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/

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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

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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

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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/

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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. 

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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/

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

Dan McConomy was the manager for West Arkeen and his band, The Outpatience. We learn more about the late musician, his songwriting, how the album almost didn't happen, the truth behind West's tragic death, a crazy story behind the monkey album cover, Guns N' Roses' early days, and much more!

More info:

Contact Dan: 
https://www.instagram.com/danmcconomy1/
https://www.thestereoflow.com/dan-mcconomy

Outpatience album: 
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLy1F0NPv5gorztFyLQ_Ch4x_4Y3-_6-P

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The Story of West Arkeen and The Outpatience | Ep. 536

CKY are back with their first new single in 7 years, "Can't Stop Running." Band co-founder and drummer Jess Margera returns to the podcast to talk new music, balancing tour life with fatherhood, thoughts on Axl's recent inner-ear monitor drama, and more stories from the infamous 2002 tour with Guns N' Roses.

More info:
https://linktr.ee/ckymusic
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cky3/cant-stop-running
https://www.instagram.com/jessmargera

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CKY's Jess Margera "Can't Stop Running" | Ep. 537

Guns N' Roses recently performed for 2 massive crowds in Argentina. Let's welcome Argentinian fan, Agustín, who was there for Axl's mic throwing/drum kicking "tantrum" that went viral. What exactly happened and what should be the appropriate response? Agustín had his GN'R doubts going in but left with a difference perspective.

It's been a bit since the previous fan-review episode, so let's talk GN'R live in '25.

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"Don't Cry" for Me, Argentina (Axl's "Tantrum") | Ep. 538

French rocker and viral guitarist Laura Cox has released her new album "Trouble Coming." Laura joins to talk about her journey, the new record, GN'R fandom, and influence Slash has had on her career.

More info:
https://www.lauracoxmusic.com/


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Laura Cox talks "Trouble Coming" and Slash's influence | Ep. 539

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.

Laura Cox talks "Trouble Coming" and Slash's influence | Ep. 539

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