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Appetite for Distortion

Appetite for Distortion
Guns N' Roses
Axl Rose
Slash
Mental Health
Music Industry
Ozzy Osbourne
Chinese Democracy
Velvet Revolver
Heavy Metal
Appetite For Destruction
Music
Blues Music
Black Sabbath
Rock Music
Covid-19
Standby
Kenny Wayne Shepherd
Rock and Roll
Alice Cooper
Scott Weiland

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, Del James, 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 officia... more

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Paul De Lisle, bassist and founding member of Smash Mouth, joins to discuss their new album "Mercury Comet." Plus, fond memories of late singer Steve Harwell, love for Guns N' Roses' rhythm section on Appetite, and more! More info: www.smashm... more

"Voodoo Wiseguys" is a blues-soaked 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 much more! More info: h... more

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Recent Guests

Paul De Lisle
Founding bassist of Smash Mouth
Smash Mouth
Episode: Paul De Lisle: new Smash Mouth and Guns N' Roses love | Ep. 571
George Lynch
Guitarist known for Dokken, Lynch Mob, Voodoo Wiseguys
Lynch Mob / Voodoo Wiseguys
Episode: George Lynch is a Wise Guy | Ep. 570
Brooke Ellis
Musician and journalist
Helldefy
Episode: Brooke Ellis: "I'm the TRUE co-author of Steven Adler's book!" | Ep. 569
Craig Duswalt
Author of Welcome to My Jungle; former Guns N' Roses road manager; marketing entrepreneur
Author, Rockstar Marketing; former Guns N' Roses road manager
Episode: Craig Duswalt: Remembering Doug Goldstein | Ep 568
Steven Thaxton
Chiropractor and Guns N' Roses tour chiropractor
Independent practitioner
Episode: Use Your Chiropractor: Dr. Thaxton talks chaotic tour with Guns N' Roses | Ep. 567
Wes Orshoski
Filmmaker and film director known for Lemmy documentary and Paul Di'Anno project
Episode: Wes Orshoski, Film Director: Maiden, Motörhead, and Matt Sorum's Allstars | Ep. 566
Glen Matlock
Former Sex Pistols bassist, author of I Was a Teenage Sex Pistol
Sex Pistols / solo career
Episode: Glen Matlock, the Sex Pistols | Ep. 565
Adriana Smith
Voice on Rocket Queen and rock musician
Musician / Adriana Dawn Smith
Episode: Adriana Smith, The Rocket Queen | Ep. 563
Devin Townsend
Musician known for Strapping Young Lad, The Moth, and diverse solo projects
Episode: A strapping young lad named Devin Townsend | Ep. 562

Host

Brando Weisler
Host of Appetite for Distortion

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 195 ratings
  • Great job!

    Thank you for producing a great podcast. Special kudos for Oni Logan and Vickey Hamilton. I was lucky to have seen Guns open for Motley in November of 87 in Greensboro, NC. I had already heard Welcome to the Jungle and loved it. I remember telling my brother that “these guys are going to be huge”. I did see the Use Your Illusion tour in Charlotte and Greensboro as well. It was still a great show but to be honest, it just was not the same after Steven Adler was gone. Thanks again and keep ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    77frankk
    United States3 months ago
  • So satisfying

    I just binge listened over the past few days to so many episodes of your show and it brought me so much joy and nostalgia. You remind me of Marc Maron with your ability to relate to your guests but with plenty of space for them to share their stories. Keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahashleyFox
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Ego Has Landed

    He gets - somehow - some decent guests but I laughed out loud as he bragged about what a great interviewer he is - plot spoiler: he isn’t - and yet he’s been trying to get in touch with a previous guest who refuses to answer his calls. Hmmm, I wonder why?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    leemarc1970
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • What a name for a show!

    Brando is so chilled and open minded to everyone’s view !

    Love this show as it feels so relaxed, no egos and gives ya info ya never knew!

    Cheers

    Benny

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Benny Harps
    Canada4 years ago
  • Goðsmack and sully saved my life. The Scars foundation is simple awesome. I am imperfectly perfect and and thanks to sully I'm proud to be. I have suffered from severe anxiety with constant severe panic attacks for 21 years. which then turned me into a Agoraphobic. I also have OCD, ADHD. I am basically homebound. I have virtual visits with My therapist weekly and take medications. She and Godsmàck saved my life. I have never had a bands music told the story of me and my life. I became the p... more

    Audible
    5
    Spf
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Shows a strong focus on GN'R-related history and broader rock culture, appealing to long-time fans.
Brando's conversational style is inviting and respectful, making guests comfortable to share deeper stories.
Listener feedback highlights a mix of praise for guests and some critique of on-air ego or production choices.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#217
France/Music
Apple Podcasts
#101
Indonesia/Music
Apple Podcasts
#236
Norway/Music

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Paul De Lisle: new Smash Mouth and Guns N' Roses love | Ep. 571
Q: Can you talk about the story behind Better Believer and the new Smash Mouth direction?
Paul explains that the band aimed to return to their roots with a faster, punkier vibe while integrating modern energy, and that the song came together after a push from management to produce original material that captures their legacy and lightens the mood for a new era.
George Lynch is a Wise Guy | Ep. 570
Q: What can fans expect from New Lynch Mob and related projects in the near term?
Release timing is uncertain and depends on the label, but Lynch wants quick, immediate fan access to new material, with multiple projects like Cassandra's Crossing and a live Lynch Mob record in pipeline.
George Lynch is a Wise Guy | Ep. 570
Q: Did you know Guns N' Roses back in the day, before they broke, or did you know them after Appetite?
We ran in the same circles; there were cross-paths and shared venues, but most stories about GN'R were about interactions and mutual respect rather than close collaborations.
Glen Matlock, the Sex Pistols | Ep. 565
Q: What was the most important thing for you to get across in your autobiography and in the documentary that hadn't been said before?
Matlock explains that he felt skirted over for years and wanted to clear up misconceptions, particularly around songwriting credits and his role in the Pistols, providing a more complete personal narrative that could influence how fans and future bands view the history.
Adriana Smith, The Rocket Queen | Ep. 563
Q: When did you first meet the Guns N' Roses guys?
Adriana describes meeting the band through a sequence of nights in LA, meeting Stephen Adler and Duff McKagan, and being brought into their circle by Adriana Barbour; it felt like meeting a growing group that eventually became a family.

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What is Appetite for Distortion about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rock-forward interview series centered on iconic hard rock and Guns N' Roses-related culture, history, and legacy. Conversations often feature veteran musicians, producers, managers, authors, and actors connected to GN'R's orbit, sharing career milestones, behind-the-scenes stories, and long-form reflections on fame, collaboration, and the evolution of rock over decades. Guests range from legacy band members to influential promoters and authors, creating a rich tapestry of anecdotes, technical insights, and cultural context. The show's unique angle lies in its deep ties to GN'R's world, its willingness to explore less-trodden stories and personal journeys, and its conversational, fan-friendly vibe that balances nostalgia with practical ca... more

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1. Paul De Lisle
2. George Lynch
3. Brooke Ellis
4. Craig Duswalt
5. Steven Thaxton
6. Wes Orshoski
7. Glen Matlock
8. Adriana Smith

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