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Ex-GNR Drummer Defends Axl Rose: 'He's Generous and Funny'
13 Jul
Summary
- Former drummer Frank Ferrer spent 19 years with Guns N' Roses.
- Ferrer believes Axl Rose is misunderstood as mean, calling him generous.
- Ferrer left the band in March 2025 and has joined two new bands.
Frank Ferrer, who recently concluded a remarkable 19-year drumming tenure with Guns N' Roses, is speaking out to correct public misconceptions about lead singer Axl Rose. Ferrer, who departed the band in March 2025, stated that Rose is widely misunderstood as a "mean guy" when he is, in fact, generous, funny, and deeply concerned for his bandmates' well-being.
Ferrer joined Guns N' Roses in 2006, initially as a temporary replacement, and became their longest-serving drummer. He played on "Chinese Democracy" and remained with the band after Slash and Duff McKagan's return in 2016. He described Rose as making him feel welcome from their first interactions, praising his dedication and performance under pressure.
Following his departure in March 2025, Ferrer has expressed no ill will, viewing his long stint as a fulfilling chapter that naturally concluded. He has since joined two new bands, the Slax and One Night Only, and continues to perform across Europe, indicating a positive transition after his time with Guns N' Roses.
