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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 worthwhile broadcast. “- Alan Niven, former GN'R manager.
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Steve Vai and Joe Satriani: Surfing, Dancing, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 554
Mar 200:22:58Tap to summarizeLegendary guitar icons Joe Satriani and Steve Vai bring their SATCHVAI band to the US for the first time with “Surfing with the Hydra." Joe and Steve join to talk about the tour and new song "Dancing." Plus, we discuss how Joe recommended Bumblefoot for Guns N' Roses, Steve's first time seeing GN'R, and more! More info: https://satchvaiband.com/ Our website. www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →Anything Goes with Chris Weber of Hollywood Rose | Ep. 553
Feb 2300:59:10Tap to summarizeImagine if your therapist wrote Guns N' Roses songs. Chris Weber of Hollywood Rose returns to the podcast to dive deep into "Anything Goes," "Move to the City," and his songwriting process. We also talk music therapy, Axl and Izzy living at his mom's house, thoughts on GN'R still playing his songs, and more! More info: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/chris-weber-los-angeles-ca/783692 https://www.instagram.com/waterstoneguitars Our website: www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →Gary Holt, Exodus: Goliath, Guns N' Roses, and Halftime Shows | Ep. 552
Feb 1600:32:04Tap to summarizeThrash metal legends Exodus have announced "Goliath," out March 20th. Guitar great Gary Holt talks the new album, first time seeing Guns N' Roses, status of Slayer, experience at Ozzy's final show, thoughts on the Super Bowl halftime show, and more! More: https://exodusattack.com/site/ https://napalmrecords.us/collections/exodus https://lnk.to/Exodus-Goliath Our website: www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →Ryan Roxie: Fight Another Day, Slash's Snakepit and Alice Cooper | Ep. 551
Feb 1300:49:04Tap to summarizeRyan Roxie, longtime guitarist for rock legend Alice Cooper, returns to the podcast after 7 years! Ryan talks his new song "Fight Another Day," reflects on Slash's Snakepit, life lessons learned from Alice, and more! More info: https://ryanroxie.com/ https://youtu.be/2VE9X1PdU7U?si=lzc2TwfG8LCKz7D7 Our website: www.afdpod.com
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Tailgunner: New Music, Guns N' Roses, and Grammys Review | Ep. 550
Feb 500:34:25Tap to summarizeTailgunner is on the rise. Judas Priest guitar legend K.K. Downing has dubbed them “the next big thing" and produced their new album, "Midnight Blitz." We talk to Tom (aka Bones) and Rhea about their growth in the UK metal scene, Guns N' Roses fandom, and thoughts on the Grammys. Plus, "Shotgun News" with more talk about a potential new GN'R album and the Ozzy tribute with Slash and Duff. Guest appearance from Baby Brownstone. More info: https://linktr.ee/tailgunnerhq https://www.facebook.com/tailgunnerhq/ https://www.instagram.com/tailgunnerhq/ https://label.napalmrecords.com/tailgunner WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →How I got Dr. Pepper involved with Chinese Democracy | Ep. 549
Jan 3001:07:49Tap to summarizeSome might recognize Chris Kooluris as "Kaneda" from his successful pinball podcast or perhaps the controversial days on GN'R message boards. After this episode, you'll know him as reason behind Dr. Pepper getting involved with Chinese Democracy. What really happened with this infamous promotion? More info: https://patreon.com/kanedapinball Our website: www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →"Magnum Opus: The Unbelievable 15 Year Saga of Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy" | Ep. 548
Jan 1501:23:44Tap to summarizeJames Greene Jr. is the author of "Magnum Opus: The Unbelievable 15 Year Saga of Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy." This is the first book to unravel the entire bizarre story behind the album. Through exclusive interviews and extensive research, James shares everything...well, not those anonymous sources... More info: https://www.amazon.com/Magnum-Opus-Unbelievable-15-Year-Democracy/dp/1493074784 https://www.facebook.com/jamesgreenejr/ https://bsky.app/profile/jamesgreenejr.bsky.social WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →Peter Napoliello: Part IV (Geffen, Guns N' Roses, and The Power of Legacy) | Ep. 547
Jan 1001:23:57Tap to summarizeKicking off 2026 with new resolutions and a fan-favorite guest. Former Geffen SVP of Promotions, Peter Napoliello returns for more stories about his days with Guns N' Roses. We discuss the departure of Izzy, legacy of GN'R, perspective toward older artists, and much more! Other Peter interviews (Eps. 144, 311, and 461): https://youtu.be/Cb-LiVvufTI https://youtu.be/tpRG6neaCjc https://youtu.be/BC1PPpdGxcU WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →A Show about Nothin' (and Atlas) | Ep. 546
Dec 2400:55:20Tap to summarizeNew(ish) songs, another tour, your comments, a GN'R/Seinfeld multiverse...it's last podcast of 2025! First half: My review of "Nothin'" and "Atlas." Second half: "Mr. Mailstone," reading your letters. See ya in '26! WEBSITE: www.afdpod.com
Transcribe →Dan Cleary talks Jane's Addiction breakup and touring with Guns N' Roses | Ep. 545
Dec 1700:57:08Tap to summarizeJoining is Dan Cleary, guitar/bass tech for Jane's Addiction. Dan gets candid about their infamous fight and breakup. Plus, stories about Guns N' Roses' recent tour (filled in for Duff's legendary bass tech, McBob), alien encounters, and Yankees / Red Sox rivalry, and more! More info: https://www.instagram.com/dancleary79/ https://x.com/DanCleary79 https://podcasts.apple.comOthers https://podcasts.apple.comRare Our website: www.afdpod.com Note: I was right about McBob :)
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