Appetite for Distortion
Appetite for Distortion is a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast hosted by a radio veteran. 500+ episodes. Not affiliated with GN’R.
Episodes
July 16, 2025 • 103 mins
Becoming the first all-Arab band to open for Guns N' Roses was a long and difficult road for Nas and Winterburn. Naser Mestarihi from Saudi Arabia joins to share his incredible tale of triumph, including an ongoing battle with MS and direct praise from Duff McKagan.
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/nasmestarihi/
https://www.instagram.com/winterburnofficial/
Our website: www.afdpod.com
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/nasmestarihi/
https://www.instagram.com/winterburnofficial/
Our website: www.afdpod.com
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July 14, 2025 • 49 mins
Enuff Z’nuff are back with "Xtra Cherries" and the charismatic Chip Z'nuff returns to the podcast to discuss their new album. Plus, Chip talks about his close relationship with Steven Adler, touring with a Guns N' Roses tribute band, and more!
More info:
https://www.enuffznuff.com/
https://orcd.co/enuffznuff_xtracherries
https://youtu.be/kdpCirxG-WI?si=wWxgSmH_85JTt-FT
https://www.facebook.com/prettytiedupgnr/
"Xtra Cherries," available ...
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https://www.enuffznuff.com/
https://orcd.co/enuffznuff_xtracherries
https://youtu.be/kdpCirxG-WI?si=wWxgSmH_85JTt-FT
https://www.facebook.com/prettytiedupgnr/
"Xtra Cherries," available ...
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July 11, 2025 • 36 mins
Brendan Shane, lead singer of The Nocturnal Affair joins. Set to embark on a UK/EU tour with Wednesday 13 and Drowning Pool, Brendan tells how he found success without trying, passion for Guns N' Roses' music, partying with DJ Ashba, and more!
More info:
https://www.nocturnalaffair.com/
"What is Love" cover: https://youtu.be/xsxkgREE2a4?si=1bNusrgf5xUH6Qk0
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
More info:
https://www.nocturnalaffair.com/
"What is Love" cover: https://youtu.be/xsxkgREE2a4?si=1bNusrgf5xUH6Qk0
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
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July 8, 2025 • 133 mins
Ozzy and Black Sabbath just gave their farewell performance with the epic "Back to the Beginning" concert in Birmingham, England. This legendary event, featuring other acts like Guns N' Roses and Metallica, was streamed globally to 5 million viewers. I watched. Our UK friend Jason was THERE. Come hang out for an in-depth joint review and let's relive the greatest day in metal history!
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
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June 30, 2025 • 55 mins
Rose Tattoo's legendary frontman Angry Anderson is 77 years old and kicking ass. Eager to chat, the Aussie icon talks about if he's still angry, new music, retirement, bonding with Axl Rose, huntsman spiders, and much more!
More info:
https://www.rosetattoo.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/rosetattooband
https://youtu.be/lIXWK_30X9s?si=m9-76RFc3wUL2iqs
OUR WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
More info:
https://www.rosetattoo.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/rosetattooband
https://youtu.be/lIXWK_30X9s?si=m9-76RFc3wUL2iqs
OUR WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
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June 24, 2025 • 64 mins
He's baaaack, this time as an official author. Alan Niven returns on the day of his book release: "Sound N' Fury: Rock N' Roll Stories" is now available! ...and I read every word of it. We dive deep into his GN'R and Great White tales. Plus, we recount our previous chat and the reaction it caused.
Order Alan's book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Fury-Rock-Roll-Stories/dp/1770419942 https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sound-N-F...
Order Alan's book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Fury-Rock-Roll-Stories/dp/1770419942 https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sound-N-F...
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A music journalist with a career spanning 50 years, Steve Rosen's new book "TONECHASER: Understanding Edward: My 26-Year Journey with Edward Van Halen" is a heartfelt reflection of his time with the guitar legend. Steve opens up about the friendship with EVH, what went wrong, his classic GN'R interviews, and much more!
More info:
https://www.tonechaserbook.com/
https://www.instagram.com/steve.rosen.guitar.picks/
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
More info:
https://www.tonechaserbook.com/
https://www.instagram.com/steve.rosen.guitar.picks/
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
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June 18, 2025 • 44 mins
Author and filmmaker Steven Blush joins. We discuss his books and movies; "American Hardcore," "American Hair Metal," the upcoming "When Rock Met Hip-Hop," and of course, how Guns N' Roses connects to it all.
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/thestevenblush
https://stevenblush.com/
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/thestevenblush
https://stevenblush.com/
WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
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June 14, 2025 • 27 mins
Vincent Martella returns as the voice of 'Phineas' for a new season of beloved, Emmy Award-winning cartoon series, "Phineas and Ferb." Vincent discusses the revival of the hit show and Slash's involvement in their 2011 movie.
Then, I read YOUR feedback in "Mr. Mailstone." PLUS, a contest for the new "Guns N' Roses at 40" book by Martin Popoff. Listen for a chance to WIN!
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/thevincentmartella
https://s...
Then, I read YOUR feedback in "Mr. Mailstone." PLUS, a contest for the new "Guns N' Roses at 40" book by Martin Popoff. Listen for a chance to WIN!
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/thevincentmartella
https://s...
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June 5, 2025 • 45 mins
Currently on the road with Better Than Ezra, Michael Jerome is a highly sought-after and talented drummer. We learn all about Michael, including how he hooked up with Slash for his blues "Orgy" album and SERPENT tour. Plus, we him ask YOUR questions!
More info:
https://michaeljeromeondrums.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mmjerome/
Our website: https://afdpod.com/
More info:
https://michaeljeromeondrums.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mmjerome/
Our website: https://afdpod.com/
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May 29, 2025 • 58 mins
Acclaimed rock journalist and author Martin Popoff joins. His latest offering, "Guns N' Roses at 40" is a fun, photo-filled journey that covers virtually every aspect of the "world's most dangerous band." Appetite to current day, let's celebrate 40 years of G N F'N R!
More info:
https://martinpopoff.com/html/guns-n-roses-at-40
Our site:
https://afdpod.com/
More info:
https://martinpopoff.com/html/guns-n-roses-at-40
Our site:
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May 19, 2025 • 27 mins
Finnish rock legend Lauri Ylönen of The Rasmus joins. We chat their new album "Weirdo" and what it means to be "weird." Plus, Lauri talks about starting the band at only 14, love for GNR's Use Your Illusion, thoughts on music leaks, and more!
More info:
https://therasmus.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dj_kypliLno
Our website:
https://afdpod.com/
Theme music by Mike Squires
More info:
https://therasmus.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dj_kypliLno
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Theme music by Mike Squires
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May 9, 2025 • 49 mins
Joining is Jimmy Gnecco, voice and multi-instrumentalist behind the band Ours. Jimmy goes into detail about Ours music and working with Isaac Carpenter, the new drummer for Guns N' Roses. Also, just how close was he to landing the singer slot with Velvet Revolver? Those stories and more!
More info:
http://www.jimmygnecco.com/
https://www.ours.net/
Our website: https://afdpod.com/
More info:
http://www.jimmygnecco.com/
https://www.ours.net/
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May 2, 2025 • 29 mins
Austin John Winkler, the multi-platinum selling/former frontman of Hinder, joins for candid conversation. Austin opens up about his road to recovery, excitement for the Founder’s debut EP "Walking Ded," and that time he auditioned for Velvet Revolver.
More info:
https://linktr.ee/austinjohnwinkler
https://shorturl.at/G4Pmb
Our website: afdpod.com
More info:
https://linktr.ee/austinjohnwinkler
https://shorturl.at/G4Pmb
Our website: afdpod.com
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April 30, 2025 • 27 mins
Through captivating storytelling and intimate interviews, "The Jersey Sound" documentary displays the state's musical history. Randy Dominguez (Executive Producer) joins to discuss NJ's rock scene stemming from acts like Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Metallica, Guns N' Roses, Skid Row, and more!
More info:
https://thejerseysound.com/
https://bio.site/thejerseysound
Our website: afdpod.com
More info:
https://thejerseysound.com/
https://bio.site/thejerseysound
Our website: afdpod.com
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April 23, 2025 • 32 mins
We're joined by Joe Bouchard, co-founder of the legendary Blue Öyster Cult. We highlight the Raven Drum Foundation, "Godzilla" with Matt Sorum, thoughts on Appetite, embracing cowbell "fever" and more!
--- Performance info:
The Second Annual Raven Drum Foundation
Benefit Raising funds for First Responders.
The Cutting Room 44 East 32nd St, New York, NY, 10016
Friday, April 25th
This special night will include the Second Annual Benefit C...
--- Performance info:
The Second Annual Raven Drum Foundation
Benefit Raising funds for First Responders.
The Cutting Room 44 East 32nd St, New York, NY, 10016
Friday, April 25th
This special night will include the Second Annual Benefit C...
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April 14, 2025 • 106 mins
Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal makes his long-awaited debut on the podcast. We chat all about his new album "Bumblefoot Returns!" Plus...our mutual love of cats, the space-time continuum, Baby Brownstone says "Bumblefoot," and much more!
More info:
https://bumblefoot.com/
https://bumblefoot.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bumblefoot
OUR WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
More info:
https://bumblefoot.com/
https://bumblefoot.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bumblefoot
OUR WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
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April 9, 2025 • 36 mins
The Dead Daisies are back with "Lookin’ For Trouble," an "unexpected" blues album. Guitarist extraordinaire Doug Aldrich joins to discuss creating the blues with John Corabi, friendship with Richard Fortus, and what David Coverdale told him after receiving an invite to audition for Guns N' Roses.
"Lookin’ For Trouble" available May 30th.
More info:
https://thedeaddaisies.com/
https://www.instagram.com/douglasaldrichguitar
Our website: a...
"Lookin’ For Trouble" available May 30th.
More info:
https://thedeaddaisies.com/
https://www.instagram.com/douglasaldrichguitar
Our website: a...
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Our friend Nils Goldschmidt of Velvet Chains joins. You may have seen them open for Slash with Myles, heard their song "Tattooed" with Richard Fortus, and now they're about to kickoff for Stone Temple Pilots in Brazil. And yes, Nils has been mistaken for Duff...even by Slash's crew! We catch up talking all things VC and GN'R.
More info: https://velvetchains.com/
Our website: afdpod.com
Intro music by Mike Squires of Loaded
More info: https://velvetchains.com/
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Intro music by Mike Squires of Loaded
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March 30, 2025 • 127 mins
Alan Niven makes his triumphant return for this special 2-hour episode. His long-awaited book, "Sound N' Fury: Rock N' Roll Stories," is available June 24th. Before we get there, Alan and have a passionate discussion over my own attempt at a book with another ex-Guns N' Roses manager.
Pure rock n' roll stories, I provide the sound n' Alan brings the fury.
Pre-order Alan's book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Fury-Rock-Roll-Stories/...
Pure rock n' roll stories, I provide the sound n' Alan brings the fury.
Pre-order Alan's book here:
https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Fury-Rock-Roll-Stories/...
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