Get ready for some good, solid rock! The hosts check out the new single “The Fire and the Flame” from Black Swan, the supergroup featuring Robin McCauley, Reb Beach, and Jeff Pilson. They immediately pick up on the track’s classic metal vibe, comparing it to Michael Schenker Group (MSG) and Ozzy’s “Bark at the Moon.” The consensus: Robin McCauley still sounds fantastic and the band delivers high-quality melodic rock. Tune in for the full reaction!

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You thought you knew why KK Downing left Judas Priest? Think again! He sets the record straight, revealing the true reasons behind his departure, the "retirement" lie, and his decade-long frustration. Get the unfiltered, shocking truth from the man himself!

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John Bush finally explains why now is the time to celebrate his Anthrax-era songs! He dives into the nostalgia, strategic show planning, and why Anthrax rarely plays his tracks in this exclusive interview. Don’t miss his thoughts on honoring his legacy! Subscribe for more metal content and updates.

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The speed is there, but everything else is a trainwreck! The hosts slam the production and vocal delivery on Megadeth’s “Tipping Point,” calling the mix “flat” and “bland” and arguing it sounds like a scratch track. They compare the disappointing sound to the “face-ripping” power of Testament and claim the lack of focus “justif[ies] retiring” if this is all the band has left. Do you agree that the production killed the song?

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The new Megadeth single “Tipping Point” drops, and the hosts do NOT hold back! 😬 Is this truly the final album, and is the single good enough to go out on? They tear into the track for being “tremendously average” and “repetitive” and then hilariously impersonate Dave Mustaine explaining why Megadeth will inevitably put out another “final” album. This is a must-see for all thrash metal fans!

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Chris Akin delivers news about the BulletBoys, with original drummer Jimmy DeAnda rejoining the band, alongside bassist Lonnie Vincent. He notes the band’s history of high turnover and the alleged difficulties with Marq Torien. While happy for the semi-reunion, Chris is skeptical about its longevity, especially since guitarist Mick Sweda has no desire to return. The bigger take-away is Chris’s controversial opinion that the “hair metal” genre is dying fast, with smaller shows and audiences who have simply “run its course” after seeing the bands multiple times over the last 15 years.

00:00:14 Intro & Welcome

00:00:24 Bullet Boys Fan Status

00:00:40 The Band’s High Turnover Rate

00:00:45 Mark Torien is “Difficult”

00:01:10 Ex-Members Formed Band “Lying, Stealing, and Treachery”

00:01:32 Two Ex-Members are Back in the Band

00:01:36 Jimmy DeAnda Rejoins Bullet Boys

00:01:46 Lonnie Vincent also Returned

00:01:56 Mick Sweda Has No Desire to Return

00:02:19 How Long Will This Reunion Last?

00:02:59 The Hair Metal Genre is Dying

00:03:29 The Audience Has Run Its Course

00:03:59 Jimmy DeAnda’s Return is a “Last Gasp”

00:04:12 Will They Sound Like the First Album?

00:04:48 Final Bullet Boys News

00:04:55 Do the Podcasty Stuff & Locals Plug

00:05:47 Outro

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Ever wonder what brings a legendary drummer back to the thrash metal scene after 30+ years? Gene "The Atomic Clock" Hoglan discusses the return of his band, paying homage to fallen member Jim Durkin, and lessons from Fear Factory. Subscribe and become a Substack VIP at

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Does Megadeth still have it? Neeley and Chris review their new song “Tipping Point.” We’re also checking out new tracks from a cool supergroup called NYC (ex-Warlock/WASP/Metal Church!), a collaboration between Miljenko Matijevic and Jeff Keith, and a fresh cut from Black Swan. New metal is on the slab!

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In this urgent episode of CMS News, Chris Akin shares the absolutely devastating news that KISS’s original lead guitarist, Ace Frehley, has passed away at the age of 74. The legend died after being hospitalized for a brain bleed following a fall and his family made the difficult decision to turn off his ventilator. Chris pays tribute to “Space Ace,” acknowledging his enormous influence on guitar players (alongside Eddie Van Halen) and the indelible mark he and KISS left on rock and roll, setting the tone for the 70s and early hair metal. It’s a profoundly sad day as we continue to lose our rock and roll heroes.

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Kristen Vaughn, an attractive mechanic from Indiana, was fired from her job after her co-worker discovered her OnlyFans account. Five years later, she’s a self-proclaimed multi-millionaire, joking, “thank you so much for firing me”. The hosts break down the absurd HR meeting and the hypocrisy of the workplace, as they debate the merits of her career choice and the unexpected fortune that came from a layoff. We ask: Was the company worried about sexual harassment or just the distraction?

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