Appetite for Distortion

Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul have announced the release of their eagerly awaited new album, SUMMER OF SORCERY. We discuss the new album, his hologram in the New Jersey Hall of Fame, who he's like to still play with, and more!

The Dead Kennedys continue their 40th Anniversay celebration with the 3-CD set and digital download "DK40." DK founder and guitarist East Bay Ray joins us to chat about the new collection and take some deep dives when we discuss the GNR/YouTube/Copyright conversation. Talking corporate greed and surveillance with a punk icon on a Guns N' Roses podcast? Why not! Then on "Shotgun News" we discuss th...

Billy Rowe returns to the show. We got Billy's story in episode 64, and today he's here to update us on all things Jetboy. Also joining is Howie Hubberman, an entrepreneur that once invested money a couple unknown bands, Guns N' Roses and Poison. Billy and Howie go way back, so we hear them reminisce about the early days of GNR and Jetboy. We learn about Howie's path that lead him to open a guitar...

Michael Schenker Fest's studio album, 'RESURRECTION', is out now. The legendary guitarist talks to us about new music, all the iconic bands that asked him to join, the loss of his band mate Ted McKenna, and wanting to have Slash on an album. Please follow/subscribe/leave a comment!

Susan Holmes McKagan joins us to talk about her first novel, The Velvet Rose. Set in the 90's, she draws upon her real-life experiences with husband Duff McKagan for this coming-of-age story. Susan tells us all about the hard work and inspiration put into her new book. She also shares how she and Duff met, as well as her feelings about the Not in This Lifetime tour. All that and MUCH more! Please...

Jim Breuer, comedian and actor, joins us in-studio to discuss his new comedy record "Live from Portland." The album came from his time on tour with Metallica, so we discuss that and his feelings on Axl/DC. Then returning to the show is Quiet Riot guitarist Alex Grossi. We discuss the new record label deal he and Dizzy Reed signed for Hookers N' Blow. We're also connect to Australia with Mark Alexa...

First up we are joined by the legendary vocalist of White Snake, David Coverdale. David talks about Whitesnakes' new album "Flesh & Blood," his battle with arthritis, and friendship with Slash and Duff. Next, Danny Goldberg, one of Nirvana's managers from 1990-1994. He has penned the new book SERVING THE SERVANT: Remembering Kurt Cobain. We discuss the book, Kurt's legacy, and relationship with Ax...

Honored to have Megadeth's Dave Mustaine on the show. Dave talks about "Experience Hendrix," the 35th Anniversary graphic novel, and if Slash ever tried out for Megadeth.

Recorded the day of its release, Tesla's Brian Wheat joins us to talk all about his new album. He also shares his opinion on rock movies, being label-mates with Guns N' Roses when they started, & more! Then joining is Tom McClane from Ohio. He's a GNR fan and a wrestler. He named his "finishing move" after his favorite band and it lead him to a friendship with Shooter Jennings. Tom "Die Hard" McCl...

That means you andy secher at hit parader, circus magazine Mick wall at kerrang, bob guccione jr. at spin What you pissed off 'cause your dad gets more p... Founder of Spin Magazine and WonderlustTravel.com, Bob Guccione Jr. discusses his career and the Guns N' Roses song that has immortalized him forever.

Returning to the AFD Show is Bryan "Brain" Mantia. Brain tells us all about his upcoming new projects, including with current GNR member Melissa Reese. He also shares the history behind the naming unreleased/unfinished Chinese Democracy songs called "The General" and "Seven." Brain even opens up about the 2001 House of Blues show, his first appearance with the band and what he was told regarding t...

First up, we are honored to speak with punk icon, Henry Rollins. We discuss his involvement in the docuseries PUNK on the Epix channel (produced by Iggy Pop). Henry also shares his feelings on the movement today and answers if he thinks Guns N' Roses was punk. Our second interview is with 25-year-old KC Nash Kelly, the nephew of the late West Arkeen. KC shares intimate feelings about his uncle and...

Judas Priest guitarist Richie Faulkner returns to the show. He updates us on the cancelled Ozzy dates, Priest's upcoming tour with Uriah Heep, and we compare GNR vs Priest with their media approach. After we speak with Richie, we invite Guns N' Roses super-fan Alex Mendoza from Moorpark, CA on the show. He shares his GNR adventure at this year's NAMM Show and why Axl Rose may know who he is. Pleas...

We are honored to have Tommy Stinson back on the show. In May he will embark on the North American leg of the Lemonhead's tour, but he has so much more planned. Cowboys in the Campfire, Bash & Pop, solo record, autobiography, Guns N' Roses, your fan questions...we discuss all! Also joining us as co-host is Jenna from Philly, a listener of the AFD who won the chance to interview Tommy!

This episode features a candid interview with Styper frontman, Michael Sweet. With a different approach than GNR and Axl, Michael is very transparent with his beliefs, lyrics, and message. Michael updates us on new Stryper music, a solo record, and a documentary in the works. How do we compare a Christian metal band to Guns? Only one way to find out...

"Smash asked GNR to “redecorate” the Headbangers Ball set, and they trashed it like a bunch of stoned denim and leather zombies," - Matt Wake, LA Weekly 1987 was a landmark year for Guns N' Roses and MTV. "Adam Smash" had a relatively unknown GNR on for an interview in the early days of the iconic Headbangers Ball. Here to talk about the interview, the true story of how and why it happened (especi...

Big show, 2 interviews. First up, special co-host Geoff from GNR Central helps interview Freekbass. Freek tells us all about the Cincinnati funk scene and his work with Buckethead. Also he details how his new band, Headtronics, formed. One of his Headtronics bandmates is our second guest...Richard Fortus. Guns N' Roses' Richard Fortus joins us later in the episode to talk about this new band, answ...

Legendary drummer of Vanilla Fudge, Carmine Appice joins the show IN-STUDIO! We discuss the re-release of his brilliant Guitar Zeus album which includes new music from Bumblefoot. We also chat about the Super Bowl halftime show, real estate, and New York! Also in episode 103 we read some of your fan mail and get excited for upcoming guests. Please follow/subscribe/leave a message!

Perhaps we should label this episode "Appetite for Emotion." Former Great White & Guns N' Roses manager Alan Niven joins us for the 3rd time. Alan fell into a deep depression after his firing from GNR and tells us that part of his story, mainly in hopes it will help someone else. An important conversation is had in episode 102 of the AFD Show. Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Former Guns N' Roses manager returns on episode 101, and this time he brought a friend. Dr. Stephen Thaxton, a chiropractor from West Virginia. Why? Because his first chiropractic job was touring with Guns N' Roses for over 2 years! He's also been on tour with Bon Jovi the past couple decades. Dr. Steve has some of the most surreal and funny GNR stories you've never heard! And Doug does a great jo...

Legendary bassists Frank Bello (Anthrax) and Dave Ellefson (Megadeth)have joined forces on a new band Altitudes & Attitude with a new album "Get It Out." Soon they will be opening for Slash on tour. They both go way back with Slash. How about with Bumblefoot? Buckethead? When was the first time Dave Ellefson heard Guns N' Roses? That and much more with Frank and Dave. Plus it's episode 100!! Let's...

In episode 91 we heard from Matt McKagan, but now it's time to speak with another Duff-brother, Bruce. Bruce McKagan along with Duff will take part in an upcoming "Renew Our Community" event in York, South Carolina. With a great sense of humor, Bruce takes us through what it's like being a protective older brother, his musical path, and why this is the happiest he's ever seen Duff in Guns N' Roses...

In the first episode of 2019, former Guns N' Roses manager Doug Goldstein makes his long-awaited appearance on the AFD Show. We break down Axl's Looney Tunes cameo, discuss his work for matthewshope.org, and Doug answers YOUR fan submitted questions. Please follow, subscribe, and leave a review!

After Slash and before Chinese Democracy, for Guns N' Roses there was 1999's "Oh My God." Only appearing on the "End of Days" soundtrack, much about the song and this time-period remains a mystery. One of the many puzzle pieces of that era of GNR is guitarist Gary Sunshine. Gary tells us how his relationship with Axl Rose started, the unique process of making music with him, and how he feels about...

Producer/engineer/guitarist/Sci-Fi writer Doug Grean calls in. As Scott Weiland's close friend and writing partner, and for the first time since Scott's passing, Doug shared his experiences with the late singer. Doug's latest project is new web-series web series called "Starman," about a washed-up drug addicted rockstar that finds himself being hunted down by a killer from another planet. https://...