Is this the worst Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition ever? Neeley and Chris dive into the controversial 2019 issue featuring Bret Michaels’ daughter, Raine, and some questionable ‘diverse’ choices. They also tackle punk rock legend Johnny Rotten’s very un-punk rock complaint about the homeless taking over his yard. Finally, we bring you up to speed on the crazy lawsuit facing Tesla boss Elon Musk over his social media “pedo” claims. Give this video a share, follow the channel, and consider Rumble Premium for more unfiltered takes! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

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Former Steel Panther bassist Lexxi Foxx has a new project, and it’s... certainly something! We break down his post-glam metal path. Then, we look at Madonna’s truly atrocious appearance on late-night TV and figure out why every major dance hit from the last four decades sounds exactly the same. Ready for the truth about your favorite club bangers? We’ve got it. Share this video, follow us for more, and grab Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium for the full, uncut shows! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

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Chris sits down with Queensrÿche guitarist Michael Wilton, “The Whip,” for a raw discussion about the band’s experience with the now-defunct PledgeMusic platform. Wilton doesn’t hold back, detailing how the company essentially stole the fan-funded budget for their album. We dissect his full response and give you the harsh reality of what happens when crowdfunding goes wrong. This is a must-hear for any fan who ever backed an artist! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

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Morbid Angel’s David Vincent has thrown down the gauntlet: if you don’t buy physical music, you’re not a real fan. Neeley and Chris dive into this seriously old-school take. We discuss why that mindset just doesn’t work in the modern music world. Plus, some genuinely hilarious flashbacks to the days when the guys were truck drivers and how they used to keep the metal flowing on the open road. Give us a follow, share this video, and join the premium club at https://rumble.com/premium! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

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Chris is back! We kick off this episode with the story you need to hear: the shocking details of his long absence, including his scary COVID-19 hospitalization and the tough road to recovery. From that heavy topic, we jump straight to the metal fun as Neeley recounts his pilgrimage to Michigan to see the legendary Dokken in action. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions and riffs! Give us a share, follow the channel, and grab Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium for all our exclusive content. Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!

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