Appetite For Distortion

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!

"Don't wake the bear." In this episode, Dizzy F'N Reed is the bear... First in Ep. 81 we speak with John Corabi, vocalist of The Dead Daises and former Motley Crue. We discuss the Daises' new album and tour, as well as what was like working with Dizzy Reed and Richard Fortus in DD. How did he feel when Dizzy and Richard left to join the GNR reunion? After we speak with John, we talk with friend/Quiet Riot's Alex Grossi and were SUPPOSED to have Guns N' Roses' Dizzy Reed on too. Well, much like GNR, expect the unexpected. We end up having a lovely chat with Dizzy's wife, Nadja Reed. She contributed heavily to Dizzy's solo album, so there's plenty to discuss. Also, she faces the bear as we listen in to her waking Dizzy up from his hotel bed just to say hi to the fans! So we do get a cameo from Diz! Between John, Nadja, Alex...and a lil Dizzy...this is a fun conversation that goes all over, stemming from Guns N' Roses of course. Also stick around after the outro, as you can listen to the Dead Daises new sing

Much like Guns N' Roses, Judas Priest is an iconic band that has had some notable lineup changes. London-based guitarist Richie Faulkner had big shoes to fill when KK Downing retired, but has thrived... With Priest, Faulker released the new album "Firepower" earlier this year and are about to embark on a massive tour with fellow legends Deep Purple. We ask Richie YOUR fan-submitted questions, his thoughts on the name of this podcast, and his favorite GNR & Priest records and much more! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Many of our interviews have been turned into articles for the successful online rock news site AlternativeNation.net. While this has been, and continues to be great exposure, some listeners have argued that Alt Nation is just "click bait" and "fake news." The site's owner and founder Brett Buchanan joins us to address these issues and more. Brett shares stories of his early wrestling coverage when he was only 11 years old, how did he managed Scott Weiland's social media on the day of his death, the experience of interviewing Matt Sorum and much much more! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

What is it like to be 15 years old, creating one of the 80's premiere rock bands, but then only to be booted before they went famous? Would you have regrets or did life actually work out for the better? That's only part of the story of singer/songwriter Josh Lewis. Having gone to Fairfax High School along with Slash, Tracii Guns, Flea, Hillel Slovak, and many others who would go on to create a name for themselves, Josh is no different. From starting Warrant, being a roadie for Hollywood Rose, to VH1 Fantasy Camp, Lewis has built up quite a resume which continues today. At the end of the interview, enjoy a FREE stream/download of Josh Lewis' "Lay Down Your Guns." You can also email Josh Lewis for MORE FREE MUSIC at josh@joshlewismusic.com. Also mentioned in the episode is a fan petition to ask Izzy Stradlin to play 1 show. You can sign up here --> https://www.change.org/p/izzy-stradlin-play-live-for-us-please-just-one-show-just-you-and-your-music

What's it like going to High School with Slash? ...sharing a crimping-iron with Izzy? ...having Axl read you the lyrics to "Back off Bitch" on Chris Weber's bed? ...being in a band with Tracii Guns before LA Guns? ...having your first slow dance with Hillel Slovak? ...seeing Flea run around naked at house parties? Those are just SOME of the experiences our guest has had in her life. Marcelle Sirkus comes on the AFD show to share her adventures with the GNR guys as well as talk about her new book, "A Shiksa's Guide to Shabbos: Don't blow out the candles!: Helpful Tips for Blending In with Your Jewish Significant Other." Also joining us is friend/author/LA Guns first manager, Raz Cue. Episode 77 is a fun conversation and you may learn some things about GNR that you never knew! Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

It was recently the 24th Anniversary of Gilby Clarke's "Pawnshop Guitars." Our guest, drummer Marc Danzeisen, goes into detail of the making and recording of that record, which included appearances from Axl Rose and Slash. "Pawnshop" is just a small part of Marc's 40 year career. We learn about his orchestral beginnings, to his time with the Bulletboys, the Rocky IV soundtrack, Davy Jones, and so much more!

Back in episode 66 we spoke with bassist James Hunting about the short-lived, yet important band, The Outpatience. An album including the late West Arkeen and George Baisch, who both died before the record came out. It also features the last known studio track with Axl Rose and Slash, neither knowing the other was on it. Now our guest in episode 75 is Gregg Buchwalter, the keyboardist for The Outpatience's "Anxious Disease." He painfully recalls the losses of his friends West and George, while going through the recording process with Izzy, Axl, and other Guns N Roses' members who were featured on the album. Gregg's adventure features a lot challenges, but shares tales of triumph, including working with the iconic Ray Charles. This and so much more in episode 75 of Appetite for Distortion. Please follow/subscribe/leave a review!

Some familiar voices join us on episode 73. Both with their 3rd appearance on the AFD Show, Quiet Riot's Alex Grossi and Westwood One's Mitch Lafon join host Brando for a fun conversation about touring, venues, sports, mini-KISS, the upcoming Dead Daises tour with Hookers & Blow, and so much more!