As a sax player, Lisa Maxwell led the horn section on the legendary Guns N' Roses Use Your Illusion world tour. Lisa talks to us about GN'R and just how busy she's been since!

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Lisa Maxwell talks 976 Horns | Ep. 252

Danny Zelisko's new book, "ALL EXCE$$ Occupation: Concert Promoter" covers his legendary 10,000+ concert career, including great Guns N' Roses stories. Also joining is "Long Live Rock: Celebrate the Chaos" documentary director and producer, Jonathan McHugh. Plus another installment of "Mr. Mailstone"!

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ALL EXCE$$ and Long Live Rock! | Ep. 253

Richard Bienstock, co-author of "Nöthin' But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the '80s Hard Rock Explosion" joins us for a chat about the early days of GN'R. 

Plus, we meet Leo Duke of Crimson Wing in the "Appetite for Discovery" segment.

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Nöthin' But a Good Time | Ep. 254

Adrian Smith (Iron Maiden) and Richie Kotzen (The Winery Dogs, Mr Big) have a new album entitled Smith/Kotzen. Adrian joins us to discuss the project and answers your questions!

Then for "Shotgun News" we chat about Izzy's guitar auction and Melissa Reese's heartfelt Instagram post. 

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Adrian Smith, Iron Maiden | Ep. 255

In 2000, Dave Wild had the rare opportunity to interview Axl Rose and hear Chinese Democracy 8 years before it came out! The longtime journalist and TV producer joins us for a bevy of Axl stories and reflection.

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David Wild's Wild Axl Interview | Ep. 256

Albert Bouchard, founding member of Blue Öyster Cult, discusses the amazing story of his new "Re Imaginos" record, what happened with BÖC's 1988 "Imaginos" and if it compares to the making of GN'R's Chinese Democracy.

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Albert Bouchard, Blue Öyster Cult | Ep. 257

The great Myles Kennedy is set to release his new solo album, "The Ides of March" on May 14th. Myles calls in to discuss the making of the record, playing with Slash, the 20th Anniversary of the movie "Rockstar," thinking Axl was going to show up to the Hall of Fame, and more!

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Myles Kennedy talks Ides of March, Rockstar, and Hall of Fame | Ep. 258

Howie Hubberman priced Izzy Stradlin's '87 Gibson ES-175D at 50k for auction. How much did it sell for? What's the guitar's history? Why does Howie believe Izzy will return to Guns N' Roses? Howie, Brando, and guest co-host Matt Wake discuss the breaking news.

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Howie Hubberman talks Izzy's Guitars and Return | Ep. 259

Former GN'R manager Doug Goldstein co-hosts this episode to speak with Ace Piva, Executive Director of "Over The Bridge." OTB is a non-profit focusing on mental health and recovery within the music community.

Stay tuned after the important conversation with Ace, as Doug and Brando make an announcement.

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Over The Bridge with Doug n' Ace | Ep. 260

The Wildheart's new album "21st Century Love Songs" comes out September 3rd. Hear Ginger discuss the new record, a short-lived Izzy Stradlin tour, answer fan questions, and much more!

Special guest co-host, AFD Show listener Erik Peecher. Special guest dog: Maggie.

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Ginger Wildheart featuring Maggie the Dog | Ep. 261

Psychosexual features former Five Finger Death Punch drummer Jeremy Spencer on vocals as "Devil Daddy." Jeremy talks the band's  album "Unholy Hymns for the Children" (out May 14), haters, his Appetite for Destruction cassette tape, and more!

Plus, Shotgun News! New Gilby, Ashba, a singing cat, and more!

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Jeremy Spencer (ex-FFDP) talks Appetite and Psychosexual | Ep. 262

Pop Evil will be releasing their much-anticipated sixth full-length album "Versatile" on May 21. Vocalist Leigh Kakaty joins to talk the new record, getting regular jobs during the pandemic, playing GN'R covers, recording with Mick Mars, and much more!

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Leigh Kakaty talks new Pop Evil, Mick Mars, and GN'R | Ep. 263

The iconic Nancy Wilson of Heart joins to discuss her debut solo album, "You and Me," collaborating with Duff McKagan, writing a song for Eddie Van Halen, and more!

Plus for "Appetite for Discovery," we meet Todd Michael Hall to discuss his new album "Sonic Healing," his experience on "The Voice" and Axl Rose's vocals.

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You and Me and Nancy Wilson | Ep. 264

In "A Chosen Destiny: My Story" #WWE Superstar #DrewMcIntyre tells the incredible story of his life journey from a small village in Scotland to the global spotlight of WWE. We talk to Drew about overcoming the odds, #mentalhealth and his diehard #GunsNRoses fandom!

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Drew McIntyre talks Chosen Destiny, Chinese Democracy, and Cats | Ep. 265

David Wild, longtime journalist and TV producer, comes back on the podcast to discuss the recent Hall of Fame inductions, his experience at Axl Rose's Halloween Party, doing more VH1's Behind the Music than anyone, and much more!

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David Wild, Part 2: Hall of Fame and Axl's Halloween Party | Ep. 266

Music producer BigChris Flores worked with Slash on collaborations with Fergie, Rihanna, and Chester Bennington. BigChris discusses these pairings, including why the Chester/Slash song "Crazy" hadn't been heard, until now.

1 minute clip of "Crazy" shared with BigChris's permission at the end of the broadcast.

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BigChris Flores unearths lost Slash/Chester Bennington track | Ep. 267

GN'R broadcast worlds collide with Tara and Robin from "Nothing Lasts Forever" joining the show. An hour conversation about November Rain isn't enough, good thing they made a whole podcast about the iconic video...

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Nothing Last Forever, Except November Rain | Ep. 268

Richard Bienstock returns to the podcast, this time with fellow author and journalist Tom Beaujour, for a deep dive into their new book "Nöthin' But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the '80s Hard Rock Explosion."

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Nöthin' But a Good Time, Part 2 | Ep. 269

Legendary Boston radio personality Mistress Carrie joins the show to share her GN'R experiences. MattyB, Cape Cod radio legend, also Zooms in for a wicked good Guns N' Roses Massachusetts episode!

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Mistress Carrie: Back Off, Bitch | Ep. 270

COLOURSØUND II is the brand new album from Billy Duffy of The Cult and Mike Peters of The Alarm. Billy Duffy joins to discuss the band, new album, answer your questions, and a fun GNR/Cult tour story!

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Billy Duffy talks Coloursøund, The Cult, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 271

Couple O' Authors: Rock journalist Jon Wiederhorn discusses his new podcast "Backstaged: The Devil in Metal." Plus, "Van Halen Rising" author Greg Renoff discusses Wolfgang Van Halen and his band Mammoth opening for Guns N' Roses this summer.

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The Devil in Metal n' Mammoth | Ep. 272

Roy Orbison Jr. makes his long awaited return to the podcast. Roy talks guitars, excitement to see Guns N' Roses this summer, and shares some stories about his famous father.

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Roy Orbison Jr. talks GN'R, Part 2 | Ep. 273

"WWE's Most Wanted Treasures"  has its two-hour season finale Sunday, June 20th, featuring Charlotte Flair & her father Ric. Queen Charlottle joins us to discuss the show, what WWE treasure she wants back, and her Guns N' Roses fandom.

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Charlotte Flair has Patience for WWE Treasures | Ep. 274

The 1st AFD Show of 2018 is a big one. First, joining Brando as co-host is Mickey Squeeze, guitarist for band Midnight Mob. He's shared the stage with bands like Jane's Addiction, 3 Doors Down, Shinedown, and more...

Calling in to speak with Brando & Mickey, are 15-year-olds London Hudson and Nico Tsangaris from the new band, Classless Act. They maybe new (don't have a singer yet!), however you should be familiar with London's father...SLASH. Find out from the boys what it's like having Slash as a dad, what they are looking for in a singer, their influences, and what made London choose to play the drums instead of guitar like his legendary father.

All this and so much more. This is their FIRST interview ever, Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

London Hudson / Nico Tsangaris, Classless Act - Ep. 40

Episode 48 of The AFD Show is a big one. First, joining Brando as special co-host is rock podcaster/journalist, Mitch LaFon. This is the 2nd appearance on the show for Mitch, as we profiled his career in Ep. 16. 

Then we welcome in Alan Niven, the first official manager of Guns N' Roses. Alan doesn't hold back; from his first impressions of GNR, to the eventual change in management, to specific tours (Rolling Stones/Iron Maiden), to his relationship with Izzy Stradln, to Axl/DC, to KISS, to mental health, and even hockey! This is a must-listen for all GNR fans as you may find out things you didn't know before.  Alan also answers YOUR submitted questions. 

Plus as a bonus, at the end of the episode Alan shares new music with us from the band Razor - “It's a Motherf**ker” ...a new band he manages. razerband.com

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Alan Niven, former Guns N' Roses manager - Ep. 48

Michael Monroe is sometimes referred to as one of the founding fathers of the Hollywood's glam-rock scene. Does he want to be credited with that title? Did he mind bands influenced by Hanoi Rocks' look and sound? How did his relationship with Guns N' Roses start? What's the origin of his contributions to GNR's "Ain't it Fun" and "Bad Obsession"? Michael gives his opinions on groupies, today's rock, politics, and if he'd ever join GNR on stage again.

Speaking of politics, Axl Rose has been VERY anti-Donald Trump on Twitter recently and addresses why you may hear GNR music at his rallies. Guest co-host Art Tavana and Brando break down Axl's tweets and Guns N' Roses' political positions.

All this and so much more! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Michael Monroe, Hanoi Rocks - Ep. 90

The icon Alice Cooper is fresh off a mini-tour with the Hollywood Vampires, his band with Johnny Depp and Joe Perry. He won't be home for long as he will embark on a summer and fall tour. Including some dates with Halestorm.

We discuss the Vampires, life on the road, and ask him about recording "The Garden" with Guns N' Roses. All that and more!

Alice Cooper talks Hollywood Vampires, Johnny Depp, and The Garden | Ep. 130

We celebrate the 1st anniversary of Susan Holmes McKagan's debut novel, "The Velvet Rose" and discuss her new book in the works. How is Susan staying creative in quarantine? How are the McKagan clan holding up? What does she have to say about GNR's future plans?

Susan Holmes McKagan talks Books, Family, and new GNR | Ep. 191

Matt Sorum joins us to discuss producing Cherie Currie's new album, the effect of Coronavirus on the environment, his upcoming book, Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, and more!

Matt Sorum talks GnR, VR, and Cherie Currie | Ep.193

First episode of 2021! Acclaimed guitarist Marc Ford chats about his new record "Live in Germany," reflects on the Black Crowes, Guns N' Roses, and more! Special co-host, journalist Matt Wake.

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Marc Ford talks Black Crowes, GNR, and Live Record | Ep. 240

"Death by Rock and Roll" is the new album from The Pretty Reckless. Arriving 2/12, singer Taylor Momsen joins to chat about the new record, Soundgarden, Guns N' Roses, and more!

Plus "Rejoice In The Suffering" is the debut solo album from Queensrÿche frontman Todd La Torre. We talk with Todd about the new record, Axl Rose's vocal stylings, and more!

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Taylor Momsen, The Pretty Reckless / Todd La Torre, Queensrÿche | Ep. 246

Former Guns N' Roses manager Doug Goldstein recently appeared on the Reelz Channel documentary "Axl Rose: Guns N' Roses Frontman." And he is NOT HAPPY about how it turned out. Joining us to discuss is AFD Show listener, Tommy from Staten Island. 

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Doug Goldstein Gets Reelz | Ep. 247

John Densmore, the legendary drummer of The Doors, has penned a new book, "The Seekers: Meetings With Remarkable Musicians (and Other Artists)." We discuss what makes a "seeker," Jim Morrison, Scott Weiland and more! THEN, for the "Fan Obsession" segment we travel to Sweden to speak with 21-year-old Johan Pedersen, to learn about his passion for Guns N' Roses. 

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Seeking with John Densmore of The Doors | Ep. 248

Legendary producer & Hall of Fame songwriter Linda Perry is set to curate and perform at the upcoming two-day Rock ‘N’ Relief: Live Stream Series. We chat about the event and her 6-degrees of GNR Bacon!

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Linda Perry talks Rock 'N' Relief n' Guns N' Roses | Ep. 250

Drummer/composer extraordinaire Fred Coury joins to talk about his "Sonic Branding," if Cinderella will reunite, what it was like to fill in for Steven Adler with Guns N' Roses, and much more!

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Fred Coury talks Cinderella, GN'R, and LA Kings | Ep. 251

“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 GNR manager.
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Appetite for Distortion is a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast hosted by a radio veteran. Any topic is up for discussion as long as it falls under the 6-Degrees of "GN'R Bacon." Available wherever you get your podcasts. 

Past guests include: Alice Cooper, Matt Sorum, Gilby Clarke, Frank Ferrer, Richard Fortus, Dave Kushner, Henry Rollins, Dave Mustaine, David Coverdale, Dee Snider, Dizzy Reed, Susan Holmes McKagan, Myles Kennedy, Brain, Tommy Stinson, London Hudson, Alan Niven, Doug Goldstein, Roberta Freeman, Traci Amos, Teddy Zig Zag and much much more!

Not affiliated with the band Guns N' Roses. Current theme song created by Mike Squires.

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