1. Artistic Origins: Named after Saul Steinberg.

2. Early Ambition: Slash originally picked up the bass guitar before the 6-string.

3. First Steps: Titus Sloan was his very first band.

4. The Poison Audition: He wore moccasins and refused the glam dress code.

5. Speed Writing: "Welcome to the Jungle" was written in just three hours.

6. Health & Analog: Diagnosed with cardiomyopathy; records on all-analog equipment.