POD leader Sonny Sandoval announced his first ever speaking tour to promote his upcoming book, “Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds”.
The dates are as follows:
February 21 – Porter, Texas – Kingwood Embassy Events
February 22 – Katy, Texas – Wildcatter Saloon
February 23 – Missouri City, Texas – River Point Church
February 28 – Los Angeles, California – Calvary Chapel South Los Angeles
March 02 – Alamgordo, New Mexico – Mountainview Church
March 09 – Diamond Bar, California – Calvary Chapel Golden Springs
March 14 – Indian Harbor Beach, FL – Coastal Community Church
Sonny says, “I’m excited to announce my first ever speaking tour to promote my book, “Son Of Southtown”! All events are free to the public and I will be signing books at the end of each event.
“Visit sonnysandoval.com for more event details and updates. See you soon ! »
“Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds” will be released on February 25 via Baker's books.
Born and raised on the streets of Southtown, just two exits from the Mexican border, Sandoval was always going to go his own way. And as the leader of the platinum-selling nu metal band POD – a group too Christian for the world and too secular for the Church – they broke all molds, defied all expectations and touched the hearts and minds of hundreds of thousands of people who wanted to belong but didn't. never felt out of place. In.
In his book “Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds”he recounts how he lived on the border between two worlds, a line he attempted to walk with integrity.
Raw and never-before-seen, this memoir tells the true story of his childhood in the gritty beauty of South San Diego, his early musical influences and big breaks, his rise to fame and his many difficulties and struggles along the way.
Readers will get a glimpse of stories of performances in the cornfields at Cornerstone Music Festival swing MTVIt is “Total demand live” with Carson Daly playing New York just weeks after 9/11, and every unglamorous moment in between. Her story will inspire readers to always be totally and uniquely themselves, without excuses and without compromise, but with passion and integrity.
Sandoval says: “I have often been asked about my story, and it has always been something I am very proud to share. This book is a quick glimpse into the off-script journey that is my life. Now I'm excited to put it all together for you on paper, “Son of Southtown”released everywhere on February 25! You can pre-order it now wherever books are sold.
“Thank you for all the love and support over the years. I can't wait to share this journey with you. »
CORNE guitarist Brian « chef » Welch says: “Love + Joy + Peace + Patience + Kindness + Kindness + Gentleness + Faithfulness + Self-Control – nine attributes that I think describe my friend Sonny Sandovalthe character of precisely. I'm sure you'll agree as you delve into his amazing new book, “Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds”. Fiston would be afraid of this statement and say that he is not perfect. Obviously true. We all have wonderful flaws. But Fiston comfortably displays these nine characteristics in a more authentic way than most others I have encountered in my life. In “Son of Southtown” you will find this Fiston still shines in the crazy entertainment world that he and I live in, and he shines just as brightly in his personal life when the crowds aren't around to see him. Hero of faith for me since 2005, Sonny Sandoval has been an encouragement to me since day one, and I will love and support this son of Southtown and everything he does forever. »
FATHER ROACH leader Jacoby Shaddix says: “This book is such an open and honest look at Sonny Sandovalthat's life. His story, his music, and his walk with Christ continue to inspire me and many others. »
Toby Morse, H2O singer and host of “One life, one chance” podcast, said: “ FistonThe journey was not easy. But the pain and struggle he went through only strengthened his faith and PMA (positive mental attitude). And as someone who also lost a parent, I can relate. Plus, there are only a few musicians who truly live their words offstage, and Sonny is one of them. He is very inspiring to me and to millions of people around the world. It's an honor to call him my friend. »
Sandoval is the lead singer and songwriter of the multi-platinum band POD (PAYABLE UPON DEATH) and co-founder of THE SOMEBODY. He is from Southtown, the southern part of San Diego close to the border with Mexico. He is the founder and president of Youth Foundation of the Nationwhich is aimed at children from disadvantaged neighborhoods and gives them the opportunity to regain their self-esteem and their value. Fiston is married to his high school sweetheart, Shannonand they have three children.
