Alan Niven, former Guns N' Roses manager - Ep. 48

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Episode 48 of The AFD Show is a big one. First, joining Brando as special co-host is rock podcaster/journalist, Mitch LaFon. This is the 2nd appearance on the show for Mitch, as we profiled his career in Ep. 16. You can find his show "Rock Talk w/Mitch Lafon" on Westwood One (part of The Chris Jericho Network). Mitch answers fan questions, including if he knows anything about new AC/DC or GNR albums.Then we welcome in Alan Niven, the first official manager of Guns N' Roses. Alan doesn't hold back; from his first impressions of GNR, to the eventual change in management, to specific tours (Rolling Stones/Iron Maiden), to his relationship with Izzy Stradln, to Axl/DC, to mental health, and even hockey! This is a must-listen for all GNR fans as you may find out things you didn't know before. Alan also answers YOUR submitted questions. Plus as a bonus, at the end of the episode Alan shares new music with us from the band Razor - “It's a Motherf**ker” ...a new band he manages.Follow/subscribe/leave us a review!

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This episode was published on February 26, 2018.

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Episode 48 of The AFD Show is a big one. First, joining Brando as special co-host is rock podcaster/journalist, Mitch LaFon. This is the 2nd appearance on the show for Mitch, as we profiled his career in Ep. 16. You can find his show "Rock Talk...

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