Matt Sorum is a Grammy Award–winning drummer, producer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, best known for his work with Guns N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver, and The Cult.

With a career spanning decades on some of the world’s biggest stages, Matt has helped define modern rock music while earning international recognition for his technical mastery, creative vision, and leadership. Beyond music, he is a passionate advocate for the arts, youth empowerment, and community-based impact initiatives.

Matt is the founder of Adopt the Arts, a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring music education in underserved public schools. Through his philanthropic work, he has raised millions of dollars to support arts programs, believing deeply in creativity as a catalyst for confidence, innovation, and positive social change.

In addition to his nonprofit efforts, Matt is an accomplished producer and entrepreneur, working across music, media, and experiential projects that bridge culture, storytelling, and purpose. His work reflects a commitment to using influence responsibly and creating platforms that empower the next generation of creatives and changemakers.