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Appetite for Distortion

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#GunsNRoses themed interview #podcast. Hosted by a radio veteran. 500+ eps. Not affiliated w/GN’R. afdpod.com

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A collection of positive stories about Guns N' Roses frontman, Axl Rose. Featuring our interviews with: Craig Duswalt, Chris Slade, David Wild, Pyro Pete, Josh Todd, Sean Beavan, Christopher Thorn, Roberta Freeman, Ernie C, Mick Wall, Alan Niven and more! youtu.be/i6dy2IaDY6I #gunsnroses #axlrose

POSTIVE Axl Rose Stories

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

David MacPhee worked at the Record Plant during the Use Your Illusion sessions as a runner/2nd engineer. Here he talks about his experience with Steven Adler randomly showing up after he was fired, plus having to carry Slash and Duff when they were drunk. youtu.be/VOd0ISnBhkA #gunsnroses #podcast

Rare Guns N' Roses Use Your Illusion Recording Stories

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

NEW! Ep. 579 - "Music Video Mischief: Ozzy to Britney, Oasis to Gn'R, McCartney to Cher: a lifetime of rock and chaos" is the new memoir from director Nigel Dick. With us, Nigel focuses on his legendary Guns N' Roses videos... youtu.be/sFj_LIFGHcw #gunsnroses #podcast

Nigel Dick: Directing Guns N' Roses Music Videos | Ep. 579

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

ICYMI: Testament's Chuck Billy discussed his friendship and song writing partnership with Del James, author and longtime road manager for Guns N' Roses. Plus, where he was when Appetite for Destruction came out. youtu.be/CkzAy5q0-ok #gunsnroses #podcast

Testament's Chuck Billy talks Guns N' Roses and Del James

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

David MacPhee worked at the famous Record Plant during the Use Your Illusion sessions as a runner/2nd engineer. His stories feature Axl's piano demands, an angry Slash, accidentally scaring Izzy, and more! Clip from our latest episode! youtu.be/r2xF9e_Mmak

UNTOLD Use Your Illusion recording stories told by former Record Plant employee

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🎬 Eric Stenman of The Barbarians Of California and AWOLNATION, spoke about Isaac Carpenter leaving his band to become the new drummer for Guns N' Roses. Plus, his "full circle" moment opening for GN'R in our Aug '26 chat. youtu.be/I7XdmGrIFMw #gunsnroses #podcast

How Isaac Carpenter became Guns N' Roses new drummer, former bandmate talks

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

🎬 Hollywood guitarist Chris Weber and author/musician Marcelle Sirkus join. Marcelle recalled pre-GN'R stories about Axl and Izzy, plus Chris detailed the Guns N' Roses songs he co-wrote. Clip from a Feb '22 chat reminiscing about Fairfax High School youtu.be/tH_7wcHoETk #gunsnroses #podcast

Pre-Guns N' Roses stories via Hollywood Rose guitarist and Slash's High School classmate

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

NEW! Ep. 578 - "The Pigeon Master" worked at the Record Plant during the Use Your Illusion sessions as a runner/2nd engineer. His stories feature a "menacing" Adler, carrying drunk Slash & Duff, Axl's piano demands, accidentally scaring Izzy n' more! youtu.be/JYXq9lntkXs #gunsnroses

Use Your Illusion recording stories (told by The Pigeon Master) | Ep. 578

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

NEW! Ep. 577 - Gil Moore, Triumph Legendary drummer Gil Moore joins to discuss Triumph's 50th anniversary, working with @todddammitkerns.bsky.social and Brent Fitz from Slash's band, his @metalworksSOUND where Use Your Illusion was recorded, and more! youtu.be/qT3dvTE0-VI #podcast

Gil Moore, Triumph | Ep. 577

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

NEW! Ep. 576 - Chuck Billy, Testament The iconic frontman of Testament gets candid in his new memoir, "Holding My Breath: The Two Testaments of Chuck Billy." Chuck discusses the book, 40 years of thrash, Del James friendship, Guns N' Roses, and more! youtu.be/_eGQchrqn78

Chuck Billy, Testament: "Holding My Breath" | Ep. 576

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

📽 A collection of true tales about Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose. Stories about: Eddie Trunk, apology dinners, Blind Melon, LA Guns, the Suicide Girls, kicking a drum kit, and being swarmed by fans. youtu.be/6tCz9VXxzX4

True Axl Rose Stories: Part 3

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

NEW! Ep. 575 - Wolf Hoffmann, Accept ACCEPT celebrate 50 years with a landmark release, "Teutonic Titans 1976–2026." Wolf Hoffmann joins to discuss the star-studded album, a half century of riffs, if he's a "Slash or an Izzy," and more! www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4nH...

Wolf Hoffmann, ACCEPT: 50 Years of Heavy Metal | Ep. 575

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

NEW! Ep. 574 - Eric Stenman, The Barbarians Of California Eric talks their AWOLNATION roots, new "Megatons" album, losing drummer Isaac Carptener to Guns N' Roses, opening for GN'R, Duff McKagan in AWOL, and much more! Episode on YouTube and wherever you find podcasts. youtu.be/Hk-CZM2DMl8

Eric Stenman, The Barbarians of California | Ep. 574

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

#ThrowbackThursday: During our 2020 chat, RATT's Stephen Pearcy recalled the early days of Guns N' Roses and his honest opinion about band lineup changes. youtu.be/Of61hwqsFcQ

Stephen Pearcy of RATT talks Guns N' Roses early days and lineup changes

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

NEW! Ep. 573 - Funk legend Bootsy Collins has teamed up with Buckethead to create "Metal Health." As I shift from radio producer to podcast host, we're joined by Bootsy and his wife, Patti, for an important (and fun!) conversation about mental health. youtu.be/UPrwjxeSA0A #mentalhealth #podcast

Bootsy Collins talks mental health album featuring Buckethead | Ep. 573

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

NEW! Ep. 572 - Guns N' Roses Live in Saratoga '26: Review GN'R just performed live in Saratoga. We relive our experiences: from Baby Brownstone to Public Enemy, a run-in with Tommy Stinson, honesty about Axl's voice, VIP from Richard Fortus, and more! youtu.be/pdU-QjpwazA

Guns N' Roses Live in Saratoga '26: Review | Ep. 572

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

This Day in GNRistory: July 21, 1987 - The greatest hard rock album of all time, Appetite for Destruction, is unleashed upon the world! Happy 39th Birthday AFD!! What's your favorite track from Guns N' Roses' debut?

Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

🎬🐔Buckethead Stories A collection of stories about guitar legend, Buckethead. Featuring our interviews with: Bootsy Collins, Jennifer Batten, John 5, Azam Ali, Bryan "Brain" Mantia, and Doug Goldstein. youtu.be/fU2PRsq4vc4

Buckethead Stories: Brain, John 5, Bootsy Collins, and more!

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

NEW! Ep. 570 - George Lynch "Voodoo Wiseguys" is a blues/hard rock collaboration featuring guitar legend, George Lynch. George joins to discuss the project, motivation, comedy, Dokken, Freddy Krueger, Lynch Mob, nudist colonies, Guns N' Roses, and more! youtu.be/DCuya_Wdfjg

George Lynch is a Wise Guy | Ep. 570

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

ICYMI: Brooke Ellis, longtime rock journalist, shared his story about being the uncredited ghostwriter of Steven Adler's autobiography. Brooke details what happened and his relationship with the former Guns N' Roses drummer. youtu.be/h3Sdm69zp38

"I'm the TRUE co-author of Steven Adler's book!"

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

NEW! Ep. 569 - Brooke Ellis shares his story about being the uncredited ghostwriter of Steven Adler's autobiography. Brooke details his relationship with the former Guns N' Roses drummer...and reacts to an unexpected announcement early in the chat. youtu.be/_ZiXIW6Xoio

Brooke Ellis: "I'm the TRUE co-author of Steven Adler's book!" | Ep. 569

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

#ICYMI: Dr. Steve Thaxton, Guns N' Roses' official touring chiropractor during the Use Your Illusion era, details the chaotic South American leg featuring riots and death threats. Guns N' Roses stories that seem too crazy to be true, but they are. youtu.be/654LkLEfjQU

Guns N' Roses chaotic Use Your Illusion tour explained by Axl's chiropractor

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Some press on my new Craig Duswalt interview... Axl Rose's Former Personal Assistant Breaks Silence on Axl's Real Personality, Says You Got It All Wrong rockcelebrities.net/axl-roses-fo...

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Axl Rose's Former Personal Assistant Breaks Silence on Axl's Real Personality, Says You Got It All Wrong

Axl Rose’s former personal assistant Craig Duswalt has broken his long silence, pushing back against the public perception of the Guns N’ Roses frontman and insisting fans have got his personality all...

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Simply amazing that it was "journalists" asking if Axl was a bad person that stopped Craig Duswalt from doing interviews about Guns N' Roses. If anyone bothered do any real research, read his book, or not have an agenda... youtu.be/1sphGJSlMgI

Axl Rose's former personal assistant talks Guns N' Roses for the first time in 12 years!

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

📽️A collection of our chats with the late Doug Goldstein. We celebrate the life and legacy of Guns N' Roses' former manager with stories about Slash/Duff signing over the GN'R name to Axl, his favorite songs, mental health, and more. youtu.be/YGmlCIlzT0I #gunsnroses #podcast

Remembering Doug Goldstein, former Guns N' Roses manager

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

NEW! Ep. 568 - In his first interview in 12 years, Craig Duswalt joins. Axl's former personal assistant details why he regrets his book "Welcome to My Jungle: An Unauthorized Account of How a Regular Guy Like Me Survived Years of Touring with Guns N' Roses..."

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

NEW! Ep. 567 - Dr. Steven Thaxton returns to the podcast! We dive into how he ended up on tour with Guns N' Roses as their personal chiropractor during the epic Use Your Illusion era. Stories about riots, dinners with Axl, and much more! youtu.be/3X9_TZwq04U?...

Use Your Chiropractor: Dr. Thaxton talks touring with Guns N' Roses | Ep. 567

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

🎥 Watch a collection of stories about Guns N' Roses' Izzy Stradlin. Featuring our interviews with: Rick Richards (Ju Ju Hounds), Guiliette Jimaa (ex-fiancée), Rachel Bolan (Skid Row), Ginger Wildheart, and director Wes Orshoski. youtu.be/dxFu6nbKlcs #gunsnroses #podcast

Izzy Stradlin Stories: Rick Richards, Rachel Bolan, Ginger Wildheart, and more! (Part 2)

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Before co-founding A Perfect Circle, Billy Howerdel was a Pro Tools Engineer for Axl Rose during the Chinese Democracy era. In 2022, we spoke with Billy about his time with a new Guns N' Roses. youtu.be/q91qfq6Dk5k

A Perfect Circle's Billy Howerdel talks working with Axl on Chinese Democracy

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

🎥 Watch a collection of humorous stories about Axl Rose featuring our interviews with: Producer Sean Beavan, Stix & Lexxi of Steel Panther, Dave Navarro, Pauly Shore, The Trews, and Raine Maida of Our Lady Peace. youtu.be/PHBk1RP9mKs

Funny Axl Rose Stories: by Dave Navarro, Steel Panther, Pauly Shore, and more!

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

In 2012, Matt Sorum invited his rockstar friends to tour South and Central America. Before the plane landed, it was doomed. Hundreds of thousands of dollars were stolen by a promoter. Shows cancelled...acclaimed director Wes Orshoski attempted to film a documentary... youtu.be/pNdKUnrWrU8

Matt Sorum's Rock N' Roll Allstars: Stolen Money and Cancelled Shows

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

NEW! Ep. 566 - Wes Orshoski, Film Director: Maiden, Motörhead, and Matt Sorum's Allstars From director Wes Orshoski comes the highly anticipated, “Di’Anno: Iron Maiden’s Lost Singer.” We dissect this new doc about Paul Di'Anno, as well as his films on The Damned and Lemmy...

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

In '21, @wildaboutmusic.bsky.social reflected on his experiences with Axl Rose and Guns N' Roses From almost getting killed at Rock in Rio II, thanked in the Use Your Illusion liners, rare interview with Axl, '02 VMAs, David waxed poetic about GN'R...chaos included. youtu.be/O2uT2BpnYiY #gunsnroses

Ex-Rolling Stone writer/MTV Producer talks Axl and Guns N' Roses experiences

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Updated my article about the late Billy McCloud, "Yesterdays" co-writer. Transcription of his sister sharing the story of how he received royalites from Axl, and now includes my conversation with Del James about his former roommate, Billy. afdpod.com/articles/f/t... #gunsnroses

The Story of Billy McCloud: Guns N' Roses "Yesterdays" Co-writer

Musician Billy McCloud is credited for co-writing the Guns N' Roses song "Yesterdays" from Use Your Illusion II, along with Del James, West Arkeen, and Axl Rose.

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

NEW! Ep. 565 - Based on the tell-all memoir by @sexpistolsofficial.bsky.social' founding member @glenmatlock.bsky.social, the new documentary "I Was A Teenage Sex Pistol" is now streaming! The punk icon joins to talk about the doc, new tour, playing with Duff McKagan, & more! youtu.be/9iEEXwslEsU

Glen Matlock, the Sex Pistols | Ep. 565

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

📽️Watch a collection of our interviews with famous rockers praising Guns N' Roses and their debut album, "Appetite for Destruction." Featuring: Michael Anthony, Geezer Butler, Phil Campbell, David Ellefson, Lajon Witherspoon, Kerry King, and more! youtu.be/UV-i2rx_B7s

Rockers praise "Appetite for Destruction" (Michael Anthony, Geezer Butler, Kerry King, and more!)

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

10 years ago today: May 22nd, 2016 - We launched! Never did I think my radio career would lend itself to doing a podcast about my favorite band, interviewing our rock heroes, and routinely getting coverage for it. What a trip. This wouldn't be possible without YOU. Thank YOU.

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

ICYMI: Adriana Smith, owner of THOSE moans on the classic Guns N' Roses song "Rocket Queen" joined us. Hear the famous story from the perspective of her 84-year-old mom (!) and how Adriana feels about the song today. youtu.be/gsHNzQXKT3E

Adriana Smith, owner of THOSE famous moans on "Rocket Queen" from Guns N' Roses

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

NEW! Ep. 563 - 🎶Here she is, the Rocket Queen... Adriana Smith, the OTHER voice you hear on the classic Guns N' Roses song is here. We're also joined by her 84-year-old mama, Diane. We discuss everything that's tangible, honey, you'd be surprised... youtu.be/UywPLNquUfA

Adriana Smith, The Rocket Queen | Ep. 563

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

🎥Snakepit Stories: Told By Slash's Bandmates A collection of our interviews with Slash's Snakepit members talking about their time with the band. Featuring: Eric Dover, Rod Jackson, Ryan Roxie, and Keri Kelli. youtu.be/K8PbTW7lH8Q

Snakepit Stories: Told By Slash's Bandmates

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

📽️ Duff McKagan Stories: Told By Those Who Know Him A collection of our interviews with those close to Duff McKagan of Guns N' Roses. Featuring: Susan Holmes (wife), Bruce and Matt McKagan (brothers), Jerry Cantrell, Matt Sorum, and more! youtu.be/qsZ7TG1OGNw

Duff McKagan Stories: Told By Those Who Know Him

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Producer Chris Flores worked with Slash on his 2010 solo record. Chris shared stores of recording the unfinished demo "Crazy" with Chester Bennington and a necessary conversation about the mental health of rockstars. youtu.be/f8nbdG2k0Pc

Producer talks Slash / Chester Bennington lost demo and their mental health

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

NEW! Ep. 562 - A strapping young lad named Devin Townsend Over a decade in the making, Canadian metal maverick Devin Townsend has completed "The Moth." We discuss the new rock opera, his Strapping Young Lad days, dogs, thoughts on Guns N' Roses, and more! youtu.be/zXfQcfyoSXE #podcast #podcasts

A strapping young lad named Devin Townsend | Ep. 562

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

📽️ Before GN'R, there was Hollywood Rose. But it's not that simple, as Steve Darrow told us in 2021. Watch the former bandmate of Axl, Izzy, and Slash talk about all the moving parts of what would eventually become Guns N' Roses. youtu.be/7nJ7CQhu2Gg

The Chaotic Beginnings of Guns N' Roses (as told by Steve Darrow of Hollywood Rose)

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

#ICYMI: SKID ROW's Rachel Bolan spoke to us about his new solo album "Gargoyle of the Garden State" and memories of the St. Louis Riot with Guns N' Roses.

Skid Row's Rachel Bolan talks solo album and GN'R St. Louis riot

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

#ICYMI: Colin and John-Angus MacDonald of @thetrews.bsky.social spoke about opening for Guns N' Roses in 2006: From being told not to look at Axl, having to extend their set because GN'R wasn't ready, then to partying with The Trailer Park Boys... youtu.be/5kltWUzQoyU #gunsnroses #podcast

The Trews on opening for GN'R: Don't Look at Axl, Play Longer, and Party w/The Trailer Boys

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

#ICYMI: Vicky Hamilton, Guns N' Roses' first manager, recently curated the "Rock for Jennifer" concert, involving a mini GN'R reunion (Slash/Duff/Steven/Gilby). We reflect on the event and impact the late promoter had on so many, including Guns N' Roses. youtu.be/vfkfZMGOS5w

(Semi) Guns N' Roses reunion at "Rock for Jennifer" explained by Vicky Hamilton

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

NEW! Ep. 561 - Rachel Bolan, Skid Row Rachel steps forward with his first solo album, "Gargoyle of the Garden State." We talk the new record, his punk roots, status of Skid Row, memories of the St. Louis Riot with Guns N' Roses, and more! youtu.be/t_dX8XRm7Wg #podcast

Rachel Bolan: Solo, Skid Row, and the St. Louis Riot | Ep. 561

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

NEW! Ep. 560 - Guns N' Roses, Vicky Hamilton, and Jennifer Perry all lived in the same apt. We remember the life of Jennifer, a rock promoter and agent. Vicky, Guns' first manager, reflects on the event and impact Jennifer had on so many, especially Slash. youtu.be/EbVzWf7cBEs

Vicky Hamilton: Rock for Jennifer - Remembering an Iconic Rock Promotor and Agent | Ep. 560

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Appetite for Distortion @theafdpodcast.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

NEW! Ep. 559 - Colin and John Angus MacDonald of @thetrews.bsky.social talk about their Guns N' Roses experiences. Opening for GN'R in '06, funny interactions with Axl and Slash, sharing their joint love for the band, the brothers tell some entertaining stories. youtu.be/oMBSqL5F4lQ #podcasts

The Trews: Talkin' Guns N' Roses | Ep. 559

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