Classic Metal Show

Don Dokken is flipping his script on retirement, which got us thinking: how close were Dokken to becoming mega-stars before the Don vs. George Lynch tension tore the band apart? We’re talking about the fiery past between those two! And stick around for our take on why 80s and 90s movie soundtracks were just so darn vital for rock music.If you lived through the 80s, you need to hear this! Follow us and Share this video to keep the music rebellion alive! Get commercial-free episodes and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium. Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!SPONSOR: Van Halen - THE BROADCAST COLLECTION 1976-1992 - https://amzn.to/4oaeFqrGet all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqWant more? Get commercial-free episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack: NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#DokkenDrama, #GeorgeLynchFeud, #DonDokkenRetirement, #80sMetalSoundtracks, #ClassicMetal, #BandBreakup, #DokkenSuccess, #GlamMetal, #DonAndGeorge, #MovieSoundtrackHits This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

What if an underground death metal band was secretly the key to a thrash giant’s comeback? Chris Akin dives deep with Cadaver’s Andres Odden about the awesome HALLUCINATING ANXIETY reissue, the album’s surprising impact on metal, and the untold story of how Cadaver allegedly helped make Megadeth good again! You won’t believe the connection. If you love discovering the real history behind classic metal, you don’t wanna miss this chat. Hit that Share button, Follow us for more, and check out Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium for our exclusive content!Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!SPONSOR: CMS Rocks Radio - 24/7 Heavy Metal FREE!! - https://media.classicairwaves.com:2020/public/cmsrocksGet all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqWant more? Get commercial-free episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack: NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#CadaverBand, #AndresOddenInterview, #HallucinatingAnxietyReissue, #MegadethGoodAgain, #DeathMetalLegends, #MetalTalk, #RumbleMetal, #ChrisAkin, #ExtremeMetal, #ThrashDeath This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“And you can see if Vince is actually lip syncing. I think you can see that from YouTube for nothing.”Wait till you hear WHY they said it—the guys found Motley Crue ticket prices up to $409, and the Extreme meet-and-greet package costs $500 for seats barely off the lawn! 🤯 We’re calling this the Carnival of Stinge.This episode rips apart the return of Motley Crue’s Carnival of Sins tour, exposing insane Ticketmaster prices (up to $5,000 for front row !) and Nikki Sixx’s bogus claim that Vince Neil sounds “solid and badass”. We also dive into the new Metal Church all-star lineup with David Ellefson, and why Tom Keifer killed the Cinderella reunion, plus a caller’s fiery rant about the Rock Hall and $300 tickets for Nine Inch Nails. When does a $500 meet-and-greet only get you the worst seats in the house?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com 👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium 👉 Substack: SPONSOR: Motley Crue - DR. FEELGOOD 35TH ANNIVERSARY LP BOX SET - https://amzn.to/3Je81AARock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins): Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#MotleyCrue #CarnivalOfSins #VinceNeil #TicketRipoff #MetalChurch #Cinderella #RockHall #ExpensiveTickets #GlamMetal #ConcertTour This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“She quit her corporate job to make six figures a month by pretending to be a dog.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it... and what Neeley and Chris think of the whole “pet play” phenomenon. 🤮Neeley and Chris dive into a wild story from September 12, 2020, about a woman who swapped her regular career for a very niche line of work: professional pet play. This woman is now reportedly raking in six figures a month just by pretending she’s a dog for her online audience, an example of how extreme things have become. Is this the most insane job you’ve ever heard of?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium👉 Substack: SPONSOR: Dio - The Broadcast Collection 1984-1994 - https://amzn.to/44pyUJzRock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins):Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#PetPlay #SixFigures #HolyShit #QuitsJob #ViralNews #CMSN #NeeleyAndChris #WTF #RageBait #DogGirl This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“I need, I need the tail a little, a little above the asshole, please. It needs to flip up and flip up and open.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it—it’s about a bizarre sexual undertone that’s taken over one of the guys’ businesses! 🤢 You’ll spit out your coffee, I promise.We’re kicking off the Classic Metal Show with an in-depth Eddie Murphy documentary review, ripping apart his bad movies like Norbit and Vampire in Brooklyn, and dropping the harsh truth about why mega-rich comedians like Chris Rock and Dave Chappelle aren’t as funny anymore (it’s the money, bro). Later, one of the guys recounts his St. Louis Dokken trip and the bizarre health and retirement backtracking news from both Don Dokken and George Lynch... but holy hell, is the Pinball PA Furry Convention drama real?! Click to find out who’s too rich to be funny!Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium 👉 Substack: SPONSOR: Blackout Coffee - https://www.blackoutcoffee.com?p=BoNofhazE. Use Promo Code CHRIA20 to save 20% on your next purchase!Rock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins): Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#CMS #EddieMurphy #FurryCon #DontRetire #Comedians #Dokken #LynchMob #PinballPA #Thanksgiving #MetalShow This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Ever wonder what goes on with the furry scene? Neeley and Chris are not holding back! We’re talking about Neeley’s St. Louis trip hanging with Dokken and then diving headfirst into the bizarre sexual undertones of the furries who showed up at Pinball PA. Plus, we’re calling B.S. on how a new Eddie Murphy documentary rewrites history to make his box-office bombs sound like civil rights movements.Nikki Sixx says Vince Neil sounds “bad ass,” but is that just tour hype? We’re tearing apart the announcement of the Return of the Carnival of Sins 2 tour and Nikki’s defense of Vince’s vocals. Plus, we’ve got the real dirt on why Cinderella decided to skip a massive summer tour, and all the exciting news about Metal Church bringing David Ellefson and Ken Mary on board for their return!Don Dokken is flipping his script on retirement, which got us thinking: how close were Dokken to becoming mega-stars before the Don vs. George Lynch tension tore the band apart? We’re talking about the fiery past between those two! And stick around for our take on why 80s and 90s movie soundtracks were just so darn vital for rock music.We’re watching and analyzing the infamous Billy Squier “Rock Me Tonite” video, seriously wondering if any artist has ever tanked their career faster. You have to see it! We also dive into the hotel customer who’s suing because he had to show ID and use a credit card. Finally, we ask: is tipping culture totally out of control, and how are Gen Z kids scamming gas stations?Follow us and Share this episode to share the pain! Get commercial-free episodes and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium. Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!SPONSOR: Rush - Broadcast Collection 1974-1980 - https://amzn.to/3XdXdq2Get all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqWant more? Get commercial-free episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack: NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#BillySquierFail, #RockMeToniteVideo, #80sMTV, #MusicVideoDebate, #TippingIsTooMuch, #GenZScammers, #HotelPolicy, #CustomerLawsuit, #CareerEndingMistake, #ClassicMetal This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

On this highlight, Biohazard’s Billy Graziadei shares a story about rejecting Rick Rubin after they were originally told they weren’t any good by Rubin. Full interview available now on all our normal platforms! Want the full episode from this clip? Visit any of our video platforms: Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comRumble: https://rumble.com/c/cmsSubstack: https://cmspn.substack.comOdysee: https://odysee.com/@ClassicMetalShow:aGet a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premiumNOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Chris Akin continues his “legends of hardcore” tour with Billy Graziadei, guitarist/vocalist of the iconic band Biohazard! Billy is here to talk all about the band’s new album, Divided We Fall, their first record in 13 years. Billy opens up about why producer Matt Hyde told him to “unlearn” everything and be “Billy Biohazard 1993,” the difficulty of letting go of control after his solo work with PowerFlo and Billy Bio, and his incredible story about turning down Rick Rubin at CBGBs. They also dive into how the current political and social division in the world makes the album’s message of unity and survival more relevant than ever.Get commercial-free versions of our episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack:Sponsor: Ratt - THE ATLANTIC YEARS 1984-1991 BOX SET - https://amzn.to/4m0HxkNGet all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqNOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#Biohazard #BillyGraziadei #DividedWeFall #Hardcore #CrossoverThrash #RickRubin #Onyx #UrbanDiscipline #MetalInterview #NewMusic This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“I’d be the one that would sit there and look at the thing half breathing and step on its fucking head.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it... The guys lost their minds over PETA and animal rights activists losing their shit about an owl dying at a Coca-Cola bottling plant in South Africa, arguing that a single two-liter of Coke is worth more than 10 owls.The focus story of the hour is all about the outrage over an owl dying at a Coca-Cola bottling plant in South Africa, which sent the hosts into a glorious, uncensored rage-spiral against PETA and animal activists. This quickly led to an even more unhinged discussion about a trans woman bringing a high court challenge in Ireland to be recognized as a child’s birth mother using her frozen sperm. From name-changing teens to corporate owl murder and trans lunacy, can society get any dumber?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium 👉 Substack: SPONSOR: Book Your Next Party At Pinball PA - https://www.pinballpa.com/book-a-party/Rock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins): Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#CocaCola, #OwlDeath, #PETA, #TransRights, #IrelandCourt, #OutrageCulture, #CMS, #ClassicMetalShow, #Funny, #Rant This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“Yeah. I sucked and I knew it, but I took your fucking money anyway.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it! Lou Gramm admitted that after his brain surgery, he couldn’t remember the words to Foreigner’s classic songs, but he kept touring and collecting paychecks.Holy hell, Motley Crue is trying to sell their Theatre of Pain box set with a live single from 1985, and it proves that they’ve always been bad live, even when Vince Neil was in his prime! But that’s not the worst news—Lou Gramm is admitting that he forgot his Foreigner lyrics after brain surgery 30 years ago but kept taking fans’ cash for terrible performances. Meanwhile, Robin McCauley’s band Black Swan is back with some killer new music, but with Journey kicking off an ambitious farewell tour (that is totally reliant on backing tracks), is anyone going to pay attention to quality rock anymore?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium 👉 Substack: SPONSOR: Blackout Coffee - https://www.blackoutcoffee.com?p=BoNofhazE. Use Promo Code CHRIA20 to save 20% on your next purchase!Rock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins):Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#MotleyCrue, #LouGramm, #Foreigner, #Journey, #FarewellTour, #RockNews, #VinceNeil, #BlackSwan, #ClassicRock, #Aerosmith This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“Yeah. I sucked and I knew it, but I took your fucking money anyway.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it! Lou Gramm admitted that after his brain surgery, he couldn’t remember the words to Foreigner’s classic songs, but he kept touring and collecting paychecks.Holy hell, Motley Crue is trying to sell their Theatre of Pain box set with a live single from 1985, and it proves that they’ve always been bad live, even when Vince Neil was in his prime! But that’s not the worst news—Lou Gramm is admitting that he forgot his Foreigner lyrics after brain surgery 30 years ago but kept taking fans’ cash for terrible performances. Meanwhile, Robin McCauley’s band Black Swan is back with some killer new music, but with Journey kicking off an ambitious farewell tour (that is totally reliant on backing tracks), is anyone going to pay attention to quality rock anymore?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium 👉 Substack: SPONSOR: Blackout Coffee - https://www.blackoutcoffee.com?p=BoNofhazE. Use Promo Code CHRIA20 to save 20% on your next purchase!Rock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins): Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#MotleyCrue, #LouGramm, #Foreigner, #Journey, #FarewellTour, #RockNews, #VinceNeil, #BlackSwan, #ClassicRock, #Aerosmith This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Can you believe Roger Miret of Agnostic Front, the literal Godfather of Hardcore, just called the internet and AI the “most destructive tool there ever is”? He doesn’t hold back, arguing that our obsession with phones is making us “soulless fucking people” and destroying human creativity and genuine connection. It’s a hardcore take on modern life, and honestly, you have to hear his reasoning behind Evolution of Madness and why he thinks we’ve all gone “batshit crazy”! This conversation goes deep, so strap in.Chris Akin sits down with Roger Miret to dive into the band’s latest killer record, Echoes in Eternity , set for release on November 7th. Roger reveals the fascinating story behind their genre-bending collaboration with the legendary DMC of Run DMC on the track Matter of Life and Death , touching on how hardcore and hip hop have walked “parallel lives”. He also gets intensely personal, discussing his battle with cancer during the pandemic and how overcoming that fight—similar to his past struggles—provided a new spark to maximize every second of life. Beyond the music, Roger shares why Echoes in Eternity is a collection of all their past records and the punk ethic of caring about the art and packaging, not just a song on Spotify. He even drops some eye-opening thoughts on American consumerism and how different the food and lifestyle is in Europe. Agnostic Front is hitting the road soon, with East Coast shows starting December 4th and a European tour in February 2026, so be ready to witness the live monster.Get commercial-free versions of our episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack: Sponsor: If you enjoy this programming, please check out Metal-Shop.net. They have great music and we appreciate their sponsorship of this programming.Get all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqNOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#AgnosticFront, #RogerMiret, #HardcorePunk, #DMC, #EchoesInEternity, #NYHC, #HardcoreMusic, #PunkRock, #ChrisAkinPresents, #TheGodfatherOfHardcore. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“How long before one of these charts, the top 20 is all AI? Five years? Not even that long. Two years? Two years.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it—it’s not just the new Bon Jovi/Def Leppard song “Walls of Jericho” sucking that convinced them, but a fictional AI-generated country band called Breaking Rust currently topping the charts.The new Bon Jovi and Def Leppard collaboration “Walls of Jericho” is so bad it convinced us the music industry is officially a corpse, and we can’t believe Jon Bon Jovi is calling this sleepy track a “barn burner”. This trash-fire single arrives as AI-generated bands like Breaking Rust are already topping the country charts, proving that the Classic Metal Show might need to pivot to the Classic Movie Show because the era of “real” music is dunzo. With David Coverdale retiring from Whitesnake and Dave Mustaine’s retirement tour lasting half a decade, is there any life left in rock, or is it just a cash-grab corpse waiting for the next AI takeover?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium SPONSOR: Blackout Coffee - https://www.blackoutcoffee.com?p=BoNofhazE. Use Promo Code CHRIA20 to save 20% on your next purchase!Rock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins):Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#BonJovi, #DefLeppard, #DavidCoverdale, #Whitesnake, #AIMusic, #Billboard, #Megadeth, #DaveMustaine, #MusicNews, #ClassicRock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

“And when one group of people wants to come in wearing fucking silly costumes and wants to give me $700 for the privilege, I’m willing to take it .” Wait till you hear WHY they said it, and how it involved comedian Jim Florentine, a 7-foot actor from How I Met Your Mother, and a pro wrestler.Holy hell, Chris Akin had an absolutely WILD day at Pinball PA in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, coordinating comedian Jim Florentine’s appearance. Not only did they have huge success with a massive audience thanks to Florentine’s visit , but the pinball palace was simultaneously booked by a local furry group, which Jim Florentine will absolutely rage about on his next podcast. PLUS, a celeb from How I Met Your Mother and a pro wrestler named Shane Douglas just rolled up to hang out—what other podcast’s episode is packed with that much sheer, unadulterated madness?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com   👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium   👉 Substack: https://cmspn.substack.com  [SPONSOR: Book Your Next Party At Pinball PA - https://www.pinballpa.com/book-a-party/]Rock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins):   Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4   Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y   ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3Bq  Everything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#JimFlorentine, #FurryCon, #PinballPA, #ComedyDisaster, #ClassicMetalShow, #EddieMurphy, #PoisonBand, #ShaneDouglas, #PodcastLife, #RockNews This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Holy hell, Chris Akin had an absolutely WILD day at Pinball PA in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, coordinating comedian Jim Florentine’s appearance. Not only did they have huge success with a massive audience thanks to Florentine’s visit , but the pinball palace was simultaneously booked by a local furry group, which Jim Florentine will absolutely rage about on his next podcast. PLUS, a celeb from How I Met Your Mother and a pro wrestler named Shane Douglas just rolled up to hang out—what other podcast’s episode is packed with that much sheer, unadulterated madness?The new Bon Jovi and Def Leppard collaboration “Walls of Jericho” is so bad it convinced us the music industry is officially a corpse, and we can’t believe Jon Bon Jovi is calling this sleepy track a “barn burner”. This trash-fire single arrives as AI-generated bands like Breaking Rust are already topping the country charts, proving that the Classic Metal Show might need to pivot to the Classic Movie Show because the era of “real” music is dunzo. With David Coverdale retiring from Whitesnake and Dave Mustaine’s retirement tour lasting half a decade, is there any life left in rock, or is it just a cash-grab corpse waiting for the next AI takeover?Motley Crue is trying to sell their Theatre of Pain box set with a live single from 1985, and it proves that they’ve always been bad live, even when Vince Neil was in his prime! But that’s not the worst news—Lou Gramm is admitting that he forgot his Foreigner lyrics after brain surgery 30 years ago but kept taking fans’ cash for terrible performances. Meanwhile, Robin McCauley’s band Black Swan is back with some killer new music, but with Journey kicking off an ambitious farewell tour (that is totally reliant on backing tracks), is anyone going to pay attention to quality rock anymore?The focus story of the hour is all about the outrage over an owl dying at a Coca-Cola bottling plant in South Africa, which sent the hosts into a glorious, uncensored rage-spiral against PETA and animal activists. This quickly led to an even more unhinged discussion about a trans woman bringing a high court challenge in Ireland to be recognized as a child’s birth mother using her frozen sperm. From name-changing teens to corporate owl murder and trans lunacy, can society get any dumber?Tired of ads? Grab ad-free episodes, early drops, and bonus rants on our premium platforms!👉 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com👉 Rumble Premium: https://rumble.com/premium 👉 Substack: SPONSOR: Book Your Next Party At Pinball PA - https://www.pinballpa.com/book-a-party/Rock our gear: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/CHRIS AKIN’S BOOKS (buy or the algorithm wins): Call Me Chris – https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories – https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... – https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqEverything here is 100% opinion. DYOR before you @ us.#CocaCola, #OwlDeath, #PETA, #TransRights, #IrelandCourt, #OutrageCulture, #CMS, #ClassicMetalShow, #Funny, #Rant This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

On this highlight, Biohazard’s Billy Graziadei talks about how, in the end, we are all the same, yet DIVIDED WE FALL. Want the full episode from this clip? Visit any of our video platforms: Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comRumble: https://rumble.com/c/cmsSubstack: https://cmspn.substack.comOdysee: https://odysee.com/@ClassicMetalShow:aGet a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premiumNOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Can you believe Roger Miret of Agnostic Front, the literal Godfather of Hardcore, just called the internet and AI the “most destructive tool there ever is”? He doesn’t hold back, arguing that our obsession with phones is making us “soulless fucking people” and destroying human creativity and genuine connection. It’s a hardcore take on modern life, and honestly, you have to hear his reasoning behind Evolution of Madness and why he thinks we’ve all gone “batshit crazy”! This conversation goes deep, so strap in.Chris Akin sits down with Roger Miret to dive into the band’s latest killer record, Echoes in Eternity , set for release on November 7th. Roger reveals the fascinating story behind their genre-bending collaboration with the legendary DMC of Run DMC on the track Matter of Life and Death , touching on how hardcore and hip hop have walked “parallel lives”. He also gets intensely personal, discussing his battle with cancer during the pandemic and how overcoming that fight—similar to his past struggles—provided a new spark to maximize every second of life. Beyond the music, Roger shares why Echoes in Eternity is a collection of all their past records and the punk ethic of caring about the art and packaging, not just a song on Spotify. He even drops some eye-opening thoughts on American consumerism and how different the food and lifestyle is in Europe. Agnostic Front is hitting the road soon, with East Coast shows starting December 4th and a European tour in February 2026, so be ready to witness the live monster.00:00 Mike Gallo’s ID / Roger Miret’s “Hot Take” on the internet/AI01:13 Agnostic Front: The legendary band’s new album, Echoes in Eternity (November 7th release)02:14 The true secret to Agnostic Front’s longevity03:16 Why Agnostic Front is a live monster, not a studio band04:09 Why touring and younger bands keep the music and lyrics inspired04:57 Lyrical focus: social-political, day-to-day issues (not world politics)05:41 Echoes in Eternity as a “catalog record”06:27 The DMC collaboration on “Matter of Life and Death”07:12 Hardcore and Hip Hop: Walking “parallel lives”08:52 Roger’s instruction to DMC: “Do your thing, your way”09:14 DMC’s recording and excitement for the song and video10:45 DMC’s humbleness and why he’s true to heavy music12:23 The importance of hip hop/metal collaborations (Run-DMC & Aerosmith, Anthrax & Public Enemy)13:15 The deeply personal song “I Can Win”13:47 Overcoming depression and getting hit with cancer during the pandemic14:09 Finding hope: The song was originally “I Can’t/Can Win”15:56 Cancer and prison as a “spark” to maximize life and fight oppression17:12 The system is “fucking broke” and the song “Evolution of Madness”17:50 The internet and AI as the “most destructive tool”19:36 Why AI and Chat GPT create “soulless fucking people”20:20 Agnostic Front’s logo and the meaning of “Agnostic”20:39 The Echoes in Eternity cover art: blindfolded by belief21:38 Upcoming tour dates: East Coast (December 4th) and Europe (February 2026)22:14 The non-glamorous side of touring: lots of waiting23:48 Why seeing the world is essential to experience truth25:16 Americans are “non-appreciative” and the differences in food (preservatives)27:43 Where to buy the new album and merchandise (agnosticfront.com)28:27 The importance of the physical album art and punk ethicsGet commercial-free versions of our episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack: Get all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqNOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#AgnosticFront, #RogerMiret, #HardcorePunk, #DMC, #EchoesInEternity, #NYHC, #HardcoreMusic, #PunkRock, #ChrisAkinPresents, #TheGodfatherOfHardcore This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Will a legacy band changing things up work? Chris sits down with Agnostic Front bassist Mike Gallo to dive into their new release, ECHOES OF ETERNITY. They chat about getting DMC on a track, the improved sound, and the gamble of taking chances after all these years.Get commercial-free versions of our episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms, including our Substack: Find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comSPONSOR: CMS Airpod Case (Gen I and II) - https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/listing/cms-airpods-case-gen-i-and-iiGet all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqNOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#AgnosticFront, #MikeGallo, #EchoesOfEternity, #Hardcore, #NYHC, #ChrisAkinPresents, #DMC, #NewMusic, #BandInterview, #LegacyBand This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Why is everyone still suing Michael Jackson’s estate? Neeley and Chris are giving their honest take on the skepticism surrounding the latest legal battle and reviewing the trailer for the upcoming MICHAEL biopic. We’re also talking about the tragedy of the woman who fell off the cruise ship and the infuriating new trend of “seat squatting” on planes. Finally, CMS Producer Weezie honors our lost friend, Bob Nalbandian. Share and follow for the metal-fueled truth! Get commercial-free episodes by joining Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium. Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!SPONSOR: The CMS Hail and Snore Pillow - https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/listing/hail-and-snore-pillowGet all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqWant more? Get commercial-free episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack: NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#MichaelJacksonEstate, #MICHAELBiopic, #PlaneEtiquette, #CruiseShipFall, #BobNalbandianTribute, #SeatSquatters, #CelebrityGossip, #AirTravelHacks, #LawsuitScam, #CMSWeezie This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

What’s crazier: Lemmy destroying a multi-million dollar mixing board with a cheeseburger, or King Diamond getting $26,000 a year from his government just for being an artist? Neeley and Chris tackle these wild metal stories! We also review George Lynch’s new single, which he released after admitting he totally lied about retiring. Hint: the guys are NOT impressed. Plus, check out the insane guitar talent from a young private school student. Like, follow, and share this video! Get commercial-free episodes and more by joining Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium. Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!SPONSOR: Def Leppard - PYROMANIA 40TH ANNIVERSARY BOX SET - https://amzn.to/46AhFaBGet all your favorite CMS Merchandise from our online store: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/BUY CHRIS AKIN’S BEST BOOKS HERE:Call Me Chris by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/44TDIZ4 Little Victories by Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/43A143y ...AND OTHER THINGS I SHOULD NOT SAY... By Chris Akin - https://amzn.to/3SRP3BqWant more? Get commercial-free episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium platforms.We highly recommend our Locals page: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comYou can also find us on Rumble: https://rumble.com/premium and Substack: NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.#LemmyTheLegend, #KingDiamondMoney, #GeorgeLynchLies, #MotorheadStory, #GuitarHero, #MetalGossip, #MusicianIncome, #ClassicRockNews, #CMSPodcast, #NewMetal This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe