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The Hair Metal Guru
Welcome to the Haircast! They call me the Hair Metal Guru. My name is Anthony, and I'm a retired Army veteran and former high school English teacher who lives for music. The main focus here will be hair metal, and the content will run the gamut--there will be rankings, reviews and commentary about happenings in the era of '80s hard rock. Does that mean I'll only talk about hair metal? Hell no. Could Bryan Adams creep into the conversation? Nirvana? Yes. But if you love hair metal, this is the…
Episodes
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What Happened to Spread Eagle? Rob De Luca Tells All
Rob De Luca of Spread Eagle sits down with The Hair Metal Guru for an incredible conversation about the band's rise, fall, and return.Rob looks back at forming…
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Donnie Vie Accuses Enuff Z'Nuff of Lip Syncing
Donnie Vie just called out his former band Enuff Z'Nuff, questioning whether Chip and the band are using backing tracks or lip syncing during their current…
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Robbie Crane Explains Why Vikki Foxx Was Fired By Vince Neil
Robbie Crane clears up the story behind why Vikki Foxx was fired from Vince Neil’s band — a story that has never been completely clear.In this 10-minute clip…
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Stevie Rachelle Joins Rockett Mafia! What's Up With Poison?
Stevie Rachelle joined Rikki Rockett and The Rockett Mafia onstage at the Whisky a Go Go for a surprise performance of Poison's "Nothing But a Good Time" — and…
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Richie Sambora vs. Bon Jovi? Revisiting Stranger in This Town
What happens when Richie Sambora steps out of Bon Jovi to spread his wings on his own?In 1991, Richie released Stranger in This Town, his first solo album. 35…
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Was Lars Ulrich Right About Napster?
In 2000, Metallica drummer Lars Ulrich took on Napster — and became one of the most hated figures in music. Was he greedy, or was he actually right?In this…
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We Can't Believe We Used to Love These Hair Metal Albums!
We all have those hair metal albums we once loved… but somewhere along the way, something changed. 🤘In this episode, the panel gets brutally honest about the…
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Hair Metal Chaos LIVE #13 | Tribute to Jani Lane
WELCOME TO EPISODE #13 Of...🔥 HAIR METAL CHAOS LIVE with The Guru & Rachelle & tonight, on the 15th anniversary of his death, we are having a tribute to the…
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The Pariah Story: Shandon Sahm on Geffen, Grunge & Sims Ellison
In this interview, Shandon Sahm tells the incredible story of Pariah, the Texas hard rock band that was signed to Geffen Records in 1990 but didn't release…
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Did Def Leppard's Hysteria Define the '80s? | 39 Years Later
Def Leppard's Hysteria turns 39 years old, and we're celebrating one of the most influential albums in rock history. We discuss how we first discovered the…
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Was Faster Pussycat's Whipped Really a Mistake? | 34 Years Later
When Faster Pussycat released Whipped in 1992, fans had high expectations after the band's first two albums became staples of the late '80s hard rock scene…
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Sebastian Bach Is Planning a New Solo Album... Do We Care?
Sebastian Bach says he's already thinking about recording another solo album, just two years after Child Within the Man. But is the Hair Metal community…
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What Is Guns N' Roses Doing?
What is Guns N' Roses doing?The 2026 summer tour has sparked a lot of discussion among fans, and in this video I break down some of the biggest head-scratching…
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Hair Metal Chaos LIVE #12 | The Week In Hair Metal
WELCOME TO EPISODE #12 Of...🔥 HAIR METAL CHAOS LIVE with The Guru & Rachelle & tonight we are recapping the week in Hair Metal! From Cinderella to WASP to…
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Big John Murray: The Untold Story | Poison, Rock of Love & Redemption
For years, millions of fans knew him simply as Big John—the imposing bodyguard who stood beside Bret Michaels on Rock of Love. But there's so much more to his…
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Slaughter's Stick It to Ya: Every Song Ranked
Was Stick It to Ya the last great Hair Metal debut album?In this video, we take a deep dive into Slaughter's 1990 debut, Stick It to Ya—the album that…
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Blackie Lawless Reaches Out to Chris Holmes
Here's the link to Chris' GoFundMe. Please donate if you can.https://www.gofundme.com/f/supporting-chris-holmes-through-his-cancer-treatment?attribution_id=sl:e…
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Will Cinderella Finally Reunite? My Bold 2027 Prediction
Could Cinderella finally reunite for the first time since 2014?After recent comments from drummer Fred Coury, the conversation about a Cinderella reunion is…
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Did We All Miss This Album? | Jani Lane's Back Down To One
Did We All Miss This Album? | Jani Lane's Back Down To OneWhen Jani Lane released Back Down To One in 2003, it seemed to come and go with almost no promotion…
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Chris Holmes Needs Our Help Right Now
Former W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes is facing one of the toughest battles of his life after his recent cancer diagnosis. In this video, we discuss why Chris…
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Tom Keifer Cancels Final 2026 Tour Dates... Is This The End?
Tom Keifer has canceled the final dates of his 2026 tour due to ongoing vocal issues, raising concerns among fans about what the future may hold. In this…
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Tommy London & Britt Lightning: The Story Behind The Jetsetters
Tommy London and Britt Lightning join me for an in-depth conversation about their incredible careers, how they found success in the rock world, and their…
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Hair Metal Chaos LIVE #11 | Recapping An Incredible Week In L.A.
WELCOME TO EPISODE #11 Of...🔥 HAIR METAL CHAOS LIVE with The Guru & Rachelle & tonight we are recapping the week that was in Los Angeles! From our Hair Metal…
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Steven Sweet: The Definitive Warrant Interview
I've been waiting for this... and it's finally here. For the first time, Warrant drummer Steven Sweet sits down for a career-spanning conversation covering his…
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The Hair Metal Guru... LIVE IN HOLLYWOOD! #3: The Trip of a Lifetime
Here's my 3rd LIVE show from Hollywood... today I'll be talking about hanging out with Bobby Blotzer from Ratt during the day and then Rikki Rockett from…
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The Hair Metal Guru... LIVE IN HOLLYWOOD! #2
Here's my second LIVE show from Hollywood... today I'll be talking about the Tuff show at the Whisky a GoGo Thursday, July 23rd, The Fire 'N Ice show at the…
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Jon Bon Jovi Ends Show Early: "I'm Letting You Down"
Jon Bon Jovi was forced to end his concert early after struggling with his vocals, telling the crowd, "I'm letting you down." It was a difficult moment to…
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The Hair Metal Guru... LIVE IN HOLLYWOOD! 22July2026
I just wanted to come on and update people about what's happening in Los Angeles, and take any questions from people who weren't able to join last night! This…
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Hair Metal Chaos LIVE #10 | LIVE At The Rainbow Bar & Grill
WELCOME TO EPISODE #10 Of...🔥 HAIR METAL CHAOS with The Guru & Rachelle & tonight we are LIVE at The Rainbow Bar & Grill in Los Angeles... and you're…
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Sami Yaffa: The Untold Story of Hanoi Rocks, Michael Monroe & Beyond
Hanoi Rocks helped shape the sound and style of an entire generation of rock bands, and bassist Sami Yaffa was there through it all.In this exclusive…
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Why Didn't Vain's No Respect Become a Hit? 37 years Later...
Vain's No Respect is one of those albums that hardcore hair metal fans never forgot—but the rest of the world seemed to miss. Released in 1989, the album…
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Meet John Torra: The Quiet Riot Hopeful Everyone's Talking About
John Torra has gone from an unknown singer posting videos on Instagram to one of the most talked-about names in the rock world. In this exclusive interview…
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6 Hair Metal Masterpieces You Probably Missed
Some of the best hair metal albums never became household names. In this roundtable discussion, The Guru and the Gang each pick one overlooked album they…
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Hair Metal Chaos LIVE #9 | Bon Jovi W/ Mark Weiss
WELCOME TO EPISODE #9 Of...🔥 HAIR METAL CHAOS with The Guru & Rachelle & tonight we're talking BON JOVI with Special Guest, legendary photographer, Mark…
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Wildside's Marc Simon: Under the Influence, Eddie Van Halen & More
Marc Simon, bassist for Wildside, joins The Hair Metal Guru for an in-depth career retrospective covering the band's journey from the Sunset Strip to the…
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Jizzy Pearl Takes Aim At Quiet Riot Hopeful John Torra
Jizzy Pearl has weighed in on viral Quiet Riot hopeful John Torra, suggesting his incredible vocals may be enhanced with AI. But I'm not buying it. With many…
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John Torra Is Going Viral... Quiet Riot Needs To See This
An unknown singer named John Torra is suddenly going viral, and many fans believe Quiet Riot's search for a new vocalist should already be over. After hearing…
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John Corabi Fires Back... Is Jizzy Pearl Next?
John Corabi has finally responded to The Dead Daisies' statement about his departure, and he says one thing is clear: his exit was NOT a mutual decision. In…
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Jizzy Pearl Leaves Quiet Riot: Where Do They Go From Here?
Metal Sludge just broke the news that Jizzy Pearl has officially announced that he's leaving Quiet Riot. In this video, I break down his statement, discuss…
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Rick Steier Opens Up About James Kottak's Tragic Downfall
In this powerful clip from my 3 and a half-hour interview with Kingdom Come guitarist Rick Steier, Rick reflects on the heartbreaking downfall of his best…
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John Corabi Out Of The Dead Daisies... Did He Quit Or Was He Fired?
John Corabi is officially out of The Dead Daisies, but the circumstances surrounding his departure have left fans with more questions than answers. After…
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Fans Said Vince Neil Improved... Then I Saw This
Vince Neil sounded noticeably better at Motley Crüe's latest concert in Canada—but did something else catch everyone's attention?Here's the YouTube video of…
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The Best Hair Metal Side Projects Ever?
Hair metal fans know that some of the best music wasn't released under a band's biggest name. In this episode, the panel shares our favorite solo albums and…
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Was Scorpions' Savage Amusement a Disappointment?
Was Savage Amusement really a disappointment, or has it aged better than many fans remember? In this video, we revisit Scorpions' 1988 platinum-selling album…
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3 Years Ago I Started The Hair Metal Guru... It Changed My Life
Three years ago, I had no idea a simple YouTube channel would completely change my life. In this special anniversary video, I'm looking back at the journey…
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After Vince Neil... Everyone Was Watching Jon Bon Jovi
After all the attention surrounding Vince Neil's recent performance, all eyes turned to Jon Bon Jovi as he kicked off his Madison Square Garden residency…
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Hair Metal Chaos LIVE #8 | Motley Crue W/ Wednesday 13
WELCOME TO EPISODE #8 Of...🔥 HAIR METAL CHAOS with The Guru & Rachelle & tonight we're talking MOTLEY CRUE with Special Guest, Wednesday 13!The Hair Metal Guru…
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Wednesday 13 Tells His Entire Story | Murderdolls, Joey Jordison, Sobriety & More
In one of the most in-depth interviews of his career, Wednesday 13 sits down with The Hair Metal Guru to look back on his entire journey—from his early bands…
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4 Hair Metal Mistakes That Changed Everything
Did these bands make decisions that changed the course of their careers?In this video, we're discussing four major mistakes that may have derailed some of hair…
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Appetite for Destruction Changed Rock Forever | Ranking Every Song
Did any other album impact the 1980s as much as the 1987 Guns N' Roses record Appetite for Destruction? In this video, Mariah (great to have Mariah back on!)…
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Did Vince Neil Beat Motley Crüe? | Exposed vs. '94
When Vince Neil left Motley Crüe, fans wondered what would happen next. In 1993, Vince released Exposed, while Motley Crüe returned in 1994 with John Corabi on…
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15 Hair Metal Songs We Still Play All the Time
What are the Hair Metal songs that have stood the test of time? Maybe they've never left your playlist, or maybe you just rediscovered them again.In this…
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I Think Mötley Crüe Is Finished
Mötley Crüe returned to the stage on July 4th in Winnipeg, but after watching the footage, I came away with one overwhelming thought... I think it's over.Look…
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Hair Metal Chaos LIVE #7 | BIG ANNOUNCEMENT
WELCOME TO EPISODE #7 Of...🔥 HAIR METAL CHAOS with The Guru & Rachelle & tonight we've got a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT that you don't wanna miss!The Hair Metal Guru on…
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Eddie Robison: The Untold Story of Alleycat Scratch
Thank you so much to Eddie Robison for telling his story! Purchase the newly remastered Alleycat Scratch CD "Return To Trash City" at FNA Records…
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4th of July Hair Metal Haul! CDs, Vinyl, Cassettes & More
🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! Join me as I unbox an awesome haul of hair metal CDs, cassettes, vinyl, and a killer Poison shirt! Thank you to everyone who supports the…
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Songs That Saved Us | Music That Got Us Through Pivotal Moments
🎵 Songs That Saved Us: Music That Got Us Through Pivotal Moments 🎵Everyone has that one song that showed up at exactly the right time.In this special Hair…
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How Permanent Vacation Saved Aerosmith's Career
Aerosmith's Permanent Vacation wasn't just another album—it was one of the greatest comeback stories in rock history.By the mid-1980s, many fans believed…
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Hair Metal Confessions 2: Our Most Controversial Takes Yet
Hair Metal Confessions are back! 🤘After the response to our first Hair Metal Confessions episode, we decided to do it again... and this time the opinions might…
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Mötley Crüe Called Out by Shannon Larkin... Nikki Sixx Fires Back
Former Godsmack drummer Shannon Larkin recently called out Mötley Crüe, claiming the band uses backing tracks during their live performances. Nikki Sixx fired…