Appetite for Distortion

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Frank Bello and David Ellefson talk NEW band, Anthrax, Megadeth, and Guns N' Roses - Ep. 100 Jan 28, 2019

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Legendary bassists Frank Bello (Anthrax) and Dave Ellefson (Megadeth)have joined forces on a new band Altitudes & Attitude with a new album "Get It Out." Soon they will be opening for Slash on tour. They both go way back with Slash. How about with Bumblefoot? Buckethead? When was the first time Dave Ellefson heard Guns N' Roses? That and much more with Frank and Dave. Plus it's episode 100!! Let's reminisce!!

Bruce McKagan talks Duff's happiness, charity, and brotherly love - Ep. 99 Jan 14, 2019

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In episode 91 we heard from Matt McKagan, but now it's time to speak with another Duff-brother, Bruce. Bruce McKagan along with Duff will take part in an upcoming "Renew Our Community" event in York, South Carolina. With a great sense of humor, Bruce takes us through what it's like being a protective older brother, his musical path, and why this is the happiest he's ever seen Duff in Guns N' Roses. Special co-host Dallas Dwight will also be performing at the event. Please go to www.renewoc.org for all information about the event and how to help the homeless.

Doug Goldstein talks Axl, Addiction, & Answers YOUR Questions - Ep. 98 Jan 07, 2019

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In the first episode of 2019, former Guns N' Roses manager Doug Goldstein makes his long-awaited appearance on the AFD Show. We break down Axl's Looney Tunes cameo, discuss his work for matthewshope.org, and Doug answers YOUR fan submitted questions. Please follow, subscribe, and leave a review!

Gary Sunshine talks Oh My God, Chinese Democracy, and recording with Axl Rose - Ep. 97 Dec 31, 2018

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After Slash and before Chinese Democracy, for Guns N' Roses there was 1999's "Oh My God." Only appearing on the "End of Days" soundtrack, much about the song and this time-period remains a mystery. One of the many puzzle pieces of that era of GNR is guitarist Gary Sunshine. Gary tells us how his relationship with Axl Rose started, the unique process of making music with him, and how he feels about the song today. Gary also describes the competitive nature he had about "Circus of Power" coming out just before GNR in the late 80s. Special co-host Art Tavana also joins us to speak about his new Billboard article, "The Divisive Legacy & Surprising Future of Guns N' Roses' 'Chinese Democracy'" All this and so much more! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Doug Grean talks Scott Weiland, Drugs, and SciFi - Ep. 96 Dec 17, 2018

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Producer/engineer/guitarist/Sci-Fi writer Doug Grean calls in. As Scott Weiland's close friend and writing partner, and for the first time since Scott's passing, Doug shared his experiences with the late singer. Doug's latest project is new web-series web series called "Starman," about a washed-up drug addicted rockstar that finds himself being hunted down by a killer from another planet. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EK6dalbfJV8&feature=youtu.be Never-before-told stories about Scott Weiland, Stone Temple Pilots, Velvet Revolver and much more.

Brian "Head" Welch talks Korn, Sobriety, and Family - Ep. 95 Dec 07, 2018

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KORN guitarist Brian "Head" Welch has a very important documentary coming out. "Loud Krazy Love" details the harrowing journey of Brian and his daughter Jennea growing up together with chaotic courage and unconventional faith. Far beyond a rock doc, this fearless coming-of-age story grapples with teenage depression, the quest for identity, and the hope of a father willing to do anything for the one he loves. We often discuss the personal journeys of Slash, Duff, Steven Adler, and even West Arkeen on the AFD Show. How does Head's story relate? And in "Shotgun News" we discuss Duff's upcoming solo record and the rumor of a new GNR cover album! Please follow/subscribe/leave a comment!

Arian Buhler, Not in This Lifetime Lithograph Designer: Part 2 - Ep. 94 Dec 04, 2018

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Back in episode 82, we first met Arian Buhler. The artist behind the majority of Guns N' Roses' "Not in This Lifetime" lithographs, box-set, and Shadow of Your Love video returns for part 2, to dig deeper into his masterful, and highly sought-after, artwork. Guest co-host for this conversation is Rich from Japan. He is the owner of lithorati.com, an online database of all of Arian's GNR work. Also the "Shotgun News" segment we follow up with Doug Goldstein's tweet to Fernando, and Alan Niven's reaction.

Danko Jones talks touring with GNR and Duff McKagan - Ep. 93 Nov 30, 2018

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Danko Jones, the man and the band, have been rocking since 1996. From garage rock beginnings in Toronto, to touring 10 countries with Guns N' Roses...from Axl inviting Danko on-stage to perform with GNR, to Duff writing the forward to Danko's book, this is an interview you don't want to miss! Guest co-host for this episode is AFD Show listener, Alex from Michigan. In the "Shotgun News" segment, we discussed former GNR manager Doug Goldstein's tweet to current manager, Fernando. However, after this episode was recorded, OTHER former GNR manager Alan Niven responded to Doug. THAT response will be addressed on the next episode of Appetite for Distortion!!

Chinese Democracy: A Decade Later (feat. Meltdown & RussTCB) - Ep. 92 Nov 20, 2018

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If you can believe it, the Guns N' Roses album "Chinese Democracy" will have been released 10 years ago as of November 23rd. The waiting, the hype, the mystery, the controversy... Here to reflect on the "then and now" of this infamous GNR record is Meltdown of WRIF in Detroit and RussTCB of MyGNRForum.com. We discuss our first impressions back in 2008 and how we feel today. Comparisons to Queen's "Bohemian Rhapsody" and Mariah Carey's "Glitter" are made...plus we read YOUR thoughts and comments! And Bumblefoot makes a "text appearance."

Matt McKagan, Music & Band Teacher / Duff's brother - Ep. 91 Nov 12, 2018

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When one of Matt McKagan's students at Lindero Canyon Middle School wears a Guns N' Roses shirt, do they realize they're wearing the brother of their teacher? Matthew McKagan is our guest today. Out of 8 McKagan children, Matthew is #7 and Duff #8, only separated by 2 1/2 years. What was it like growing up together? Did he foresee his brother's success? How did he handle Duff's path to sobriety? What's the story behind him playing on "Move to the City" and "Live and Let Die"? All this, YOUR questions, and much more on Episode 91! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

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