platinum band, Tesla, he’s enjoyed the spoils of success and lived the sex, drugs, and rock ‘n’ roll lifestyle to the hilt. But it came at a cost, one that took years to repair.

In this deeply honest and utterly revealing memoir, Wheat sheds light on the many challenges he faces, including bulimia, weight issues, and the crippling anxiety and depression caused by his conditions. Just like the songs his legendary band made, this is no-nonsense, bluecollar storytelling at its best. While revealing the vulnerable human behind the bass guitar, this autobiography also offers tremendous stories of life on the road, and collaborations and encounters with legendary figures like his pals in Def Leppard, David Lee Roth, Alice Cooper, and Paul McCartney. Son of a Milkman will entertain, surprise, and inspire longtime fans of this enduring band.”

Check out the conversation I had with Brian below.

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