Appetite for Distortion

Austin John Winkler, the multi-platinum selling/former frontman of Hinder, joins for candid conversation. Austin opens up about his road to recovery, excitement for the Founder’s debut EP "Walking Ded," and that time he auditioned for Velvet Revolver. More info: https://linktr.ee/austinjohnwinkler https://shorturl.at/G4Pmb Our website: afdpod.com

Through captivating storytelling and intimate interviews, "The Jersey Sound" documentary displays the state's musical history. Randy Dominguez (Executive Producer) joins to discuss NJ's rock scene stemming from acts like Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Metallica, Guns N' Roses, Skid Row, and more! More info: https://thejerseysound.com/ https://bio.site/thejerseysound Our website: afdpod.com

We're joined by Joe Bouchard, co-founder of the legendary Blue Öyster Cult. We highlight the Raven Drum Foundation, "Godzilla" with Matt Sorum, thoughts on Appetite, embracing cowbell "fever" and more! --- Performance info: The Second Annual Raven Drum Foundation Benefit Raising funds for First Responders.  The Cutting Room 44 East 32nd St, New York, NY, 10016 Friday, April 25th This special night...

Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal makes his long-awaited debut on the podcast. We chat all about his new album "Bumblefoot Returns!" Plus...our mutual love of cats, the space-time continuum, Baby Brownstone says "Bumblefoot," and much more! More info: https://bumblefoot.com/ https://bumblefoot.bandcamp.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bumblefoot OUR WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com

The Dead Daisies are back with "Lookin’ For Trouble," an "unexpected" blues album. Guitarist extraordinaire Doug Aldrich joins to discuss creating the blues with John Corabi, friendship with Richard Fortus, and what David Coverdale told him after receiving an invite to audition for Guns N' Roses. "Lookin’ For Trouble" available May 30th. More info: https://thedeaddaisies.com/ https://www.instagram...

Our friend Nils Goldschmidt of Velvet Chains joins. You may have seen them open for Slash with Myles, heard their song "Tattooed" with Richard Fortus, and now they're about to kickoff for Stone Temple Pilots in Brazil. And yes, Nils has been mistaken for Duff...even by Slash's crew! We catch up talking all things VC and GN'R. More info: https://velvetchains.com/ Our website: afdpod.com Intro music...

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.am...

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/ Our website: www.afdpod.com

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...

"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/

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

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/ Our site: www.afdpod.com

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/ Our Website: www.afdpod.com

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/ Our website: www.afdpod.com

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

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 Our website: www.afdpod.com

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

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

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/

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 Our website: www.afdpod.com

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.  Our website: afdpod.com

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/...

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 WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com

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 our website: www.afdpod.com

"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 OUR WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com