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.com
rockedmag.com


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Mark "Weissguy" Weiss, 80's Rock Photography Icon | Ep. 455

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:
https://afdpod.com/

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

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

Michael Schenker: My Years with UFO | Ep. 469

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/DaveKushnerMusic

VR Anniversary Vinyl:
https://experiencevinyl.com/products/velvet-revolver-contraband-20th-anniversary-vinyl-lp

Video version: https://youtu.be/N1sMSzbB4Hc

OUR WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Video version: https://youtu.be/N1sMSzbB4Hc?si=VvHaEFYkmrlQUwNv

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

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

Adam Mars talks Designing Shirts for Axl Rose | Ep. 481

Perhaps best known as the original voice of Lynch Mob, Oni Logan joins to talk about playing with George Lynch and Dio Disciples, plus hanging out with West Arkeen and how just close he was to joining Slash's Snakepit. 

More info:
oniloganofficial.com
facebook.com/OniLoganOfficialPage


Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Oni Logan talks Lynch Mob, Dio, Slash's Snakepit, and West Arkeen | Ep. 487

Drummer Rob Hammersmith joins to talk the latest with Skid Row, reflect on his upcoming 15th anniversary with the band, seeing Guns N' Roses live, and what not to do when encouraging your child to play an instrument. 

More info:
https://www.skidrow.com/
https://www.instagram.com/robhammersmith/

Our website:
https://afdpod.com/

Rob Hammersmith talks Skid Row, Guns N' Roses, and Parenting | Ep. 488

The multi-talented Todd Kerns returns to the podcast to talk about watching horror movies with Slash, singing rare Guns N' Roses songs on tour with Myles Kennedy, when we might see the new SMKC record, and love for our pets.

This episode is dedicated to Gee Bee, my cat. Rest in meower little buddy.

More info:
https://www.instagram.com/toddkerns/

#toddkerns #slash #smkc #gunsnroses #cats 

WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Todd Kerns on Slash, Guns N' Roses, and Cats | Ep. 489

Killswitch Engage drummer Justin Foley talks their new album "This Consequence," listening to GN'R in secret so he wouldn't get in trouble with his parents, love for the Yankees, The Simpsons, cats, and more! 

More info:
www.killswitchengage.com

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Justin Foley, Killswitch Engage | Ep. 491

Dorothy is set to release her new album "The Way" (out 3/14), including the instant classic single and video for "Tombstone Town," featuring Slash. Dorothy talks her new record, working with the Guns N' Roses guitarist, and more!

Guest co-host: Baby Brownstone 

More info:
Tombstone Town - https://youtu.be/rf684IRPWGo?si=H4HsUMNWLUdTRuDU 
www.dorothyonfire.com

Our website:
afdpod.com

Dorothy talks "Tombstone Town" with Slash and new album "The Way" | Ep. 492

Dario Lorina of Black Label Society has launched a brand-new band, Dark Chapel. Dario chats the new album "Spirit in the Glass," working with Zakk Wylde, being Jani Lane's guitarist at only 16-years-old, and if he considers himself more of an Izzy or a Slash.

More info:
https://www.darkchapelband.com/
https://www.dariolorina.com/

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Dario Lorina (Black Label Society/Jani Lane/Dark Chapel) | Ep. 493

Let's finally end the debate. Ace Von Johnson, guitarist for L.A. Guns, joins to chat the seemingly endless conversation of whether Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion 1 & 2 should have only been one album. Ace says yes, I say no. What say you? 

More info: 
https://www.acevonjohnson.com/site/
http://www.lagunsmusic.com/

Our Website:
www.afdpod.com

Debate Your Illusion: with Ace Von Johnson of L.A. Guns | Ep. 494

The "Duke of Spook," Wednesday 13 joins to talk about his new album "Mid Death Crisis," available April 25th. Weds also chats about his extensive toy collection, Alice Cooper/Marylin Manson comparisons, and partying with Axl Rose right after opening for Guns N' Roses. 

More info:
https://officialwednesday13.com/

Our site:
www.afdpod.com

Wednesday 13: Having a Mid Death Crisis and Partying with Axl at Hooters | Ep. 495

Pop Evil's 8th album "What Remains" will be unleashed March 21st. Lead singer Leigh Kakaty joins the pod for the 2nd time to discuss the record, embracing a new era, the state of rock today, and to reminisce about when Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion debuted.

More info:
https://popevil.com/

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Leigh Kakaty, Pop Evil: Embracing a New Era and Remembering Use Your Illusion | Ep. 496

"It's 5 O' Clock Somewhere," the debut album from Slash's Snakepit, recently turned 30 years old. Here to celebrate, reminisce, and talk all about his project "Sextus - Hello the Mushroom," is former Snakepit vocalist Eric Dover.

More info:
https://sextus.com/
https://www.facebook.com/sextusmusic

Our website:
https://afdpod.com/

Eric Dover: 30th Anniversary of Slash's Snakepit | Ep. 497

The legendary Alex Lifeson of Rush joins. We chat his band Envy of None, their new album "Stygian Wavz," and what it means to inspire other musicians.

Then, "Shotgun News!" - You and I discuss Isaac Carpenter becoming the new drummer of Guns N' Roses. Plus, I read your emails for "Mr. Mailstone"

More info:
https://envyofnone.com/
https://www.instagram.com/thereallerxst/

Alex: 00:32 - 10:41
Shotgun News: 11:44 - 31:59
Mr. Mailstone: 32:04 - 42:48

Our website:
afdpod.com

Alex Lifeson (Rush/Envy of None) | Ep. 498

The legendary Tracii Guns joins to talk L.A. Guns' new album "Leopard Skin" and dive deep into his musical journey, including how Guns N' Roses first formed. How does he feel about Guns' 40th anniversary? We spotlight the forgotten O.G. of GN'R, the late Ole Beich. 

"Leopard Skin" available 4/4

More info: 
http://www.lagunsmusic.com/
https://www.instagram.com/traciiguns/

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Tracii Guns: New L.A. Guns and Guns N' Roses beginnings | Ep. 499

Alan Niven makes his triumphant return for this special 2-hour episode. His long-awaited book, "Sound N' Fury: Rock N' Roll Stories," is available June 24th. Before we get there, Alan and have a passionate discussion over my own attempt at a book with another ex-Guns N' Roses manager.

Pure rock n' roll stories, I provide the sound n' Alan brings the fury.

Pre-order Alan's book here: 
https://www.amazon.com/Sound-Fury-Rock-Roll-Stories/dp/1770419942
https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Sound-N-Fury/Alan-Niven/9781770419940

Our website: afdpod.com

Alan Niven: Sound N' Fury | Ep. 500

Our friend Nils Goldschmidt of Velvet Chains joins. You may have seen them open for Slash with Myles, heard their song "Tattooed" with Richard Fortus, and now they're about to kickoff for Stone Temple Pilots in Brazil. And yes, Nils has been mistaken for Duff...even by Slash's crew! We catch up talking all things VC and GN'R.

More info:
https://velvetchains.com/

Our website: afdpod.com

Intro music by Mike Squires of Loaded 

Nils Goldschmidt, Velvet Chains: Music w/Fortus, Opening for Slash, and Confused for Duff | Ep. 501

The Dead Daisies are back with "Lookin’ For Trouble," an "unexpected" blues album. Guitarist extraordinaire Doug Aldrich joins to discuss creating the blues with John Corabi, friendship with Richard Fortus, and what David Coverdale told him after an invite to audition for Guns N' Roses.  

"Lookin’ For Trouble" available May 30th. More info:
https://thedeaddaisies.com/
https://www.instagram.com/douglasaldrichguitar

Our website: afdpod.com

Theme music: Mike Squires of Loaded

Doug Aldrich: Talkin' The Dead Daisies, Whitesnake, and GN'R | Ep. 502

Ron "Bumblefoot" Thal makes his long-awaited debut on the podcast. We chat all about his new album "Bumblefoot Returns!" Plus...our mutual love of cats, the space-time continuum, Baby Brownstone says "Bumblefoot," and much more! 

More info:
https://bumblefoot.com/
https://bumblefoot.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/bumblefoot

OUR WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Bumblefoot Returns! | Ep. 503

We're joined by Joe Bouchard, co-founder of the legendary Blue Öyster Cult. We highlight the Raven Drum Foundation, "Godzilla" with Matt Sorum, thoughts on Appetite, embracing cowbell "fever" and more!
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Performance info: 
The Second Annual Raven Drum Foundation Benefit
Raising funds for First Responders.

The Cutting Room
44 East 32nd St, New York, NY, 10016
Friday, April 25th

This special night will include the Second Annual Benefit Concert & Legacy Award Commemoration honoring humanitarian, artist, Co-Founder of KISS, Peter Criss.

Performers include co-founders of Raven Drum foundation, Def Leppard’s Rick Allen and wife Lauren Monroe, Peter Criss, former Blue Oyster Cult members Joe and Albert Bouchard (with Mickey Curry on drums), Mountain’s Corky Laing, and more.

Contact info:
https://ravendrumfoundation.org/
https://www.joebouchard.com/
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Our website: afdpod.com
Theme music via Mike Squires of Loaded

Joe Bouchard, Blue Öyster Cult: More Cowbell | Ep. 504

Through captivating storytelling and intimate interviews, "The Jersey Sound" documentary displays the state's musical history. Randy Dominguez (Executive Producer) joins to discuss NJ's rock scene stemming from acts like Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Metallica, Guns N' Roses, Skid Row, and more!

More info:
https://thejerseysound.com/
https://bio.site/thejerseysound

Our website: afdpod.com 

The Jersey Sound: The Musicians Who Call New Jersey Home | Ep. 505

Austin John Winkler, the multi-platinum selling/former frontman of Hinder, joins for candid conversation. Austin opens up about his road to recovery, excitement for the Founder’s debut EP "Walking Ded," and that time he auditioned for Velvet Revolver.

More info:
https://linktr.ee/austinjohnwinkler
https://shorturl.at/G4Pmb

Our website: afdpod.com

Austin John Winkler, former frontman of Hinder | Ep. 506

Joining is Jimmy Gnecco, voice and multi-instrumentalist behind the band Ours. Jimmy goes into detail about Ours music and working with Isaac Carpenter, the new drummer for Guns N' Roses. Also, just how close was he to landing the singer slot with Velvet Revolver? Those stories and more!

More info:
http://www.jimmygnecco.com/
https://www.ours.net/

Our website:
https://afdpod.com/

Jimmy Gnecco: Talkin' Ours, Isaac Carpenter, and Velvet Revolver audition | Ep. 507

Finnish rock legend Lauri Ylönen of The Rasmus joins. We chat their new album "Weirdo" and what it means to be "weird." Plus, Lauri talks about starting the band at only 14, love for GNR's Use Your Illusion, thoughts on music leaks, and more!

More info:
https://therasmus.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dj_kypliLno

Our website:
https://afdpod.com/

Theme music by Mike Squires

Lauri Ylönen, The Rasmus | Ep. 508

Acclaimed rock journalist and author Martin Popoff joins. His latest offering, "Guns N' Roses at 40" is a fun, photo-filled journey that covers virtually every aspect of the "world's most dangerous band." Appetite to current day, let's celebrate 40 years of G N F'N R!

More info:
https://martinpopoff.com/html/guns-n-roses-at-40

Our site:
https://afdpod.com/

"Guns N' Roses at 40" with author Martin Popoff | Ep. 509

Currently on the road with Better Than Ezra, Michael Jerome is a highly sought-after and talented drummer. We learn all about Michael, including how he hooked up with Slash for his "Orgy of the Damned" blues album and SERPENT tour. Plus, we him ask YOUR questions!

More info:
https://michaeljeromeondrums.com/
https://www.instagram.com/mmjerome/

Our website:
https://afdpod.com/

Michael Jerome: Drumming for Slash's Blues Ball and Orgy of The Damned | Ep. 510

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

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

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

Roberta Freeman (Use Your Illusion) makes her 3rd appearance on the podcast for a truly important conversation. As a black singer, what is her take on the Black Lives Matter movement? How does she feel about the controversial GnR song "One in a Million"? What racist experiences has she faced? Please join us for a necessary discussion.

Roberta Freeman talks One in a Million, Race, and James Hetfield | Ep. 201

Appetite for Distortion is a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast hosted by a radio veteran. 500+ episodes. 

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, Myles Kennedy, Brain, Tommy Stinson, London Hudson, Geezer Butler, Blackie Lawless n' much more!

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

“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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