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 u...

“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, expos...

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 m...

“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...

“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 li...

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. N...

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.com Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/cms Substack: https://cmspn.substack.com Ody...

“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...

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 P...

“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 be...

“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 be...

“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 Jer...

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 behin...

“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 co...

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...

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.com Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/cms Substack: https://cmspn.substack.com Odysee: https://odysee.com/@ClassicMetalShow:a Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! htt...

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 fr...

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, includi...

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 behi...

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...

Is there anything good left in the world? We talk about the shocking Bubbles assault charges and Danny Masterson’s prison struggles. Plus, Neeley and Chris cheer for Sydney Sweeney for shutting down an interviewer who wanted her to apologize for... being white?! You gotta hear this! Get commercial-free versions of our episodes, early releases, and exclusive content by subscribing to our premium pl...

Are you ready to DRINK your favorite new album? 🤯 The Metal Queen of heavy metal shows off her liquid-filled vinyl and talks about her insane drive-in show during the pandemic! This is a must-hear thrash for all rockers. 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://ru...

Is YouTube actively trying to destroy the very people who make them money? The guys are tackling the massive controversy around YouTube seemingly crushing small creators, plus the insane ESPN vs. YouTube TV holdout that’s leaving millions of sports fans in the dark. We’re cutting through the BS and giving you the unfiltered truth about the changing face of streaming. You won’t believe the drama Ch...

Is YouTube actively trying to destroy the very people who make them money? The guys are tackling the massive controversy around YouTube seemingly crushing small creators, plus the insane ESPN vs. YouTube TV holdout that’s leaving millions of sports fans in the dark. We’re cutting through the BS and giving you the unfiltered truth about the changing face of streaming. You won’t believe the drama Ch...

On this highlight, Biohazard guitarist Billy Graziadei talks about how the underground scene is more than just music; it’s where a lot of people find belonging in life. Want the full episode from this clip? Visit any of our video platforms: Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/cms Substack: https://cmspn.substack.com Odysee: https://odysee.com/@ClassicMetalShow:...