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, 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.
Past guests include Alice Cooper, Matt Sorum, Gilby Clarke, Richard Fortus, 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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CKY are back with their first new single in 7 years, "Can't Stop Running." Band co-founder and drummer Jess Margera returns to the podcast to talk new music, balancing tour life with fatherhood, thoughts on Axl's recent inner-ear monitor drama, and more stories from the infamous 2002 tour with Guns N' Roses.
More info:
https://linktr.ee/ckymusic
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cky3/cant-stop-running
https://www.instagram.com/jessmargera
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Dan McConomy was the manager for West Arkeen and his band, The Outpatience. We learn more about the late musician, his songwriting, how the album almost didn't happen, the truth behind West's tragic death, a crazy story behind the monkey album cover, Guns N' Roses' early days, and much more!
More info:
Contact Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danmcconomy1/
https://www.thestereoflow.com/dan-mcconomy
Outpatience album:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLy1F0NPv5gorztFyLQ_Ch4x_4Y3-_6-P
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Axl has teamed up with Sumerian Comics to launch a brand-new graphic novel series, "Axl Rose: Appetite For Destruction." Nathan Yocum, Sumerian co-founder and series co-creator, joins to tell us all about it!
More info:
https://sumerian.ink/
https://www.instagram.com/sumeriancomics/
Our website:
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John Bush, legendary vocalist of Armored Saint, is celebrating the Anthrax albums he fronted. John joins to talk upcoming performances, reminisce on his Anthrax tenure, a "6-degrees of GN'R Bacon," and much more!
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/officialjohnbush/
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnBush/
https://www.armoredsaint.com/
*Note: Audio not the usual quality as my equipment broke just before taping. Apologies.
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Billy McCloud is credited for co-writing the Guns N' Roses song "Yesterdays" from Use Your Illusion II. Sadly, Billy passed in 2002, but his sister Cynthia is here to share the story. Who was he? Why just "Billy" in the UYI II liner notes? What did Axl pay out in royalites?
Cynthia McCloud is eager to let fans know who her brother was and how generous Axl is. A previously untold tale of one of GNR's most classic songs.
More on Cynthia:
https://www.instagram.com/whatagirleats/
https://whatagirleats.com/
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Legendary guitarist Michael Schenker returns to discuss "Don't Sell Your Soul," the second part of an album trilogy that began with 2024's "My Years With UFO." We talk the new record, Axl Rose's contribution to the previous one, and more!
More info:
https://michaelschenkerhimself.com/
https://schenker.lnk.to/DSYSALBUMID
https://youtu.be/k1DzRfMvANI?si=P1FAJOlLwRWKzip2
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Exactly what the title says. Didn't want to talk about a first time, so why not a second? I'm still tired of people trying to drag down legends....
We'll be honest with each other, with the right perspective. Let's talk about Axl Rose's voice and those who criticize him. This time, we're joined by musician/vocal coach, Tony Noyes.
More info:
https://www.tonynoyes.com/
https://www.youtube.com/tntnoyes
Link to Part I: https://youtu.be/z0QofxJeQ2Q
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Derek Shulman, of progressive rock pioneers Gentle Giant and legendary A&R man, chronicles a remarkable life and career surrounded by music in his new memoir. Derek talks about opening for Black Sabbath, signing Bon Jovi, resurrecting AC/DC, and much more!
More info about "Giant Steps: My Improbable Journey from Stage Lights to Executive Heights: https://gentlegiantband.com/
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Extreme metal trailblazers SOULFLY deliver their 13th album "CHAMA" on October 24th. Max Cavalera returns to talk the new record, making music with his sons, Christmas dinner at Ozzy's house, defense of an aging Axl Rose, and more!
More info:
https://soulfly.bfan.link/chama
https://soulfly.bfan.link/storm-the-gates
https://www.instagram.com/thesoulflytribe
Our website:
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Our Lady Peace lead vocalist Raine Maida joins. We celebrate 30 years of OLP, reclaiming the song "Whatever" from the Chris Benoit tragedy, Axl Rose watching the Mayweather-McGregor fight through his tour bus window, and more!
More info:
https://www.ourladypeace.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ourladypeace
https://lnk.to/OLPwhatever
Our website:
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Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson has unleashed a re-worked version of his classic 1994 album, now titled "More Balls To Picasso." As I switch from radio producer to interviewer, Bruce joins us to talk about the rerelease, fatherhood, his solo tour, and more!
More info:
https://www.ironmaiden.com/bruce-dickinson-more-balls-to-picasso/
https://www.instagram.com/brucedickinsonhq/
https://www.themandrakeproject.com/
Our website:
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Note: This was recorded on 8/21, day before his tour launch.
Rock legend Glenn Hughes returns with his new studio album “Chosen," set for release on September 5th. Glenn chats with us about what may be his last rock record, how to stay "in the moment," and thoughts on Guns N' Roses.
More info:
https://www.glennhughes.com/
https://www.instagram.com/glennhughesonline/
Our website:
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Don Felder, formerly of The Eagles, joins to talk his “The Rock & Roll Retreat” Sweepstakes to benefit the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. You can win the "Ultimate Nashville Rock Experience," including a private guitar lesson with Don. Plus, we talk about his relationship with Guns N' Roses guitarist, Slash.
More info:
https://www.donfelder.com/contests
https://www.instagram.com/donfeldermusic/
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Michael Kiske, co-lead vocalist for the iconic Helloween joins to discuss their new album "Giants & Monsters." Plus, Michael reflects on 40 years of Helloween, memories of the infamous 1988 "Monsters of Rock" Festival, and his Guns N' Roses fandom.
More info:
https://www.helloween.org/
https://www.facebook.com/helloweenofficial/
Our website:
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Before Scott Weiland officially became the lead singer of Velvet Revolver, Slash and company went through hundreds of audition tapes. How close was Kelly Shaefer (vocalist of Atheist / Neurotica) to landing that gig first? Join us for his epic VR tale, parenting tips, and much more!
More info:
https://www.facebook.com/AtheistBand/
https://www.instagram.com/atheistband
https://www.facebook.com/kellyshaefer
Kelly's demos with VR: https://youtu.be/5SWl0otjqN0?si=xRYwtJS3jhxtSxrG
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Exactly what the title says. I'm so very tired of people trying to drag down legends. We'll be honest with each other...with the right perspective. Didn't want to do this, but let's talk about Axl Rose's voice and those who criticize him.
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"Life is Fighting" is the debut memoir from Kevin Kesar (aka Karrion Kross of the WWE). Karrion talks about becoming an author, obstacles on the path to achieving his dreams, and love for "You Could Be Mine" from Guns N' Roses.
More info:
https://www.amazon.com/Life-Fighting-Kevin-Robert-Kesar/dp/1770418490
https://www.instagram.com/realkillerkross
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"The Violent Hour" is the debut EP from Carla Harvey and Charlie Benante. Carla talks about making this new project with her boyfriend Charlie (aka the Anthrax/Pantera drummer), their experience at Black Sabbath's "Back to the Beginning," and a staunch defense of Axl Rose at 63.
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/carlaharvey/
https://www.instagram.com/theviolenthourband/
https://www.facebook.com/p/The-Violent-Hour-61565904311273/
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Becoming the first all-Arab band to open for Guns N' Roses was a long and difficult road for Nas and Winterburn. Naser Mestarihi from Saudi Arabia joins to share his incredible tale of triumph, including an ongoing battle with MS and direct praise from Duff McKagan.
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/nasmestarihi/
https://www.instagram.com/winterburnofficial/
Our website:
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Enuff Z’nuff are back with "Xtra Cherries" and the charismatic Chip Z'nuff returns to the podcast to discuss their new album. Plus, Chip talks about his close relationship with Steven Adler, touring with a Guns N' Roses tribute band, and more!
More info:
https://www.enuffznuff.com/
https://orcd.co/enuffznuff_xtracherries
https://youtu.be/kdpCirxG-WI?si=wWxgSmH_85JTt-FT
https://www.facebook.com/prettytiedupgnr/
"Xtra Cherries," available on all formats everywhere July 25!
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I'm also new to the podcast. I heard about it through the @BuckSexton show last night. I'm so glad I did, GnR was my favorite band back in the day. I was confused on what happened to the band, so I started with your first episode and will catch-up soon. Nice to take a break from political podcast for a change! Thanks guys, you're doing a great job! keep it up, please!!
new to the podcast so playing catch up really enjoying the podcast as a huge GnR fan