Frank Sidoris
Origins and Early Years
Frank Sidoris is an American guitarist from Las Vegas, Nevada. A trained musician from the Las Vegas independent rock scene, he developed a solid and versatile playing style before joining the national touring circuit. Before his collaboration with Slash, he played in local bands and worked as a freelance musician in Las Vegas.
With Slash
Frank Sidoris joined Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators as a rhythm guitarist in 2012, replacing previous musicians. He took part in world tours and in the recording of the albums World on Fire (2014), Living the Dream (2018), and 4 (2022).
His solid rhythm playing, his ability to complement Slash’s flamboyant lead style, and his professionalism on stage make him a highly valued bandmate. He also contributes to the group’s songwriting and arrangements.
Survival and Resilience
In October 2017, Frank Sidoris survived the Las Vegas shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival, where a gunman killed 60 people. Although injured, he recovered and returned to touring, speaking publicly about the traumatic experience to raise awareness about post-traumatic stress.
Iconic Guitar
Frank Sidoris plays Gretsch Duo Jet guitars and various Gibson models, favoring a classic rock tone with warmth and grit. He also uses Fender Telecaster and ESP guitars.
