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APPETITE FOR DISTORTION

Lauri Ylönen, The Rasmus | Ep. 508

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!

Jimmy Gnecco: Talkin' Ours, Isaac Carpenter, and Velvet Revolver audition | Ep. 507

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!

Austin John Winkler, former frontman of Hinder | Ep. 506

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.

The Jersey Sound: The Musicians Who Call New Jersey Home | Ep. 505

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!

Joe Bouchard, Blue Öyster Cult: More Cowbell | Ep. 504

We're joined by Joe Bouchard, co-founder of the legendary Blue Öyster Cult. We highlight the Raven Drum Foundation, "Godzilla" with Matt Sorum, embracing cowbell "fever" and more!

Bumblefoot Returns! | Ep. 503

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! 

Doug Aldrich: Talkin' The Dead Daisies, Whitesnake, and GN'R | Ep. 502

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.   

Nils Goldschmidt, Velvet Chains: Music w/Fortus, Opening for Slash, and Confused for Duff | Ep. 501

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.Pure rock n' roll stories, I provide the sound n' Alan brings the fury. 

Alan Niven: Sound N' Fury | Ep. 500

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. 

Tracii Guns: New L.A. Guns and Guns N' Roses beginnings | Ep. 499

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. 

Alex Lifeson (Rush/Envy of None) | Ep. 498

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"

Eric Dover: 30th Anniversary of Slash's Snakepit | Ep. 497

"It's 5 O' Clock Somewhere," the debut album from Slash's Snakepit, recently turned 30 years old. Here to celebrate, reminisce, and talk about his project "Sextus - Hello the Mushroom," is former Snakepit vocalist Eric Dover.

Leigh Kakaty, Pop Evil: Embracing a New Era and Remembering Use Your Illusion | Ep. 496

Pop Evil's 8th album "What Remains" will be unleashed March 21st. Lead singer Leigh Kakaty joins the pod for the 2nd time to discuss the record, embracing a new era, the state of rock today, and to reminisce about when Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion debuted.

Wednesday 13: Mid Death Crisis, Action Figures, and Partying with Axl | Ep. 495

The "Duke of Spook," Wednesday 13 joins to talk about his new album "Mid Death Crisis," available April 25th. Weds also chats about his extensive toy collection, Alice Cooper/Marylin Manson comparisons, plus partying with Axl Rose in Switzerland after a Guns N' Roses concert at a Hooters backstage...

Debate Your Illusion: with Ace Von Johnson of L.A. Guns | Ep. 494

Let's finally end the debate. Ace Von Johnson, guitarist for L.A. Guns, joins to chat the seemingly endless conversation of whether Guns N' Roses' Use Your Illusion 1 & 2 should have only been one album. Ace says yes, I say no. What say you? 

Dario Lorina (Black Label Society/Jani Lane/Dark Chapel) | Ep. 493

Dario Lorina of Black Label Society has launched a brand-new band, Dark Chapel. Dario chats the new album "Spirit in the Glass," working with Zakk Wylde, being Jani Lane's guitarist at only 16-years-old, and if he considers himself more of an Izzy or a Slash.

Dorothy talks "Tombstone Town" with Slash and new album "The Way" | Ep. 492

Dorothy is set to release her new album "The Way" (out 3/14), including the instant classic single and video for "Tombstone Town," featuring Slash. Dorothy talks her new record, working with the Guns N' Roses guitarist, and more!

Justin Foley, Killswitch Engage | Ep. 491

Killswitch Engage drummer Justin Foley talks their new album "This Consequence," listening to GN'R in secret so he wouldn't get in trouble with his parents, love for the Yankees, The Simpsons, cats, and more! 

An Appetite for Destruction's Schmier | Ep. 490

Thrash metal legend Schmier chats 4 decades of Destruction, new album "Birth Of Malice," and the first time he heard Appetite for Destruction. Plus, the "Mr. Mailstone" segment where I read your messages!

Todd Kerns on Slash, Guns N' Roses, and Cats | Ep. 489

The multi-talented Todd Kerns returns to the podcast to talk about watching horror movies with Slash, singing rare Guns N' Roses songs on tour with Myles Kennedy, when we might see the new SMKC record, and love for our pets.

Rob Hammersmith talks Skid Row, Guns N' Roses, and Parenting | Ep. 488

Drummer Rob Hammersmith joins to talk the latest with Skid Row, reflect on his upcoming 15th anniversary with the band, seeing Guns N' Roses live, and what not to do when encouraging your child to play an instrument. 

Oni Logan talks Lynch Mob, Dio, Slash's Snakepit, and West Arkeen | Ep. 487

Perhaps best known as the original voice of Lynch Mob, Oni Logan joins to talk about playing with George Lynch and Dio Disciples, plus hanging out with West Arkeen and how just close he was to joining Slash's Snakepit. 

GN'R '24: Year in Review | Ep. 486

Guns N' Roses took 2024 off but Axl, Slash, and Duff kept busy. It's the year in review, plus what 2025 might bring, for current and past members of GN'R.

Cutting 5 Songs from Guns N' Roses' Set (with UCR's Bryan Rolli) | Ep. 485

Ultimate Classic Rock recently published "5 Songs Guns N’ Roses Need to Cut From Their Set in 2025: Roundtable." We extend the conversation with UCR journalist Bryan Rolli. Which songs and why? What do you think?


Guns N' Roses to Tour 2025 | Ep. 484

Guns N' Roses have officially announced their 2025 tour in Europe and the Middle East. Let's have a brief chat before things really get going!


Special co-host: Baby Brownstone

Solving November Rain's Cake Caper | Ep. 483

To this very day, no one has claimed ownership of being that guy who famously jumped into the wedding cake in Guns N' Roses' November Rain music video. However, we now have a name. We welcome Bad Brad, RIAA Certified Gold/Platinum Guitarist and YouTuber, who knew "that guy" ...Steve Henderson. 

Appetite for Distortion: Taylor's Version (w/ Rob Sheffield) | Ep. 482

"Heartbreak Is the National Anthem: How Taylor Swift Reinvented Pop Music" is the new book from veteran Rolling Stone writer, Rob Sheffield. We dare to compare the Taylor Swift phenomenon with Guns N' Roses. You may be surprised. 

Adam Mars talks Designing Shirts for Axl Rose | Ep. 481

Adam Mars shares his journey that allowed him to create custom clothing for artists like Axl Rose, Post Malone, and Billie Eilish. We take a deep dive into his GN'R fandom and stories behind some of Axl's shirts

Pär Sundström (Sabaton) and Tom Hunting (Exodus) | Ep. 480

First: Pär Sundström talks the new Sabaton "Tour To End All Tours," a concert film hitting North America for two nights only — October 30th and 31st. Plus, being on the road with Judas Priest and why he enjoyed "November Rain" during his school dance days.


Second: Tom Hunting talks the new Exodus "The Battle of '24" North American Tour. Plus, we rewind to the origin of this legendary thrash band and his experiences seeing Guns N' Roses live, both then and now. 

Drive-Thru Metal, Gibson Guitars, and GN'R with Mac Sabbath and Diamond Rowe | Ep. 479

First: Mike Odd lives up to his name by sharing the unique path to managing a band of fast-food metal mutants, Mac Sabbath. Do Ronald Osborne and Slayer MacCheeze have beef with Snaxl Rose, Slush, and Gilby ClarkBar?  


Then: We're joined Diamond Rowe of Tetrarch, the first female Jackson signature guitar artist in heavy music. We talk about what that means to her, Slash as an influence, and why "Estranged" is her favorite Guns N' Roses song. 

Lou Gramm, Foreigner - Talkin' Hall of Fame Induction, Sobriety, and Slash support | Ep. 478

The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction takes place on Saturday, October 19th in Cleveland, Ohio. Here to talk about Foreigner's (overdue) induction, his path to sobriety, Slash's campaign to get the band inducted, what he first thought of Guns N' Roses and Axl Rose's voice, is legendary vocalist Lou Gramm.

Franky Perez talkin' Velvet Revolver, Deadland Ritual, and his Vegas All Nighters | Ep. 477

Apocalyptica vocalist Franky Perez joins to chat his band, "Franky Perez & The All Nighters," why it didn't work out with Velvet Revolver and Deadland Ritual, the Las Vegas music scene, Ricky Ricardo, and much more!

Alex Skolnick talkin' Testament, Touring, and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 476

 Thrash-metal icons Testament are currently on their "Klash of the Titans" Tour. We chat with guitar virtuoso Alex Skolnick about life on the road, what's next for Testament, The Simpsons, horror movies, podcasting, witnessing GN'R open for Aerosmith, and much more! 

Billy Morrison talkin' Ozzy, Billy Idol, GN'R & More! | Ep. 475

Billy Morrison (Billy Idol’s rhythm guitar player) chats his new solo album "The Morrison Project." We dive into his collaborations with Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Idol, Al Jourgensen, Steve Vai, Steve Stevens, and Linda Perry. Plus, we ask his feelings on the current status of Jane's Addiction and Guns N' Roses.

ZZ Ward (Slash's Blues Fest) / KL Doty (Jack Russell Author)

 First, blues songwriter and guitarist ZZ Ward shares her experience on Slash's S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival, motherhood, and more!  


Then, K. L. Doty, author of "The True Tale of Mista Bone: A Rock + Roll Narrative" shares her experience writing about, and with, the late Great White frontman, Jack Russell.  

Billy Sheehan talks Mr. Big's Finish, GNR's Beginnings, and His Future | Ep. 473

"The BIG Finish Live" is a brand-new live album and concert film of Mr. Big’s farewell tour. Here to say goodbye to a BIG band, discuss his future, and recall the early days of Guns N' Roses, is legendary bassist Billy Sheehan. 

Scotti Hill talks Skid Row Live, Singer Search, and a GN'R Riot | Ep. 472

 "Live In London" is first live album and concert film from legendary rock band Skid Row. Here to talk the new release, search for a lead singer, touring with Guns N' Roses and much more, is guitarist Scotti Hill. 

John Corabi / Tim Montana | Ep. 471

The Dead Daisies frontman John Corabi chats the band's latest album "Light 'Em Up," a special blues record, Slash, Mick Mars, and more!


Plus, Tim Montana joins to talk his record "Savage," upcoming tour with Myles Kennedy, having Billy Gibbons as a father figure, his GN'R fandom, and more!

Velvet Revolver's Dave Kushner talks Contraband's 20th Anniversary | Ep. 470

Making his long-awaited return to the podcast, guitarist Dave Kushner talks about the 20th Anniversary of Velvet Revolver's debut album, "Contraband."  Dave reminisces on this lifechanging record, answers YOUR questions, and more!  
 

Michael Schenker: My Years with UFO | Ep. 469

Michael Schenker celebrates the 50th anniversary of his tenure with UFO with the new album "My Years with UFO," featuring Axl Rose, Slash, and more. Michael joins to chat his upcoming record and collaborations with the Guns N' Roses guys. 

Robert DeLeo (STP) and Ed Kowalczyk (Live) | Ep. 468

Live and Stone Temple Pilots have joined forces for the co-headlining "Jubilee Tour" and to celebrate the 30th anniversary of two of the most beloved albums of the 90s, "Throwing Copper" and “Purple.”  Robert DeLeo from Stone Temple Pilots and Ed Kowalczyk from Live join to discuss this and more! 

Dedicated to Lucy-Bleu | Ep. 467

This episode is dedicated to Lucy-Blue Knight, stepdaughter of Slash, who tragically lost her life at only 25 years old. We honor Lucy, my father Mark, and all who have lost their battle with depression. In an effort to end the stigma, let's talk. 

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