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

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

Vincent Martella returns as the voice of 'Phineas' for a new season of beloved, Emmy Award-winning cartoon series, "Phineas and Ferb." Vincent discusses the revival of the hit show and Slash's involvement in their 2011 movie.

Then, I read YOUR feedback in "Mr. Mailstone." PLUS, a contest for the new "Guns N' Roses at 40" book by Martin Popoff. Listen for a chance to WIN!

More info:
https://www.instagram.com/thevincentmartella/?hl=en
https://shows.disney.com/phineas-and-ferb
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pj7aDHPfzZU


WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Phineas and Ferb and Slash: A Chat with Vincent Martella | Ep. 511

Author and filmmaker Steven Blush joins. We discuss his books and movies; "American Hardcore," "American Hair Metal," and the upcoming "When Rock Met Hip-Hop." Plus of course, how Guns N' Roses connects to it all.

More info:
https://www.instagram.com/thestevenblush
https://stevenblush.com/

WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

American Hardcore, Hair Metal, and When Rock Met Hip-Hop with author Steven Blush | Ep. 512

A music journalist with a career spanning 50 years, Steve Rosen's new book "TONECHASER: Understanding Edward: My 26-Year Journey with Edward Van Halen" is a heartfelt reflection of his time with the guitar legend. Steve opens up about the friendship with EVH, what went wrong, his classic GN'R interviews, and much more!

More info:
https://www.tonechaserbook.com/
https://www.instagram.com/steve.rosen.guitar.picks/


WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

** I meant Locomotive, not Breakdown with Jeff Beck. Brain fart on my part.

"TONECHASER: Understanding Edward: My 26-Year Journey with Edward Van Halen" w/Steve Rosen | Ep. 513

He's baaaack, this time as an official author. Alan Niven returns on the day of his book release: "Sound N' Fury: Rock N' Roll Stories" is now available! ...and I read every word of it. We dive deep into his GN'R and Great White tales. Plus, we recount our previous chat and the reaction it caused.

*** Book has just been "delayed by the publisher due to an unforeseen logistical problem until the end of July." *** 

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

Previous Alan podcast appearances:
Ep. 48: https://youtu.be/ulQ2WfqVYNE?si=I_VSC1LaqhxVcQw1
Ep. 65: https://youtu.be/uYn9_55AENY?si=AbioxoWaWZ5LuMuY
Ep. 102: https://youtu.be/KRffQcAPBFc?si=V8f5GSKdKLrraQkx
Ep: 500: https://youtu.be/zfPntFX48HM?si=33ytaYuYm-QIl4EY

OUR WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Alan Niven: Sound N' Fury - Part II (2 Sound 2 Furious) | Ep. 514

Rose Tattoo's legendary frontman Angry Anderson is 77 years old and kicking ass. Eager to chat, the Aussie icon talks about if he's still angry, new music, retirement, bonding with Axl Rose, huntsman spiders, and much more!

More info:
https://www.rosetattoo.com.au/
https://www.instagram.com/rosetattooband
https://youtu.be/lIXWK_30X9s?si=m9-76RFc3wUL2iqs

OUR WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Angry Anderson, Rose Tattoo: New Music, Bonding with Axl, and Huntsman Spiders | Ep. 515

Ozzy and Black Sabbath just gave their farewell performance with the epic "Back to the Beginning" concert in Birmingham, England. This legendary event, featuring other acts like Guns N' Roses and Metallica, was streamed globally to 5 million viewers. I watched. Our UK friend Jason was THERE. Come hang out for an in-depth joint review and let's relive the greatest day in metal history!

WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

REVIEW: Back to the Beginning: A Farewell to Black Sabbath | Ep. 516

Brendan Shane, lead singer of The Nocturnal Affair joins. Set to embark on a UK/EU tour with Wednesday 13 and Drowning Pool, Brendan tells how he found success without trying, passion for Guns N' Roses' music, partying with DJ Ashba, and more!

More info:
https://www.nocturnalaffair.com/
"What is Love" cover: https://youtu.be/xsxkgREE2a4?si=1bNusrgf5xUH6Qk0

WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Brendan Shane, The Nocturnal Affair: Accidental Success and GN'R Passion | Ep. 517

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!

WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Chip Z'Nuff: Xtra Cherries, Steven Adler, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 518

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:
www.afdpod.com

Naser Mestarihi, Winterburn: First All-Arab Band to Open for Guns N' Roses | Ep. 519

"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/


WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Carla Harvey, The Violent Hour: Black Sabbath's Farewell and Defending Axl | Ep. 520

"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

WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

WWE's Karrion Kross talks Memoir and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 521

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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Fine, I'll talk about Axl's voice | Ep. 522

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

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Kelly Shaefer of Atheist: My Velvet Revolver Audition | Ep. 523

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:
www.afdpod.com

Helloween's Michael Kiske talks Giants & Monsters and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 524

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/

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Don Felder (formerly of The Eagles): The Rock & Roll Retreat | Ep. 525

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:
www.afdpod.com

Glenn Hughes talks new album "Chosen" and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 526

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:
www.afdpod.com

Note: This was recorded on 8/21, day before his tour launch.

Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden: More Balls to Picasso (and less cell phones) | Ep. 527

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:
www.afdpod.com

Raine Maida, Our Lady Peace: Talks 30 Years of OLP, Chris Benoit, and Axl Rose | Ep. 528

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:
www.afdpod.com

Max Cavalera, SOULFLY: Chama, Ozzy, and Axl | Ep. 529

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/

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

Derek Shulman, Gentle Giant: Talkin' Black Sabbath, Bon Jovi, AC/DC and more! | Ep. 530

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

Our website: www.afdpod.com

Fine, I'll talk about Axl's voice: Part II | Ep. 531

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

OUR WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

Michael Schenker: Don't Sell Your Soul | Ep. 532

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/

Our website:
www.afdpod.com

The Story of Billy McCloud: Guns N' Roses "Yesterdays" Co-writer | Ep. 533

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. 

WEBSITE:
www.afdpod.com

John Bush, Armored Saint / ex-Anthrax | Ep. 534

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:
www.afdpod.com

"Axl Rose: Appetite For Destruction" Graphic Novel from Sumerian Comics | Ep. 535

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+ 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.

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