Born on February 6, 1962, in Lafayette, Indiana, William Bruce Rose Jr.

, famously known as Axl Rose,

would go on to become one of the most influential and enigmatic figures in the history of rock music.
As the lead vocalist and frontman of Guns N’ Roses, Rose’s raw and powerful voice, charismatic stage
presence, and controversial persona propelled him to stardom.

Axl Rose’s childhood was far from idyllic. He experienced a turbulent upbringing, marked by constant
moving and family discord. Raised in a strict religious household, Rose rebelled against his
surroundings, finding solace in music. Inspired by bands like The Rolling Stones, Queen, and AC/DC,
he developed a passion for rock music that would shape his destiny.

In the early 1980s, Rose formed a band called Hollywood Rose, which laid the groundwork for what
would eventually become Guns N’ Roses. After several lineup changes, the band solidified with Rose
as the lead vocalist, Slash and Izzy Stradlin on guitars, Duff McKagan on bass, and Steven Adler on
drums. Together, they created a sound that blended elements of hard rock, punk, and blues,
capturing the raw energy and rebellious spirit of the era.