Best Appetite For Distortion Podcasts (2024)

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Solving November Rain's Cake Caper | Ep. 483 31:31

9m ago31:31

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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 #gunsnroses…

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Appetite for Distortion: Taylor's Version (w/ Rob Sheffield) | Ep. 482 24:52

2h ago24:52

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"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/robbiesheffhttps://www.harpercollins.com/products/heartbreak-is-the-national-anthem-…

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Adam Mars talks Designing Shirts for Axl Rose | Ep. 481 1:08:41

3d ago1:08:41

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Adam Mars shares his journey that allowed him to create custom clothing for artists like Axl Rose, Post Malone, and Billie Eilish. We take a deep dive into his GN'R fandom and stories behind some of Axl's shirts.More info:https://www.adammars.net/https://www.instagram.com/adammars/WEBSITE:www.afdpod.com…

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Pär Sundström (Sabaton) and Tom Hunting (Exodus) | Ep. 480 36:56

16d ago36:56

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First: Pär Sundström talks the new Sabaton "Tour To End All Tours," a concert film hitting North America for two nights only — October 30th and 31st. Plus, being on the road with Judas Priest and why he enjoyed "November Rain" during his school dance days.Second: Tom Hunting talks the new Exodus "The Battle of '24" North American Tour. Plus, we rew…

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Drive-Thru Metal, Gibson Guitars, and GN'R with Mac Sabbath and Diamond Rowe | Ep. 479 59:41

27d ago59:41

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First: Mike Odd lives up to his name by sharing the unique path to managing a band of fast-food metal mutants, Mac Sabbath. Do Ronald Osborne and Slayer MacCheeze have beef with Snaxl Rose, Slush, and Gilby ClarkBar?Then: We're joined Diamond Rowe of Tetrarch, the first female Jackson signature guitar artist in heavy music. We talk about what that …

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Lou Gramm, Foreigner - Talkin' Hall of Fame Induction, Slash's support, and Axl's voice | Ep. 478 17:58

28d ago17:58

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The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction takes place on Saturday, October 19th in Cleveland, Ohio. Here to talk about Foreigner's (overdue) induction, his path to sobriety, Slash's campaign to get the band inducted, what he first thought of Guns N' Roses and Axl Rose's voice, is legendary vocalist Lou Gramm.More info: https://www.lougrammofficia…

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Franky Perez talkin' Velvet Revolver, Deadland Ritual, and his Vegas All Nighters | Ep. 477 37:04

1M ago37:04

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Apocalyptica vocalist Franky Perez joins to chat his band, "Franky Perez & The All Nighters," why it didn't work out with Velvet Revolver and Deadland Ritual, the Las Vegas music scene, Ricky Ricardo, and much more!More info: https://www.frankyandtheallnighters.com/Video version: https://youtu.be/Ayhdj5N40zkOur website: afdpod.com…

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Alex Skolnick talkin' Testament, Touring, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 476 35:41

30d ago35:41

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Thrash-metal icons Testament are currently on their "Klash of the Titans" Tour. We chat with guitar virtuoso Alex Skolnick about life on the road, what's next for Testament, The Simpsons, horror movies, podcasting, witnessing GN'R open for Aerosmith, and much more!More info: https://www.testamentlegions.com/https://linktr.ee/TestamentLegionshttps:/…

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Billy Morrison talkin' Ozzy, Billy Idol, GN'R & More! | Ep. 475 37:32

1M ago37:32

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Billy Morrison (Billy Idol’s rhythm guitarist) chats his new solo album "The Morrison Project." We dive into his collaborations with Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, and Linda Perry. Plus, we ask his feelings on the current status of Jane's Addiction and Guns N' Roses.More info:https://billymorrison.com/YouTube ve…

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ZZ Ward (Slash's Blues Fest) / KL Doty (Jack Russell Author) | Ep. 474 1:03:54

2M ago1:03:54

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First, blues songwriter and guitarist ZZ Ward shares her experience on Slash's S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival, motherhood, and more!Then, K. L. Doty, author of "The True Tale of Mista Bone: A Rock + Roll Narrative" shares her experience writing about, and with, the late Great White frontman, Jack Russell. More info:https://www.zzward.com/https://www.kldot…

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Billy Sheehan talks Mr. Big's Finish, GNR's Beginnings, and His Future | Ep. 473 21:28

2M ago21:28

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"The BIG Finish Live" is a brand-new live album and concert film of Mr. Big’s farewell tour. Here to say goodbye to a BIG band, discuss his future, and recall the early days of Guns N' Roses, is legendary bassist Billy Sheehan. More info:http://www.billysheehan.com/http://www.mrbigsite.com/https://lnk.to/TheBigFinishLivehttps://lnk.to/Mr.Big_TenYou…

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Scotti Hill talks Skid Row Live, Singer Search, and a GN'R Riot | Ep. 472 44:44

2M ago44:44

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Skid Row's Scotti Hill talks "Live In London," their first live album and concert film, the search for a lead singer, Guns N' Roses' St. Louis Riot and much more!More info: https://www.skidrow.com/Video version: https://youtu.be/pBYiDh0-IyEPre-order + pre-save the album now on vinyl, CD, and digital formats 👉https://skidrow.lnk.to/LiveInLondonOur w…

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John Corabi / Tim Montana | Ep. 471 1:02:59

2M ago1:02:59

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The Dead Daisies frontman John Corabi chats the band's latest album "Light 'Em Up," a special blues record, Slash, Mick Mars, and more!Plus, Tim Montana joins to talk his record "Savage," upcoming tour with Myles Kennedy, having Billy Gibbons as a father figure, his GN'R fandom, and more!More info:https://www.johncorabi.com/https://thedeaddaisies.c…

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Velvet Revolver's Dave Kushner talks Contraband's 20th Anniversary | Ep. 470 1:20:46

3M ago1:20:46

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Making his long-awaited return to the podcast, guitarist Dave Kushner talks about the 20th Anniversary of Velvet Revolver's debut album, "Contraband." Dave reminisces on this lifechanging record, answers YOUR questions, and more! More info on Dave:https://linktr.ee/DaveKushnerMusicVR Anniversary Vinyl:https://experiencevinyl.com/products/velvet-rev…

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Michael Schenker: My Years with UFO | Ep. 469 32:03

3M ago32:03

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Michael Schenker celebrates the 50th anniversary of his tenure with UFO with the new album "My Years with UFO," featuring Axl Rose, Slash, and more. Michael joins to chat his upcoming record and collaborations with the Guns N' Roses guys.More info:https://michaelschenkerhimself.com/https://schenker.lnk.to/MYWU…

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Robert DeLeo (STP) and Ed Kowalczyk (Live) | Ep. 468 23:50

3M ago23:50

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Live and Stone Temple Pilots have joined forces for the co-headlining "Jubilee Tour" and to celebrate the 30th anniversary of two of the most beloved albums of the 90s, "Throwing Copper" and “Purple.” Robert DeLeo from Stone Temple Pilots and Ed Kowalczyk from Live join to discuss this and more!More info:https://stonetemplepilots.com/https://freaks…

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Dedicated to Lucy-Bleu | Ep. 467 46:55

3M ago46:55

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This episode is dedicated to Lucy-Blue Knight, stepdaughter of Slash, who tragically lost her life at only 25 years old. We honor Lucy, my father Mark, and all who have lost their battle with depression. In an effort to end the stigma, let's talk.Make a donation in Lucy's name to the National Alliance on Mental Illness:https://donate.nami.org/fundr…

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Jackie Venson (as seen on Slash's S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival) (Appetite for Discovery) | Ep. 466 43:33

3M ago43:33

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Opening for Slash on his S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival, Jackie Venson didn't lose her cool as Slash watched from side stage. It took a long time to reach that level of confidence. Learn all about Jackie's journey to becoming "an Austin legend in the making.”More info:https://jackievenson.com/An "Appetite for Discovery" episode.OUR WEBSITE:www.afdpod.com…

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Gerry Beckley of America + Mark Schulman of P!nk + Hannes Braun of Kissin' Dynamite | Ep. 465 1:01:12

4M ago1:01:12

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Packed episode! Featuring Gerry Beckley of America, Mark Schulman formerly of P!nk, and Hannes Braun with Kissin' Dynamite. Plus, my review of half a Foo Fighters show.First, Gerry Beckley, co-founder of the iconic band, America. For my actual radio job, I worked with Gerry to help promote his new self-titled album on different radio stations. Hear…

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Kenny Wayne Shepherd talks New Album, Slash, and Van Halen | Ep. 464 39:00

4M ago39:00

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The multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band is set to release "Dirt On My Diamonds, Volume 2" on September 20th. KWS joins to talk the new record, touring with Van Halen, relationship with Slash, and more!More info:www.kennywayneshepherd.netOur website:www.afdpod.comBy Appetite for Distortion

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It's Always Sonny: Sonny Sandoval (P.O.D.) // Sonny Gullage (Blues Artist) | Ep. 463 47:52

4M ago47:52

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First up, P.O.D. vocalist Sonny Sandoval joins to talk their new album "Veritas," the band's legacy, and Slash in his dressing room.Then for "Appetite for Discovery," we meet 25-year-old Kevin "Sonny" Gullage to talk his debut album "Go Be Free," the future of the blues, and why Slash is a hero.Plus, "Mr. Mailstone" where I read your listener comme…

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Mark Morton, Lamb of God // Tobias Gustavsson, Nestor | Ep. 462 34:12

5M ago34:12

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First guest: Mark Morton, guitarist and lyricist of the Grammy-nominated band Lamb of God, joins to talk his book "DESOLATION: A Heavy Metal Memoir," mental health, getting help from Slash, and more!Next: Appetite for Discovery with Tobias Gustavsson of Sweden's Nestor talks new album, "Teenage Rebel," relaunching this late 80s band, Axl's vocal st…

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Peter Napoliello (Part III): Geffen N' Roses | Ep. 461 1:39:46

5M ago1:39:46

1:39:46

Peter Napoliello, former SVP of Promotions at Geffen, EMI, and A&M Records, makes his 3rd appearance (eps. 144 and 311) on the podcast to talk Guns N' Roses' past, present, and future. Peter was there for Appetite, Lies, and the Illusions. Where does he think the band stands now?Our website: afdpod.com…

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Jamie Weiland: Keeping Scott's Memory Alive | Ep. 460 1:34:32

5M ago1:34:32

1:34:32

On December 3rd, 2015, the music world mourned over the loss of Scott Weiland. As his wife and best friend, Jamie Weiland shares fond memories, struggles, and misconceptions surrounding the late Stone Temple Pilots and Velvet Revolver singer. More Jamie:https://jamieweiland.bigcartel.com/https://www.instagram.com/jamievesperweiland/Our website:http…

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Standby Meets Axl Rose (Appetite for Discovery) | Ep. 459 36:49

5M ago36:49

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Meet 17-year-old Eddie Dolak of the LA-based rock group Standby. Their debut album "All For Nothing" is available now. The future is bright for this young man, and who better to give him career advice than the Axl Rose...in an In N Out Burger. Hear Eddie's story of passion for music and a chance encounter with Guns N' Roses' frontman.More on Standb…

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Daughtry and Jacoby Shaddix talk Mental Health (and GN'R) | Ep. 458 45:08

6M ago45:08

45:08

Chris Daughtry and Papa Roach's Jacoby Shaddix join for an important mental health conversation. Both have turned their own trauma into song, recently with Daughtry's "Pieces" and Papa Roach's "Leave a Light On." Plus, both reflect on their respective Guns N' Roses experiences.Then, you and I continue the mental health chat. More info:afsp.orgdaugh…

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Bernard Fowler (Rolling Stones) talks Past, Present, and Izzy Stradlin | Ep. 457 47:38

6M ago47:38

47:38

Bernard Fowler's tenure with The Rolling Stones began in 1989. How has he kept a decades-long relationship with Mick and Keith? We chat his youth, Stones career, current projects, plus his friendship and recent photo with Guns N' Roses original, the elusive, Izzy Stradlin. Follow Bernard at:x.com/bernardfowlerinstagram.com/bernardfowlersingsfaceboo…

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Joe Bonamassa / Robert Jon and The Wreck | Ep. 456 47:57

6M ago47:57

47:57

Famed blues guitarist Joe Bonamassa joins to chat his storied career, latest releases including "Live at the Hollywood Bowl with Orchestra," the Rolling Stones, Guns N' Roses, Slash's impact, and more!Then, we meet Robert Jon of Robert John and The Wreck. We chat his Southern Rock beginnings, upcoming album "Red Moon Rising," favorite GN'R song, an…

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

6M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

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

7M ago40:55

40:55

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

7M ago59:56

59:56

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

7M ago43:55

43:55

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

8M 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

8M ago26:39

26:39

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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Welcome to the Website | Ep. 449 39:08

8M ago39:08

39:08

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

9M 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

9M ago27:06

27:06

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

9M 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

9M ago30:29

30:29

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

9M ago48:01

48:01

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

9M 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

10M ago51:15

51:15

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

10M 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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Biff Byford, Saxon | Ep. 440 46:23

10M ago46:23

46:23

"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

10M ago56:10

56:10

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

10M ago25:38

25:38

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

10M 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

11M ago34:59

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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

11M ago36:51

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

11M 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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