Decibel Geek Podcast

In this episode, you’ll hear hard rock, glam, and metal bands absolutely duke it out, both with rival bands and with themselves. We dig into legendary external feuds like Guns N' Roses vs Mötley Crüe, where Axl Rose publicly challenged Vince Neil to a fistfight, and Metallica vs Winger, highlighted by Lars Ulrich literally throwing darts at a Winger poster. We also cover industry power struggles l...

This edition of the DBG Times covers a wide range of rock and metal history, along with notable Rockstar Deathdays honoring Phil Lynott, Neil Peart, Steve Clark, Eddie Clarke, Sylvain Sylvain, and John Sykes. Looking back 10 years to 2016, the show revisits releases from Black Sabbath and Megadeth, including Sabbath’s final studio-era material and Megadeth’s well-received return to a heavier, more...

We're back to cover all the latest, greatest, and stupidest rock news out there with Geekwire! Here's what's on our minds this time: Peter Criss responds publicly to Gene Simmons over recent “Beth” songwriting comments, calling Gene’s statements ridiculous and uncalled for. Rikki Rockett says Poison’s 2026 tour plans were scrapped after Bret Michaels allegedly pushed for a larger share of the mone...

Chris &Aaron are back to kick off 2026 by looking back at the Best of 2025! Chris is bringing 10 great picks from artists such as Alice Cooper, Mammoth, The Hellacopters, Wings of Steel, Southern River Band, The Darkness, Wanted, The Wildhearts, and more! Aaron is countering 10 killer choices of his own including tracks by Enuff Z’Nuff, Peter Criss, Bonfire, Madhouse, Bat, Cheap Trick, Savage Mast...

This week on Geekwire, Vinnie Vincent fires back at complaints about his high-priced music offerings, telling critics to “grow the f— up.” John Bush takes his Anthrax Celebration show to St. Charles, Illinois, spotlighting his era with the band. The original BulletBoys lineup returns to the stage together for the first time in four years. Peter Criss appears at Rough Trade in New York City to sign...

We're back with a brand new issue of the DBG Times, covering the past present, and future of rock! ROCKSTAR DEATHDAYSThis issue pauses to remember some of rock’s most significant losses, honoring the legacies of John Lennon, Dimebag Darrell, Lemmy, Scott Weiland, Ray Gillen, Tommy Bolin, and Leslie West — artists whose music continues to echo through every corner of the genre. ALBUM ANNIVERSARIESW...

This week on the Decibel Geek Podcast, Chris is hosting solo, leaning into a music-forward episode that features killer instrumentals; No Singer No Problem. This is NOT a shredder's episode; instead he's pulling from from across classic rock, hard rock, metal, and modern instrumental territory. Before diving in, Chris takes a moment to pay tribute to our late friend and former Decibel Geek staff m...

This edition of the DBG Times looks back on the losses that shaped the rock world in the month of November, remembering Corey Smoot, Chuck Mosley, Malcolm Young, Kevin DuBrow, Hank Von Hell, Eric Carr, Freddie Mercury, George Harrison, and Tom Higgins (Klassik 78).  We also revisit a wide spread of album anniversaries, from Crazy World by Scorpions and Heartbreak Station by Cinderella to Under Loc...

We're back to discuss all the latest, greatest, and weirdest rock news on Geekwire! In today’s episode, we’ve got some big rock news coming your way. First up, legends LYNYRD SKYNYRD and FOREIGNER have just announced their Double Trouble Double Vision tour for summer 2026, which is set to be a massive one. However, it’s worth noting that neither band will feature any original members—we share our...

We couldn't help but release a Torpedo Dudes episode to cover all the KISS news coming from the recent Vegas weekend and there's a lot to cover! We cover the major headlines around KISS this week: their tribute to Ace during the first unmasked show (and our thoughts on its delivery), Bruce Kulick joining them (sorta) during the electric set, Paul Stanley teasing new KISS music (but, for what?), th...

This week we’re handing the keys to the listeners and answering your questions from across the Decibel Geek Facebook page, Community Group, and Instagram. Music talk, wild hypotheticals, behind-the-scenes stories, podcast history,—if you asked it, we tackled it. We also spotlight this week’s Geeks of the Week, the supporters who keep the show rolling with shares, likes, and conversation across the...

This week’s episode looks back at key moments in rock history and highlights new releases making noise right now. We mark Rockstar Deathdays for greats like Eddie Van Halen, Jan Kuehnemunde, Glen Buxton, Ronnie Van Zandt, Steve and Cassie Gaines, Shannon Hoon, Paul Di’Anno, Ricky Parent, Mark (Marcie) Free, and Ace Frehley. Album Anniversaries span five decades of milestones — from W.A.S.P.’s Golg...

This week, Geekwire reports on how the rock world keeps spinning with big news, heavy losses, and a few surprises. Ace Frehley’s longtime manager reveals the final resting place of the Spaceman Peter Criss teases something spooky (and loud) for Halloween Frank Bello says the new Anthrax album is this close — and the band’s starving for it Volbeat racks up another Billboard record John 5 shares how...

This week, we release an episode we’ve dreaded making — but knew we had to. Last week, we lost Ace Frehley. A giant part of our childhoods, and of rock ‘n’ roll itself, is gone. The songs, the solos, the character, the swagger — the guitar pyrotechnics — have all gone the way of Jendell. In this episode, we share our thoughts on Ace’s passing, his legacy, his place in our collective consciousness,...

We're back with a brand new edition of Fresh Blood, turning up the volume on some of the best new rock and metal you need to hear. Before the tunes kick in, we revisit the listener feedback from last week’s Geekwire, where the Yungblud discussion got fans fired up and sparked some interesting points. This week also features a special promo for the brand new podcast Pop Sickos, hosted by Chris’ bro...

Warning: you might need a drink (or three) to keep up with us this week as things get silly. Grab your favorite beverage and try to follow along as we tackle all the latest rock chaos: Sammy Hagar takes accountability and causes a stunning admission from Aaron. Jon Bon Jovi’s Nashville bar hits the market. This House is Not for Sale; but, the business is. Def Leppard finally get their star on the...

This week, host Aaron Camaro flies solo without Chris to deliver the past, present, and future of rock right to your ears! We take time to honor and celebrate the memory of our good friend, Rockin’ Ron Runyon, a true member of the Decibel Geek family whose passion for rock and roll left a lasting impact. Looking back on some of the greats we’ve loved and lost, including: Jimi Hendrix John Bonham M...

The game show that goes to eleven is back—this time straight from Chris’ backyard! Joining Chris and Aaron for this special Backyard BBQ Edition of Beat the Geek are: Nate (the unmistakable voice of the Decibel Geek intro) Christine Blackie (no, not that one) With good friends, good food, and three rounds of rock ‘n’ roll trivia, the competition got heated fast. Who rose to the challenge? Who flam...

We're back to celebrate the past, present, and future of rock with a new edition of the Decibel Geek Times! Aaron Camaro has curated a thorough list of the notable rock world losses, memorable album anniversaries, and some upcoming music to get excited about. In this episode, we’re paying tribute to legends like Steve Grimmett, Elvis Presley, Frankie Banali, and Stevie Ray Vaughan, while also mark...

This week on Geekwire we’ve got a stack of rock and metal headlines you don’t want to miss: TRIXTER is back in the studio working on a new album of “kick-a** rock and roll music.” BON JOVI drops a revamped Forever featuring Bruce Springsteen, Joe Elliott, Jelly Roll, and more. GIBSON FILMS set to release Tony Iommi: The Godfather of Heavy Metal limited series this fall. ROB HALFORD reflects on Jud...

This week, Chris and Aaron take a look at some of the most memorable moments when rock and metal met the movies and it's impact on them. From cult horror flicks and underground oddities to big-budget blockbusters, the guys share their favorite soundtrack cuts and the stories behind them. Chris’ list includes tracks from Dio, Ozzy with Type O Negative, Pretty Maids, Sorcery, and more, while Aaron h...

We're back to time travel through rock history with another issue of the Decibel Geek Times. In this edition, we pay tribute to several rock legends on their deathdays, honoring the lasting impact of Dick Wagner, Jack Russell, Eric Wagner, Les Paul, Dave Williams, and Pete Way.  We also celebrate a wide range of album anniversaries spanning 15 to 40 years. From Iron Maiden’s The Final Frontier — t...

We're back for a brand spanking new episode of Geekwire! Here's what we're chewing on this time: John Bush on why now is the time to celebrate his era of Anthrax Lars Ulrich teases possible Metallica Sphere residency after 2026 tour Metallica to play intimate club show for SiriusXM’s “Maximum Metallica” launch System of a Down’s Daron Malakian says replacing Serj Tankian isn’t happening Paul Stanl...

We're back with a new edition of an old favorite as we go On Assignment to review Sammy Hagar's 'I Never Said Goodbye.' Yes, you read that right. The goal of On Assignment is to have a friend pick an album for us to review. After a long run of defending Sammy Hagar's honor on the Decibel Geek podcast Facebook page, loyal listener Troy Maturin put us to the test by assigning his favorite Sammy Haga...

We're back this week to reflect on the monumental loss of heavy metal icon Ozzy Osbourne. Less than two weeks after his triumphant Back to the Beginning concert, Ozzy has left this Earth. In this episode, we share our personal stories as fans of Ozzy and Black Sabbath—memories of his word-of-mouth legend in the ‘80s, his rise to superstardom in the ‘90s, his mainstream breakthrough through reality...