It's the grand finale of our "Festival of Debuts" series, and we're ending with the biggest of them all. In 1987, five guys from the Sunset Strip released Appetite for Destruction, a raw, powerful, and dangerous debut that would go on to become one of the best-selling albums in history.

Join host Duff as we explore the perfect storm of talent, attitude, and controversy that was the original Guns N' Roses. We're diving into the legendary stories behind the songs, the iconic guitar work of Slash, the banned original artwork, and the raw energy that made this album a timeless masterpiece.

In this Duff Dive, we explore:

• The raw and dangerous atmosphere of the 80s Sunset Strip music scene.
• The legendary chemistry of the classic five-piece lineup.
• The story behind Robert Williams' banned "robot" album cover.
• A track-by-track breakdown of iconic anthems like "Welcome to the Jungle," "Sweet Child o' Mine," and "Paradise City."
• The album's lasting legacy and its argument as the greatest debut of all time.

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