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Look, we all have that “background noise” show. For Chris, it’s Law & Order. But paying for YouTube TV or cable just to watch reruns is freaking insanity when FAST channels (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV) are out here killing the game. Chris breaks down why platforms like XUMO are actually running better than regular TV now—no weird cuts, better quality, and zero subscription fees. If you’re still paying $100/month for “motocross” channels you don’t watch, you’re doing it wrong.

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Are you still paying for cable like a total chump, or have you finally cut the cord?

Kiss legend Gene Simmons is taking the fight for artists’ rights straight to Washington against commercial radio—get the details! Neeley and Chris also drop their uncensored review of the new Guns N’ Roses tracks, “Nothin’“ and “Atlas.” They also break down major internet legislation that could change everything for users and talk about the free music platform, Demus.

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Get ready for a bombshell! Aerosmith just hit a huge milestone with hits in six decades, but the glow quickly fades when Neeley and Chris talk about a former producer who claims Joe Perry couldn’t nail some of their most iconic studio tracks. They also dive into the new Chicago and Styx tour, but be warned: the ticket prices they discuss are absolutely out of control and will blow your mind. Watch, share with everyone you know, hit that Follow button, and subscribe for more premium content! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

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“…which is what Anthrax would sound like if they were actually a good band.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it, and hold onto your beer, because the gloves are officially OFF! 🥊

Vocalist Sean Peck (of Cage and The Three Tremors) and Chris Akin are diving into the bone-crushing new Death Dealer album, Rain of Steel, which is hitting hard like a steel girder. They spill the tea on recording 80 songs in the pandemic, the drama with the album artwork, and why their music is the exact opposite of the “garbage” written during the quarantine. But does Sean Peck really believe he’s the only singer in heavy metal fighting for louder guitars in the mix?

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This new John Corabi solo track? Holy hell, bro, he absolutely crushed it! It’s got that raw, classic vibe we’ve been waiting for. This is a massive, F-bomb-worthy home run!

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John Corabi drops his debut solo album, NEW DAY, and the title track is straight fire! Chris Akin Presents is losing their minds—but for the right reasons this time! Is this the best thing Corabi has released in years? Did he just deliver a perfect dose of that raw, classic hard rock? We are AMPED over this, bro! This track absolutely slays.

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Did the Curse of Jayne Mansfield follow her life right to the end? Neeley and Chris watched a ton of documentaries this week and they’re spilling all the details! Hear their thoughts on the new Jayne Mansfield doc, the explosive Puff Daddy docuseries, and the upcoming series The Abandons. Plus, find out what kind of energy Chris has left for his second podcast after CMS wraps up.

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Did Jayne Mansfield’s life really have a Hollywood curse? Neeley and Chris dove deep into a bunch of docs this week, covering everything from the wild life of Jayne Mansfield to the new Puff Daddy docuseries. Plus, they talk about a new show called The Abandons and Chris’s extra work on the Crunch podcast after the show.

Get ready for a bombshell! Aerosmith just hit a huge milestone with hits in six decades, but the glow quickly fades when Neeley and Chris talk about a former producer who claims Joe Perry couldn’t nail some of their most iconic studio tracks. They also dive into the new Chicago and Styx tour, but be warned: the ticket prices they discuss are absolutely out of control and will blow your mind. Watch, share with everyone you know, hit that Follow button, and subscribe for more premium content! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

Hold onto your wallet! Neeley and Chris can’t believe the price for a new Megadeth listening event, plus all the details on the band’s planned movie theater run. Find out why Dave Mustaine refuses to work with one original member because of their past “behavior.” And, what’s going on with former Skid Row frontman Erik Gronwall? He quit due to health concerns, but is now back with a new solo show announcement. Watch, share, and hit that Follow button!

Kiss legend Gene Simmons is taking the fight for artists’ rights straight to Washington against commercial radio—get the details! Neeley and Chris also drop their uncensored review of the new Guns N’ Roses tracks, “Nothin’” and “Atlas.” They also break down major internet legislation that could change everything for users and talk about the free music platform, Demus.

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“If you’re going to make a record, make a good record, you know? And L.A. Guns’ Leopard Skin album is a turd. It’s a goddamn turd.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it... The guys go off on the sheer inconsistency of bands like L.A. Guns, contrasting their “turd of an album” with the flawless careers of thrash legends Testament and Overkill!

Neeley and Chris are back, picking up on the debate over Metallica’s St. Anger before diving into the controversial new lineup of Metal Church. They praise the total consistency of bands like Testament and Overkill, then deliver a brutal one-two punch against L.A. Guns’ album LEOPARD SKIN. Finally, they dig into the reports that Death Angel singer Mark Osegueda is losing focus on recording a new album, especially when Slayer is still “brilliant live”. What happened to L.A. Guns?

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“Some of the songs are actually decent, except for the drums. But if they could remix it and reproduce it or something... holy shit, this thing sounds amazing.” Wait till you hear WHY they said it... Chris defends Metallica’s St. Anger, claiming the notorious ‘clanky drums’ are the only thing preventing it from being a masterpiece!

Neeley and Chris dive into the bizarre news of Glenn Danzig singing Elvis covers for New Year’s Eve at the House of Blues and the even weirder planned Sex Pistols shows featuring a new singer instead of Johnny Rotten. They talk about the new BOMBSHELL EP from Tommy Thayer and Jamie St. James before delivering a scorching take on The Hair Metal Guru’s interview length. The episode closes by asking the ultimate question: Could Metallica’s ST. ANGER have been good if they just fixed the ridiculous clanky drums?

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In this exclusive interview, Chris Akin chats with Jimmy Waldo, the legendary keyboardist for the heavy metal band Alcatrazz, about their new release, Prior Convictions, which features new recordings of classic material and some fresh tracks. Jimmy gets super real about the band’s decision to show off their current incredible lineup , including singer Giles Lavery, rather than chasing a “famous name” singer who might lack the right chemistry. He also spills the details on his knack for finding guitar phenoms, from Yngwie Malmsteen to Steve Vai and now Joe Stump , explaining that aggressive playing and genuine attitude are what he looks for, not just speed. Finally, Jimmy confirms that the songs, not the star power, are what matter most to the audience.

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