Appetite for Distortion

GNR has announced a slew of new North American dates. In "Shotgun News" we discuss the new tour, the Super Bowl, and Axl's tribute to Kobe Bryant. Then we welcome our first guest, author Mark Bego. Mark has penned a new Elton John book called "Rocket Man." We chat about Elton, Axl, and more! Last, but not least, we are joined by podcaster Chelsea Ursin. She tells us about her show "Dear Young Rock...

Matthias Jabs has been the guitarist for the Scorpions for 42 years. This year, Scorpions have announced that they will be taking over the Las Vegas Strip with their exclusive headlining residency show. We talk to Matthias about Vegas, new Scorpions music, Slash, and even Michael Jackson! Next we have journalist Matt Wake on to join us for "Shotgun News." We discuss Matt's recent Myles Kennedy int...

DEMONS & WIZARDS is one of the most legendary collaborations in the history of heavy metal, uniting the talents of Jon Schaffer (Iced Earth) and Hansi Kürsch (Blind Guardian). Jon and Hansi are in-studio to discuss their new album "III", thoughts on the metal genre, and GNR. Then for the "Fan Obsession" segment we welcome Jay from Baltimore. He shares stories of his parents warning him about liste...

Brian Tichy is a world class drummer who has worked with many artists including Billy Idol, Ozzy, Foreigner, and Gilby Clarke just to name a few. Brian talks to us about touring with Slash's Snakepit, Velvet Revolver, and his new band Silverthorne.

Jon Wiederhorn has a brand new book out. "Raising Hell: Backstage Tales From Metal Legends" takes us onto tour buses, into hotel rooms, and to exclusive parties and spots both seedy and glamorous that served as home away from home for some of the most outrageous and entertaining musicians of the past forty years. And we ask, is Guns N' Roses metal? Then we invite Dan from the WTFamicom Podcast to...

Stephen Chesney and Chad Atkins are 2 musicians who are both massive Guns N' Roses fans. In 2016 they decided to team up to make an original GNR-sounding album. Well, it was so GNR-sounding and original, many fans thought the Chesney & Adkins songs WERE Axl & Slash. Chesney and Atkins share this story, as well as preview a few songs off their long-awaited upcoming album, including a song with form...

If you don't know Jimmy Webb, you soon will never forget him. The owner of the "I NEED MORE" clothing store in NYC discusses how he went from runaway addict to working with the stars. Prince, Madonna, Slash, Duff, Iggy Pop, Debbie Harry, and many more. Tune in to hear his incredible story! Special co-host, @LeaWilliamsArt

Mike Levine is the bassist and keyboardist for the legendary Canadian band, Triumph. He chats with us about the 30th Anniversary re-issue of "Classics," his hockey jersey collection, working with Mike Clink, and a night he & Slash got arrested. Next, our "Fan Obsession" segment features AFD Show listener Lea Williams from the UK to share her personal GNR story.

Rod Jackson is the powerful voice behind Slash's Snakepit album, Ain't Life Grand in 2000. It's been a long road since then. We catch up with Rod as he makes his 2nd appearance on the show. Personal stuff, Slash's Snakepit, and NEW music...we discuss it all. * Make sure to stick around after the interview as we debut the BRAND NEW Rod Jackson song, "Karma Train." Shared with permission from Rod.

Nico was only 3 months old when her father Shannon Hoon of Blind Melon passed away in 1995. Now 24, she has her own band and is excited for the world to finally see her dad's film. Nico tells us all about "All I Can Say," which was primarily filmed by Shannon himself with a camcorder, and what it is like growing up Hoon.

Papa Roach is heading out on the road with Five Finger Death Punch next year and is already working on their next album. Also the P-Roach bassist celebrates nearly 20 years of "Infest" and tells us stories of being on the road with Korn, Avenged Sevenfold, and Guns N' Roses.

The Buckcherry frontman discusses their latest album (Warpaint), touring, lineup changes, future plans, and how he was almost the singer for Velvet Revolver.

Don't just call Marc Vachon a Fashion Designer, refer to him as "Maker of Cool Shit." Marc was childhood friends of Slash and Dave Kushner, so how did he go from drawing kid pictures with Saul Hudson to designing clothes for Velvet Revolver? Scott Weiland was wearing Marc's brand before VR even happened. Hear Marc's awesome tale of DIY punk clothes beginnings to dressing some of the industries big...

Hookers & Blow, the now legendary project formed by long time Guns N' Roses keyboardist Dizzy Reed and Quiet Riot guitarist Alex Grossi, have announced a string of winter tour dates. Also they are debuting their brand new song, a cover of Eddie Money's Shakin. The very 1st song Hookers & Blow have ever recorded. Get a world premiere taste right here on the AFD Show!

Penelope Spheeris is an iconic film director and screenwriter. The Decline of Western Civilization trilogy, Wayne's World, & Black Sheep with Chris Farley are just some of her accomplishments. As she is days away from receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award, we reflect back on her career. Dissecting "Decline Part 2"...how was it to work with Ozzy, the infamous Chris Holmes scene, and why wasn't Gun...

Pauly Shore joins us to discuss being on the road with the "Family Feud" game show and his Guns N' Roses connections. His MTV Show "Totally Pauly" almost had a "Where's Axl?" week, with the help of Matt Sorum. So what happened? We also chat about his comedy, movies, and podcasting. Check it out, buuuuuuddy...

Desmond Child (Grammy winner/Song Writers Hall of Fame), joins us to discuss his new album, "Desmond Child Live." Desmond has worked with many legendary rock acts like Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, KISS, and Alice Cooper...so what does he think of Slash? Follow Desmond at @Desmond. Child on Instagram. Then in the "Fan Obsession" segment we speak with Dustin and Chris, hosts of the "Guns N' Radio Podcast."...

Sheila E, known to all as "The Queen of Percussion," has teamed with her close friend, legendary rap superstar Snoop Dogg, to record a fun and electrifying new song, “No Line." We also discuss her passion for rock n' roll and discover what GNR connections she has. After the interview we speak to a GNR fan, Dave from the UK, for a segment we call "Fan Obession" where you the listener discuss your G...

Wrestling fans want to know if CM Punk will return to the ring. Horror fans want to know how good Phil Brooks is in his leading man debut for the new film "Girl on the Third Floor." Brando wants to know how CM's GNR concert experience was. We'll answer all!

Guitarist Dan Estrin joins us to celebrate the 15th anniversary of Hoobastank’s sophomore album The Reason with a multi-format reissue that includes five bonus tracks. Dan also reflects on touring with Velvet Revolver, Stone Temple Pilots, and how the bands treated him. Then we're joined by Brett Buchanan from AlternativeNation.net. Brett and Brando give their review of Austin City Limits weekend...

Marc Canter and Jack Lue were there. They both documented the beginning of GNR and put together the 2008 book "Reckless Road: Guns N' Roses and the Making of Appetite for Destruction." Hear these two friends discuss how they got involved in the GNR world and reflect on many iconic moments in the band's history. We also ask them YOUR questions.

First, the Hall of Fame lead singer of Def Leppard calls in to discuss his new album with his other band, Down 'n' Outz - "This Is How We Roll." We chat about his passion for new music, will Def Lep make another record, and his friends in Guns N' Roses. Next, we're joined in-studio by Art Art Alexakis, frontman of Everclear. We discuss his new solo album "Sun Songs," his battle with MS, and if he...

Mick 0'Shea is an established author and journalist that has written about artists ranging from the Sex Pistols to One Direction, and topics from rocker deaths to the Hunger Games. "Dead Straight Guide to Guns 'N' Roses" is his latest release and his second GNR book. He calls in to tell us all about his journey as an author and his love of Guns N' Roses. After the interview, an important "Shotgun...

Stix Zadinia and Lexxi Foxx from glam metal band Steel Panther join us in-studio to discuss their new album "Heavy Metal Rules," feelings on hair metal, grunge, opening for Guns N' Roses and so much more!

Legendary guitarist Scott Gorham is back with a brand new album from Black Star Riders, "Another State of Grace." Scott calls in to discuss the new album, the recording process, and his thoughts on Axl Rose's Thin Lizzy fandom. He also talks about Thin Lizzy opening for GNR in 2012. Then returning for Shotgun News is RussTCB from MyGNRForum.com to discuss even more GNR song leaks since the last ep...