Velvet Revolver

Velvet Revolver

Keynote Speaker: Velvet Revolver is an American hard rock band that formed in 2004 when former members of Guns N' Roses

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Velvet Revolver Biography

Velvet Revolver is an American hard rock band that formed in 2004 when former members of Guns N' Roses, Slash, Duff McKagan, and Matt Sorum, decided to get together and form a new group. The trio recruited Dave Kushner from Wasted Youth, and Scott Weiland of Stone Temple Pilots to round out the band. 2004 marked the release of the band's debut album, “Contraband,” which met with positive reviews but left fans of their previous bands somewhat skeptical. The album spawned the song “Slither,” with earned the band a Grammy Award in 2005 for 'Best Hard Rock Performance.' The band followed up with “Libertad” in 2007 and embarked on a tour with Alice in Chains. Just as the band was beginning to develop a following, Weiland quit to re-join Stone Temple Pilots in 2008. Velvet Revolver has been unable to fill Weiland's shoes since and the band has been on an indefinite hiatus.

When Guns N' Roses parted ways, McKagan, Slack and Sorum remained friends and often worked with one another on side projects; each musician helped the other out on solo albums, and it was from this collaboration that the trio got the idea to continue to work together. McKagan had been friends with Kushner for years and introduced him to Slash and the fit was instant, the quartet was all on the same page musically. However, it proved much more difficult for the trio to find the right kind of fit for a lead singer. McKagan had always thought Weiland had what it took and after many auditions, McKagan contacted Weiland directly. Weiland was hesitant at first, but as Stone Temple Pilots had broken up a year earlier he was free to embark on a new project.

While Weiland was recording music for the group's debut album he was arrested for drug possession, which became a recurring problem for the band. The band pushed ahead and signed with RCA Records. When the single “Slither” debuted at #1 the Billboard 200, the band knew they had something good.

The band went on to win numerous awards and also record music for the films “The Hulk” and 'The Fantasic Four.” Velvet Revolver hit the road in 2005 to support '“Contraband,” and toured for almost two years. Around this time various members of the band began to abuse drugs and alcohol, which affected the stability of the band.

In 2007 the band were dealt a blow when Weiland decided to enter a rehab program, and was arrested for drug possession again. 2008 saw Velvet Revolver tour the U.S. and the U.K., and Weiland's substance abuse became so problematic that the remaining members of the band decided to fire him. Their last show with Weiland was played in Netherlands on the U.K. leg of their tour. Weiland reunited with former band members of Stone Temple Pilots in 2008, while Velvet Revolver continued to search for a new frontman. Despite the band members’ solo projects, Velvet Revolver reunited for a one-off performance with Weiland at a benefit concert for the late John O'Brien, in 2012. Currently Velvet Revolver are working on new material and still searching for a lead vocalist.

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Speaking fees for Velvet Revolver, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Velvet Revolver, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Velvet Revolver speak about?

Velvet Revolver is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.

Who is the agent for Velvet Revolver?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Velvet Revolver for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Velvet Revolver for your next private or corporate function.

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Velvet Revolver is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music and Celebrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Velvet Revolver for live events is $50,000 - $100,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Velvet Revolver can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Mumford and Sons, Metric and The Kills. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Velvet Revolver for an upcoming event.

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  • How do I book Velvet Revolver to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Velvet Revolver for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Velvet Revolver, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Velvet Revolver or any other speaker of your choice.

  • How much does it cost to book Velvet Revolver for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Velvet Revolver, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $50,000 - $100,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Velvet Revolver, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

  • What topics does Velvet Revolver speak about?

    Velvet Revolver is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.

  • Who is the agent for Velvet Revolver?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Velvet Revolver for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Velvet Revolver for your next private or corporate function.

  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Velvet Revolver or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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