Appetite for Distortion

Appetite for Distortion

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Appetite for Distortion is a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast hosted by a radio veteran. 500+ interviews n' episodes. Past guests include Alice Cooper, Matt Sorum, Gilby Clarke, Richard Fortus, Del James, Henry Rollins, Dave Mustaine, David Coverdale, Dee Snider, Dave Kushner, Bumblefoot, Myles Kennedy, Tracii Guns, Tommy Stinson, London Hudson, Geezer Butler, Bruce Dickinson n' much more! Not officially affiliated with the band Guns N' Roses. “I always enjoy connecting to those who avoid the obvious pedestrian cliche rockisms and who will converse with intelligence...kudos. That makes for a worth...

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Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Frank Ferrer talks PSSR, Mule Kick, and Guns N' Roses drumming | Ep. 195 13.05.2020

Guns N' Roses drummer Frank Ferrer joins us via Zoom to chat about his band "PSSR" on Golden Robot Records, his other NYC band "Mule Kick," and of course Guns N' Roses. How did he join the band? What's it like playing with the biggest band in the world? What might new music sound like? Special co-hosts Mark Alexander-Erber (CEO of Golden Robot Records) and Kristen Tully (Artist Development Manager...

Steve Riley talks new L.A. Guns music, Controversy, and Sunset Strip | Ep. 194 11.05.2020

New ZOOM episode featuring Steve Riley of L.A. Guns! Holding up the L.A. Guns flag since 1987, drummer Steve Riley talks new L.A. Guns music, dealing with controversy, and reflects on the Sunset Strip. Special co-hosts Mark Alexander-Erber (CEO of Golden Robot Records) and Kristen Tully (Artist Development Manager - GRR). Video on facebook.com/TheAFDShow Bonus "Fan Obsession" podcast segment with...

Matt Sorum talks GnR, VR, and Cherie Currie | Ep.193 07.05.2020

Matt Sorum joins us to discuss producing Cherie Currie's new album, the effect of Coronavirus on the environment, his upcoming book, Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, and more!

Cherie Currie talks Runaways, Blvds of Splendor, and Matt Sorum | Ep. 192 05.05.2020

70’s Icon and Ex-Runaways singer Cherie Currie has released her latest solo project "Blvds of Splendor." It features guest collaborations with Billy Corgan, Slash, Duff, and Matt Sorum, who produced the record. We chat with Cherie about the album and more! Then for the "Appetite for Discovery" segment, we chat with Havok, a thrash-metal band from Colorado. How were they influenced by GNR? You migh...

Susan Holmes McKagan talks Books, Family, and new GNR | Ep. 191 27.04.2020

We celebrate the 1st anniversary of Susan Holmes McKagan's debut novel, "The Velvet Rose" and discuss her new book in the works. How is Susan staying creative in quarantine? How are the McKagan clan holding up? What does she have to say about GNR's future plans?

Mark Alexander-Erber talks Golden Robot Records | Ep. 190 26.04.2020

Mark Alexander-Erber (Golden Robot Entertainment Group founder and president) and Kristen Tully (Artist Development Manager - Golden Robot) join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how a music label is normally run...and how it runs during a virus pandemic.

David Coverdale's Slow an' Easy approach to Quarantine | Ep. 189 25.04.2020

"You're never alone with a Whitesnake album. You can't let Netflix have all the fun." David Coverdale returns to the podcast to talk about how he is handling quarantine, the 35th Anniversary Remix of "Slide it In" and a new collection of remasters called "The Rock Album."

Kathy Valentine talks The Go-Gos, Memoir, and Gilby Clarke | Ep. 188 22.04.2020

From Kathy Valentine, a member of the groundbreaking, all-female rock band - The Go-Go's - comes All I Ever Wanted - A Rock 'N' Roll Memoir. We chats about her new book and her work with Gilby Clarke. Next, Dr. Nicole Talbot joins us for "Fan Obsession." Dr. Talbot shares her GNR fandom, including dressing as Axl while treating patients!

Andy Morahan talks directing Guns N' Roses music videos | Ep. 187 21.04.2020

Acclaimed director Andy Morahan joins us for chat about making the videos for November Rain, Estranged, Garden of Eden and a lot more. He'll answer YOUR questions about working with GNR and specific questions about the videos themselves. Andy also lets us know what he's working on now and reflects on his iconic resume.

Mark Tremonti talks Alter Bridge, Quarantine Writing, and Pinball | Ep. 186 16.04.2020

Mark Tremonti (Alter Bridge/Tremonti/Creed) chats about how he is staying busy during the quarantine. He tells us about his writing process, plans for when the lockdown is over, playing with Slash, and answers your questions!

Eric Dover talks The Lickerish Quartet & Slash's Snakepit | Ep. 185 09.04.2020

It’s the semi-reunion Jellyfish fans have been waiting for since 1993. Roger Joseph Manning Jr., Tim Smith and Eric Dover give us a modern-day supergroup known as The Lickerish Quartet. Eric Dover joins us to chat about their debut EP "Threesome Vol. 1," answers YOUR Snakepit questions and more! Plus stick around after the interview for a taste of their new single, "Lighthouse Spaceship."

Author Greg Renoff talks Van Halen's debut VS Appetite | Ep. 184 07.04.2020

Greg Renoff, author of "Van Halen Rising: How a Southern California Backyard Party Band Saved Heavy Metal," is set to release another must-have book, "Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer’s Life in Music" on April 21st. Greg joins us for a fun chat to contrast and compare the debut albums of Van Halen with Guns N' Roses.

Eddie Trunk talks Axl interviews, Slash phone calls, and Post-Covid Concerts | Ep. 183 02.04.2020

Radio legend Eddie Trunk joins us to talk about his unique Axl Rose encounters, what Slash told him about the GNR reunion, his feelings on how the music world may change after Covid-19, and so much more!

Social Distancing with Ernie C from Body Count | Ep. 182 30.03.2020

Ernie makes his 2nd appearance on the podcast, to talk about the new album "Carnivore," collaboration with Amy Lee, friendship with Duff McKagan, Social Distancing and more! Tape on Facebook Live --> https://bit.ly/3aqDHwA

Quarantined with Doug Goldstein | Ep. 181 26.03.2020

Friend of the show and former GNR manager Doug Goldstein returns to the podcast. A live taping held on Facebook, Doug answers YOUR questions. Recorded live with video via Facebook. https://bit.ly/3ao0Qj0

Feel my, my, my...quarantine... | Ep. 180 22.03.2020

Appetite...for Quarantine. The world seems to be on pause due to the corona virus. GNR has postponed their tour. Brando, on quarantine, reports from his apartment. Ian Scotto calls in. Recorded live with video via Facebook. https://bit.ly/3btUoaD

Marq Torien talks BulletBoys reunion, Axl Rose, and Randy Rhoads | Ep. 179 12.03.2020

The BulletBoys have reunited with all original members and are ready to rock! Marq Torien joins us to discuss the new tour, album and how the reunion happened. Marq also gets candid about his short stints with Ozzy and KISS, relationships with Axl Rose and Dave Grohl plus much more! Special guest co-host, AL.com journalist Matt Wake.

Tom Keifer talks #KeiferBand, November Rain, and Lzzy Hale | Ep. 178 05.03.2020

Tom Keifer's talents still shine in 2020, continuing his legacy from his multiplatinum Cinderella days. Tom talks #KeiferBand, writing with his wife, November Rain, Lzzy Hale and more! Next we invite Bleeker in-studio, a Canadian alt rock band. Chris and Taylor chat about Canada's music scene, Steven Adler's drumming, Slash in sweatpants, and more! They are 2 funny Canucks!

Michael Alago...who the f**k is that guy? | Ep. 177 02.03.2020

"Who The Fuck Is That Guy?: The Fabulous Journey Of Michael Alago" tells the story of A&R executive Michael Alago. At only age 24, he became the executive that signed Metallica. Surviving both substance abuse and AIDS, he is now sober and healthy. His documentary can be found on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and will soon have a complimentary book. Michael joins us in-studio.

Gilby Clarke speaks Gospel Truth about New album, Snakepit, and Hall of Fame | Ep. 176 28.02.2020

It's been about 15 years since Gilby Clarke's last album, but we won't have to wait much longer. Gilby updates us on "The Gospel Truth," his new album set to be released this year via Golden Robot Records. Gilby also answers your questions about Slash's Snakepit, the Hall of Fame, Chinese Democracy and much more! His new single "Rock N Roll Is Getting Louder" is now available on all music streamin...

Brian Posehn talks Grandpa Metal & Bumblefoot + Cory Marks talks Country & Paradise City | Ep. 175 26.02.2020

Famed comedian/actor Brian Posehn comes in-studio to talk about love for Guns N' Roses and his new comedy/metal album "Grandpa Metal." Hear about his GNR concert experiences, collaborations with Bumblefoot, Scott Ian, Weird Al and more! Next, also in-studio, is Cory Marks. Cory is a country singer from Canada, but don't be fooled. Motley Crue's Mick Mars and Five Finger Death Punch's Ivan Moody ar...

Vicky Hamilton talks the Dark Spark of Guns N' Roses | Ep. 174 24.02.2020

Vicky Hamilton tells her story in the autobiography "Appetite For Dysfunction: A Cautionary Tale," which she discussed with us way back in Episode 11. Now she is back to tell us about the new book she's working on, her label "Dark Spark Music," and thoughts about GNR in 2020. Also joining us is artist Lea Williams, who is working with Vicky on this new book. Hang out with us!

Lou Brutus talks Sonic Warrior, Corey Taylor, and GNR Interviews | Ep. 173 21.02.2020

Lou Brutus is a nationally syndicated radio host and is now a published author with his memoir "Sonic Warrior: My Life as a Rock N Roll Reprobate: Tales of Sex, Drugs, and Vomiting at Inopportune Moments." We discuss hardDrive Radio, Corey Taylor pushing him to write this book, views on high concert ticket prices, his experiences interviewing the members of Guns N' Roses, and more! Also we read li...

Ron Young talks Little Caesar, Snakepit, RHCP, and Terminator 2 | Ep. 172 18.02.2020

Ron Young has been the powerful voice behind the band Little Caesar since the late 80s, and it's been quite the journey. Ron takes us through his Slash's Snakepit audition, taking over for Anthony Kiedis during the early Red Hot Chili Peppers days, dealing with Geffen Records, his iconic scene in Terminator 2, and a whole lot more!

Talkin' GNR with Ralph Sutton and Jake Brennan | Ep. 171 12.02.2020

Ralph Sutton, host of "The Sex, Drugs, & Rock-n-Roll Show" and owner of the GaS Digital Network, joins us in-studio for an entertaining conversation about GNR and the world of radio. Then we replay a fun GNR contest that was played on the famous Q104.3 in New York. Win tickets if you sing Don't Cry! Hear the results! Last, but not least, we welcome Jake Brennan. Jake's "Disgraceland" was named 'Be...

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