Tom Morello became interested in music.
Thomas Baptiste Morello ( born May 30 , 1964 ) is an American musician , singer , songwriter , actor and political activist . He is best known for his tenure with the band Rage Against the Machine and then with Audioslave . He is also known for his acoustic solo act called The Nightwatchman , and Street Sweeper Social Club . He is best known for his unique and creative guitar playing style , which incorporates feedback noise , unconventional picking and tapping as well as heavy use of guitar effects .