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Since 1996, THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW has been the ultimate destination for honest, no-holds-barred talk about hard rock, heavy metal, and everything in between. This isn't just another channel. It's an uncensored community. On our paid tier, you get commercial-free access to all of our daily episodes, plus bonus content, behind-the-scenes insights, and the opportunity to interact with us directly. I... more

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Axel Rudi Pell
Guitarist and frontman of Axel Rudi Pell Band
Axel Rudi Pell Band
Episode: AXEL RUDI PELL: "I’m a Musical Genius and the Industry Can’t Handle It"
Billy Sheehan
Mr. Big bassist and solo artist
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Episode: 25-Year-Old Grudges & Sitting On Stools: Why Your Favorite Classic Rock Icons Are Crumbling + Throwback
Ben Jackson
Guitarist, Crimson Glory
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Episode: THE DUMPSTER HEIST: Deep Purple, Accidental Theft, and the Death of "Metal Cred" + Throwback
Richie Katzen
Guest on CMS TV/Radio segments
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Episode: Ticketmaster’s Private Slack Messages Reveal How Much They HATE You + Throwback
Cristina Vega
International rock and heavy metal vocalist, based in Barcelona
Cobra Spell
Episode: Is Every Metal Vocalist Auditioning for Skid Row Actually This Bad? + Throwback
Mike Terry
Member of Volumes, central guest discussing Mirror Touch
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Episode: Why Volumes' Mike Terry Thinks You’re Too Distracted to Hear Real Art
Jordan Rudis
Guitarist from Dream Theater, guest on CMS TV
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Episode: THE AI APOCALYPSE: Why Google Is Already DEAD & You’re Next! + Throwback
Eric Braverman
Guest on the episode with a 'major announcement' about the metal world
Episode: Neeley’s Back, Chris is Drunk, and the Metal World is About to Explode! 10/6/12
Don Aery
Keyboardist, Deep Purple and Rainbow veteran, solo artist
Don Aery
Episode: THE DEATH OF COMEDY? Why Bill Burr’s New Special Actually Sucks + Throwback

Hosts

Chris Akin
Host and co-host of Classic Metal Show, Chris Akin delivers an honest and entertaining perspective on heavy metal and hard rock culture, drawing on two decades of experience in the music media landscape.
Neeley
Co-host of Classic Metal Show, known for engaging discussions and comedic commentary that resonate with the metal community, often bringing personal anecdotes to the forefront.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • ANTISEMITES. Shame on you two !

    What was the need to call David Lee Roth “a Jew with a Jew hook nose”

    Episode name: “David Lee Roth’s last performance - a total train wreck” six minutes in.

    I wonder if they’d say it to David Lee Roth’s face or the people they report to or Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons and many more.

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    DP’67
    United States5 months ago
  • Always Entertaining!!!

    I look forward to and enjoying every single episode!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RocknRoller
    United States7 months ago
  • Racists. Shame on you two !

    What was the need to call David Lee Roth a Jew “with a Jew hook nose”

    Episode “David Lee Roth’s last performance - a total train wreck” six minutes in.

    I wonder if they’d say it to David Lee Roth’s face or the people they report to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    DP’67
    United States7 months ago
  • Fun show!

    Awesome show! Great content and never ever boring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PJCobi
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome fun show

    Awesome fun show to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Wyldman999
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, feedback indicates a divide where some appreciate the show's honest take on metal, while others find certain jokes or comments off-putting.
Some listeners express excitement over the hosts' entertaining and humorous commentary, eagerly anticipating each episode for fun and lively discussions.
However, there are critiques about some of the hosts' controversial opinions, which have led to significant backlash from a portion of the audience, particularly concerning sensitive topics.

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Q: How does being on High Roller affect you, and do you experience pushback or constraints?
They've been supportive and non-exploitative, mainly licensing the work for a set period, with practical support like pressing and distributing records; overall, a positive and hassle-free partnership.
The Portland Metal Scene Is A LIE? Stainless Breaks The Industry Silence
Q: What was the approach to making Restless and Ready feel aimed at live performance rather than just the studio version?
The band aimed for a groove that would work loudly in a venue, and included multiple solos for each section to recreate that festival or club energy and to give the crowd something to latch onto.
The Portland Metal Scene Is A LIE? Stainless Breaks The Industry Silence
Q: How did you handle the lineup change during production, and did it affect the recording timeline?
We dealt with it by moving forward quickly, leveraging a close friend to help assemble the new lineup and push through the four-month window, which prevented a year-long delay and kept the project on track.
25-Year-Old Grudges & Sitting On Stools: Why Your Favorite Classic Rock Icons Are Crumbling + Throwback
Q: How has Lemmy from Motorhead influenced your career?
Billy Sheehan describes Lemmy as a monumental influence, citing the Ace of Spades as a landmark work and recounting personal interactions and admiration for Lemmy's breadth of knowledge and presence; he emphasizes the inspiration Lemmy provides as a modern-rock icon and mentor-like figure in his life.
AXEL RUDI PELL: "I’m a Musical Genius and the Industry Can’t Handle It"
Q: Talk a little bit about that. How much actual production do you have? How much guiding do you have to do with these guys?
There's always to push the group to stay under one hood; it can be tough, but the band is professional and aligned in the same musical wavelength, so it's mostly about guiding and keeping the vision cohesive.

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Featuring a variety of discussions around heavy metal, hard rock, and the music industry, this podcast offers listeners an unfiltered experience filled with banter and strong opinions. Episodes often focus on contemporary issues in the metal scene, such as band dynamics, new releases, and industry changes, while incorporating personal stories and humorous anecdotes from the hosts' experiences in the music community. The show attracts fans who appreciate a genuine, unscripted take on their favorite genre, ensuring that the conversations never shy away from controversial ideas or unpopular truths.

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Classic Metal Show launched 5 years ago and published 769 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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