Best Appetite For Distortion Podcasts (2024)

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Mark "Weissguy" Weiss, 80's Rock Photography Icon | Ep. 455 1:03:05

10m ago1:03:05

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World-renowned photographer, Mark “Weissguy” Weiss, helped craft the visual imagery of rock and metal in the 1980s. We chat about Mark's book "The Decade That Rocked," new website ROCKEDmag.com, his legendary Guns N' Roses photos, and much more!More Mark info:thedecadethatrocked.comrockedmag.comVisit our new website @ afdpod.com…

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7 minutes with Slayer's Kerry King | Ep. 454 40:55

6d ago40:55

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The iconic Slayer songwriter/guitarist Kerry King joins to chat his new solo album "From Hell I Rise" (available May 17th), Slash, Appetite for Destruction, and more!Then you and I chat in "My Monologue."More Kerry info: kerrykingofficial.comtwitter.com/kerrykingmusicinstagram.com/kerrykingmusic/facebook.com/KerryKingOfficial/…

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Episode 98: Dave's Deep State 1:12:13

4d ago1:12:13

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"If one thing is incorrect, what else is incorrect?" So it goes, as Darren and Steve debate and discuss Dave Lee Roth's recent, back-to-back "Roth Show" episodes, "Stalker" and "Who Called The Ambulance." Who the hell is Dell/Del, a descent into a deep state with myster gardeners and plumbers, part of the Civilian Surveillance Corps. Plus various i…

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Chris Slade's Timeline: AC/DC, Axl, Tom Jones n' more! | Ep. 453 59:56

14d ago59:56

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Legendary drummer Chris Slade joins. We chat about the upcoming album and tour from "The Chris Slade Timeline," AC/DC (...and Axl/DC), Tom Jones, my trip to the U.K., his autobiography and more!Chris Slade info:https://chrisslade.comhttps://www.facebook.com/ChrisSladeACDChttps://www.instagram.com/chrissladedrumshttps://x.com/ChrisSladeDrumshttps://…

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A Brief Chat with Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden | Ep 452 43:55

21d ago43:55

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Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson joins to promote his new solo venture, "The Mandrake Project." We talk "the different sides of Bruce," mental toughness, and more!Then, you and I have a chat. We dissect the Bruce interview and Axl's new website. Is a book coming?More info about The Mandrake Project album and comics here: https://www.themandrakeproject…

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Doc Coyle talks Bad Wolves and Good Guns N' Roses | Ep. 451 44:19

27d ago44:19

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Bad Wolves' guitarist Doc Coyle joins to talk their upcoming tour with P.O.D., new album "Die About It," and his good (and bad) Guns N' Roses concert experiences. #gunsnroses #badwolves #doccoyle More Bad Wolves info:https://badwolvesnation.com/WEBSITE:www.afdpod.comBy Appetite for Distortion

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Wolf Hoffmann talks Accept, A.I., and Appetite | Ep. 450 26:39

1M ago26:39

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Guitarist Wolf Hoffmann, of the heavy metal legends Accept, recently announced their new album, Humanoid (available April 26th). Wolf talks the new record, views on Artificial Intelligence, Appetite for Destruction, Balls to the Wall and more!More info:https://www.acceptworldwide.com/https://accept-humanoid.vercel.app/WEBSITE: www.afdpod.comSUPPORT…

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Episode 97: "He Could've Done That..." 59:51

1M ago59:51

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Darren and Steve discuss, dismantle, and debate the latest in David Lee Roth and DLR-adjacent news. Steve has a dream, Darren has some thought and ideas on royalties and there's the big story from Louder about Van Halen at Castle Donnington in 1984. And some thoughts on Alex Van Halen's book and a new book on VH, Van Halen At 50, by Martin Popoff, …

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Welcome to the Website | Ep. 449 39:08

2M ago39:08

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Taking almost as long Chinese Democracy, we finally have a website! Let's discuss the all-new afdpod.com, the future, asking "dumb" GN'R questions and more!#gunsnroses #gnr #podcast More info at....WEBSITE:www.afdpod.comSUPPORT:patreon.com/AFDPodcastMERCH:https://afdpodcast.creator-spring.comSOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheAFDPodcastFa…

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Jess Margera talks 25 years of CKY, GN'R riots, and brother Bam | Ep. 448 1:15:46

2M ago1:15:46

1:15:46

CKY drummer and founding member Jess Margera joins to talk their 25th anniversary tour, the infamous 2002 Guns N' Roses Chinese Democracy riots and gets candid about his brother Bam. Guest co-host: Scotto returns!More info: https://www.facebook.com/ckyalliance/https://www.instagram.com/ckymusic/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion…

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Shinedown and Devour the Day | Ep. 447 27:06

2M ago27:06

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Shinedown's Brent Smith and Zach Myers join to talk their latest album "Planet Zero," the Rock Hall of Fame, "November Rain" lyrics, and more.Then, Blake and Joey of Devour The Day and Egypt Central join to talk their latest "Nobody Owns Me," what it's like using a studio after Slash, and more!Special co-host: Baby BrownstoneMore info:https://www.s…

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Episode 96: The Alex Van Halen Book & Various Ramblings 1:14:50

3M ago1:14:50

1:14:50

Darren and Steve are psyched and very curious about the recently-announced Alex Van Halen autobiography, Brothers, the Van Halen News Desk announcements...and wonder if Dave knew Alex's books was coming? Plus, the usual recent and current video/podcast shenanigans from DLR, Darren talks with Tesla's Brian Wheat about Diamond Dave wanting to manage …

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Rogers Stevens on Blind Melon, Shannon Hoon, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 446 51:16

2M ago51:16

51:16

Founding member of Blind Melon, guitarist Rogers Stevens, joins to talk his latest project Towne & Stevens. Rogers also shares heartfelt stories about the late Shannon Hoon, the future for Blind Melon, fond memories of touring with Guns N' Roses, and more!More info:https://www.instagram.com/towneandstevens/https://www.instagram.com/blindmelonband/T…

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Courtney Taylor-Taylor, The Dandy Warhols | Ep. 445 30:29

3M ago30:29

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The Dandy Warhols' upcoming album "ROCKMAKER" (out March 15th) includes the track “I’d Like To Help You With Your Problem” featuring Guns N' Roses' Slash. Lead singer Courtney Taylor-Taylor joins to talk about collaborating with Slash, Debbie Harry, preparing for their North American and Australian tours, and more!More info: https://dandywarhols.co…

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SMKC Review with Velvet Chains | Ep. 444 48:01

3M ago48:01

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Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators recently kicked off their international tour with a string of dates in Mexico. Who better to review these shows than the opening act? Velvet Chains' Nils and Jason join.More info:https://velvetchains.com/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortionBy Appetite for Distortion

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Gus G talks Firewind, Ozzy, Slash and more! | Ep. 443 1:11:06

3M ago1:11:06

1:11:06

Hard rock power metal titans Firewind will release their tenth album, "Stand United" on March 1st. Guitar virtuoso Gus G joins to talk about the new record, his time with Ozzy, playing with Slash, and more!Guest fan co-host: Conie from GreeceFirewind info:https://firewind.gr/https://www.facebook.com/firewindofficialConie's band, Damage Done, new si…

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Appetite for Discovery: Trev Lukather, The Effect | Ep. 442 51:15

3M ago51:15

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Trev Lukather (son of Toto’s Steve Lukather) joins to talk his new band "The Effect." Plus (pun intended) the effect of having a famous father, bonding with bandmate Nic Collins (son of Phil), auditioning for Guns N' Roses at 18 years old, and much more!More info: https://www.theeffectband.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theeffectband/https://www.patr…

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Appetite for Discovery: The Gems | Ep. 441 26:01

3M ago26:01

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Sweden’s THE GEMS have unleashed their highly anticipated debut album "Phoenix." Consisting of ex-Thundermother members, bandmates Guernica Mancini and Mona “Demona” Lindgren chat to let go of the past, embrace the new, and detail how Guns N' Roses influenced them.More info:https://thegems.se/https://www.napalmrecordsamerica.com/thegemshttps://www.…

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Episode 95: A Different Kind of Truth, Indeed (And This Is An Understatement!) 1:11:52

4M ago1:11:52

1:11:52

Another week, another "Dave unhinged" as Diamond David Lee Roth one continues to burn all bridges left (we need more analogies!), this time with Dave's recent (mercifully short) stories on the Roth Show, about a Van Halen accountant getting thrown out a Jones Beach VH show and then, supposedly why the last Van Halen studio album, A Different Kind o…

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Biff Byford, Saxon | Ep. 440 46:23

3M ago46:23

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"Hell, Fire And Damnation" is Saxon's 24th studio album. Legendary metal vocalist Biff Byford joins to talk new music, touring, connections to Guns N' Roses and more! Guest fan cohost: Robert from Slovenia (AFD podcast listener)More info: https://www.saxon747.com/https://www.instagram.com/robertpavlic.arthttps://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortionhttps…

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Max Cavalera Returns: Soulfly, Sepultura, Guns N' Roses and more! | Ep. 439 56:10

3M ago56:10

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Max Cavalera (Soulfly/ex-Sepultura) returns to the podcast to talk about his new band "Go Ahead and Die," performing with his sons, GN'R at Rock in Rio, and much more!Guest fan cohost: Jeff from Michigan (AFD podcast listener) Links: https://goaheadanddie.bfan.link/gaaduhmechhttps://www.instagram.com/goaheadanddieband/https://www.soulfly.comhttps:/…

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Episode 94: Darren's Book - "DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed The World" 1:04:05

4M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

Steve interviews Darren, taking a deep dive into the latter's new book, DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed The World. Darren gets into the stories, the interviews, info uncovered, and the how and why Diamond Dave is still an influence. Plus, at the top, some thoughts and discussion about Dave's recent "Roth Show" podcast episodes and the stories …

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Danny Worsnop talks Asking Alexandria, GN'R, Ultimate Warrior and more! | Ep. 438 25:38

4M ago25:38

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Asking Alexandria are set to embark on the “All My Friends” North American tour in support of their latest album "Where Do We Go From Here?". Joining is lead singer Danny Worsnop to chat the tour, a love triangle with Axl Rose, working out with the Ultimate Warrior, and more!More info:https://www.askingalexandria.com/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordi…

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Episode 93: There's Nobody To Say No: "The Ballad Of Popsicle Sam" 1:02:24

4M ago1:02:24

1:02:24

Darren and Steve go to epic lengths in trying to figure the new episode of "The Roth Show" and what David Lee Roth is talking about (e.g. Sammy being abducted and probed by aliens, $92,000 spent on dispensary weed, Costco (Kirkland?) weed, and some truly ugly stories about Alex and Eddie Van Halen. Whew...where do we go from here? Gues what? Darren…

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Rock to Recovery with Wesley Geer (ex-Korn/Hed PE) | Ep. 437 36:22

4M ago36:22

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"Rock to Recovery" transforms lives through the powerful experience of writing and performing music. We speak with its founder, guitarist Wesley Geer, about R2R's mission, his time with Hed PE, Korn, and jogging in Belgium with Duff McKagan.More info:Donate - https://rocktorecovery.org/Wes' new band H3M3N - https://shorturl.at/jrFM8https://www.patr…

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Pat Gesualdo, Metal Hall of Fame (Founder/CEO) | Ep. 436 34:59

4M ago34:59

34:59

The 7th Annual Metal Hall of Fame Gala takes place on January 24th. Inductees include Mick Mars, Sebastian Bach, Eddie Trunk and many more deserving names. Founder/CEO of the Metal Hall of Fame, Pat Gesualdo, joins to talk "the most important night in Hard Rock and Heavy Metal.” Links:https://metalhalloffame.org/https://www.patreon.com/theafdpodcas…

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The General Review: 2 (Still Punny) | Ep. 435 36:51

4M ago36:51

36:51

Part 2 of my review of "The General," Guns N' Roses new(ish) song. I also read your comments about Part 1 and discuss the latest with "Doug's Book." https://www.patreon.com/theafdpodcasthttps://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortionBy Appetite for Distortion

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Episode 92: Brando from the ”Appetite For Distortion” Podcast 1:12:23

5M ago1:12:23

1:12:23

Darren and Steve welcome Brando from the very cool Appetite For Distortion Podcast, a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast. And there's lots of tales to tell! There's the frustrating and befuddling NDA's, fascinating stories behind Brando's unreleased/unfinished Doug Goldstein autobiography (now available to his Patreon members), the connections and simila…

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The General Review (Pun Intended) | Ep. 434 22:38

5M ago22:38

22:38

Finally giving my thoughts on the new(ish) Guns N' Roses song, "The General." Plus, reflect on 2023 and what's to come in the new year. https://www.patreon.com/theafdpodcastBy Appetite for Distortion

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DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed the World by Darren Paltrowitz | Ep. 433 1:16:32

5M ago1:16:32

1:16:32

Private Investigator, Podcaster, and Author Darren Paltrowitz joins to talk his new publication, "DLR Book: How David Lee Roth Changed the World." We chat all things Diamand Dave, Guns N' Roses, and more!More info:https://www.vhnd.com/2023/12/20/dlr-book-how-david-lee-roth-changed-the-world-available-now/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion…

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Welcome to the Lawsuit(s) | Ep. 432 1:00:51

5M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Guns N' Roses and lawsuits are not strangers. However, two new recent allegations against Axl Rose and manager Fernando have rocked the fanbase. Joining to help make sense of it all is Jeff Hackney, Partner at the St. Louis office of HKM Employment Attorneys, LLP, whose practice representing employees includes sexual harassment cases.A rational n' …

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Dee Snider, He's Not Gonna Take It | Ep. 431 17:51

5M ago17:51

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Dee Snider's new graphic novel, "He's Not Gonna Take It" chronicles the rocker's passionate battle against censorship and epic showdown at the 1985 PMRC/Senate Hearings. Dee joins to chat all things free speech.More info:https://z2comics.com/products/dee-snider-hes-not-gonna-take-it-standard-hardcoverhttps://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion…

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Episode 91: Let’s Do This...Or Not Do This! 1:36:17

6M ago1:36:17

1:36:17

Darren and Steve are thrilled to welcome back Eric Senich of VHND.com and the "Booked On Rock" Podcast. Eric delves into VHND.com getting the exclusive quote from David Lee Roth in response to Sammy Hagar's open invite to join him on stage during the Best of All Worlds Tour and why we'll never see it happen! Plus, wishing Dave would do a similar to…

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Fan Obsession: Cooper N' Chris | Ep. 430 41:00

5M ago41:00

41:00

Chris Passmore gave his 9-year-old son Cooper the birthday of a lifetime at the Guns N' Roses concert in Hollywood, Florida. The boys share their experience of GN'R kindness that led Cooper on-stage, in Axl's dressing room, and a bonding they'll never forget.More info:https://loudwire.com/young-guns-n-roses-fan-experience-lifetime-birthday/https://…

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Tom Werman, legendary rock producer | Ep. 429 50:15

6M ago50:15

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Tom Werman launched the success of REO Speedwagon and Cheap Trick, produced landmark albums by Mötley Crüe and Twisted Sister, among many other classic artists. In "Turn It Up! My Time Making Hit Records in the Glory Days of Rock Music," Tom shares stories about Nikki Sixx, Ted Nugent, Duff McKagan and more!Plus, I "Get in the Ring" on Twitter!More…

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Big Chris Flores talks Lynch Mob and "Crazy" from Slash with Chester Bennington | Ep. 428 1:13:40

6M ago1:13:40

1:13:40

Producer Big Chris Flores returns to discuss his work on the new Lynch Mob with George Lynch. Also, Chris shares the full unreleased demo of the song "Crazy" featuring Slash with the late Chester Bennington. This episode is the ONLY place to hear this lost track. Hear the backstories, the songs, and much more!Songs included with permission: 1) Lync…

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Don Dokken talks new music and early Guns N' Roses | Ep. 427 49:29

6M ago49:29

49:29

The legendary Don Dokken joins to talk Dokken's new album, "Heaven Comes Down." Plus, stories about George Harrison, Steven Tyler, Izzy Stradlin, and more!Also, Shotgun News: Guns N' Roses 2023 tour wrap-up.More info: https://www.dokken.net/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion#gunsnroses #dondokken #dokken…

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Episode 100: Top 100 Metallica Songs 1:45:50

7M ago1:45:50

1:45:50

Brandon is joined by Kristen S. He with their list of the Top 100 Metallica songs. Both share their list, ramble on with their usual nonsense and discuss the future of Metallicast. Follow Kristen S. He on ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ Metallicast Intro Music by Bison: Twitter: ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/bisonmusicuk⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠http://instagram.com/b…

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Episode 90: ”Seven Songs Is Nearly An Album...Come On!” 59:13

7M ago59:13

59:13

From "Somewhere Over The Rainbow Bar & Grill" to "The S**t That Killed Elvis," Steve and Darren dig a little deeper into the seven released songs (so far) from the mythical John5 sessions. What's pretty good, not so hot, who's played on them, and the contiuing, befuddling way they're being put out. Thanks to Steve's Spotify playlist featuring those…

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John 5 talks The Ghost, The Crüe, and GN'R | Ep. 426 35:03

6M ago35:03

35:03

Guitar virtuoso John 5 joins to talk his new song "The Ghost," being a rockstar dad, Guns N' Roses friendships, what's next for Mötley Crüe, and more!More info: https://john-5.com/main/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortionBy Appetite for Distortion

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Justin Smolian, Dirty Honey | Ep. 425 35:03

6M ago35:03

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Dirty Honey's new album "Can't Find The Brakes" comes out November 3rd. Here to talk the new record, touring with Guns N' Roses, and much more is bassist Justin Smolian. Plus, Shotguns News...The General and Monsters leak!More info: https://www.dirtyhoney.com/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortionBy Appetite for Distortion

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Motörhead's Phil Campbell Returns | Ep. 424 39:38

6M ago39:38

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To help celebrate the 40th anniversary deluxe edition of the "Another Perfect Day" album, former Motörhead guitarist Phil Campbell joins. Phil also reflects on good times with Lemmy, the Hall of Fame, living with Matt Sorum, and more!More info:https://imotorhead.com/https://www.philcampbell.net/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion…

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Episode 89: Questions? We’ve Got Questions! 1:12:20

7M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

A belated happy birthday to Diamond Dave...the "new" track "Manda Bala" from the John 5 sessions/album up at YouTube (but mysteriously, only there, as of this recording) -- was that album a "contigency plan" if there wasn't going to be another Van Halen album Plus, Dave live in Vegas recently with Royal Machines, rumors of pro-shot Van Halen shows …

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Desmond Child n' Saving Abel | Ep. 423 54:07

7M ago54:07

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Songwriter Hall of Famer Desmond Child returns to discuss his memoir, “Livin’ on a Prayer: Big Songs Big Life.” Then, Saving Abel frontman Jared Weeks joins to talk new music and the "Into the Fire" tour. Both also chat their rockstar family life, and of course, Guns N' Roses.Plus, a Mr. Mailstone segment where I respond to some of your comments. M…

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Paul Rodgers, Bad Company | Ep. 422 38:27

7M ago38:27

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Legendary frontman Paul Rodgers discusses his first solo album in nearly 25 years, "Midnight Rose." Joined by his wife, former Miss Canada and fitness guru Cynthia Kereluk, we also chat about Paul's health, family, and their friendship with Slash. Special cohost: Baby BrownstoneMore info: https://www.paulrodgers.com/home/https://linktr.ee/appetitef…

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Kane Roberts, Alice Cooper's Rambo | Ep. 421 58:56

7M ago58:56

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Perhaps best known for his tenure as Alice Cooper's lead guitarist and his bodybuilder frame, the legendary Kane Roberts joins us. We discuss his career beginnings, bond with Alice Cooper, Guns N' Roses as an opening act, and more!More info:https://www.instagram.com/kanerobertsx/https://www.facebook.com/KaneRobertsFBPagehttps://linktr.ee/appetitefo…

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Todd Kerns Returns: The Rekern | Ep. 420 1:23:13

8M ago1:23:13

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Perhaps best known as the bassist in Slash's band, if you really know Todd Kerns, "Todd Dammit" is much more. Todd makes his 3rd appearance on the podcast to chat his new project with Tracii Guns, touring with Steven Adler, fostering kittens, fatherhood, and all things Slash. More info: https://toddkerns.com/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion…

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Fan Reviews: Saratoga n' Toronto | Ep. 419 1:31:48

8M ago1:31:48

1:31:48

Guns N' Roses Tour '23 recently made its way to upstate New York and the Great White North. To chat about their experiences in Saratoga and Toronto are GN'R fans (and AFD listeners) Paul n' Ryan. More info: https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortionBy Appetite for Distortion

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Aaron North, former Nine Inch Nails | Ep. 418 1:17:00

8M ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Once the touring guitarist for Nine Inch Nails, Aaron North has a deep passion for Guns N' Roses' history. Aaron joins to share his thoughts on GN'R, time in NIN, The Icarus Line, fighting the depression stigma, and more!More info: https://www.instagram.com/generic_prescriptions/https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion…

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