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Tommy Lee on New Music, 'Tommy Lee Goes to College,' and Marriage

Ryan SicklerJuly 14, 20201h 6min179,148 views
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New Music and Artistic Vision

  • 🎶 Tommy Lee has released two new singles, "Tops" featuring Pusha T and "Knock Me Down" featuring Kill Vain, from his upcoming album "Andro," dropping October 15th.
  • 💡 The album "Andro" is uniquely structured with one side representing male energy and the other female energy, allowing listeners to choose their vibe.
  • 🎯 He emphasizes a focus on underdogs and lesser-known artists on his new record, aiming to collaborate with and promote emerging talent.

'Tommy Lee Goes to College' Experience

  • 🎓 Lee recounts his experience on the reality show "Tommy Lee Goes to College," where he enrolled in classes at the University of Nebraska.
  • 📚 Despite his rockstar persona, he took the academic challenges seriously, finding horticulture enjoyable but struggling with subjects like chemistry and physics.
  • 🥁 A significant challenge was participating in the college drum corps, as he learned to play by feel rather than reading sheet music, which was a humbling experience.

Early Life and Musical Beginnings

  • 🇬🇷 Born in Athens, Greece, Tommy Lee moved to Los Angeles as a child and grew up with a strong Greek heritage.
  • 🥁 His passion for drumming began at a very young age, with his parents being incredibly supportive, even building him a soundproof room in their garage.
  • 💥 His father's support extended to creating pyrotechnics for his early backyard band, US 101, showcasing a DIY and adventurous spirit.

Onstage Mishaps and Thrill-Seeking

  • ⚠️ Lee shares harrowing stories of onstage accidents, including a severe concussion from a drum kit stunt in Hartford and second and third-degree burns from pyrotechnics.
  • 🎢 He identifies as a thrill-seeker, enjoying activities like skydiving, bungee jumping, and roller coasters, embracing the adrenaline rush.
  • 🍻 He also admits to enjoying a good brawl, especially when fueled by alcohol and with friends, viewing it as a fun, albeit risky, activity.

Marriage and Relationships

  • ❤️ Reflecting on his three marriages, Tommy Lee initially felt he wasn't meant for marriage but found a profound connection with his current wife, Brittany Furlan.
  • 😂 He highlights Furlan's humor and their shared laughter as crucial to their relationship, despite her sometimes shocking habits.
  • 🤢 Lee humorously describes his weak stomach when Furlan shares graphic details or images related to her menstrual cycle, leading to his extreme reactions.
  • 📱 He met Furlan through the dating app Raya, initially following her for years on Vine due to her comedic talent and attractiveness.
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