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Classic Metal Show
Since 1996, THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW has been the ultimate destination for honest, no-holds-barred talk about hard rock, heavy metal, and everything in between. This isn't just another channel. It's an uncensored community. On our paid tier, you get commercial-free access to all of our daily episodes, plus bonus content, behind-the-scenes insights, and the opportunity to interact with us directly. If you're tired of corporate music media and you want the truth from two guys who have been doing…
Episodes
Classic Metal ShowVernon Reid Explains “Beautiful Bastard” and Its Real Story
What’s in a name? Vernon Reid dives deep into the meaning of his song “Beautiful Bastard,” flipping gender expectations, sharing the messy truth of a past…
Classic Metal ShowChris Adler on Firstborne, Freedom & That Megadeth Grammy Win
Chris Adler gets honest with Chris Akin—about LUCKY, artistic freedom with vocalist Girish Pradhan, and whether winning a Grammy with Megadeth meant more than…
Classic Metal ShowChris Akin: Divorce Worse Than Burns?!
Chris Akin drops a bombshell on Normal World, saying his divorce was more painful than surviving 69% burns! This raw, hilarious segment dives into his life…
Classic Metal ShowChris Akin Meets NORMAL WORLD – YouTube’s Last Raw Show?
When Chris Akin joined Dave Landau and 1/4 Black Garrett on NORMAL WORLD, the unfiltered rawness even caught him off guard. How is this show still surviving on…
Classic Metal ShowChris Akin's Wild Blaze TV Comedy Debut
Chris Akin steals the show on Blaze TV’s Normal World with hilarious tales of surviving a molten metal accident! From self-deprecating humor about his scars to…
Classic Metal ShowChris Akin's Rawest Story: Hitting Rock Bottom
In this incredibly raw and emotional clip, Chris Akin opens up about his personal journey and what led him to change his life. He shares the story of his…
Classic Metal ShowChris Akin’s Shocking Confession: Rage, Violence & Redemption?
Chris Akin shocks fans with a brutal confession about his past—rage, violence, and addictions. 😲 Has he truly found redemption, or is his “new persona” nothing…
Classic Metal ShowWhy Does Joe Rogan Still Wear Big Headphones?
We're breaking down the little details that matter! Chris and I get into a fun debate about why Joe Rogan still wears those giant headphones despite his…
Classic Metal ShowKarl Sanders Shreds Saurian Apocalypse Secrets!
Ever wonder what inspires a metal legend’s solo journey? Chris Akin dives deep with Nile’s Karl Sanders on Saurian Apocalypse, unpacking its epic story, sci-fi…
Classic Metal ShowJonny Z Spills Heavy Metal Secrets in Heavy Tales!
Ever wonder how Metallica became legends? Jonny Z, Megaforce Records founder, shares his thrash-fueled journey in Heavy Tales. From discovering Metallica to…
Classic Metal ShowTestament's New Song is PURE VENOM & ANGER
Get ready for some pure thrash metal fury! The hosts react with intense excitement to the new Testament single "Infanticide AI" from their upcoming album…
Classic Metal ShowIs Whitesnake's Forevermore Box Set A Total Scam?!
David Coverdale is back with a new Whitesnake box set, and the hosts of CMS TV are not impressed. They go on a hilarious rant, dissecting the "remixed and…
Classic Metal ShowSLASH Album Finished, Not Coming Until 2027!
What's the point of announcing an album a year and a half before it comes out? The hosts react to the strange news that Slash and Miles Kennedy have finished…
Classic Metal ShowKK Downing on Writing KK's Priest "Sermons of the Sinner"
How do you write an entire metal album in 4 weeks after a decade-long hiatus? KK Downing reveals the emotional and adrenalized process behind "Sermons of the…
Classic Metal ShowKK Downing Unleashes Speed Metal Fury with KK's Priest!
Did KK Downing really earn the right to call his new band "Priest"? Get the killer details as the legend talks lineup, new tunes, and why he's more entitled…
Classic Metal ShowSlash’s 2027 Album, Whitesnake’s “Remaster” & Testament’s New Track
Slash announces a new album—15 months before release! Neeley and Chris rip into the absurd timeline, tear apart Whitesnake’s questionable Forevermore…
Classic Metal ShowBabylon A.D. Returns Full Force: Derek Davis on Grunge, Hair Metal & Saving Rock
Derek Davis is DONE staying quiet. Babylon A.D. is back with WHEN THE WORLD STOPS, and he’s here to bury “Hair Metal” labels, blast the grunge takeover, and…
Classic Metal ShowDark Angel: Why We Never Sold Out | Gene Hoglan Metal Interview
Ever wonder why some legendary metal bands stay true to their roots? Gene Hoglan reveals Dark Angel's unwavering commitment to the underground, rejecting…
Classic Metal ShowThe Return of '80s Hairband World's' Jennifer Jaffer
She's back! The hosts react to the unexpected return of Jennifer Jaffer from "80s Hairband World," a legendary figure in the classic rock fan community. Watch…
Classic Metal ShowCarnival Cruise BRAWL Over Chicken Nuggets
You have to see it to believe it! The hosts react to a viral video of a full-blown brawl on a Carnival Cruise ship that erupted... over chicken nuggets. They…
Classic Metal ShowCruise Ship Brawl Over Chicken, Target Scam & Jennifer’s Return!
Neeley and Chris break down insane footage of a Carnival Cruise ship brawl started over chicken tenders, a wild Target payday scam that finally got busted…
Classic Metal ShowCM Punk’s Childhood Story Behind “Cult of Personality”
When CM Punk chose “Cult of Personality” as his entrance theme, it wasn’t just for hype—it was personal. Vernon Reid shares the touching backstory that began…
Classic Metal ShowTarget Fires 700 Employees For Exploiting Glitch
A shocking number of employees were terminated from a Target distribution center after a healthcare loan program was exploited. The hosts of CMS TV break down…
Classic Metal ShowDid Ozzy Fake Speak of the Devil Live?
Was Ozzy’s Speak of the Devil really a live album—or just studio trickery with fake crowd noise? Neeley and Chris dig into this shocking 80s metal conspiracy…
Classic Metal ShowAutograph's Steve Plunkett Re-Records Their Only Hit! Why?!
Get ready for a laugh! 😂 The hosts react to what they call "the all-time lamest thing" in music: Steve Plunkett of Autograph re-recording his entire debut…
Classic Metal ShowThe Beach Boys Feud That Won't End!
It’s a feud so legendary it even made it to a funeral. The hosts unpack the bizarre and long-running drama between The Beach Boys' Mike Love and Al Jardine…
Classic Metal ShowDonny Osmond's Career Mistake & Michael Jackson's Advice
You won't believe what Michael Jackson told Donny Osmond. 🤯 The hosts of CMS TV reveal the "offensive" career advice Michael Jackson gave his childhood…
Classic Metal ShowEllefson’s Megadeth Plea, Autograph Rerecord & Michael Jackson’s Bad Advice
Neeley and Chris rip into David Ellefson’s claim he should join Megadeth’s final tour, laugh through Steve Plunkett’s puzzling Autograph rerecord, and revisit…
Classic Metal ShowTed Bundy’s Insane Escapes in New Doc!
Ted Bundy’s escapes will leave you speechless! Chris and Gary react to a new 2025 documentary diving into Bundy’s prison breakouts and his help profiling the…
Classic Metal ShowDallas Toller-Wade: Nile to Narcotic Wasteland!
From Nile to Narcotic Wasteland, Dallas Toler-Wade shares his journey! Discover how he crafted a unique sound for Narcotic Wasteland, moving from Nile’s…
Classic Metal ShowDevo's Crazy Akron Roots in New Doc!
Ever wonder how Devo became the quirky synth-pop icons? Gary and Chris dive into a new 2025 Netflix documentary about Devo’s wild start in Akron, Ohio, from…
Classic Metal ShowNarcotic Wasteland’s Shredding Fury Returns!
Can extreme metal still shock like the wildest 80s thrash? Dallas Toler-Wade talks Nile, Narcotic Wasteland’s tour, and why the new full-length is coming…
Classic Metal ShowFrom Devo Docs to Ted Bundy & INXS Secrets
Neeley dives into Devo, Chris takes on Ted Bundy, and the guys dig into Genesis’ explosive growth under Phil Collins—plus, Neeley’s surprising family tie to…
Classic Metal ShowWhy Narcotic Wasteland Focuses on Singles!
Dallas Toler-Wade explains why Narcotic Wasteland shifted to singles in today’s music scene! He discusses changing listener habits, the challenges of releasing…
Classic Metal ShowDallas Toller-Wade on Annihilation Wasteland Tour!
Dallas Toler-Wade reveals the epic "Annihilation of the Wasteland" tour, celebrating 20 years of Nile’s Annihilation of the Wicked! He shares why this tour is…
Classic Metal ShowJP Saxe Tour Canceled & Music Trashed On CMS
Neeley and Chris stumble across the story of JP Saxe—a pop artist neither had ever heard of—canceling his tour due to poor ticket sales. While they respect his…
Classic Metal ShowRalf Scheepers (Primal Fear) on "DOMINATION," Mat Sinner & The Band's Resilience
On this interview episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris sits down with the formidable vocalist of Primal Fear, Ralf Scheepers. Their discussion centers on…
Classic Metal ShowMegadeth Retires After One Final Album & Tour!
Metal legends Megadeth are hanging it up after one last album and tour. Neeley and Chris dig into Dave Mustaine’s legacy, his infamous reputation, and whether…
Classic Metal ShowSaxon's Nigel Glockler Unleashes Six By Six Metal Mayhem
Can a Saxon legend redefine prog-metal? Nigel Glockler dishes on Six By Six, his band with Ian Crichton (Saga) and Robert Berry. From riff-heavy anthems to…
Classic Metal ShowMiljenko Matijevic (Steelheart) on "Through the Worlds of Stardust" Re-Release & Creative Control
On this interview episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris sits down with the incomparable Steelheart vocalist Miljenko Matijevic. They discuss the highly…
Classic Metal ShowIron Maiden Rejects The Sphere & $1300 Interview Madness
Iron Maiden says no to The Sphere—proof it’s doomed? Kiss honored by Trump at the Kennedy Honors? And Our Lady Peace wants $1300 for a 10-minute interview!…
Classic Metal ShowTaylor Swift, Plush & Hospital Stories: The CMS Gets Real
From hospital visits to questioning Plush’s future, Neeley & Chris don’t hold back. Why are sports stations babbling about Taylor Swift instead of sports? And…
Classic Metal ShowDavid Ellefson & Drew Fortier: Megadeth, Mayhem & Murder Fiction?
What happens when Megadeth’s David Ellefson and Drew Fortier team up to write a violent crime novel, while still plotting the future of thrash metal? This…
Classic Metal ShowWhat’s Van Halen’s “I’ll Wait” Really About? Neeley & Chris Break It Down
Van Halen’s “I’ll Wait” isn’t just a hit — it’s got a story behind it. Neeley and Chris dig into the meaning before reviewing a live version from David Lee…
Classic Metal ShowMyles Kennedy DESTROYS The Idea Of Playing It Safe
Myles Kennedy (Alter Bridge, Slash feat. Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators) joins us to talk about his new solo release The Ides Of March. Kennedy reveals why…
Classic Metal ShowGWAR's Blothar: The Return Of Gor Gor, Oderus' Legacy & 40 Years Of Chaos
Is Gor Gor still the same monster after exile? Or did Oderus’ death change him forever? Chris Akin dives into the raw madness of GWAR with Blothar The…
Classic Metal ShowDavid Lee Roth’s Latest Performance – A Total Trainwreck?
Yesterday’s David Lee Roth performance was a jaw-dropper… but for all the wrong reasons. Neeley & Chris pull no punches breaking down every painful note. Has…
Classic Metal ShowSitting Down to Rock? Crowbar’s Latest Move Has Fans Asking Questions
Crowbar’s frontman will be performing this tour sitting down — and Chris wants to know: is this just the new reality for metal shows? Are we lowering the bar…
Classic Metal ShowKirk Windstein’s Hilarious T-Shirt Fails: Crowbar’s Cheesy Merch Nightmares!
Think band merch is simple? Kirk Windstein of Crowbar spills the gut-busting truth about designing terrible T-shirts, like Down’s pelican-Mardi Gras flop. Why…
Classic Metal ShowKirk Windstein: Why Crowbar’s Doom Metal Legacy Crushes All!
Is Kirk Windstein the ultimate doom metal godfather? He reveals how Crowbar’s raw sound outlasts lineup changes and inspires new bands, with a nod to Lemmy’s…
Classic Metal ShowKirk Windstein’s Raw ’90s Crowbar Tales: $5 Days, Grimy Vans, No BS!
Could you survive touring on $5 a day? Kirk Windstein of Crowbar spills uncensored, gritty stories of ’90s DIY metal life—filthy vans, shared rooms, and…
Classic Metal ShowCrowbar’s Kirk Windstein To Play Tour in a Chair – The Death of Stage Energy?
Kirk Windstein, frontman of sludge legends Crowbar, has announced he’ll perform the next tour seated because of back problems. Chris HATES the growing “chair…
Classic Metal ShowTom Keifer Finally Writing Again – Cinderella Fans, This Could Get Loud!
Before dropping the big news, Neeley takes fans down Cinderella’s memory lane — the glory, the grit, and the chaos. Now Keifer’s pen is moving again. Is this…
Classic Metal ShowVirulence - How We Recorded a FANTASTIC Death Metal Track!
In this clip, we get the exclusive scoop on the making of the track "Inheriting Ruin" from the EP Necrosis. Virulence drummer Mike Petrak explains that the…
Classic Metal ShowVirulence Drummer Mike Petrak on "NECROSIS," Pandemic Band Building & Vinnie Paul
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... INTERVIEWS, Chris sits down with Mike Petrak, drummer for the burgeoning death metal band Virulence. Petrak delves…
Classic Metal ShowHurricanes Destroyed Our Rehearsal Space!
Get the shocking details behind the scenes of Virulence's new album! Drummer Mike Petrak reveals how a hurricane destroyed their rehearsal space, forcing them…
Classic Metal ShowHoward Stern’s SiriusXM Exit – Is This The Final Curtain Call?
Howard Stern’s long run at SiriusXM is over — his contract won’t be renewed. For those of us who’ve lived through the wild days of uncensored radio, is this…
Classic Metal ShowHoward Stern FIRED From SiriusXM – The Fall of the King of All Media!
The news is in — Howard Stern is DONE at SiriusXM. Neeley and Chris tear into the shocking announcement, breaking down how a man who once ruled the airwaves…
Classic Metal ShowDokken, Sturgis, and Rock ’n Roll Mayhem – Neeley’s Wild Road Trip!
Neeley hits Sturgis with Dokken, and the stories get as loud as the bikes. From backstage chaos to the kind of road tales only a metal lifer can tell — would…
Classic Metal ShowDokken at Sturgis, Comedy Chaos Coming – CMS Goes All In!
Neeley’s trip to Sturgis for a Dokken show took an unexpected turn — and Chris is gearing up for a comedy-packed night with Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson…