On October 16, 2025, the world lost a musical legend when Ace Frehley, a founding member of KISS passed away at the age of 74. On this episode of Debating Metal, the guys will pay tribute to the One of One, the Spaceman, Ace Frehley.

From the time when he arrived at his audition wearing one red and one orange until what became his final performance on September 5th, 2025, Ace Frehley’s undeniable status as one of hard rock and heavy metal’s most influential guitarists has never wavered. Ace inspired countless rock guitarists throughout the years and on this episode, we dive into his legacy in KISS by ranking the 12 songs Ace sang in KISS.

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On this episode the guys go back to the 80’s.  Seems like a theme on this show. Anyway, they’re talking about one of the more unique glam bands from that period. On this episode we’re talking about Dokken. While Dokken has been around for over 40 years, their biggest impact came on the middle 80’s as they delivered 3 platinum albums in a 4 year period. With Don Dokken’s melodic vocals, George Lynch’s scorching guitar work and the pounding rhythm section of Jeff Pilson and Mick Brown, Dokken had a style all their own. With Don Dokken recently hinting at retirement, we decided it’s time to look back at all their releases and rank them Worst to First. And then at the end, it's the BIG4 Dokken songs. So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin....

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Guitarists are the foundation for every rock band. Whether its the driving rhythms of Johnny Cash or the finger tapping of Eddie Van Halen, guitarists are an essential part of a band. On this episode, the guys speak off the cuff about their favorite guitarists.  It's not about best or most influential, but about what we think of that guitar player.  So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin.

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For over 50 years, Ozzy entertained the world, first with Black Sabbath and then as a solo artist. Considered one of the Godfathers of Heavy Metal, Ozzy’s career has been like no other. From the streets of Birmingham England to the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame (twice!), Ozzy left an indelible mark on the world of heavy metal. Today we’re doing a special edition of Debating Metal. Today we're doing a deep dive into Ozzy’s albums with Worst to First Ozzy Osbourne. We also have a new BIG 4 for you, so sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin...

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In 1985, as thrash metal continued to make it's way out of the underground, two albums that were released 6 months apart set out to take the world by storm. First, on the west coast, Exodus released their long awaited (by fans!) debut album Bonded by Blood. Similarly, on the east coast, Overkill unleashed their debut Feel the Fire. Both bands are still going strong in 2025 and we love it! on this episode, we go head-to-head to see which debut album made you headbang more than the other! So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin. 

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On this week's episode, the guys gave each other 1 album that the other had never heard before asked them to offer their honest opinion as to what they thought. On what will become an every so often recurring topic we have dubbed "The Blind Listen", the guys talked about production, song structure, musicianship and overall quality of the music. Listen in and hear what the guys had to listen to and then give it a listen yourself and let us know what you think too! So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin...

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Melodic Death Metal. Nu Metal. Grunge Metal? Hair Metal? What was on your Mix tape in the year 2000? They guys give you theirs. So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin...

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One of the greatest frontmen in the history of heavy metal, Ozzy Osbourne has had an historic career. In that career, he has been surrounded by some of the greatest guitar players on the planet. On this episode, we dive into all the guitarists from his solo career including some names you may not have known were associated with the Prince of Darkness. So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin.

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Whether it was making a greatest hits tape of your favorite artists or putting together a tape of all your favorite songs off the radio, DJ intro included. For some it was just personal and fun, for others, it was skill that made them a little money as a side hustle. On this episode, the guys are going to make their own MIX TAPE just like the good old days. It’s 1986 All over again, so sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the mix begin.

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Last time we "remastered" one of our old Greatest Hits episodes, and this week we’re doing it all over again. This week, we’re giving you Metallica’s Greatest Hits – The Remastered Expanded Edition. 5 more songs added and in the style you've become familiar with.  So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin!

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