Chris Collins Show

The boys of Weatherworn join STRIKE A CHORD to discuss farming a band from New York to Virginia, losing band members—AND what the hell does “Weatherworn” mean?  Some people argue that the drummer is the sexiest member of a band—BUT band member Steven completely challenges that notion with his clarinet—“it’s all in the way you use those fingers!” What’s better than playing Guitar Hero—“get a real guitar you nerd” — the coolest parent-to- son story you’ll ever hear.  The band’s latest track Head in Hands argues the duality of being a kid and the adult expectations to conform to societies predetermined “design of life.” Weatherworn is available on all major streaming services: https://www.weatherwornva.com/

Jus True R&B singer from Atlanta Georgia joins STRIKE A CHORD and brings her puppies—Pugs are lickers! The singer keeps it real when it comes to finger nails and X-boyfriends. Every music artist has a breakup/makeup song inspired by a true personal event. WTFYM (What The Fuck You Mean) Jus Trues’ new single is another anthem to the arsenal.  Her X-boyfriend’s infidelity was all she needed to crank out fire on this track! Her music is honest, emotional and inspired by the hits of the 90’s.  AND with 2 reality TV shows in the future and an upcoming music video—it’s true!—She’s true!  Listen to Jus True on all major streaming services:  https://www.instagram.com/officialjustrue/

Director D.W. Thomas joins JUST TALKING to discuss her new Horror Comedy Too Late.  D.W. started off as video editor "polishing turds" and then one day decided to become a director so she could polish her own! Inspired by classic childhood 80’s flicks like Gremlins and her husband’s standup comedy career D.W. wanted to tell a campy horror story—but with a message. Films with scripted stand up jokes can feel forced.  D.W. gambled and won big.  She let the comedians use their own jokes and routines and it pays off.  Watch this film on all streaming services, select theaters and VOD. Visit https://toolatethemovie.com/

That gorgeous Nashville looker Amanda Cooksey joins STRIKE A CHORD to talk about her new track In Denial—and Chris “can’t help but fall in love with an artist who can sing and play guitar.” GUSH!  Cooksey finds “millennial love is tough.” Chris reminds Amanda “you don’t want to swipe right and regret later!”  In Denial is about going through the stages of a break up.  Amanda got over her break up—AND you can too!  Just don’t stay “in denial.” Listen on all major audio streaming services. Visit https://amandacooksey.com/

Co-writers! Co-directors! Co-actors! Co-everything! Sean Kenealy and Eric Silvera join JUST TALKING to discuss their comedy thriller IN ACTION. The world's first 2-person action movie! Take Sean’s theater and Eric’s standup background, combine them as two idiot screenwriters—and a real life NSA investigation—and you have ridiculousness.  In Action is available on all streaming services—visit: www.inactionmovie.com

Queens New York and Philly team up to create Hip Hop group Re’Sounding! The 4 member team, LTR4 (Later Four), Kiki Corona, E-Note and Kid Galactic join up on STRIKE A CHORD to rage against the machine!  Re’Sounding opening track—BOONDOCKS hits hard!  Powerful lyrics, globally self-aware and a banging beat. LTR4—“Our best music to me is when we write how we feel in the moment”.  Follow Re’Sounding—visit: www.weareresounding.com

Pop Punk band the Royals joins STRIKE A CHORD from Southampton UK and drops new track Jaded!   The pandemic has taken its toll—but the Royals found inspiration to reform with a new band member, self- produce, write new songs and release an EP. There’s a new Pop Punk renaissance happening and the Royals are taking the charge! Alternative Press lists the Royals as one of the TOP 10 rising UK Pop bands.  Royals single Worldwide Catastrophe sets the tone for improving our world—the lyrics give us a hint—“There’s got to be a better way than just watch the world go down in flames; we could be the tidal wave!”

Royals brand new EP “A Spark to Ignite” and single with video “GONE”, listen now, visit: www.royalsofficial.com.

If you’re like ME – MUSIC is everything! Since day one it’s been a passion of mine to create an opportunity to showcase amazing up-and-coming artists.  The CHRIS COLLINS SHOW has interviewed some of the most incredible international and national bands out there—from Finland, the Philippines, India and UK—to NY, LA, Texas and Nashville—you name it. We are so fortunate to have this outlet to show you guys some of the most talented musicians out there today!  There’s no other medium that brings people together like LIVE MUSIC.  Join me and listen to our first OFF THE FRET podcast.  More Music. More Music Talk!—with THE BLOWIES!

Not 1 but 2 MUSIC STORM 2021 episodes—and 2 PREMIERES! The CHRIS COLLINS Show celebrates MUSIC STORM 2021 Part 2.  We’ve invited STRIKE A CHORD music guests from seasons 7 and 8 to talk all things music, current song releases and what we can listen to in the future.

EC Mayne LIVE from Texas is working on a new album—cooking up some club bangers! “Ahhh man the south got something to say. The West and East coast get ready—cause them southern states are bringin some serious heat and candy painted rims to the rap game!” Follow EC Mayne on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ecmayne/

Omar Feliciano from The Phoenix Within joins the show from Queens NY!  The Phoenix Within is playing a fully SOLD OUT 3 days at Inkcarceration 2021. There’s some major bands performing at this festival—Slipnot, Mudvayne, Rob Zombie, Halestorm, Beartooth and many more. How stoked is the band? “LET US OUT!” Omar and the band are completely blown away to play with many of their favorite rock idols.  AND—then on to the Blue Ridge Rock Festival 2021! Keep up with The Phoenix Within at https://thephoenixwithinrock.weebly.com/

Cloe Wilder POP sensation has teamed up with MTV's mental Health awareness campaign. Cloe is a huge advocate for speaking on mental health—“I’ve been reflecting on that lately.” AND—CLOE has made it onto Chris’s playlist—“I’m hard ROCK—but I WANNA BE ALONE WITH YOU moves me!” Learn more and follow CLOE on IG: https://www.instagram.com/cloewilder

Finnish POP FOLK band Jonas and I joins the show from Finland to PREMIERE their brand new single I’LL BE FREE.  2021 has been a challenging year for the boys—but they have embraced their fears—changes in their personal lives—and fought off polar bears!  Did they mean Reindeer?! This is how Jonas and I write a song! Chris reminds the boys—“the only constant is change!” SO DEEP!  Keep up with Jonas and I at http://www.jonasandi.com

Texas RAPPER KAYNE joins the show to promote his NEW single Damn Shawty—great music video! What’s going on in KAYNES world? Have you ever played a little video called Grand Theft Auto? Ever wish you could transport yourself into that video game world and take over? KAYNE did! Big ol’ bitties or low resolution triangle titties—he made it happen! Follow KAYNE on IG at: https://www.instagram.com/Kayne8008/

Animal Sun brother-duo Will and Steve join the show to PREMIERE their brand new visual album Echoes of a Dream. Inspiration happens when you least expect it.  Animal Sun reveals how a 3 year old previous track Girl in Blue became the blueprint to create an entire musical universe for this album.  Also — the boys let the animal out of its cage showcasing their brand-new music video ‘More Than A Friend’ for the first time ever on the Chris Collins Show. Follow Animal Sun on IG at https://www.animalsunofficial.net/

The PANDEMIC can’t stop us! The CHRIS COLLINS SHOW celebrates MUSIC STORM 2021 Part 1.  STRIKE A CHORD music guests from seasons 7 and 8 return to the show to talk all things music! Including a PREMIERE of a brand new single, current song releases, and music in progress.

Tiana Kocher is vaxxed and ready to be sassy… her new single, YOU TRIED IT.

Michael Cuenca from Some Daggers Wear Red is also a filmmaker! His latest film SO GOES THE NIGHT got the nod from judge FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA as a finalist in the 2020 ZOETROPE SCREENPLAY COMPETITION.

Dezmond Walker gets us right side up announcing his debut R&B EP Sophisticated Sad Boy with featured track MOVE ON. Yes there are Heartbreak songs on this album but like Dezmond say’s “there’s something on the other side.” Chris wants his style—and smile!

Rebel Mel of DUOLOS wants everyone to know that weddings are no longer boring—play MY PLEDGE!   Do you know the most pretentious people on the planet? Tune in! Rebel spells it out!

AJ Gordon of Saturn till June PREMIERES a brand new single MALIBU DAZE.  Remember when you dated two different people at the same time but they were more or less the same? Chris is still stuck in a CALIFORNIA HAZE when it comes to his love life.

The BAD GUY Texas native YT WILL brings the smoke! And cigar! The DEMI-GOD is working on a new album called WORK IN PROGRESS—you gotta grind to meet that goal!

Drummer Chris Dalley of Authority Zero is back on STRIKE A CHORD to promote their new EP “The Back Nine.”  A lot has changed for the band.  Former guitarist Dan Aid got an acting gig on Good Girls TV series making room for a new guitarist.  Enter Eric Walsh who joined the band through an online audition and COVID turning the band into avid golf enthusiasts?!  Little known fact.  Chris is the biggest Authority Zero fan girl!!!  He dreams of having tits just to get them signed by the band.  “The Back Nine” is a golf reference to the last nine holes—or is it?  “So it’s not about the golf course it’s about intercourse?” Dalley pleads the fifth.  Awesome EP! Check it out https://www.authorityzero.com.

Ladies and Gentlemen. Boys and girls.  Let’s welcome Rhett Guter with a round of applause for Virtual Mind Reading!  Magician Rhett Guter joins JUST TALKING from the beautiful sandy beaches of Cabo San Lucas to spread jealousy and virtual zoom magic. Rhett breaks down the Theatre of the Mind—a good magician forces you to question what’s real and possible. His first trick gets Marissa sexually excited with Shakespearean references while Chris struggles to find his fuzzy balls. "Virtual Magic is a brand new genre of performing arts." It’s live on your phone and the audience is part of the trick—AND the interaction is real!!! Skeptical at first.  It doesn’t take long before Rhett goes to the darkest nether regions of Chris and Marissa’s mind—only to come back with hard gum and Nine Inch Nails—he nailed it! Experience the magic on your side of the screen—Rhett Guter  www.playupstream.org.