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Mick Mars Recorded While Unconscious
Mick Mars recorded guitar parts while unconscious after falling drunk.
In brief
Mick Mars recorded guitar parts while unconscious after falling drunk. Mick Mars recorded Girls, Girls, Girls guitar parts while unconscious after falling drunk. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Mick Mars Unconscious Recording
Mick Mars recorded Mötley Crüe's Girls, Girls, Girls album while unconscious after falling drunk.
“I was drunk. I fell flat on my face, but I could still squeeze out some notes, even though I was unconscious.”
Album Release Details
Mötley Crüe's Girls, Girls, Girls album was a 1987 four times platinum US release.
Recording Technique
Mars used a Kramer guitar through a Marshall head with no effects for a dry, big sound.
“It's doubled. So it's big, but everything's dry, a nice big dirty sound.”
Recording Incident
Mars fell off his chair during recording and producer Bob Rock let the tape run.
Mars' Drinking Habits
Mars admitted to drinking heavily during a dark period and taking pain medication after quitting.
“I was drinking my head off. It's always something. I have a very addictive personality.”
Band Split
Mars left Mötley Crüe in 2023, with John 5 replacing him and reconciliation off the table.
The key point
Mick Mars recorded Girls, Girls, Girls guitar parts while unconscious after falling drunk.
