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. It's an uncensored community that offers commercial-free access to daily episodes, bonus content, and behind-the-scenes insights on its paid tier. The show is hosted by two guys who have been doing this for over two decades, providing an alternative to corporate music media. The podcast is known for its unfiltered opinions and direct engagement with listeners.
Episodes
Why Are Old School Rockers And TV Stars Still Sex Icons?
When classic rock legends tease surprise reunions, it triggers a wild breakdown on what these iconic figures are actually worth to their biggest fans. The conversation quickly shifts from studio albums to absolute nostalgia overload, dragging classic Hollywood, legendary 70s pinups, and modern Hollywood starlets into the ring to see who holds up. From insane OnlyFans hypotheticals involving nonage
Is This Overseas Rock Band Better Than Everything On US Radio?
An underground European power house is putting out pure hard rock gold, but radio programmed drones in the States don’t even know they exist. Riffs so heavy they steal straight from classic metal giants, twin-guitar harmonies, and hooks so nasty they get stuck in your brain like gum in your hair. Are American rock fans completely out of their minds for sleeping on this, or is the hype totally fake
Can Forgotten 80s Rock Bands Tour Without Their Iconic Singers?
Celebrities love airing out their trash for the internet to see, and this latest breakup melodrama is no exception. Between cryptic Instagram posts, demands for child support from a billionaire’s bank account, and family drama after losing a metal icon, the circus never stops. Plus, forgotten hard rock bands hit the road after losing their lead vocalist, raising the ultimate question: at what poin
Did Social Media Completely Ruin Rock Star Autobiographies?
When an iconic frontman announces his 35th book, it raises a serious question about the state of rock and roll culture. Remember when waiting months for a magazine interview was the only way to peek inside your favorite musician’s world? Now, between political rants, mundane daily updates, and endless social media posts, the mystery is completely dead. Did constant overexposure ruin rock stardom f
Is Modern Heavy Metal Ruining Its Own Identity?
The metal scene is bigger than ever, but something behind the scenes is getting stripped away. Everyone claims they want heavier music, but the second a band takes a real risk, the internet turns on them. Is the pressure to look cool online completely killing actual musicianship?GET SEASON OF SURRENDER BY AUGUST BURNS RED ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/3RN2tlnWe sit down with Jake Luhrs of August Burns
Did A Metalhead Really Just Do THIS Inside The Mosh Pit?
When did basic human decency completely vanish at live concerts? We break down a biohazard incident inside a mosh pit that derailed an entire metal show and triggered a literal chain reaction of disaster. From brain-melting fan comments online to censorship garbage on video platforms, nothing is off-limits. Get the raw, unfiltered commentary right now.GREAT PRICE ON ACCEPT’S THE RISE OF CHAOS ON V
Are Modern Rock Collaborations Just Desperate Nostalgia Traps?
When old-school rockers get together in the studio, it usually goes one of two ways: total magic or an absolute trainwreck. We break down a bizarre hookup between steel-throated 80s singers that started on a cruise ship and ended with non-stop studio chaos. Plus, a major rock side-project just dropped a track that sounds so much like prime-era Def Leppard, you’d think Mutt Lange robbed his own vau
Can You Ever Truly Escape Severe Mental Depression?
Aging isn’t just about losing physical bench press strength; it completely alters your mental drive and perspective. The guys dive deep into the brutal reality of dealing with aging, mid-life burnout, and how past toxic relationships leave lasting scars on a man’s mind. They open up about fighting through dark mental slumps, quitting self-destructive habits, and realizing what it actually takes to
Can Intermittent Fasting Actually Keep You Out of the Grave?
Brutal honesty, fat-fuck disease, and complete madness taking over the studio. From starving until the exact second the clock strikes noon to avoiding local “freak show” festivals at all costs, the guys spill everything on health scares, ex-wife phone calls, and ridiculous daily routines. No holding back, no polite small talk—just raw, unfiltered talk on trying to survive getting older without los
CMS LIVE 8/8/26: Are Old School Rockers Finally Ruining Their Own Legacies?
Age comes for every single one of us, but watching the heavy metal community navigate the inevitable slide into senior citizenship is something else entirely. From sudden health kicks, bizarre daily diets, and brutal gym routines to absolute horrors happening on venue floors during live sets, the rock world is morphing into a completely unhinged place.SHOP FOR THE BEST CMS MERCH HERE: https://clas
Why Did Pro-Pain Come Back With “Stone Cold Anger”?
Pro-Pain is back, and Gary Meskil has plenty to say about why the band decided to return with Stone Cold Anger after everything they’ve been through. The conversation gets into the album’s rage-fueled subject matter, Eric Klinger’s return, the surprising sound of “Uncle Sam Wants You,” and why one song takes direct aim at the social-media Kool-Aid mentality.Get STONE COLD ANGER from Pro-Pain on vi
Is Eddie Trunk Completely Losing His Mind Live On Air? (2017 Archive)
Radio callers can be an absolute test of patience, but what happens when a radio personality completely loses his temper over outdated news and cringey award show performances? Neeley and Chris Akin dive into some hilarious, high-pitched rants about band drama, pop star collaborations, and the absolute absurdity of fan ignorance. They break down why certain pop-rock crossovers triggered long-lasti
Is Hollywood Too Old?
Why are some of the biggest icons in movie history completely torching their own filmographies? From Sylvester Stallone getting roasted for a zero-percent Rotten Tomatoes disaster to Al Pacino churning out direct-to-garbage streaming flicks, we break down why Hollywood’s biggest names refuse to walk away. Is it pure greed, massive ego, or do these guys just have no idea how to stop? We tear into t
Were These Mob Rules Songs TOO GOOD To Leave Off The Album?
Sometimes the songs that don’t make the album end up being the ones everyone talks about.GET MOB RULES’ STORIES OF THE VERDANT VALE HERE: https://amzn.to/4b6OKwaMob Rules guitarist Sven Ludke joins Chris Akin to explain how *Stories from the Verdant Vale* went from a handful of leftover ideas into a full-blown release. Along the way they get into concept albums, writing without overthinking everyt
Is Forrest Gump Secretly A Story About Awful People?
We’re taking a sledgehammer to your favorite 90s nostalgia today. Ever stop and think about how completely messed up Forrest Gump actually is? We break down why Jenny might be the biggest villain in cinematic history and why everyone in that beloved movie is basically garbage. Then, we’re ripping into the absolute insanity of modern TV commercials—from shameless government cash grabs to pharmaceut
Why Are These Bizarre Australian Gifts Disturbing the Hosts?
Wait until you hear how a legendary Sunset Strip insider was secretly pulling the strings for massive 80s rock bands before anyone even knew who they were! Plus, things go completely off the rails when wild international travel stories come to light, involving absurd taxidermy, border control nightmares, and unfiltered late-night antics that you have to hear to believe.Get all your best CMS merch
Guitarist Thomas Youngblood: Why Kamelot Refuses To Repeat The Same Album
Thomas Youngblood explains why Kamelot refuses to become a band that simply copies its past. He dives into the creative philosophy behind Dark Asylum, songwriting, Tommy Karevik’s evolution, and bringing guest artists into the band’s world.GET KAMELOT'S DARK ASYLUM ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/4fIHclXWatch CMS commercial free and without publishing delays by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetal
Has Father Time Finally Destroyed These Iconic Stage Shows?
Watching aging arena acts stumble their way through concert sets is getting harder to ignore. Between shot vocal cords, bizarre mumbles, and guys who look completely lost under the spotlight, a lot of classic performers are testing their audience’s patience. Are these guys giving the fans what they want, or is it pure greed keeping them on stage way past their prime? Neeley and Chris Akin roll the
Did Gene Simmons Just Disrespect His Longtime Bandmate?
Radio personality Eddie Trunk went on an unhinged rant about Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, and Neeley and Chris Akin are breaking down every single second of the madness. From high-priced box sets filled with cassette-quality demos to bizarre conspiracy theories about why bandmates aren’t hanging out in the same city, Eddie is absolutely beside himself. Is there actual drama brewing behind the sc
Is This the Most Disastrous Metal Interview Ever Caught on Tape? (2014 Archive)
Neeley and Chris Akin tear into one of the most trainwreck interview recordings to ever hit the airwaves. Watch as a former metal guitarist stumbles through a broadcast, coughing his lungs out, slamming doors, and completely missing every single point thrown his way. From bizarre Ozzy Osbourne audition claims to absurd comparisons of legendary 80s bands to cheap malt liquor, this entire trainwreck
THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW 8/1/26: How Did This Famous Actor Get A 0% Movie Rating?
Why are some of the biggest icons in movie history completely torching their filmographies? Neeley and Chris Akin rip into Sylvester Stallone, Al Pacino, and Clint Eastwood to figure out why these guys refuse to get off the big screen. From zero-percent Rotten Tomatoes trainwrecks to embarrassing streaming shows, we break down why nobody wants to watch an 80-year-old action hero pretend he’s still
When Bad Reviews Turn Into Personal Revenge... Who's Wrong?
Privacy, online revenge, and the internet’s obsession with reviews all collide in this one. From a phone passcode that allegedly wiped a device during a border search to a dealership owner firing back at a customer’s business with negative reviews, this conversation goes places most people won’t expect. Is protecting your privacy now a crime? And when does online retaliation go way too far?Watch c
Left To Die: Can Anyone Touch Early DEATH Without Ruining It?
Matt Harvey walks into this conversation carrying one hell of a burden...and he doesn’t duck a single question.GET INITIUM MORTIS FROM LEFT TO DIE ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4he45yQPlaying music tied to one of the most untouchable catalogs in metal history sounds awesome until you realize every note gets compared to perfection. Matt opens up about the pressure, why Left To Die exists in the fi
Did Jason Alexander Really Owe This Apology?
Another week, another celebrity apology—and this one might be the most ridiculous yet. The guys tear into the Jason Alexander controversy, the never-ending apology culture surrounding Hollywood, and why some people suddenly decide they’re victims more than a decade later. Then the conversation takes a hard turn into a bizarre Snapchat hacking case that proves common sense isn’t so common anymore.W
Has Jon Bon Jovi Reached The End Of The Road?
Jon Bon Jovi cut his Madison Square Garden show short, blamed a sinus infection, and immediately raised a much bigger question. Is this really just a cold... or is something far more serious happening with his voice?The guys break down the abrupt ending, the risky residency schedule, the reality of recovering from vocal surgery, and whether Bon Jovi should finally walk away before permanent damage
King Diamond's Biggest Shakeup, Ministry Retires Again & More Rock Madness
Some rock headlines make perfect sense. Others leave you wondering if somebody accidentally published The Onion.From an 80-year-old guitarist finally releasing his first solo album after six decades... to King Diamond making a lineup move nobody saw coming... to yet another “final” retirement announcement, this episode tears through one bizarre story after another with the usual CMS attitude.Nothi
Is Vinnie Vincent Delusional Charging $2 Million for an Album?
The Rolling Stones have strong opinions on artificial intelligence, but their stance raises a lot of questions about where human creativity ends and theft begins. But if you think Jagger’s comments are strange, wait until you hear Vinnie Vincent’s latest excuse for charging two million dollars for his unheard music. He claims it’s about protecting his life’s work and working 15 hours a day, but no
Beautifully Deranged's Mike Bufis: Is This the Next Metal Band You’ll Be Kicking Yourself for Missing?
Everybody claims they’ve found “the next big thing.” Most of the time it’s hype. This time? Chris Akin sat down with Mike Bufis of Beautifully Deranged; a band that might actually have something different going on. The conversation starts with one album and quickly turns into a brutally honest look at writing heavy music, finding your sound, surviving today’s music business, and why chasing trends
Is Metallica Milking Their Fans With a $25 Monthly Fee?
Metallica used to be the band for the everyday working-class metalhead, but their latest business move says otherwise. Now asking fans to pay up to $25 a month just for the privilege of streaming concert audio and video, people are starting to wonder when enough is enough. Add in mid-tier hair metal bands selling overpriced used gear and cut-out magazine photos at their merch tables, and it feels
Why Are Dumb YouTube Trolls So Obsessed With Negativity?
Dealing with brain-dead YouTube comments is an art form, especially when butt-hurt fans cry about negativity while hypocritically throwing insults. We tear apart fragile internet commenters, discuss major web browsers trying to force-feed you advertisements, explain how creators lose their entire audience by keeping all their eggs in one basket, and roast callers who ruin live shows.Watch commerci
Is Seeing Classic Rock Acts Still Worth The Hassle?
Getting lost a few miles from your own house is bad enough, but sitting through hours of useless corporate meetings takes the cake. We dive into the exhaustion of modern work schedules, the reality of classic rock bands touring past their expiration date, why nobody wants to hear new material from legacy acts, and pulling back the curtain on our upcoming behind-the-scenes book.Watch commercial fre
The Top 5 John Corabi Fronted Releases!
Vince Neil got the boot, a new powerhouse stepped up, and Mötley Crüe dropped an absolute monster of an album... that almost everybody ignored. But the story doesn’t end there. The mastermind behind that forgotten era has a stacked discography full of heavy, blues-infused bangers that put most mainstream rock to shame. We are breaking down the absolute best records from one of hard rock’s ultimate
THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW LIVE 7/25/26: Bon Jovi Meltdown, Roth Tour Canceled & Sammy Responds
Tonight on THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris tackle one of the biggest stories in rock... and one they say they saw coming.GET ALL YOUR CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/After weeks of warning that Jon Bon Jovi’s vocal struggles could eventually force a breaking point, that prediction has now become reality. The guys break down the abrupt and heartbreaking end to B
Don Dokken Explains Exactly Why He Hates Digital Music Streaming (2014)
We called up Don Dokken for a routine update, but ended up getting a masterclass in classic rock survival and zero-compromise attitude. From fighting with home phone connections to breaking down why modern digital payouts are a joke for heritage acts, Don didn’t pull a single punch. If you want to know what the rock business actually looks like for a veteran frontman, this conversation lays it all
Jericho Green - Legacy Media Outlets Really Don’t Want You Hearing This (2019)
The second this call connected, the entire show went off the rails. What was supposed to be a standard heavy metal catch-up with YouTube creator Jericho Green instantly morphed into an entirely different kind of debate.GET A CMS SKULL CAP HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/listing/cms-winter-skull-cap?product=2152&variation=105989Jericho didn't hold a single thing back. From calling
Blaze Bayley: Fans Are Still Debating Blaze Bayley's Iron Maiden Years (2008)
Most people know Blaze Bayley from Iron Maiden.But this conversation isn’t really about Maiden.It’s about what happened after.GET ALL THE BEST CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/Blaze opens up about management problems, record label disputes, rebuilding his band, and why he believes fans are finally giving his music another chance.The public clip barely scratches the surfa
Why Didn't Band Management Pull This Wasted Rock Star Off The Air?
Morning TV is supposed to be wholesome, clean, and totally fake. But in 1980, a massive rock institution walked onto the set of Good Morning America and delivered an absolute masterclass in live television disasters. One guy is so chemically altered he can’t even figure out his own earpiece, while his brother sits next to him sporting a dead-eyed stare that looks like a mugshot. The rest of the ba
Fimbul Winter: Can Ex-Amon Amarth Members Escape Their Own Legacy?
Former members from one of Sweden’s biggest metal exports are back... but they’re not interested in copying the past. They explain why chasing nostalgia is a trap, why today’s melodic death metal scene has gotten stale, and why this new band refuses to become another clone.GET THE NEW SINGLE FROM FIMBUL WINTER - “WHEN THE SUN COMES OUT AT NIGHT” HERE: https://amzn.to/4yuoqGvIf you think you’ve alr
Is This The Most Embarrassing Era For Rock's Biggest Icons?
We grew up worshiping these bands, but watching them crawl across a massive stadium stage in 2026 is just downright painful. Between icons wandering around looking for teleprompters, singers who completely forgot how to perform in time with the music, and stadium-level draws playing to half-empty outdoor sheds, the rock and metal industry has officially entered a bizarre twilight zone. We’re diggi
Why Does Eddie Trunk Hate Steel Panther So Much? (2018 Archive)
Eddie Trunk is back on his soapbox tearing into Steel Panther, claiming they aren’t “credible real music”—because apparently, fun in rock and roll is strictly forbidden. But Trunk’s elitist rants are just the tip of the iceberg. Stevie Rachelle drops in to call out full-blown live lip-syncing scandals, fake blood, and the massive egos polluting the scene. Are classic rock fans being conned by back
Is This Kid The Next Big Thing Or Just Another YouTube Illusion?
The local scene is panicking because an unknown singer just threw his hat in the ring for one of the most volatile vacant mic spots in heavy rock. The tape is out, the text messages are flying between actual rock royalty, and the comment sections are already a warzone. We pull back the curtain on why this sudden development has the industry completely flipped upside down, why the modern audition p
DIRTY KINGS' ANDREW SAMPLE: Everybody Says They Want Real Rock... So Why Is Nobody Listening?
Everybody keeps saying they want “real rock” back.Then a band like Dirty Kings shows up with twin guitars, big riffs, live-in-the-room energy, and people still act like nothing good has been made in 30 years.SUPPORT THE BAND BY SHOPPING ON THEIR BANDCAMP: That’s where this conversation takes a turn.Andrew Sample joins Chris Akin to talk about Dirty Kings 3, but it quickly becomes something much bi
Bassist Brian Perry: How Did A Heavy Metal Bassist End Up Selling Baby Clothes? (2009 Archive)
What happens when a veteran hard rock bassist gets sick of the music industry grind and decides to launch a parody clothing line for toddlers? You get a wildly offbeat discussion about rock parodies, licensing loopholes, and the absolute absurdity of selling heavy metal gear to infants. From touring with massive 80s acts to launching a bizarre side hustle, this interview takes a hilariously unexpe
Is Your Phone Ratting You Out? The Creepy Truth About Location Sharing?
Everybody loves the convenience of smartphones... until they start giving away more information than you ever intended.This week on THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris dive into the growing obsession with location tracking, why so many couples are spying on each other, and how the technology that’s supposed to make life easier can quickly become a relationship nightmare.They also tear into th
Which 2026 Metal Albums Crashed the Hardest?
Everybody gets excited when the hype starts. Big announcements, huge promises, legendary careers... then the album drops and you’re sitting there wondering what the hell happened.GET ALL YOUR BEST CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/This list isn’t about the worst records of the year. These are the albums that had every reason to be great—and somehow still managed to leave
CMS LIVE! 7/18/26: John Corabi FIRED! Jizzy Pearl QUITS! Hair Metal Chaos Explodes LIVE!
Hair metal is having one hell of a week... and we’re breaking it all down LIVE.John Corabi is OUT of The Dead Daisies. Jizzy Pearl has officially WALKED AWAY from Quiet Riot. But that’s just the beginning.Tonight on THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, we dive headfirst into the growing controversy surrounding a singer who tried out for the Quiet Riot gig online, the backlash involving Jizzy Pearl, and whether
JD DeServio Was Living A Double Life On Tour (2009)
JD DeServio wasn't just playing with Black Label Society.He was launching an entirely different band while touring, doing clinics, handling meet-and-greets, and living one of the most insane schedules imaginable.GET CYCLE OF PAIN HERE: https://amzn.to/4vyAPacThe question wasn't whether he was busy.The question was why he was pushing himself this hard.And once you hear his answer, it raises even mo
Philip Anselmo Owned It... But Was It Enough? (2016)
Philip Anselmo sat down with The Classic Metal Show during one of the most controversial periods of his career.GET SUPERJOINT’S CAUGHT UP IN THE GEARS OF APPLICATION ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4ewgwmDWhat started as a discussion about Superjoint quickly turned into something much bigger.He addressed the backlash. He explained his perspective. He apologized. But was that enough?A lot of fans st
Is Jason Newsted's New Music A Total Disaster?
Jason Newsted is back on stage, but it isn’t the heavy metal comeback everyone wanted. His latest project with the Chop House Band has people scratching their heads and turning off the speakers. It turns out that trying to turn classic tracks into weird, non-metal acoustic interpretations while using death metal vocals doesn’t exactly work. On the flip side, Airbourne is dropping a new record that
Did Savatage Just Reveal Their Biggest Secret Yet?
Chris Akin sits down with Johnny Lee Middleton to dig into a release that’s been sitting in the vault for decades... and the stories behind it are every bit as wild as you’d expect. From the band’s return to the stage to the truth about the old days, image, MTV, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, and where Savatage goes next, this conversation goes places you probably won’t expect.KILLER PRICE ON SAVATAGE’
Is The New Bon Jovi Tour Worth Five Hundred Bucks?
Jon Bon Jovi is back on stage after major throat surgery, but the internet is already losing its mind over the footage. The guys break down the multi-night Madison Square Garden residency to figure out if he is actually delivering real vocals or just talk-singing through a massive wall of pitch enhancement. Meanwhile, Richie Sambora is on an absolute tear on X, claiming his account was hacked twic
Bombay Black: Why Are American Audiences Quitting Hard Rock Shows? (2008 Archive)
American rock crowds have gone completely soft while overseas fans are still blowing the roof off venues. When an active rock band sits down with a hitmaking producer to fix their sound, the truth about the modern music industry comes out fast. Is the American scene officially dead, or are rock bands just doing it wrong? Watch this segment to see what actually happens behind studio doors and on th
Did Def Leppard Ever Make Another Great Album After Hysteria?
Most Def Leppard fans stop listening after Hysteria.Maybe they’re right.Maybe they’ve ignored some surprisingly good records.Today I’m ranking my five favorite Def Leppard albums released after Hysteria and explaining why some deserve another chance...while others prove exactly why fans checked out.CLICK HERE TO GET ADRENALIZE FROM DEF LEPPARD HERE: https://amzn.to/3RnM2f1If you’re watching this h
Why Did Pat Benatar Ban Her Biggest Hit?
Classic rock singers are hitting a wall, and some are handling it a hell of a lot better than others. While Mike Tramp figures out a way to rework things within his range, other artists are flat-out canceling their own massive hits because they can’t handle the lyrics anymore. From bizarre self-censorship to aging rockstars pretending they still live in a small town, the entire scene is starting t
Is Streaming Completely Dead?
Streaming used to be the ultimate escape from cable television pricing, but now it has turned into a total corporate disaster. The major platforms are hemorrhaging subscribers because they stopped making anything actually worth watching. Instead of fresh entertainment, viewers are getting slapped with endless subscription tiers, platform mergers, and a flood of outdated classic content. The wild c
CMS LIVE 7/11/26: Is Bon Jovi REALLY Back... Or Is This Comeback Already Falling Apart?
Bon Jovi is back on stage... but is this the comeback fans have been waiting for, or is it another disaster waiting to happen? One person definitely isn’t buying the hype, and he’s not keeping quiet about it.THESE GREAT BON JOVI “FOREVER” T-SHIRTS ARE ON SALE NOW: https://amzn.to/4vY4w53Then things shift into overdrive as Chris drops a take that’s guaranteed to fire people up: he believes Anthrax’
Philip Anselmo Raised More Questions Than Answers (2013)
For years, fans focused on the Pantera reunion discussion.But listening back to this interview today raises a different question.GREAT PRICE ON COWBOYS FROM HELL ON VINYL! https://amzn.to/4eu5SN9Was Philip Anselmo trying to explain where his career was heading… or was he quietly explaining why the past couldn’t be recreated?A lot of fans still aren’t sure.If you’re watching this here, you’re alrea
Bobby Blotzer Called Eddie Trunk A Liar... Then Things Got Weird (2017)
In 2017, Bobby Blotzer fired back.Eddie Trunk discussed the ongoing RATT lawsuit, and Blotzer responded publicly with a lengthy Facebook statement accusing him of spreading misinformation.But the reaction wasn’t what many expected.Some fans believe he’s simply defending himself.Others think the constant public battle is making things worse.And the biggest question may not be about the lawsuit at a
Quiet Riot Fired Him… Then This Happened (2017)
Quiet Riot made a change.Then Sean Nichols ended up in the middle of another controversy almost immediately.GET QUIET RIOT’S ROAD RAGE ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/3Q91U4HAnd that’s where things started getting interesting.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 disc
The Real Reason The LA Guns Frontman Looks Completely Different Now!
He looked in the mirror after a New Year’s Eve show at the Whiskey and completely killed off the 1980s. No more black hair dye, no more heavy studs, and no more pretending to be 30 years old. But when an edited photo hits the internet showing his new look injected into the classic lineup, the internet loses its mind. Some call it a total rock move; others think he looks like he’s about to hand you
Spread the Disease Is Back... And They Sound Meaner Than Ever
Most bands that disappear for decades come back hoping fans remember who they were.Spread the Disease came back determined to show everyone what they could become.Chris Akin sits down with guitarist Dave Buschemeyer to discuss the making of The Darkness, The Dread and The Suffering, a record that pushes the band’s original sound into far darker territory while avoiding the trap of simply recreatin
The Embarrassing Reason Shannon Larkin Just Apologized To Nikki Sixx!
The rock world just watched a stadium legend completely lose his mind over a passing comment. Nikki Sixx went nuclear on X, but look closer at what he actually left out of his rant.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 epi
Is This New Project A Massive Legal Gamble?
John Schaffer is back out, and he’s already working on a new project to “show where his head is at.” After the absolute implosion of Iced Earth following January 6th, is releasing a new anti-government record the smartest move, or is he just begging to get put back in a cell? We break down the absolute mess of his plea deal, the reality of the bear spray charges, and why his former bandmates are n
Phantom's JC Necrohex: How Is A 20-Year-Old Keeping Old School Metal Alive?
Most young bands chase trends.Phantom went the opposite direction.GET PHANTOM’S NOT MIDNIGHT YET ON RED VINYL AT A GREAT PRICE HERE: https://amzn.to/4eNbVg1During this conversation, JC Necrohex explains why the band embraces classic heavy metal, why Not Midnight Yet became their most personal record, and how a direct invitation to Wacken changed everything.If you’re watching this here, you’re alre
CMS LIVE! 7/4/26: Jon Schaffer's Predicament, Phil Lewis' Look, Vets Hate False Praise and More!
Let’s be honest about what’s actually happening here. Jon Schaffer is fresh out of a federal plea deal and immediately tracking an anti-government record. Is anyone actually buying this, or is it just the ultimate grift to recoup legal fees? Meanwhile, Nikki Sixx is taking shots at Godsmack’s legacy while his own band relies on pre-recorded tracks to survive a stadium tour. This is where the story
Skid Row Just Crushed Reunion Hopes (2017)
For years fans assumed this reunion would eventually happen.Now we’re hearing that even a serious financial offer wasn’t enough to make it work.GET SKID ROW’S THE ATLANTIC YEARS (1989-1995) HERE ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/4uK0hbUSo what actually happened behind the scenes?And why does it sound like old wounds never healed?If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive
The Weirdest Part Of Vinnie Vincent's Return Wasn't Vinnie Vincent (2018)
For years, people wondered if Vinnie Vincent would ever return.Then he finally did.VINNIE VINCENT INVASION’S ALL SYSTEMS GO ON VINYL!! GET YOURS: https://amzn.to/4v9F8IYBut instead of closing the book on decades of rumors and speculation, the appearance seemed to create a whole new set of questions.And the strangest part?The questions everyone expected to be asked never really came.If you’re watch
Dave Landau: The Real Reason I Left The Cumia Show (2021)
Most people think they know this story.But after hearing Dave Landau explain it himself, the situation feels very different.GET DAVE LANDAU’S BOOK A PARTY OF ONE HERE: https://amzn.to/4fOLGIqThe public narrative and the private reality may not be the same thing.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:ht
Fans Really Aren’t Agreeing On This Def Leppard Cruise Disaster (2016)
People are still arguing about what really happened on the Def Leppard cruise.Was it an unavoidable situation?GET DEF LEPPARD’S GREATEST HITS AT A KILLER PRICE: https://amzn.to/4fHbTZgOr did fans have every right to be furious?The answers depend on who you ask.If you’re watching this here, you’re already late.The full episode, exclusive third segment, and early interviews are already on Locals:htt
Megadeth, Metallica & The Weirdest Week We've Had in Years
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 o
Kings Of Thrash: Jeff Young Has A Surprising Answer About Megadeth's Final Tour
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 t
The Story That Bob Nalbandian Didn't Think Through (2009 Archive)
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
Buster Posey REFUSES to Play the Media's Game... Reporters MELT DOWN
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,
Did Nashville Change Black Stone Cherry? (2008)
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 STON
Chris Went Down ANOTHER True Crime Rabbit Hole... Plus Wrestling, Yellowstone & The "Big Boom" That Hit His Town
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 h
Zinny Zan Finally Addresses The Question Fans Won't Stop Asking
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.
The Legal Blunder That Ruined Everything (2016)
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
The Weird Truth About YouTube Nobody Wants To Admit
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:* Yo
Corporate Music Critics Are Pandering To Casual Fans (2014)
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://clas
The Corporate Play Behind AC/DC’s Return! (2008)
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 ent
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