Appetite for Distortion

As arguments and unrest populate headlines and divide households, Scott Stapp has released a powerful lyric video for “World I Used To Know." We discuss the song's message, plus Brando tells Scott his vision of a Stapp-led Velvet Revolver. How does he respond?

Back in Ep. 206, we met Brandon Fields who created an unnamed band with Todd Kerns and members of Ace Frehley's solo. Today, we meet "Minefield" with Brandon, Todd, and Mark Alexander (CEO of Golden Robot Records). Recorded on Zoom 9/23/20.

Fresh off the heels of his latest solo album, "Beautiful Things," Donnie Vie (former Enuff Z'nuff)talks to us about his career, where things stand with his former band, and how sobriety has changed his life. Special co-host: Ian Scotto

Joel Miller's new book "Memoir of a Roadie: Axl said I made a great cup of tea. Scott Weiland liked The Carpenters… & Ozzy drinks rosé" is out now and we chat with the former roadie all about it. Plus Joe Cotela from DED calls in to discuss what it was like touring with Korn, Corey Taylor, and what it meant to him being on the same bill as Guns N' Roses.

Less Than Jake co-founder, guitarist and singer Chris DeMakes joins the podcast. We catch up on all the projects he is working on in quarantine, including his new "Chris DeMakes a Podcast," and of course talk about Guns N' Roses.

Comedian Joe List has appeared on numerous late-night talk shows and currently has a one hour special ‘I Hate Myself’ that is available on YouTube. We discuss the GNR joke in his special, his love of music, and the art of comedy. Special guest co-host JT Turret.

Dave Mustaine talks "Rust in Peace: The Inside Story of the Megadeth Masterpiece," Slash writing his foreword, and the Axl Chapter. Dez Fafara discusses DevilDriver's first of 2 new albums "Dealing With Demons I" and his love of Guns N' Roses.

Greg Graffin of Bad Religion joins to discuss the autobiography "Do What You Want: The Story of Bad Religion" and his GNR college connection. Next, Rob Carlyle of the NYC rock band The Compulsions joins. Bumblefoot and Frank Ferrer are featured on the upcoming Compulsions album, "Ferocious."

The legendary Dee Snider joins us to talk all things Twisted Sister, metal, radio, horror, Long Island, his right to speak, Guns N' Roses and a lot more!

Grammy-nominated Arian Buhler returns to the podcast to talk about his Guns N' Roses lithographs, box set design, and more!

Sully Erna of Godsmack will be hosting a LIVE marathon fundraiser virtual concert to benefit The Scars Foundation on Thursday, August 6, at 8 pm EST. For more info, visit: https://www.scarsfoundation.org/sullyandfriends

Doug Goldstein, former Guns N' Roses manager, joins to discuss and answer your questions about 1993's The Spaghetti Incident.

The incredible Harry Shearer joins us to talk about the Simpsons, Spinal Tap, Guns N' Roses, and his new album "The Many Moods Of Donald Trump." Then we're joined by Ben Solomon from the from Israeli rock band, Guns N' Moses.

The Butcher Babies' Carla Harvey returns to the podcast to chat about her passion for Guns N' Roses, artwork, grief counseling, and much more!

Tracey Amos may be best known for being Guns N' Roses' backup singer during the Use Your Illusion era, but she is much more. Tracey joins us to discuss what important projects she is currently on and reminisce on her time with GnR.

The legendary Bootsy Collins joins us to discuss his latest single “Stars,” creativity in quarantine, and his upcoming new album with Buckethead! Bootsy shares the story of how he first united with Bucket! Then for a hybrid Appetite for Discovery/Fan Obsession segment, we're joined by musician Brandon Fields. We chat about his GnR tribute band, new original album featuring Todd Kerns, and more!

"The Greatest Flamenco Sleaze Glam Band Ever!" best describes the Gypsy Pistoleros. Frontman Gypsy Lee joins us to chat about his colorful career and truly unique GnR encounters.

Duff McKagan's Loaded members Jeff Rouse and Mike Squires have been extremely busy in quarantine. The bassist and guitarist both return to the podcast, this time together on Zoom to update us on their projects and fun conversation.

An Ayewis Documentaries production for TNK Studio proudly presents "Dust N' Bones: The Story So Far." This Izzy Stradlin documentary premieres June 27th on Ayewis Life on YouTube. Learn about the man behind this tribute doc.

Australian actor Damon Herriman has played the role of Charles Manson in Netflix's "Mindhunter" and Quentin Tarantino's "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." We chat about Manson's music and his new movie "Judy and Punch." We are also joined by Andrew Magnotta from Q104.3 and the band One Hundred Thousand for the "Appetite for Discovery" segment.

Roberta Freeman (Use Your Illusion) makes her 3rd appearance on the podcast for a truly important conversation. As a black singer, what is her take on the Black Lives Matter movement? How does she feel about the controversial GnR song "One in a Million"? What racist experiences has she faced? Please join us for a necessary discussion.

Punk legend and owner of Die Laughing Records, Dave Dalton joins us for our 200th Episode. Dave's stories take us to opening for Duff's old punk band The Fartz, the Neurotic Outsiders, befriending Izzy, and much more! Special co-host Mark Alexander-Erber from Golden Robot Records.

First, Michael Jackson's former manager Dieter Wiesner discusses his new book "Michael Jackson: The Real Story" and MJ's relationship with Slash. Then, we welcome our friend RussTCB (@Infectious_Pod) to talk all things MJ n' GNR.

INXS bassist Garry Beers and singer Toby Rand (Juke Kartel) present their new project, Ashenmoon. Garry and Toby discuss their new band and have some great Guns N' Roses stories as well! INXS and GNR in 1988, parties with "Slash and Friends," and more! Special co-hosts: Mark Alexander-Erber and Kristin Tully of Golden Robot Records

"The son of a junkie aristocrat and a schizophrenic showgirl becomes the master of reinvention on a 50+ year journey through rock and roll, TV, and film." We try to fit as much as we can in 1 episode!