Son of Southtown Audiobook By Sonny Sandoval, Jon Foreman - foreword cover art

Son of Southtown

My Life Between Two Worlds

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Born and raised on the streets of Southtown, two exits from the Mexico border, Sonny Sandoval was always going to go his own way. And as frontman of the platinum selling nu metal band P.O.D.—a group too Christian for the world and too secular for the church—he has broken every mold, defied every expectation, and reached into the hearts and minds of hundreds of thousands of people who wanted to belong to something but never felt like they fit in.

Sonny's life has been one lived on the edge between two worlds, a line he has attempted to walk with integrity. Raw and uncut, this memoir tells his true story of growing up in the gritty beauty south of San Diego, his early musical influences and big breaks, his rise to fame and many hardships and struggles along the way.

From stories of performing in cornfields at the Cornerstone Music Festival to rocking MTV's Total Request Live with Carson Daly to playing in New York City just weeks after 9/11, and every unglamorous moment in between, this hard-hitting memoir will have you believing that there's no one right way to follow God's call. Instead, Sonny's story will inspire you to be totally and uniquely you at all times, without apology and without compromise—but with passion and integrity.

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it was great to hear his story of humble beginning and growth to become such a positive influence.

A must read!!

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I laughed, I cried, I felt deeply moved. Listening to Sonny Sandoval narrating his own story was such a powerful experience! It felt like sitting across from him, hearing his life firsthand. Starting with the audiobook was absolutely the right decision. His voice, his emotion, his authenticity… it made everything feel so real and personal.
This book took over my heart and my time – I couldn’t stop listening, even late into the night. Every chapter held something unexpected. I smiled, I wept, and I felt inspired.

The song at the end was the perfect!

This is an absolute must-read (and must-listen) for every P.O.D. fan, but also for anyone who loves a story of transformation, pain, faith. I wholeheartedly recommend it.

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Loved to learn what was behind many songs of POD and the life of Sony! His heart and the love for God & a free life!

The stories behind so many or amazing songs!!

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This is one of the best books that I have listened to. If you are a fan of P.O.D. and their, this book takes you deeper into their start and their journey as a band. You will love their music even more!

I could not stop listening!

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I highly recommend this book. Anybody wants to know a great story about a great guy.

Great read smashed through it

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As a long time fan of P.O.D. I thought I knew all there was to know. This book was a front row seat into the life of the lead singer of my favorite band. Riding the ups, downs, challenges and successes all while give praise to Jesus. I couldn’t stop listening. Although I already read the book, it hit different in Sony’s own words, with his own voice. A must listen.

Dreams do come true

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I cried,I laughed & absolutely loved this book. Such a beautiful story & if you have the time to read/listen, you definitely should! 🥹🖤

So good~ I'd listen/read this again 🖤

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I love Sonny and it was great to hear all the behind the scenes P.O.D. stories but his testimony is the best part. God is good!

Great book!

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I love how honest this guy is. I’m a huge fan of P.O.D. I’ve always wanted to know more about his origins. Great listen!

Sonny is the man!

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The way Sonny gives the highs and lows of his life. How being a Christian helps in everything you do. God is Wonderful! Truly a great book.

All things possible

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