Big Talk with Chris and Gregg

Ep. 099 Warrant's classic debut album, "DRFSR" - Review & Reaction! Welcome to the era of big hair, glam metal, and anthemic rock tunes with Warrant's explosive debut album, "Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich." Released in 1989, this album catapulted the Californian quintet into the mainstream spotlight, marking their territory with a perfect blend of catchy hooks, power ballads, and unapologe...

Ep. 098 Dokken' s Classic Album, "Under Lock and Key" - Review and Reaction! Welcome to the hard-hitting world of Dokken with their iconic album "Under Lock and Key." Released in 1985, this masterpiece showcases the band at the height of their prowess, delivering a perfect blend of heavy metal grit and melodic finesse. "Under Lock and Key" is a sonic journey that captures the essence of '80s metal...

Ep. 097 Dokken's Second Album, the Classic "Tooth and Nail" - Review and Reaction! In Ep. 097, Chris and Gregg step into the electrifying world of Dokken with their iconic album, "Tooth and Nail." Released in 1984, this powerhouse record is a quintessential piece of the hair metal and hard rock era, showcasing the band at the height of their musical prowess. Featuring the distinctive vocals of Don...

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In Episode #095 Chris and Gregg take a wild ride through rock 'n' roll history with Motley Crue's iconic debut album, "Too Fast For Love." Released in 1981, this record marked the beginning of a band that would go on to define the glam metal and hair metal movements of the 1980s. In this video, we'll dive deep into the music, the band's history, and the cultural impact of this game-changing album....

On our 3rd annual Halloween episode, Chris and Gregg take Halloween to another level. To lead off the show, the guys box break a Halloween goodie box from Red Vines full of candy, games, and Halloween trinkets. Gregg brings along his Halloween playlist, and the guys give their opinions to tracks by bands such as Grim Reaper, King Diamond, Tiger Army, Misfits, and more! Then its time for movie revi...

In Episode #093 Chris and Gregg look back at Great White's "...Twice Shy" album.  Released in 1989, "...Twice Shy" marked a pivotal moment in Great White's career. This album catapulted the band to new heights, cementing their status as one of the most prominent rock acts of the late '80s and early '90s. So, whether you're a long-time fan of Great White or just discovering their music, prepare to...

In Episode #92, Chris and Gregg give their review of the classic 1989 album by L.A. Guns, "Cocked & Loaded." This iconic release catapulted the band into the stratosphere of the glam metal and hard rock scene. Join us as we dive deep into the tracks that made this album an enduring masterpiece and an essential listen for any rock enthusiast.

In Episode #091 Chris and Gregg look back at Great White's "Once Bitten" album.  Released in 1987, is a timeless classic that embodies the essence of 1980s rock. This iconic record showcases the band's signature bluesy hard rock sound, with powerful vocals by Jack Russell and blazing guitar work by Mark Kendall. Tracks like 'Rock Me' and 'Save Your Love' are anthems of the era, oozing with both pa...

In Episode #090 Chris and Gregg crawl into the gutter, back to the Sunset Sleeze sounds of L.A. Guns' debut album.  Straight off the Sunset Strip, L.A. Guns ruled Hollywood during the late 80's and early 90's.  Headed by original Guns N' Roses lead guitarist Tracii Guns and vocalist Phil Lewis, L.A. Guns were the sound of Sleeze that everyone was looking for.

In Episode #089 Chris and Gregg return to the early 90s, where grunge was gaining mainstream popularity in every corner of America.  Leading the charge was Seattle's own Alice In Chains.  Whether or not you like the way music was changing at the time, Alice In Chains was one of the best to come out of the grunge scene.

In Episode #088 Chris and Gregg change gears a bit and take a listen to the Complete Greatest Hits album by The Cars.  This look back at their musical career covers everything from their 6x platinum Self Titled debut to their final studio album with the original lineup, Door To Door.  Jump on in a take a ride....  You wont be disappointed!!!

In Episode #087 Chris and Gregg take a listen to KISS...  without the makeup!!  Lick It Up & Revenge were two very different albums from the makeup-less era of KISS.  Listen along with the guys as they give there critique and opinions on these 2 classics.  Their opinions may surprise you!

In Episode #086 Chris and Gregg continue their look back at the year 1976.  In this episode, the guys discuss the movies, such as Rocky, Taxi Driver, Silver Streak, and All the Presidents Men.  They talk about the T.V. shows, such as Happy Days, MASH, Charlie's Angels, and Laverne & Shirley.  They close out the episode by disussing the events on 1976.....  Did you know we landed on Mars twice...

In Episode #085 Chris and Gregg take a listen to the music from the year 1976.  Its all here....  Rock, Metal, Disco, Pop and Punk!  AC/DC, Judas Priest, ABBA, Paul McCartney and Wings, and The Sex Pistols!!!  It all gets covered and critiqued, just the way you would expect from The Big Talk Podcast with Chris and Gregg!

In Episode #084 Chris and Gregg listen to the debut albums of two of the lesser known bands of the Hairband/Glam era, Pretty Boy Floyd's "Electric Boys with Electric Toys" & Roxy Blue's "Want Some!"  Discover or re-discover these hidden gems with the guys!

In Episode #083, Chris presents us with his Songs of Summer playlist.  Songs that remind him of summer, are about summer, from his youth and today.  Van Halen, Beach Boys, The Cars, Kid Rock, Journey, Steve Miller Band, Kenny Chesney, DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, plus a whole lot more!!!!!  Listen along with the guys as they work on their tans, tip back some cans, and relive the greatest...

In Episode #082, Gregg presents us with his Songs of Summer playlist.  Songs that remind him of summer, are about summer, from his youth and today.  Journey, The Beatles, Alice Cooper, Eagles, Van Halen, Jane's Addiction, STP, Incubus, and a whole lot more!!!!!  Listen along with the guys as they work on their tans and relive the greatest summer moments of their past!!!!

In Episode #081, Chris and Gregg listen to the two biggest selling albums from rock icons, AC/DC.   First, they listen to the last album to feature Bon Scott as lead singer, Highway To Hell.  Then they listen to the first album to feature Brian Johnson as lead singer, Back In Black.

In Episode #080, Chris and Gregg listen to some of Gregg's favorite live albums!!!  Such a diverse collection of live albums from bands such as:  Kiss, Slipknot, Led Zeppelin, Journey, Pearl Jam, Warrant and more...!!!!!!  So who's list did you like best?  Let us know!!!!!

In Episode #079, Chris and Gregg listen to some of Chris's favorite live albums!!!  Such a diverse collection of live albums from bands such as:  Metallica, AC/DC, U2, The Runaways, Thin Lizzy, and more!!!!  Believe us when we say its all KILLER!!!

In Episode #078, KIX ARE FOR KIDS.....  and Chris and Gregg!!!  KIX  being one of the most underrated bands of the 80's, came out with two of the best albums of the decade, Midnight Dynamite & Blow My Fuse.  Take a ride with the guys as they give you the full on KIX experience!!  

In Episode #077, Chris and Gregg listen to two of the Scorpions' greatest albums, Blackout & Love At First Sting.  The guys cover everything with some stories, factoids, and some great times.  All this from the greatest band to ever come out of Germany!!

In Episode #076, Chris and Gregg listen to Quiet Riots two biggest albums, Metal Health & Condition Critical.  One was the first metal album to top the Billboard album charts, the other.... well, not so much.  The guys give their take on each album, and why such a big drop off.  Get ready Nation, to BANG YOUR HEAD!!!!!!

In Episode #075, Chris and Gregg take a listen to the first two albums that Ronnie James Dio recorded with Black Sabbath, Heaven and Hell & Mob Rules.  Be blown away, just as they are every time they listen to these amazing, and underrated albums!  🤘  🤘  🤘