In this edition of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris sits down with Rivers of Nihil guitarist Andy Thomas to discuss the band's brand new self titled album. They delve into Andy's experience joining the band, the evolution of Rivers of Nihil's unique progressive death metal sound with bassist Adam Biggs stepping into the role of lead vocalist, and the intricate songwriting process behind tracks like "House Of Light". They also touch on the touring life, exploring Andy's preferences between playing massive festivals and more intimate shows, and the fundamental differences between traditional bands and a challenging progressive death metal outfit like Rivers of Nihil. Get an in-depth conversation with a key member of this groundbreaking band.

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On this episode of Chris Akin Presents..., Chris and Erik delve into the impending end of Sepultura. Guitarist Andreas Kisser has expressed a strong desire for a grand finale featuring all past and present members. The central debate: Should the Cavalera brothers set aside their differences for this singular, fan-focused event? Additionally, the hosts review footage of Wally, a long-standing beach personality known for his four-decade pursuit of rock stardom. The conversation also touches on the unexpected effects of edible gummies.

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This week, Chris Akin catches up with Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry to dissect their latest offering: THIS IS BLACK STONE CHERRY’S RSD ALBUM. They dive deep into why this release is special, the tracks they chose, and why it’s not your typical greatest hits. Plus, they talk acoustic albums and their unwavering support for Record Store Day. Get ready for some down-to-earth rock talk.

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Metal fiends, buckle up! CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... slams you with Your Spirit Dies vocalist Brandon Byers. Their debut MY GNAWING PAINS WILL NEVER REST is a relentless beast of extreme heaviness. Byers rips into how they landed on MNRK Heavy, weaving anti-spiritual vibes without torching religion, and why new bands get no love. He also teases crushing Europe tours ahead. This ain’t for the weak—subscribe for the full riff-fueled scoop!

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Chris Akin and Erik hit hard on the sudden passing of longtime Stephen Pearcy/Ratt associate, Chris Hager. Then, they take a twisted turn into the realm of Meta AI, pushing it to its limits with some seriously graphic and dirty creations. Get ready for a wild ride from somber reflection to unhinged AI experiments!

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This week on CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., we're joined by the fierce Carla Harvey! We dive deep into her journey joining the legendary Lords of Acid, the birth of her killer new band The Violent Hour, takeaways from her time in The Butcher Babies, and some inside scoop on Charlie Benante joining Pantera. Get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation.

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Guitar wizard Anthony Gomes joins Chris Akin to unpack his latest record, PRAISE THE LOUD. They dive into the tightrope walk of being "too blues for rock" and "too rock for blues," plus killer stories about sharing the stage with the one and only BB King and teaming up with Jim Peterik. Find out what's next for Gomes on tour and get the real deal on his musical journey.

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Dive into the mind of a true guitar slinger as he discusses his craft and the hurdles of genre-bending in the music world. This is a deep dive you won't want to miss!

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Crank it up, metalheads! On this killer episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik slam it with The Project, debuting their badass new video "Death of Me." Get the raw scoop on how this epic project formed, Erik’s role, and what’s next for these riff lords. Don’t miss the world premiere—pure metal chaos awaits! 🤘NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not.Smash that Rumble button and join the mosh pit in the comments!

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This week on CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., dive deep into the creation of Monolith with the visionary Hernan "Motley" Rodriguez and the legendary Mike Mangini. They dissect the band's origin story, Mangini's transition after his Dream Theater exit, and their unique approach to crafting textured, brutal music. Get the inside scoop on the hard-hitting singles "Mother Martyr" and "Oligarchs", the overarching narrative driving their sound, and the unexpected drop date for a complete album. Prepare for the sonic onslaught!

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Yo, metalheads! Chris Akin is back with a badass sit-down featuring the one and only Russ Ballard on CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... This songwriting titan dishes on his latest, NEW SONGS FROM THE WAREHOUSE AND THE HITS REIMAGINED—think fresh tracks and killer reworks of classics. They dive deep into his legacy, the raw creation of "New York Groove" and "Since You've Been Gone", why he’s never crossed paths with Frida, and what drove him to master songwriting over stage glory. Touring stories? Hell yes. Read on, rockers—this one’s loud and proud!

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