Appetite for Distortion is a Guns N' Roses-themed podcast hosted by a radio veteran. 500+ interviews n' episodes.
Past guests include Alice Cooper, Matt Sorum, Gilby Clarke, Richard Fortus, Henry Rollins, Dave Mustaine, David Coverdale, Dee Snider, Dave Kushner, Bumblefoot, Myles Kennedy, Tracii Guns, Tommy Stinson, London Hudson, Geezer Butler, Bruce Dickinson n' much more!
Not officially affiliated with the band Guns N' Roses.
“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.
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A Show about Nothin' (and Atlas) | Ep. 546 (00:56:15)
New(ish) songs, another tour, your comments, a GN'R/Seinfeld multiverse...it's last podcast of 2025! First half: My review of "Nothin'" and "Atlas." Second half: "Mr. Mailstone," reading your letters. See ya in '26!
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Dan Cleary talks Jane's Addiction breakup and touring with Guns N' Roses | Ep. 545 (00:57:08)
Joining is Dan Cleary, guitar/bass tech for Jane's Addiction. Dan gets candid about their infamous fight and breakup. Plus, stories about Guns N' Roses' recent tour (filled in for Duff's legendary bass tech, McBob), alien encounters, and Yankees / Red Sox rivalry, and more!
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/dancleary79/
https://x.com/DanCleary79
https://podcasts.apple.comOthers
https://podcasts.apple.comRare
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Note: I was right about McBob :)
Street Child O' Mine: When Guiliette met Izzy | Ep. 544 (01:19:12)
Guiliette Jimaa, a make-up & hair artist from Germany, takes us back to 1987 when a soon-to-be famous Guns N' Roses played Dusseldorf. It was there Izzy Stradlin came into her life. A sweet tale of romance, cultural barriers, and Nutella, Guiliette shares her story (and pictures) for the first time.
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/guiliettejimaa/
https://www.instagram.com/matte.or.glossy/
https://youtu.be/7CUpc8Tf5g8?si=spfvUhVoWaUcn1Lw
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Del James: Consensual Violence | Ep. 543 (00:52:42)
Author and Guns N' Roses tour manager Del James joins. We discuss his new graphic novel "Consensual Violence," Ozzy's final show, what 40 years of GN'R means to him, and more!
More info:
https://deadskypublishing.com/portfolio-item/consensual-violence/
https://www.instagram.com/deljamesgang/
* Note: Recorded 9/22 and originally meant for broadcast 10/4. When Del's graphic novel was pushed back, we pushed the airing to today, 11/24...the day before his book release of 11/25. No mentions of the just-announced 2026 tour dates or songs since this was taped before the announcement.
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The Sound and Vision of Matt Sorum | Ep. 542 (01:02:41)
Hall of Fame drummer Matt Sorum returns! We discuss his upcoming "Sound and Vision" Awards. Plus, saving the Arts in public schools, new Aerosmith/Yungblud EP, Velvet Revolver with Macy Gray, GNR's cover of "Sympathy for the Devil," what the 40th anniversary of Guns N' Roses means, and more!
More info:
https://adoptthearts.org/
https://www.instagram.com/mattsorum/
Our website:
www.afdpod.com
Roddy Bottum, Faith No More: "The Royal We" is "One in a Million" | Ep. 541 (00:48:38)
Roddy Bottum, Faith No More founding member and keyboardist, has penned his memoir. We get candid about "The Royal We," fear of coming out in the 80s, the infamous Guns N' Roses tour, and much more.
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/roddybottum
https://linktr.ee/roddybottum
WEBSITE:
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On the way back from a family road trip to see Paul McCartney, we make a pit stop to interview "Ozzy & Me" author, Stephen Rea. We talk about his heartwarming memoir detailing four decades of friendship with Ozzy Osbourne. Then my son and I try to recap his first rock concert.
More info:
https://stephen-rea.com/
WEBSITE:
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Laura Cox talks "Trouble Coming" and Slash's influence | Ep. 539 (00:20:37)
French rocker and viral guitarist Laura Cox has released her new album "Trouble Coming." Laura joins to talk about her journey, the new record, GN'R fandom, and influence Slash has had on her career.
More info:
https://www.lauracoxmusic.com/
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"Don't Cry" for Me, Argentina (Axl's "Tantrum") | Ep. 538 (00:59:49)
Guns N' Roses recently performed for 2 massive crowds in Argentina. Let's welcome Argentinian fan, Agustín, who was there for Axl's mic throwing/drum kicking "tantrum" that went viral. What exactly happened and what should be the appropriate response? Agustín had his GN'R doubts going in but left with a difference perspective.
It's been a bit since the previous fan-review episode, so let's talk GN'R live in '25.
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CKY are back with their first new single in 7 years, "Can't Stop Running." Band co-founder and drummer Jess Margera returns to the podcast to talk new music, balancing tour life with fatherhood, thoughts on Axl's recent inner-ear monitor drama, and more stories from the infamous 2002 tour with Guns N' Roses.
More info:
https://linktr.ee/ckymusic
https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/cky3/cant-stop-running
https://www.instagram.com/jessmargera
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The Story of West Arkeen and The Outpatience | Ep. 536 (00:59:30)
Dan McConomy was the manager for West Arkeen and his band, The Outpatience. We learn more about the late musician, his songwriting, how the album almost didn't happen, the truth behind West's tragic death, a crazy story behind the monkey album cover, Guns N' Roses' early days, and much more!
More info:
Contact Dan:
https://www.instagram.com/danmcconomy1/
https://www.thestereoflow.com/dan-mcconomy
Outpatience album:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLy1F0NPv5gorztFyLQ_Ch4x_4Y3-_6-P
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"Axl Rose: Appetite For Destruction" Graphic Novel from Sumerian Comics | Ep. 535 (00:33:28)
Axl has teamed up with Sumerian Comics to launch a brand-new graphic novel series, "Axl Rose: Appetite For Destruction." Nathan Yocum, Sumerian co-founder and series co-creator, joins to tell us all about it!
More info:
https://sumerian.ink/
https://www.instagram.com/sumeriancomics/
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John Bush, Armored Saint / ex-Anthrax | Ep. 534 (00:32:05)
John Bush, legendary vocalist of Armored Saint, is celebrating the Anthrax albums he fronted. John joins to talk upcoming performances, reminisce on his Anthrax tenure, a "6-degrees of GN'R Bacon," and much more!
More info:
https://www.instagram.com/officialjohnbush/
https://www.facebook.com/OfficialJohnBush/
https://www.armoredsaint.com/
*Note: Audio not the usual quality as my equipment broke just before taping. Apologies.
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The Story of Billy McCloud: Guns N' Roses "Yesterdays" Co-writer | Ep. 533 (00:30:27)
Billy McCloud is credited for co-writing the Guns N' Roses song "Yesterdays" from Use Your Illusion II. Sadly, Billy passed in 2002, but his sister Cynthia is here to share the story. Who was he? Why just "Billy" in the UYI II liner notes? What did Axl pay out in royalites?
Cynthia McCloud is eager to let fans know who her brother was and how generous Axl is. A previously untold tale of one of GNR's most classic songs.
More on Cynthia:
https://www.instagram.com/whatagirleats/
https://whatagirleats.com/
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Michael Schenker: Don't Sell Your Soul | Ep. 532 (00:17:26)
Legendary guitarist Michael Schenker returns to discuss "Don't Sell Your Soul," the second part of an album trilogy that began with 2024's "My Years With UFO." We talk the new record, Axl Rose's contribution to the previous one, and more!
More info:
https://michaelschenkerhimself.com/
https://schenker.lnk.to/DSYSALBUMID
https://youtu.be/k1DzRfMvANI?si=P1FAJOlLwRWKzip2
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Fine, I'll talk about Axl's voice: Part II | Ep. 531 (00:58:08)
Exactly what the title says. Didn't want to talk about a first time, so why not a second? I'm still tired of people trying to drag down legends. We'll be honest with each other, with the right perspective.
Let's talk about Axl Rose's voice and those who criticize him. This time, we're joined by musician/vocal coach, Tony Noyes.
More info:
https://www.tonynoyes.com/
https://www.youtube.com/tntnoyes
Link to Part I: https://youtu.be/z0QofxJeQ2Q
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Derek Shulman, Gentle Giant: Talkin' Black Sabbath, Bon Jovi, AC/DC and more! | Ep. 530 (00:36:47)
Derek Shulman, of progressive rock pioneers Gentle Giant and legendary A&R man, chronicles a remarkable life and career surrounded by music in his new memoir. Derek talks about opening for Black Sabbath, signing Bon Jovi, resurrecting AC/DC, and much more!
More info about "Giant Steps: My Improbable Journey from Stage Lights to Executive Heights: https://gentlegiantband.com/
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Max Cavalera, SOULFLY: Chama, Ozzy, and Axl | Ep. 529 (00:33:46)
Extreme metal trailblazers SOULFLY deliver their 13th album "CHAMA" on October 24th. Max Cavalera returns to talk the new record, making music with his sons, Christmas dinner at Ozzy's house, defense of an aging Axl Rose, and more!
More info:
https://soulfly.bfan.link/chama
https://soulfly.bfan.link/storm-the-gates
https://www.instagram.com/thesoulflytribe
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Raine Maida, Our Lady Peace: Talks 30 Years of OLP, Chris Benoit, and Axl Rose | Ep. 528 (00:24:36)
Our Lady Peace lead vocalist Raine Maida joins. We celebrate 30 years of OLP, reclaiming the song "Whatever" from the Chris Benoit tragedy, Axl Rose watching the Mayweather-McGregor fight through his tour bus window, and more!
More info:
https://www.ourladypeace.com/
https://www.instagram.com/ourladypeace
https://lnk.to/OLPwhatever
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Bruce Dickinson of Iron Maiden: More Balls to Picasso (and less cell phones) | Ep. 527 (00:24:50)
Iron Maiden's Bruce Dickinson has unleashed a re-worked version of his classic 1994 album, now titled "More Balls To Picasso." As I switch from radio producer to interviewer, Bruce joins us to talk about the rerelease, fatherhood, his solo tour, and more!
More info:
https://www.ironmaiden.com/bruce-dickinson-more-balls-to-picasso/
https://www.instagram.com/brucedickinsonhq/
https://www.themandrakeproject.com/
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Note: This was recorded on 8/21, day before his tour launch.
Glenn Hughes talks new album "Chosen" and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 526 (00:16:36)
Rock legend Glenn Hughes returns with his new studio album “Chosen," set for release on September 5th. Glenn chats with us about what may be his last rock record, how to stay "in the moment," and thoughts on Guns N' Roses.
More info:
https://www.glennhughes.com/
https://www.instagram.com/glennhughesonline/
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Don Felder (formerly of The Eagles): The Rock & Roll Retreat | Ep. 525 (00:15:26)
Don Felder, formerly of The Eagles, joins to talk his “The Rock & Roll Retreat” Sweepstakes to benefit the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. You can win the "Ultimate Nashville Rock Experience," including a private guitar lesson with Don. Plus, we talk about his relationship with Guns N' Roses guitarist, Slash.
More info:
https://www.donfelder.com/contests
https://www.instagram.com/donfeldermusic/
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Helloween's Michael Kiske talks Giants & Monsters and Guns N' Roses | Ep. 524 (00:27:08)
Michael Kiske, co-lead vocalist for the iconic Helloween joins to discuss their new album "Giants & Monsters." Plus, Michael reflects on 40 years of Helloween, memories of the infamous 1988 "Monsters of Rock" Festival, and his Guns N' Roses fandom.
More info:
https://www.helloween.org/
https://www.facebook.com/helloweenofficial/
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Kelly Shaefer of Atheist: My Velvet Revolver Audition | Ep. 523 (00:43:18)
Before Scott Weiland officially became the lead singer of Velvet Revolver, Slash and company went through hundreds of audition tapes. How close was Kelly Shaefer (vocalist of Atheist / Neurotica) to landing that gig first? Join us for his epic VR tale, parenting tips, and much more!
More info:
https://www.facebook.com/AtheistBand/
https://www.instagram.com/atheistband
https://www.facebook.com/kellyshaefer
Kelly's demos with VR: https://youtu.be/5SWl0otjqN0?si=xRYwtJS3jhxtSxrG
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Fine, I'll talk about Axl's voice | Ep. 522 (00:52:30)
Exactly what the title says. I'm so very tired of people trying to drag down legends. We'll be honest with each other...with the right perspective. Didn't want to do this, but let's talk about Axl Rose's voice and those who criticize him.
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