Appetite for Distortion

Appetite for Distortion

“I always enjoy connecting to those who avoid the obvious pedestrian cliche rockisms and who will converse with intelligence...kudos. That makes for a worthwhile broadcast.“ - Alan Niven, former GNR manager. "Appetite for Distortion is probably the best name for a podcast that I've ever heard in my life." - Rachel Bolan, Skid Row ------- Appetite for Distortion is a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast hosted by a radio veteran. 400+ eps. Past guests include Alice Cooper, Matt Sorum, Gilby Clarke, Frank Ferrer, Richard Fortus, Dave Kushner, Henry Rollins, Dave Mustaine, David Coverdale, Dee Snider, Dizzy Reed, Myles Kennedy, Brain, Tommy Stinson, London Hudson, Geezer Butler, Blackie Lawless n' much more! Not affiliated with the band Guns N' Roses. Current theme song created by Mike Squires.

Episodes

Alan Niven: Sound N' Fury | Ep. 500

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/...
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Tracii Guns: New L.A. Guns and Guns N' Roses beginnings | Ep. 499

March 22, 2025 • 55 mins
The legendary Tracii Guns joins to talk L.A. Guns' new album "Leopard Skin" and dive deep into his musical journey, including how Guns N' Roses first formed. How does he feel about Guns' 40th anniversary? We spotlight the forgotten O.G. of GN'R, the late Ole Beich.

"Leopard Skin" available 4/4

More info:
http://www.lagunsmusic.com/
https://www.instagram.com/traciiguns/

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Alex Lifeson (Rush/Envy of None) | Ep. 498

March 18, 2025 • 43 mins
The legendary Alex Lifeson of Rush joins. We chat his band Envy of None, their new album "Stygian Wavz," and what it means to inspire other musicians.

Then, "Shotgun News!" - You and I discuss Isaac Carpenter becoming the new drummer of Guns N' Roses. Plus, I read your emails for "Mr. Mailstone"

More info:
https://envyofnone.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thereallerxst/

Alex: 00:32 - 10:41
Shotgun News: 11:44 - 31:59
Mr. Mailstone: 32:04 ...
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Eric Dover: 30th Anniversary of Slash's Snakepit | Ep. 497

March 11, 2025 • 45 mins
"It's 5 O' Clock Somewhere," the debut album from Slash's Snakepit, recently turned 30 years old. Here to celebrate, reminisce, and talk all about his project "Sextus - Hello the Mushroom," is former Snakepit vocalist Eric Dover.

More info:
https://sextus.com/
https://www.facebook.com/sextusmusic

Our website:
https://afdpod.com/
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Leigh Kakaty, Pop Evil: Embracing a New Era and Remembering Use Your Illusion | Ep. 496

March 7, 2025 • 30 mins
Pop Evil's 8th album "What Remains" will be unleashed March 21st. Lead singer Leigh Kakaty joins the pod for the 2nd time to discuss the record, embracing a new era, the state of rock today, and to reminisce about when Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion debuted.

More info: https://popevil.com/
Our website: www.afdpod.com
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Wednesday 13: Mid Death Crisis, Action Figures, and Partying with Axl | Ep. 495

March 4, 2025 • 23 mins
The "Duke of Spook," Wednesday 13 joins to talk about his new album "Mid Death Crisis," available April 25th. Weds also chats about his extensive toy collection, Alice Cooper/Marylin Manson comparisons, and partying with Axl Rose right after opening for Guns N' Roses.

More info:
https://officialwednesday13.com/

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Debate Your Illusion: with Ace Von Johnson of L.A. Guns | Ep. 494

February 25, 2025 • 69 mins
Let's finally end the debate. Ace Von Johnson, guitarist for L.A. Guns, joins to chat the seemingly endless conversation of whether Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion 1 & 2 should have only been one album. Ace says yes, I say no. What say you?

More info:
https://www.acevonjohnson.com/site/
http://www.lagunsmusic.com/

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Dario Lorina (Black Label Society/Jani Lane/Dark Chapel) | Ep. 493

February 23, 2025 • 21 mins
Dario Lorina of Black Label Society has launched a brand-new band, Dark Chapel. Dario chats the new album "Spirit in the Glass," working with Zakk Wylde, being Jani Lane's guitarist at only 16-years-old, and if he considers himself more of an Izzy or a Slash.

More info:
https://www.darkchapelband.com/
https://www.dariolorina.com/

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Dorothy talks "Tombstone Town" with Slash and new album "The Way" | Ep. 492

February 15, 2025 • 21 mins
Dorothy is set to release her new album "The Way" (out 3/14), including the instant classic single and video for "Tombstone Town," featuring Slash. Dorothy talks her new record, working with the Guns N' Roses guitarist, and more!

Guest co-host: Baby Brownstone

More info:
Tombstone Town - https://youtu.be/rf684IRPWGo?si=H4HsUMNWLUdTRuDU
www.dorothyonfire.com

Our website: afdpod.com
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Justin Foley, Killswitch Engage | Ep. 491

February 7, 2025 • 26 mins
Killswitch Engage drummer Justin Foley talks their new album "This Consequence," listening to GN'R in secret so he wouldn't get in trouble with his parents, love for the Yankees, The Simpsons, cats, and more!

More info: www.killswitchengage.com

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An Appetite for Destruction's Schmier | Ep. 490

February 3, 2025 • 46 mins
Thrash metal legend Schmier chats 4 decades of Destruction, new album "Birth Of Malice," and the first time he heard Appetite for Destruction.

Plus, the "Mr. Mailstone" segment where I read your messages!

More info:
https://www.destruction.de/
https://www.facebook.com/destruction

Our website: www.afdpod.com
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Todd Kerns on Slash, Guns N' Roses, and Cats | Ep. 489

January 27, 2025 • 68 mins
The multi-talented Todd Kerns returns to the podcast to talk about watching horror movies with Slash, singing rare Guns N' Roses songs on tour with Myles Kennedy, when we might see the new SMKC record, and love for our pets.

This episode is dedicated to Gee Bee, my cat. Rest in meower little buddy.

More info: https://www.instagram.com/toddkerns/ 

Our website: afdpod.com
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Rob Hammersmith talks Skid Row, Guns N' Roses, and Parenting | Ep. 488

January 15, 2025 • 38 mins
Drummer Rob Hammersmith joins to talk the latest with Skid Row, reflect on his upcoming 15th anniversary with the band, seeing Guns N' Roses live, and what not to do when encouraging your child to play an instrument.

More info: https://www.skidrow.com/
https://www.instagram.com/robhammersmith/

Our website: https://afdpod.com/
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Oni Logan talks Lynch Mob, Dio, Slash's Snakepit, and West Arkeen | Ep. 487

January 7, 2025 • 40 mins
Perhaps best known as the original voice of Lynch Mob, Oni Logan joins to talk about playing with George Lynch and Dio Disciples, plus hanging out with West Arkeen and how just close he was to joining Slash's Snakepit.

More info:
oniloganofficial.com
facebook.com/OniLoganOfficialPage

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GN'R '24: Year in Review | Ep. 486

December 25, 2024 • 21 mins
Guns N' Roses took 2024 off but Axl, Slash, and Duff kept busy. It's the year in review, plus what 2025 might bring, for current and past members of GN'R. 

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Cutting 5 Songs from Guns N' Roses' Set (with UCR's Bryan Rolli) | Ep. 485

December 17, 2024 • 36 mins
Ultimate Classic Rock recently published "5 Songs Guns N’ Roses Need to Cut From Their Set in 2025: Roundtable." We extend the conversation with UCR journalist Bryan Rolli. Which songs and why? What do you think?

Read More: https://ultimateclassicrock.com/guns-n-roses-cut-songs-set/?utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral

Follow Bryan and Ne’er-do-well:
https://www.instagram.com/neerdowell_atx/
https://www.instagram.com/bryan_rolli/

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Guns N' Roses to Tour 2025 | Ep. 484

December 11, 2024 • 16 mins
Guns N' Roses have officially announced their 2025 tour in Europe and the Middle East. Let's have a brief chat before things really get going! Special co-host: Baby Brownstone

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Solving November Rain's Cake Caper | Ep. 483

November 25, 2024 • 31 mins
To this very day, no one has claimed ownership of being that guy who famously jumped into the wedding cake in Guns N' Roses' November Rain music video. However, we now have a name. We welcome Bad Brad, RIAA Certified Gold/Platinum Guitarist and YouTuber, who knew "that guy" ...Steve Henderson.

More info: https://www.youtube.com/ @badbrad

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Appetite for Distortion: Taylor's Version (w/ Rob Sheffield) | Ep. 482

November 20, 2024 • 24 mins
"Heartbreak Is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music" is the new book from veteran Rolling Stone writer, Rob Sheffield. We dare to compare the Taylor Swift phenomenon with Guns N' Roses. You may be surprised.

More info:
https://www.instagram.com/robbiesheff
https://www.harpercollins.com/products/heartbreak-is-the-national-anthem-rob-sheffield

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Adam Mars talks Designing Shirts for Axl Rose | Ep. 481

November 10, 2024 • 68 mins
Adam Mars shares his journey that allowed him to create custom clothing for artists like Axl Rose, Post Malone, and Billie Eilish. We take a deep dive into his GN'R fandom and stories behind some of Axl's shirts.

More info:
https://www.adammars.net/
https://www.instagram.com/adammars/

Our website: www.afdpod.com
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