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:
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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:
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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

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

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.

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

Appetite for Distortion

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