Tom Morello, guitarist for Rage Against the Machine, has sparked attention after challenging Donald Trump’s son Barron to a guitar face-off. Morello boldly claimed that his 13-year-old son Roman could outplay Barron in a competition.
This all started after Trump criticised Bruce Springsteen on Truth Social, his social media platform.
Trump wrote: “Recently, Melania took Barron, A GREAT GUITARIST, to see overrated, communist singer, Bruce Springstern. NOT IMPRESSED!!!”
Not one to back down, Morello responded on Twitter: “My 13-year-old son Roman will step forward to defend @springsteen’s honour and destroy Barron in a guitar competition. Just name the time and place!!!”
Roman Morello is no stranger to the stage. He has played alongside his dad at several concerts, impressing audiences with his skills and confidence. Many fans know Roman as a guitar prodigy, proving that musical talent runs deep in the Morello family. Tom’s challenge to Barron isn’t just talk—it’s backed by Roman’s strong reputation.
Bruce “The Boss” Springsteen, has faced criticism from conservative figures for his outspoken views and songs about working-class struggles. Morello, who has worked with Springsteen in the past, seems more than willing to step up for his friend—and he’s bringing Roman along for the ride.
The idea of a guitar battle between Barron and Roman has quickly become a hot topic on social media. Fans are eager to speculate on who might win. It is yet to be seen what Barron’s guitar skills are really like, beyond his dad’s bold claims. While Trump’s post claims Barron is a “great guitarist,” Roman has already shown he’s got the chops to hold his own in front of a crowd.
If this guitar battle ever happens, it might just rival Ozzy Osbourne biting the head off a bat for the weirdest—and most hilarious—moment in rock history.
UPDATE: 14/12/2024 – AOL has reported that the the Trump post is in-fact FAKE and never actually happened. It appears Morello responded to a Fake post.
Watch: Tom and Roman perform a song they wrote together
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