Rephonic
Artwork for Chris Akin Presents

Chris Akin Presents

The CMS Network
Sierra Levesque
Rock Music
Covid-19
Heavy Metal
Authority
Hurricane Control
Obsidian
Richie Kotzen
Ratt
Eradicator
The Paradox
Judas Priest
Legions Of Doom
Female Rock Musicians
Bumblefoot
Desmond Child
The Sweet
Weather Modification
Natural Disasters
Climate Change

Chris Akin is one of the most in demand personalities in the world today. He's best known for his uncensored, shock jock antics on THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW. He's also spent over 20 years being one of the most well respected and quoted rock/metal journalists in the world. Erik Ferentinos is one of the hardest rockers in the business! He's currently the lead guitarist for RATT Vocalist Stephen Pearcy,... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes300Founded4 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
Music InterviewsMusic HistoryMusic

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Chris Akin Presents

Latest Episodes

Chris and Eric start the show with a look back at some of the weird stuff they acquired during their divorces, including a bizarre musket lamp and ridiculous framed art. This leads them into an extended riff on collectible items, telemarketing scams ... more

Wait, did one of the guys get a call to sing for Poison?! 📞 Stevie Rachelle spills on shutting down the toxic Metal Sludge message board, the drama with Matt Starr, and that wild rumor about Ace Frehley‘s health. We’re talking real money, fake names... more

Remember the wild, unfiltered chaos of the Metal Sludge gossip board? 💀 After 27 years, it’s officially gone! We’re talking about why it had to end, the insanity of music copyright strikes, a mysterious “crop circle guy”, and a terrible movie recomm... more

Have you ever been a thief? Join Chris and Erik as they delve into Erik’s road stories, Chris’s past life as a “thief,” and a new documentary on Hurricane Katrina. It’s a real storm of stories!

Get commercial-free versions of our episodes, early rel... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Classic Metal Show
Classic Metal ShowThe Classic Metal Show: Hail and Kill!
The Seth Williams Show
The Seth Williams ShowThe CMS Network
Decibel Geek Podcast
Decibel Geek PodcastDBG Productions

Recent Guests

Stevie Rachelle
Lead singer of Tough and founder of Metal Sludge
Metal Sludge
Episode: The REAL Reason Metal Sludge Shut Down its Board
Chris Ojeda
Vocalist of Byzantine
Byzantine
Episode: Byzantine's Chris Ojeda on HARBINGERS & Band Evolution (Free)
Maik Weichert
Guitarist and main man of Heaven Shall Burn
Heaven Shall Burn
Episode: Heaven Shall Burn: Heimat, Europe Domination & More! (Free)
Chris Caffery
Musician known for his work with Savatage and Trans-Siberian Orchestra
Episode: Chris Caffery on Savatage, TSO & '20 Years of the Music Man' (Free)
Mark Zonder
Drummer of A-Z and former member of Fates Warning
A-Z
Episode: Mark Zonder (ex-Fates Warning) on A-Z's A-Z2, Touring & Setbacks (Free)
Joakim Broden
Vocalist and main man of the Swedish metal band Sabaton
Sabaton
Episode: Joakim Broden (Sabaton) on "Templars", Epicness & Truth Hunting! (Free)
Jamie Holka
Guitarist and co-founder of Holka-Rondinelli
Episode: Holka-Rondinelli: The Gathering, Supergroup Fury & Lost Gigs (Free)
Bobby Rondinelli
Drummer and co-founder of Holka-Rondinelli, long-time musician known for work with Rainbow and other iconic bands.
Episode: Holka-Rondinelli: The Gathering, Supergroup Fury & Lost Gigs (Free)
Brandon Byers
Lead vocalist of the band Your Spirit Dies
Your Spirit Dies
Episode: Your Spirit Dies: Heavy Riffs & Anti-Spiritual Truths (Free)

Hosts

Chris Akin
Host known for his engaging commentary and shock jock antics, with extensive experience as a rock and metal journalist.
Erik Ferentinos
Co-host and lead guitarist with an extensive performance history in the rock genre, known for his candid insights and humor.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Finally

    Anyone who listens to the Classic Metal Show can relate. Chris FINALLY has a great show without the cringe master Dork. Thank god 🤘🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    deraild77
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans express a strong connection to the music industry insights shared, noting the authenticity and entertainment value of the discussions.
There is a favorable response to the guests invited onto the show, with many praising their unique perspectives and experiences.
Listeners appreciate the engaging dynamic between the hosts and their humorous takes on various topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

What Brought John Corabi Back to The Dead Daisies?
Q: Tell us about maybe like the next 12 months, what it looks like for The Dead Daisies.
We're getting ready to fly over to England, rehearse for a couple of days, and then tour the UK and Europe while promoting the new record, with more shows being planned for next year.
What Brought John Corabi Back to The Dead Daisies?
Q: What changed with Doug Aldridge? Is it just playing to what you guys are creating or did he make a conscious effort to change?
Doug is playing for the song, adjusting his style based on the song's needs and the overall vibe of the band, which has resulted in a more rootsy and bluesy sound.
What Brought John Corabi Back to The Dead Daisies?
Q: So, tell me about, you know, how you come back into The Dead Daisies, and was there any weirdness of it, or was it right back in the pocket, or how did it go?
It was pretty easy to come back because I didn't leave them on bad terms. I stayed in constant contact with the guys, so the return was smooth with overwhelmingly positive support from fans.
Is Judas Priest Regretting Any of Their Albums?
Q: Is there more music to make? Is this potentially the last record, last tour?
Ian expresses doubt about retirement plans, acknowledging age but stating that there are currently no plans to stop making music or touring.
How Did Sierra Levesque Get Desmond Child’s Attention?
Q: How did you get Desmond Child's attention?
Sierra recounts that she got Desmond's attention through an Instagram cover she posted and later engaged with him during an online masterclass at Rock Fantasy Camp, where he provided her with great feedback on her original song.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Chris Akin Presents

What is Chris Akin Presents about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Vividly engaging with the worlds of hard rock and heavy metal, a duo of seasoned hosts present thought-provoking commentary, interviews, and humorous anecdotes surrounding a variety of cultural topics. Episodes explore everything from the intricate dynamics of the music industry and celebrity culture to contemporary media critiques, often through a candid and irreverent lens. With a specific focus on the rock scene, the hosts invite listeners into their experiences, blending personal storytelling with discussions on current events, historical retrospectives, and pop culture phenomena.

The distinctiveness of this content lies in its unfiltered approach, combining humor with insightful observations about the music landscape, rock legends, an... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Chris Akin Presents?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Chris Akin Presents. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Chris Akin Presents and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Chris Akin Presents get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Chris Akin Presents, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Chris Akin Presents?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Chris Akin Presents, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Chris Akin Presents have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Chris Akin Presents has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Chris Akin Presents?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Chris Akin Presents:

1. Classic Metal Show
2. The Seth Williams Show
3. Another FN Podcast With Izzy Presley
4. Decibel Geek Podcast
5. Talk Louder

How many episodes of Chris Akin Presents are there?

Chris Akin Presents launched 4 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Chris Akin Presents?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Chris Akin Presents?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Chris Akin Presents from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Chris Akin Presents?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Chris Akin Presents. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Chris Akin Presents?

Recent guests on Chris Akin Presents include:

1. Stevie Rachelle
2. Chris Ojeda
3. Maik Weichert
4. Chris Caffery
5. Mark Zonder
6. Joakim Broden
7. Jamie Holka
8. Bobby Rondinelli

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days