Appetite For Distortion

Matt Sorum joins us to discuss producing Cherie Currie's new album, the effect of Coronavirus on the environment, his upcoming book, Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, and more!

70’s Icon and Ex-Runaways singer Cherie Currie has released her latest solo project "Blvds of Splendor." It features guest collaborations with Billy Corgan, Slash, Duff, and Matt Sorum, who produced the record. We chat with Cherie about the album and more! Then for the "Appetite for Discovery" segment, we chat with Havok, a thrash-metal band from Colorado. How were they influenced by GNR? You might be surprised.

We celebrate the 1st anniversary of Susan Holmes McKagan's debut novel, "The Velvet Rose" and discuss her new book in the works. How is Susan staying creative in quarantine? How are the McKagan clan holding up? What does she have to say about GNR's future plans?

Mark Alexander-Erber (Golden Robot Entertainment Group founder and president) and Kristen Tully (Artist Development Manager - Golden Robot) join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how a music label is normally run...and how it runs during a virus pandemic.

"You're never alone with a Whitesnake album. You can't let Netflix have all the fun." David Coverdale returns to the podcast to talk about how he is handling quarantine, the 35th Anniversary Remix of "Slide it In" and a new collection of remasters called "The Rock Album."

From Kathy Valentine, a member of the groundbreaking, all-female rock band - The Go-Go's - comes All I Ever Wanted - A Rock 'N' Roll Memoir. We chats about her new book and her work with Gilby Clarke. Next, Dr. Nicole Talbot joins us for "Fan Obsession." Dr. Talbot shares her GNR fandom, including dressing as Axl while treating patients!

Acclaimed director Andy Morahan joins us for chat about making the videos for November Rain, Estranged, Garden of Eden and a lot more. He'll answer YOUR questions about working with GNR and specific questions about the videos themselves. Andy also lets us know what he's working on now and reflects on his iconic resume.

Mark Tremonti (Alter Bridge/Tremonti/Creed) chats about how he is staying busy during the quarantine. He tells us about his writing process, plans for when the lockdown is over, playing with Slash, and answers your questions!

It’s the semi-reunion Jellyfish fans have been waiting for since 1993. Roger Joseph Manning Jr., Tim Smith and Eric Dover give us a modern-day supergroup known as The Lickerish Quartet. Eric Dover joins us to chat about their debut EP "Threesome Vol. 1," answers YOUR Snakepit questions and more! Plus stick around after the interview for a taste of their new single, "Lighthouse Spaceship."

Greg Renoff, author of "Van Halen Rising: How a Southern California Backyard Party Band Saved Heavy Metal," is set to release another must-have book, "Ted Templeman: A Platinum Producer’s Life in Music" on April 21st. Greg joins us for a fun chat to contrast and compare the debut albums of Van Halen with Guns N' Roses.

Radio legend Eddie Trunk joins us to talk about his unique Axl Rose encounters, what Slash told him about the GNR reunion, his feelings on how the music world may change after Covid-19, and so much more!

Ernie makes his 2nd appearance on the podcast, to talk about the new album "Carnivore," collaboration with Amy Lee, friendship with Duff McKagan, Social Distancing and more! Tape on Facebook Live --> https://bit.ly/3aqDHwA

Friend of the show and former GNR manager Doug Goldstein returns to the podcast. A live taping held on Facebook, Doug answers YOUR questions. Recorded live with video via Facebook. https://bit.ly/3ao0Qj0

Appetite...for Quarantine. The world seems to be on pause due to the corona virus. GNR has postponed their tour. Brando, on quarantine, reports from his apartment. Ian Scotto calls in. Recorded live with video via Facebook. https://bit.ly/3btUoaD

The BulletBoys have reunited with all original members and are ready to rock! Marq Torien joins us to discuss the new tour, album and how the reunion happened. Marq also gets candid about his short stints with Ozzy and KISS, relationships with Axl Rose and Dave Grohl plus much more! Special guest co-host, AL.com journalist Matt Wake.

Tom Keifer's talents still shine in 2020, continuing his legacy from his multiplatinum Cinderella days. Tom talks #KeiferBand, writing with his wife, November Rain, Lzzy Hale and more! Next we invite Bleeker in-studio, a Canadian alt rock band. Chris and Taylor chat about Canada's music scene, Steven Adler's drumming, Slash in sweatpants, and more! They are 2 funny Canucks!

"Who The Fuck Is That Guy?: The Fabulous Journey Of Michael Alago" tells the story of A&R executive Michael Alago. At only age 24, he became the executive that signed Metallica. Surviving both substance abuse and AIDS, he is now sober and healthy. His documentary can be found on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and will soon have a complimentary book. Michael joins us in-studio.

It's been about 15 years since Gilby Clarke's last album, but we won't have to wait much longer. Gilby updates us on "The Gospel Truth," his new album set to be released this year via Golden Robot Records. Gilby also answers your questions about Slash's Snakepit, the Hall of Fame, Chinese Democracy and much more! His new single "Rock N Roll Is Getting Louder" is now available on all music streaming platforms.

Famed comedian/actor Brian Posehn comes in-studio to talk about love for Guns N' Roses and his new comedy/metal album "Grandpa Metal." Hear about his GNR concert experiences, collaborations with Bumblefoot, Scott Ian, Weird Al and more! Next, also in-studio, is Cory Marks. Cory is a country singer from Canada, but don't be fooled. Motley Crue's Mick Mars and Five Finger Death Punch's Ivan Moody are both featured on his new record. Cory also ends his live shows with a Paradise City mashup. This Canadian Country boy can rock!

Vicky Hamilton tells her story in the autobiography "Appetite For Dysfunction: A Cautionary Tale," which she discussed with us way back in Episode 11. Now she is back to tell us about the new book she's working on, her label "Dark Spark Music," and thoughts about GNR in 2020. Also joining us is artist Lea Williams, who is working with Vicky on this new book. Hang out with us!