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APPETITE FOR DISTORTION

HIGHLIGHT OF THE WEEK

Before "Anything Goes" and "Move to the City" landed in Guns N' Roses discography, the roots of these songs go back to Hollywood Rose and Chris Weber. Chris shares the story of how he, Izzy, and Axl first created them...while living at his mom's house.

RECENT EPISODES

Steve Vai and Joe Satriani: Surfing, Dancing, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 554

Legendary guitar icons Joe Satriani and Steve Vai bring their SATCHVAI band to the US for the first time with “Surfing with the Hydra." Joe and Steve join to talk about the tour and new song "Dancing." Plus, we discuss how Joe recommended Bumblefoot for Guns N' Roses, Steve's first time seeing GN'R, and more! 

Anything Goes with Chris Weber of Hollywood Rose | Ep. 553

Imagine if your therapist wrote Guns N' Roses songs. Chris Weber of Hollywood Rose returns to the podcast to dive deep into "Anything Goes," "Move to the City," and his songwriting process. We also talk music therapy, Axl and Izzy living at his mom's house, thoughts on GN'R still playing his songs, and more!

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ON THIS DAY

March 5th, 1986 - This letter was sent from Tom Zutaut at Geffen Records to Vicky Hamilton, the first manager of Guns N' Roses. Another step toward GN'R getting their first record deal.

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GUEST TESTIMONIALS

Richard Fortus, Guns N' Roses

Roberta Freeman, Use Your Illusions Vocalist

Alan Niven, former GN'R Manager

"I think what you are doing is great. I was telling my wife last night about how much I’ve gotten out of listening."

Alan Niven, former GN'R Manager

Roberta Freeman, Use Your Illusions Vocalist

Alan Niven, former GN'R Manager

 “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.“ 

Roberta Freeman, Use Your Illusions Vocalist

Roberta Freeman, Use Your Illusions Vocalist

Roberta Freeman, Use Your Illusions Vocalist

 “Brando was hands down my favorite interviewer.” 

Rachel Bolan, Skid Row

Roberta Freeman, Use Your Illusions Vocalist

Roberta Freeman, Use Your Illusions Vocalist

 "Appetite for Distortion is probably the best name for a podcast that I've ever heard in my life." 

Todd Kerns, Slash feat. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators

Peter Napoliello, Former Senior Vice President of Geffen Records, EMI Records, A&M Records.

Todd Kerns, Slash feat. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators

Appetite For Distortion is one of my fav listens and fav hangs. Brando is always good company and we always have a blast chatting about everything, anything and sometimes even nothing (usually my fault). The man is a deep well of knowledge in all things Rock N Roll and not just in the vast history of the far reaching GNR family tree.  Do yourself a favor and tune in! 

Dorothy Martin (Dorothy)

Peter Napoliello, Former Senior Vice President of Geffen Records, EMI Records, A&M Records.

Todd Kerns, Slash feat. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators

I think this was the best interview I've ever done. We need Harrison in all my interviews, I love it.

David Wild, Former Rolling Stone writer, Grammy writer/producer

Peter Napoliello, Former Senior Vice President of Geffen Records, EMI Records, A&M Records.

Peter Napoliello, Former Senior Vice President of Geffen Records, EMI Records, A&M Records.

" "Appetite For Distortion" is NOT the usual "Double Talkin' Jive" -- so if you're a Guns N' Roses fan like me, "You're Crazy" if you don't check out Brando's podcast.  "It's So Easy," all we need is just a little "Patience.""

Peter Napoliello, Former Senior Vice President of Geffen Records, EMI Records, A&M Records.

Peter Napoliello, Former Senior Vice President of Geffen Records, EMI Records, A&M Records.

Peter Napoliello, Former Senior Vice President of Geffen Records, EMI Records, A&M Records.

Brando....I consider you a friend.  AFD is a no nonsense and informative podcast from a non-biased fan who truly appreciates the talent, magic and excitement that Gun N' Roses delivers. 

Listener TESTIMONALS

Matt Gordon, Oregon

James Vella-Bardon, Sydney, Australia

James Vella-Bardon, Sydney, Australia

 My favorite podcast & I'm not even a big podcast guy! Brando asks fun & entertaining questions that most importantly are compassionate towards the guests, something not always common in this format. 

James Vella-Bardon, Sydney, Australia

James Vella-Bardon, Sydney, Australia

James Vella-Bardon, Sydney, Australia

 Alan Niven lifted the lid on so many interesting anecdotes on GNR past and present, among so many other topics - such an erudite and learned stalwart of the music industry, I was rapt while listening to his responses during three amazing interviews which were complemented by Brando’s expert questioning, I share them with every rock n’ roll fan. Thank you for all your great work, Brando 

Eric Bramowicz, Illinois

James Vella-Bardon, Sydney, Australia

Eric Bramowicz, Illinois

 Loved David Wild the best. He's personally sat and talked to Axl on multiple occasions. A real inside look at things, i.e. the Halloween party, in the studio, etc. Fabulous guest on more than one occasion 

Amme DeLoris Blair, Texas

James Vella-Bardon, Sydney, Australia

Eric Bramowicz, Illinois

 I don’t listen to podcasts, but I make an exception for this one. I love the one where Dave Navarro talked about his mental health struggles. 

Lesley Anderson Brett, England, UK

Lesley Anderson Brett, England, UK

Lesley Anderson Brett, England, UK

 I've loves the interviews with fans after gnr concerts. Always great to get different perspectives from fans all over the world 

Joseph Feeney III, Pennsylvania

Lesley Anderson Brett, England, UK

Lesley Anderson Brett, England, UK

 Josh Freese was great. Probably the most information we’ve ever gotten from those early CD years.

Paul Elliott, Inverness, Scotland

Lesley Anderson Brett, England, UK

Paul Elliott, Inverness, Scotland

 The Alan Niven & Doug Goldstein interviews were great - Josh Freese was cool. There’s been alot of great interviews dude.. the guys from Scooby Doo (or was it the other cartoon), Dave Kushner, Brain was always great. Keep up the good work. 

Ed Juillard, Chicago

Lesley Anderson Brett, England, UK

Paul Elliott, Inverness, Scotland

  This is the best rock podcast. My favorite guests are Mick Wall and Allen Niven. Among many others. Intelligent and informative conversations all. 

Rafael Tavares - Brazil

Rafael Tavares - Brazil

Rafael Tavares - Brazil

 "I don't care about podcasts. Yours is the only one I follow. Not because it's gnr themed (there are lots out there), but you're a GREAT host and your interviews are very well conducted, respectful and really light-hearted. Now with baby brownstone as a co-host it's got cuter too!" 

Brian Sharma - Canada

Rafael Tavares - Brazil

Rafael Tavares - Brazil

 You do an excellent job, and your work is very much appreciated. I love how you keep it informal, bring a large variety of GN'R guests (from fans to band members, when you're allowed to get them ;), and I can only imagine all of the hard work you put in to keep your show running. Please keep up the great work! :) 

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