Classic Metal Show

One of the strangest interviews we’ve ever done somehow gets even stranger when former Megadeth guitarist Jeff Young spends the conversation paying more attention to a chameleon than the questions.GET YOUR CMS MERCH AT OUR ONLINE STORE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/Then we dive into Kirk Hammett’s Taylor Swift shirt, the Swiftie backlash, the ridiculous “karma” narrative after his onstage fall, and why today’s music industry simply doesn’t create the next Metallica anymore.It’s another completely unpredictable episode of The Classic Metal Show. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Jeff Young had every opportunity to fuel the reunion rumors.Instead, he went somewhere almost nobody expected.GET KINGS OF THRASH’s BEST OF THE WEST : LIVE AT THE WHISKY A GOGO on Vinyl: https://amzn.to/4eDBKyXFrom Kings of Thrash accidentally becoming a worldwide touring act to explaining why he isn’t chasing Megadeth’s farewell tour, Jeff’s perspective may surprise longtime fans.He also shares the story behind “Bullets Ready,” written around unreleased Nick Menza drum performances, and explains why his future may be far bigger than thrash metal.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comDo you think Jeff should appear during Megadeth’s final shows?Or has Kings of Thrash already become the proper celebration?Tell us below. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Bob Nalbandian thought he had a monumental, life-altering story to share on the air this week. He genuinely believed this encounter was going to blow everyone away. Instead, he walked right into a buzzsaw of immediate skepticism, logic gaps, and an absolute trainwreck of a derailment involving Dale Bozzio’s cats. This is exactly what happens when the narrative falls apart in real-time.CMS MERCH IS THE BEST! REPRESENT BY GETTING SOME HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/If you’re watching this here, you’re looking at the scraps. The full, uncensored episode, the exclusive third segment, and early access interviews live on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The guys dive into one of the week’s biggest sports controversies as San Francisco Giants executive Buster Posey refuses to let reporters drag him into another political media circus. Instead of taking the bait, he sticks to baseball... and that only makes the press push harder.From there the conversation expands into a bigger question: when did sports stop being about the games themselves?Later, Chris and Neely switch gears into metal, asking the question King Diamond fans have been asking for years: where is the new album? They’ve been hearing about it forever, but there’s still nothing to show for it. Has streaming killed anticipation for new releases? Is there even such a thing as an “album event” anymore?Unfiltered opinions, sarcasm, classic CMS banter, and plenty of laughs.Become a CMS VIP for early, uncensored episodes:classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Let’s be honest about what’s actually happening here. When a young, heavy band from Kentucky leaves the practice house on the farm and moves into a high-end Nashville studio, the music changes. Some call it growth. Others smell a sellout. John Fred Young breaks down the exact moment the production shifted—and why the old way wasn’t going to last.GREAT PRICE ON THE GREEN VINYL VERSION OF BLACK STONE CHERRY’S FOLKLORE AND SUPERSTITION: https://amzn.to/4vRX3EmIf you’re watching this here, you’re looking at the scraps. The full, uncensored episode, the exclusive third segment, and early access interviews live on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comGET ALL YOUR CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Chris Akin and Neeley kick the show off exactly the way longtime CMS fans expect... by wandering into places nobody saw coming.It starts with Netflix documentaries and quickly turns into serial killers, the BTK confession, social media, the McKenzie Shirilla case, Yellowstone, Dutton Ranch, AEW vs. WWE, Saudi Arabia’s wrestling influence, Jim Florentine, and an actual neighborhood explosion that happened near Chris.One conversation somehow covers true crime, television, wrestling, exploding houses and why modern entertainment keeps getting shorter.Segments include:* Netflix documentary recommendations* The McKenzie Shirilla rabbit hole* Why social media may have changed true crime forever* BTK and infamous serial killer confessions* Yellowstone / Dutton Ranch discussion* WWE vs AEW in 2026* Saudi Arabia and the wrestling business* Jim Florentine’s “Big Boom” joke becomes reality* Judas Priest closes the segmentBecome a CMS VIP and get the complete experience, commercial free, plus exclusive shows every week.Join here:https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

For years fans kept asking the same question.Would Zinny Zan and Harry Cody ever work together again?ZAN / CODY - BEAUTIFUL AND DAMNED IS AVAILABLE ON VINYL AT A KILLER PRICE HERE: https://amzn.to/4oMPZ9fNow they finally have.But instead of giving fans what they expected, they went in a completely different direction.And that decision may end up creating even more debate than a reunion ever would.HERE’S THE BEST PLACE TO GET YOUR CMS MERCH: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comWhat do you think?Should artists revisit the past?Or should they keep moving forward? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Bobby Blotzer spent a year telling anyone who would listen that he owned the Ratt empire. Then a judge looked at the original 1985 paperwork and realized nobody ever closed the door properly. Now the classic lineup is back, Blotzer is out, and the financial fallout is going to leave a massive scar. Let's talk about the millions of dollars someone forgot to secure.GET ALL YOUR CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/If you’re watching this here, you’re looking at the scraps. The full, uncensored episode, the exclusive third segment, and early access interviews live on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Nothing seems to satisfy people anymore.First the videos are too short.SHOP NOW ON THE CMS MERCH STORE! https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/Then they’re too long.So what actually changed?If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comIn this episode we talk about:* YouTube hate culture* Why creators can’t please everyone* Phil Lewis backlash* Elvis documentaries* The disturbing Maternal Instinct documentary* Why loyal communities matter more than algorithmsThe public clip barely scratches the surface. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The mainstream suits think they can drop a lazy top ten list and everyone will just nod along. They gave a pass to the actual career-killing disasters just to take cheap shots at experimental eras that actually had some teeth.If you’re watching this here, you’re looking at the scraps.The full, uncensored episode, the exclusive third segment, and early access interviews live on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The first new AC/DC track in eight years is finally here, but the corporate rollout is already splitting the fanbase down the middle. While the production on “Rock ‘N’ Roll Train” sounds massive and Brian Johnson’s voice seems magically restored, you can’t ignore where you have to go to actually buy the physical CD. Locking a legendary rock return behind a corporate retail monopoly changes the entire vibe. Is it a brilliant business move, or did the biggest rock band on earth just sell out their distribution to the highest bidder?GET AC/DC’S BLACK ICE HERE ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/3R2liAHIf you’re watching this here, you’re looking at the scraps.GET ALL THE BEST CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/The full, uncensored episode, the exclusive third segment, and early access interviews live on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The official story sounded simple.Mick Mars stepped away from touring.HELL YEAH! GREAT PRICE FOR CRUCIAL CRUE ON VINYL!! https://amzn.to/4uvaetnBut the rumors surrounding what happened next have only created more questions.Did Mick really leave on his own?Was there a bigger disagreement happening behind the scenes?And if Vince Neil was allegedly part of the conflict... why is Vince still in the band?Fans aren’t agreeing on this one.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThe public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#MotleyCrue #MickMars #VinceNeil #John5 #ClassicMetalShow This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

For years the public story was simple.Tim Gaines left Stryper and everyone moved on.GET STRYPER’S THE GREATEST GIFT OF ALL AT A GREAT PRICE FOR VINYL: https://amzn.to/4xti2PdBut now the band is finally speaking openly about what allegedly happened behind the scenes—and fans aren’t sure what to believe.Was this really about divorce?Was it about behavior?Or is there still a major piece of the story missing?If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThe public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#Stryper #MichaelSweet #TimGaines #ClassicMetalShow #HeavyMetal This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Eddie Trunk finally hit his breaking point with Gene Simmons, and it is a glorious, shrill disaster. Gene did his usual routine—complaining about file-sharing from a decade ago to justify why he won't put out a new record—and Eddie completely lost his composure on live radio. We break down the exact moment Eddie realized he's totally irrelevant to the Kiss camp, plus the embarrassing moment a caller "stumped" Eddie with a piece of Van Halen trivia that literally everyone else has known since 2001.CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR CMS MERCH: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/If you’re watching this here, you’re looking at the scraps. The full, uncensored episode, the exclusive third segment, and early access interviews live on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

A routine lunch stop turned into a viral standoff when a customer decided to film her exit over a song playing on the loudspeaker. Plus, a disastrous road trip breakdown that resulted in a professional pyrotechnician’s car melting down at a truck stop.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThe public version is heavily edited. For the raw, unedited commentary on how ridiculous things have gotten, join the inner circle on Locals. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

It feels like common sense is completely dead. Multiple operators look a person right in the face, help them prep for a massive risk, and completely fail at the only job they actually had. It makes you wonder what’s really happening behind the scenes of these sketchy, underground setups.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full, uncensored episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThe public clip barely scratches the surface of what went down. We dive into the legal fallout, the wild west of unregulated industries, and the side of social media people don’t want to talk about. The real discussion happened on Locals. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Something unexpected is happening with this new best-of release...There’s a lot of buzz surrounding the upcoming Night Ranger release, BEST OF NIGHT RANGER, and it’s creating a really great debate among the fans. A lot of people aren’t sure what to make of a career-spanning collection that leans so heavily into the band’s recent history, but the reaction has taken a surprisingly positive turn.Instead of just looking backward, listeners are discovering that the energy this band has kept alive in the studio over the last 15 years is the real deal. Keyboardist Eric Levy opens up about stepping into a legendary legacy and finding a way to keep the music moving forward without losing that classic arena rock soul. Some fans think this era might actually rival their biggest years, while others are just starting to realize how much great music they’ve missed out on.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comCasual fans skip this. Real fans don’t.Night Ranger - Somewhere In California (Audio CD): https://amzn.to/4vs6datNight Ranger - High Road: https://amzn.to/4eHxgYiHosa Technology 1/4” Balanced TRS Cable (Premium Studio Patch Cable): https://amzn.to/43O3KuZOfficial CMS Coffee Cup: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/listing/cms-coffee-mug?product=1565&variation=104921The Keyboardist’s Guide to Vintage Analog Synths: https://amzn.to/4eYGfp8As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Everyone loves blaming grunge for the death of hair metal.Maybe that’s the easy answer.But after digging through bands like Arcade, Pretty Boy Floyd, FireHouse, Alias, Trixter, Giant, L.A. Guns, Dokken, Stephen Pearcy’s solo projects and dozens more......a different picture starts to emerge.Were record labels simply signing anything with teased hair?PRETTY STRONG PRICE ON THE DOKKEN BOX SET ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/4vGlPXYDid the scene become so saturated that fans finally walked away?Why did bands like Arcade sound fresh while countless others felt like carbon copies?Chris and Neeley dive into one of the biggest debates in hard rock history—and they don’t always agree.▶ Become a CMS VIP on Locals for exclusive shows you won’t find on YouTube.▶ Subscribe for new episodes every week.▶ Visit THE CMS NETWORK for more rock and metal commentary.#HairMetal #Grunge #StephenPearcy #Arcade #LAGuns #Dokken #Ratt #RockHistory #CMSNetwork This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Angus Young is officially the last man standing in AC/DC, and rock fans are heavily divided over what happens next. Is it time to finally bury the iconic name, or can a legendary brand keep selling out arenas with an entirely replaced lineup? The reality of modern rock touring might surprise you.GET THE AC/DC BACKTRACKS BOX SET HERE: https://amzn.to/4vp6lqFIf you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

If you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full uncensored episode, the legendary exclusive third segment, and early access to industry interviews are already waiting for you on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comWe need to talk about why some of the biggest names in classic rock and metal just don’t hit the way the industry says they should—and why fans are fiercely divided over it. But there’s a much bigger corporate storm brewing. With Fox finalizing a massive $22 billion acquisition of Roku, the entire independent streaming landscape is about to shift permanently. Are media giants about to completely ruin the user experience, or is this just the inevitable next step in the streaming wars?Let’s not pretend everything stays pure once a corporation gets its hands on it. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Nine years is a long time to disappear.Now Masterplan is back with a new album, but Roland Grapow’s comments may have raised even more questions than answers.GREAT DEAL ON MASTERPLAN’S METALMORPHOSIS ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4uHE92DIs this a comeback... or something else?If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comIn this conversation, Roland discusses:- Why Masterplan disappeared- The changing music business- Streaming versus album sales- Retirement- Aging rock stars- His relationship with former bandmates- The future of MasterplanSome fans see a fresh beginning.Others think this sounds more like a final chapter.What do you think?#Masterplan #RolandGrapow #MetalMorphosis #PowerMetal #Helloween This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Mötley Crüe is trending after an unedited performance of “Dr. Feelgood” from Sweden Rock Festival sparked a heated debate online. Fans are split over Vince Neil’s timing, missed cues, and whether backing tracks have become too noticeable—or whether critics have simply made Vince an easy target.GREAT PRICE ON THE VINYL VERSION OF CRUCIAL CRUE: https://amzn.to/4g84a6IIn this episode, we break down the debate, the expectations placed on legacy bands, and why every cellphone video now becomes part of a band’s reputation.What’s your take? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Peacock’s The TikTok Murders takes a look at a massive modern problem, but it might leave you looking at the entire social media landscape a little differently. Neeley and Chris break down the chilling details and dive into the deeper, darker trend of documentable internet fame.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Something is seriously off with the way classic rock bands handle their lead singers. First, Terry Ilous gets dumped via email, and then Jack Russell swoops in on LinkedIn to form a “fired singers club.” But is it genuine sympathy, or the ultimate passive-aggressive industry flex? Plus, we listen to the debut live audio of Great White’s newest frontman, Mitch Malloy, and things get incredibly awkward.GREAT PRICE ON GREAT WHITE’S ONCE BITTEN RELEASE: https://amzn.to/4wfu7WCIf you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Something feels incredibly off about the direction culture is heading, and the public is only getting the sanitized version. From Fox quietly swallowing up Roku for $22 billion to the chilling, desperate reality exposed in The TikTok Murders, the media landscape is shifting in a way that should make everyone deeply uncomfortable. Why do the biggest rock bands pushed by the industry suddenly feel completely hollow? And why does it feel like basic common sense has completely vanished from public life—whether it’s an aggressive viral restaurant standoff or an underground operation that ends with a vehicle melting down at a truck stop?If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

What started as a documentary project became something far more personal.GET CHICAGO’S THE CHICAGO STORY: THEIR GREATEST HITS - https://amzn.to/43ZzwVMMichelle Kath joined The Classic Metal Show to discuss her years-long journey to tell the story of her father, legendary Chicago guitarist Terry Kath. Along the way she discovered new stories, hidden footage, handwritten lyrics, and a mystery that still remains unsolved.But the biggest surprise may be what she learned about her father after spending years interviewing the people who knew him best.And not everybody agrees on what Terry Kath’s legacy should be today.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.com#TerryKath #ChicagoBand #ClassicRock #RockHistory #Chicago #MusicDocumentary #ClassicMetalShow This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Did Eddie Trunk genuinely misunderstand Steel Panther’s audience...Or does he simply dislike what Steel Panther represents?That’s where the real debate starts.A simple caller asked Eddie Trunk about Steel Panther.What happened next raised a lot of questions.WE DIDN’T EVEN KNOW THERE WAS VINYL FOR STEEL PANTHER’S FEEL THE STEEL! GET IT BEFORE IT’S GONE! https://amzn.to/4em1LmsBecause the more Eddie explained his position, the more divided fans became.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comSome fans think Eddie is defending the legacy of 80s metal.STEEL PANTHER’S ON THE PROWL COSTS HOW LITTLE? LET ME SEE THAT! https://amzn.to/443SoTyOthers think he’s completely missing the joke.And once the possibility emerged that Satchel himself was the caller, the discussion went in a direction nobody expected.The public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#SteelPanther #EddieTrunk #ClassicMetalShow #HeavyMetal #HairMetal This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Bill Peters went to Germany expecting to witness a legendary Judas Priest performance.Instead, he came back with a completely different story.KILLER PRICE FOR PRIEST’S ANGEL OF RETRIBUTION HERE: https://amzn.to/4ejbPMOAnd not every fan is going to agree with what he had to say.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comBill Peters joined The Classic Metal Show after returning from the Bang Your Head Festival and delivered a review of Judas Priest that immediately sparked debate among metal fans. While some agreed with his assessment, others felt he went way too far.GREAT PRICE ON THE GERMAN IMPORTED SAXON STRONG ARM METAL (GREATEST HITS) ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/4vIQy6qWas Priest really struggling?Or are fans refusing to accept what time eventually does to every legendary band?The public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#JudasPriest #RobHalford #ClassicMetalShow #HeavyMetal #Saxon This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Bill Leverty wasn’t trying to make headlines.But some of what he revealed about touring, promoters, record sales, and the reality of surviving as a rock musician still raises questions today.GET BILL LEVERTY’S WANDERLUST RELEASE HERE: https://amzn.to/4ecAJh7And the deeper you listen, the more relevant it sounds.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comIn this discussion:- The making of Deep South- Why Firehouse stopped traditional touring- The reality of fly-in weekend shows- Promoter horror stories- The collapse of record sales- Rocklahoma and the festival boom- How technology changed recording foreverThe public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#Firehouse #BillLeverty #ClassicMetalShow #HairMetal #Rocklahoma This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

For years, fans wanted Vinnie Vincent back.Now some of the very people who helped make that happen say everything changed at the last minute.GET VINNIE VINCENT INVASION’S ALL SYSTEMS GO ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4uWF9yWWas this simply business...or something much bigger?If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comIn this episode we discuss:- the Rock N Pod controversy- what organizers claim happened- why fans are divided- whether business and fandom should mix- and why this story may have bigger consequences than one canceled appearance.Tell us what YOU think in the comments.Was this just business?Or did Vinnie Vincent damage his own comeback?#VinnieVincent #KISS #RockNPod #ClassicMetalShow #ClassicRock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Def Leppard may have done something a lot of fans thought was impossible.A new song sparked a reaction nobody expected.And somehow that conversation led directly into a bizarre influencer scandal that raised even more questions.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comMost people will focus on the music.The bigger story might be what all of these topics reveal about authenticity, success, and how quickly public perception can change.The public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Tim King thought Embryonic Autopsy would be a side project.GREAT PRICE ON EMBRYONIC AUTOPSY’S RISE OF THE MUTATED HERE: https://amzn.to/4dXxryjInstead, it turned into a three-album storyline involving alien hybrids, horror themes, death metal legends, and some of the heaviest music he’s ever recorded.But that’s not the part fans are debating.The real question is why he keeps pushing the concept further.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comIn this interview Tim discusses:- Rise Of The Mutated- The completed trilogy story- James Murphy and Terrance Hobbs contributions- Death metal vs horror movies- The surprising inspiration behind the vocals- Balancing Soil, management, and extreme musicThe public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#EmbryonicAutopsy #TimKing #DeathMetal #ChrisAkinPresents #CMSNetwork This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Something happened during this LA Guns performance that longtime fans immediately noticed.Not everybody agrees on what it means.And the more you watch it, the more questions it raises.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comIn this episode:* Phil Lewis debuts a look that has fans talking* Is LA Guns changing or simply evolving?* George Lynch claims Air Supply was harder than expected* Why some fans support these changes* Why others aren’t buying itThe public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#LAGuns #PhilLewis #GeorgeLynch #ClassicMetalShow #HardRock This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Most box sets signal the end.This one might be doing the exact opposite.GET THE AUTOGRAPHED MANRAZE POSTER HERE: https://amzn.to/4fNgZD8Phil Collen and Simon Laffy revealed far more than fans expected, and some of what they said raises bigger questions than answers.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comDuring this conversation, Phil discusses:- Why MANRAZE isn’t finished- New music currently being developed- Potential future live performances- Rediscovering forgotten recordings- The challenge of scheduling around Def Leppard- The surprising story behind “Pour Some Sugar On Me”The public clip barely scratches the surface.VIP members already got the deeper discussion.Join the real conversation on Locals.#Manraze #PhilCollen #DefLeppard #ClassicMetalShow This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

A guy sneaks chicken nuggets onto a roller coaster.A UFC fighter shows up publicly looking completely hammered.A prison documentary takes a turn nobody expected.And somehow that still wasn’t the strangest part of this discussion.Something about all of this feels connected.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThe public clip barely scratches the surface.VIP members already saw the uncensored discussion and the segment that couldn’t be posted publicly.The real conversation happened on Locals. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

We’ve all seen artists age, and we know live vocals change over a multi-decade career. But what happens when a legendary rock frontman stops even attempting to sing the words to his biggest hits?A recently surfaced clip of Vince Neil performing live in New Zealand has completely divided fans. On one hand, you have people who are genuinely appalled by the lack of effort, pointing out that paying stadium-level prices for incoherent noises feels like a total rip-off. On the other hand, some claim it’s just part of the classic rock package at this stage in the game.But the real debate isn’t just about a bad night on stage. It’s about the industry economics keeping it alive. When a solo artist can pull in an estimated $80,000 a night from casinos and festivals while putting zero preparation into the performance, it raises a massive question about what we are actually paying for. Are we supporting the music, or are we just funding a machine that doesn’t care about the audience?If you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Something changed this week.Not just with David Lee Roth.Not just with Steven Piercy’s band.Something bigger may be happening with fans themselves.The public conversation is one thing.What happened backstage is another.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThis episode covers:Steven Piercy’s current lineupJoel Hoekstra’s impactDavid Lee Roth’s canceled showFan reactionsThe upcoming CMS bookCMS 30th Anniversary plansThe business side nobody seesThe public clip barely scratches the surface. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

George Lynch may have just crossed into Air Supply territory... and somehow it might be one of the most metal things he’s ever done. On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris break down Lynch’s unexpected musical direction and why it may not be as crazy as it sounds.The guys also dive into the latest posthumous John Sykes release and the controversy that refuses to die. Is the music finally speaking for itself, or are the questions surrounding the release becoming the bigger story?Plus, Def Leppard continues their Las Vegas dominance, raising a question that would have seemed impossible years ago: are they actually better now than they were during their peak years? Chris and Neeley examine the evidence.Also on tap:🔥 Joe Holmes accomplishes something most former Ozzy Osbourne guitarists never managed to do.🔥 Sepultura announces the final show of their legendary career.🔥 HelloFresh ignites internet outrage with a Pride Month campaign that sparked intense online debate.🔥 The latest hard rock and metal news, commentary, and completely unfiltered opinions.If you love hard rock, heavy metal, and honest discussion without the corporate filter, you’re in the right place.#GeorgeLynch #JohnSykes #DefLeppard #JoeHolmes #Sepultura #HelloFresh #ClassicMetalShow #CMSLive #HardRock #HeavyMetal #RockNews #MetalNews #OzzyOsbourne #LasVegas #MetalPodcastSubscribe to THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW for weekly hard rock and heavy metal news, interviews, commentary, and uncensored discussion.🎸 Rumble: https://www.rumble.com/c/cms🎸 Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com🎸 Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music & moreTHE CLASSIC METAL SHOW — THE BEST, THE WORST, THE UNFILTERED. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

What happens when one vocalist publicly suggests another band’s success came from money and connections?GET BENEDICTUM’S THEATER OF TRAGEDY HERE: https://amzn.to/4xhnwMLThat’s exactly what happened when comments about Benedictum, Jeff Pilson, and industry support were brought directly to Veronica Freeman.Her response surprised a lot of people.Some fans thought she should have fired back harder.Others think she handled it perfectly.Either way, the conversation raised more questions than answers.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThe public clip barely scratches the surface.The real discussion happened on Locals.#Benedictum #VeronicaFreeman #ClassicMetalShow This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The public clip barely scratches the surface of what actually goes down when the cameras stop rolling. We love the songs that defined an era, but what happens when meeting your rock ‘n’ roll idols completely ruins the magic? Fans seem deeply split over how much bad behavior we should tolerate just because someone wrote a few hits.POISON’S FLESH & BLOOD ON VINYL IS HARD TO COME BY, BUT IT’S HERE: https://amzn.to/4ahtnrvIf you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.comFrom multi-platinum hair metal icons pulling diva stunts backstage to legendary guitar gods showing unexpected class, the real discussion happened on Locals. The public version is just a tease—get the uncensored, full experience inside our VIP community. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

AC/DC is finally back with a massive 15-track album and a stadium tour, but the way they’re selling it has left a lot of purists incredibly uncomfortable. By locking down an exclusive deal with Walmart, the world’s biggest rock band might have just traded their gritty identity for corporate convenience. The guys break down whether this strategy is brilliant marketing or an absolute betrayal of the genre’s roots.PUT THAT AC/DC BLACK ICE VINYL ON YOUR WALL TODAY! GREAT PRICE! https://amzn.to/4uoU591If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The music industry has been feeding fans polished lies for decades, but one underground metal legend just pulled back the curtain. When Anvil finally got their moment in the mainstream spotlight, they didn’t bring the usual corporate hype—they brought the uncomfortable reality of the underground grind.GET ANVIL’S THE STORY OF ANVIL ON HARDCOVER: https://amzn.to/43ivzeAIf you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comIs the mainstream finally tired of the corporate music narrative, or is this just another temporary trend? Lipps breaks down why the band’s legendary struggles became their biggest asset and why real authenticity can’t be bought. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

A routine traffic stop quickly escalates into total chaos when a driver decides the side of the highway is the perfect place to argue law with state troopers. What starts as a simple refusal to exit the vehicle spirals into a high-speed pursuit, wrecked police cruisers, and a desperate attempt to swallow the evidence. Fans are completely torn over how this takedown was handled, with many wondering if the escalation could have been avoided entirely.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Let’s cut through the absolute horse shit that has completely paralyzed the modern hard rock community. For the last three decades, the entire genre has been held hostage by a bunch of “old heads” who stopped evolving the exact second Nirvana dropped “Smells Like Teen Spirit.” They want their favorite bands locked in a permanent, pathetic 1989 time capsule, rehashing the same three guitar hooks and hairspray anthems just so they can feel like welcome, nostalgic houseguests at festivals like M3.GET SPREAD EAGLE’S THE BRUTAL DIVINE HERE: https://amzn.to/4wUMZLTSpread Eagle is openly spitting in the face of that corporate, sanitized nostalgia machine.With their brand new record The Brutal Divine, vocalist Ray West and bassist Rob DeLuca aren’t chasing the safe, predictable cash of the past. They are dropping a slab of modern, raw, metal-punk-infused adrenaline that actually reflects the universal, grinding madness of the real world we live in today. They aren’t trying to sell you a fictional story about dragons, and they certainly aren’t trying to write a calculated, focus-grouped radio hit. They’re writing about the absolute clown show of modern culture, from gullible, uninformed herds to the everyday street level grind. It’s old school pedigree armed with unapologetic new school sensibilities. If you’re looking for another safe, corporate Motley Crue clone, you’re looking in the wrong place. This is pure, untamed, hundred-percent-live substance. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The school system went completely off the rails over a yearbook quote, and nobody can tell if it’s a setup or sheer panic. Plus, the entertainment pipeline has officially shifted from high-end premium dramas to selling foot pics on reality TV. A lot of fans aren’t sure what to make of how cheap things have gotten.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Hardcore was built on unity. So why do so many fans feel disconnected from the scene now?This conversation with Silence Equals Death turned into something much bigger than a simple album interview.GREAT DEAL ON FROM THE ASHES FROM SILENCE EQUALS DEATH ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/3PC97dbFrankie DeAngelis joined Chris Akin Presents to talk about:- modern hardcore becoming political- why fans are split right now- bands surviving on merch sales- touring becoming nearly impossible- younger fans waiting too long to support bands- hardcore evolving into metal- perseverance, survival, and loss- the moment he saw Kublai Khan before they explodedWatch “Tortured Souls” from Silence Equals Death Here: And honestly… some of the most interesting parts weren’t even planned.A lot of fans are going to agree with this conversation. Others absolutely won’t.That’s probably why people are going to keep talking about it.Get the uncensored version and exclusive CMS content here: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com#SilenceEqualsDeath #Hardcore #Metal #CMSNetwork #ChrisAkinPresents This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Madonna pops up in Times Square looking unrecognizable, while George Lynch announces a new album weeks after dropping a “final” live record. Are legacy artists losing their grip on reality, or are we just watching the desperate reality of the modern music business?The guys break down the cringe, the contradictions, and the side hustles keeping 80s icons alive.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

How good has Megadeth really been since the classic era ended?That's the question Chris tackles on this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... as he counts down his Top 5 Megadeth songs from 2001 through today.GET MEGADETH'S DYSTOPIA ON VINYL HERE AT A KILLER PRICE: https://amzn.to/4uwtpDkSome fans believe the band's best work ended decades ago.Others argue that Dave Mustaine has continued releasing incredible material that deserves far more attention than it gets.That's where things get interesting.Because once you move beyond Rust In Peace, Countdown To Extinction, and the albums most fans automatically point to, the debate gets a lot louder.Did Chris choose the right songs?Did your favorite make the list?Or did he leave out a track that should have been an automatic inclusion?If you're watching this here, you're already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early releases are already available on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comThe public clip gives you the ranking.The real discussion continues on Locals.Leave your Top 5 in the comments.#Megadeth #DaveMustaine #HeavyMetal #ThrashMetal #ChrisAkinPresents #MetalNews #ClassicMetalShow This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

Something about the relentless daily grind just hits different when you contrast it with a literal 1.2-million-pound piece of living American history rolling through town. Why are thousands of people flooding small-town tracks just to see something built in 1941? Is it pure nostalgia, or are people just desperate for a real escape from their screens? Meanwhile, the reality of keeping an independent business alive behind the scenes is pushing creators to the absolute brink. If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.comWe dive way deeper into what happened when the crowds cleared out, the backstage realities of the current summer festival circuits, and the uncensored stories that the public algorithms won’t let us host here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

The public clip barely scratches the surface of what’s happening to the live touring market. While the public gets the sanitized PR statements, the real discussion about who is actually selling tickets, who is using backing tracks, and which legendary bands are on the absolute brink of financial disaster happened behind closed doors on Locals. VIP members already saw the full segment breaking down the real numbers the promoters don’t want you to see.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late. The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe