Perhaps best known as the bassist in Slash's band, if you really know Todd Kerns, "Todd Dammit" is much more. Todd makes his 3rd appearance on the podcast to chat his new project with Tracii Guns, touring with Steven Adler, fostering kittens, fatherhood, and all things Slash. 

More info: 
https://toddkerns.com/
https://linktr.ee/appetitefordistortion

Todd Kerns Returns: The Rekern | Ep. 420

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

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.

Todd Kerns Returns: The Rekern | Ep. 420

Appetite for Distortion

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