Appetite For Distortion

Former Guns N' Roses manager returns on episode 101, and this time he brought a friend. Dr. Stephen Thaxton, a chiropractor from West Virginia. Why? Because his first chiropractic job was touring with Guns N' Roses for over 2 years! He's also been on tour with Bon Jovi the past couple decades. Dr. Steve has some of the most surreal and funny GNR stories you've never heard! And Doug does a great job his first time as guest co-host! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

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!!

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.

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!

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!

Producer, engineer, guitarist, Sci-Fi writer are just some of the titles you can label Doug Grean. You can also call him Scott Weiland's close friend. For the first time since Scott's passing 3 years ago, Doug shares his experiences with and feelings for the late singer of Stone Temple Pilots, Velvet Revolver, and the Wildabouts. 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 You will hear never-before-told stories about Scott Weiland, tales of Duff and Slash in their pajamas, and much more from Doug Grean. Also guest co-host Doug McCausland and Brando discuss Richard Fortus' new KSHE interview.

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!

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, 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!!

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."

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!

Michael Monroe is sometimes referred to as one of the founding fathers of the Hollywood's glam-rock scene. Does he want to be credited with that title? Did he mind bands influenced by Hanoi Rocks' look and sound? How did his relationship with Guns N' Roses start? What's the origin of his contributions to GNR's "Ain't it Fun" and "Bad Obsession"? Michael gives his opinions on groupies, today's rock, politics, and if he'd ever join GNR on stage again. Speaking of politics, Axl Rose has been VERY anti-Donald Trump on Twitter recently and addresses why you may hear GNR music at his rallies. Guest co-host Art Tavana and Brando break down Axl's tweets and Guns N' Roses' political positions. All this and so much more! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Appeared on "Used to Love Her," helped arrange "So Fine" with Duff, filled in for Steven Adler at the Whiskey '88, the "Cool Hand Luke" clips on "Civil War" were recorded off his VCR...do YOU know Howard Teman? Along with special co-host Raz Cue (who's been friends with Howard for decades), we hear inspirational and fun stories from the tattoo shop owner. Follow Howard's Instagram @TmanTattoo and buy posters at howardteman.com Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Both Junkyard and Guns N' Roses were signed to Geffen in 1987. Since then GNR has made rock history. But what about Junkyard? What's their story? Lead singer David Roach had rock n' roll fantasies growing up in Austin, Texas. He may not have the notoriety of an Axl Rose, but is still living his dream. What did it mean for David as Axl wore a Junkyard shirt when they first started out? What does he recall about the GNR/Junkyard show in 1987 at Perkins Palace? What is Junkyard working on now? How does he define success? Also this, special fan-cohost Ms. Metal, and so much more! Follow Junkyard at @JunkyardBlooze on Twitter.

Teddy 'Zig Zag' Andreadis and Roberta Freeman once toured the world together as part of Guns N' Roses. Now they reunite on Ep. 87 to share the good, the bad, and the unknown of the Use Your Illusion tour. What were their favorite moments? True story behind Axl's lateness? What's it like to survive a riot? How do they rank their version of GNR? Both are very honest and open. Today, Teddy continues his successful band "The Boxmasters" with actor Billy Bob Thornton, while Roberta just did vocals for the brand new Weezer song "Can't Knock the Hustle." All this and MUCH more on Ep. 87! Please follow, subscribe, leave a comment!

“Tanya O Callaghan's bass playing has – como se dice en Espanol.. The Balls!” - Maynard James Keenan Tanya has so much to offer in addition to her highly-sought-after bass playing. From growing up a metal head in Ireland, getting her big break from Tool's Maynard, and now being in Steve Adler's new band, Tanya shares her story with us. Lots of laughs this episode, with an Irish accent.

Episode 85 features 2 major guests. First we speak with former Judas Priest guitarist, K.K. Downing. We discuss his new book "Heavy Duty: Days and Nights in Judas Priest" and make some interesting Priest/GNR comparisons. Our next guest is Roy Orbison Jr. "I wish I was just another dead rockstar's kid trying to make it with my band. I wish my story was that simple." Roy isn't kidding. Untold stories of his legendary father sharing the studio with Guns N' Roses during Appetite for Destruction, almost fighting Flea, hanging with Bono & Axl, and a deep dive into Slash's guitar playing is just a small sample of what Roy Orbison Jr. had to offer in this epic conversation. A jam-packed episode of the AFD Show. Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Rival Sons are one of the most talked about rock bands going today. Opening for Sammy Hagar, Black Sabbath, Deep Purple, and Guns N' Roses, the band is ready for their next level of stardom. With the release of their new single, "Do Your Worst," it's full steam ahead for Rival Sons and our guest, drummer Mike Miley. We discuss his upbringing, baseball dreams, how Rival Sons formed, the status of rock, opening for 2 different versions of GNR, and so much more! Special fan co-host, Ray from the UK.

A Pabst Blue Ribbon mic stand inspired by his dad who used to rob banks. That alone separates Hillbilly (Jimmy) Herald from the pack, but there's much more to the story. Slash told him to start a band. This was while Jimmy was a 35-year-old bartender. Since then he has opened shows for Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy & The Conspirators (including upcoming at the Whiskey), Steel Panther, and new record was produced by Gilby Clarke. Hillbilly and Brando go into some thought provoking and deep conversations, all under our GNR umbrella.

Have you been lucky enough to snatch up a Guns N' Roses limited edition lithograph on their Not in This Lifetime Tour? Perhaps you've traveled or traded to add to your collection. How about the Locked N' Loaded Box Set? How many times have you watched the official Shadow of Your Love video? Well the man behind those designs is not Axl, but Arian. Graphic Designer/Artist/Painter Arian Buhler is our guest for Episode 82. He takes us through his journey of being raised by Rastafarians, working with Bob Marley's estate, designing posters for the Rolling Stones, and of course Guns N' Roses. Arian also answers YOUR fan questions. Also joining the conversation as guest co-host is "killuridols" from Argentina. Her and Brando discuss the alleged Slash interview contract, the continuing YouTube/Copyright issues, and more! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!