A GUITAR player shared he's 'selling clothes out of his closet' to earn money - while struggling to make a living on stage.

The musician, 61, discussed how reality differs from some fans' perception of a rock star.

Thrash metal fans know Gary Holt as Exodus' guitarist and primary songwriter.

He began playing with Slayer in 2011, becoming a full-time member two years later.

Gary discussed selling merchandise and memorabilia on his Holt Awaits website.

The guitarist explained to Metal.de : "People think, 'Oh, you're a rich rock star'... No!

"I sell shirts and I sell them out of my f*****g closet. Pack this one up, label it, send it off."

Gary added: "It doesn't pay the bills .

"[But] it helps... It helped a lot in the pandemic ."

Formed in 1979, Exodus' line-up has changed a

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