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Devin explains why the heaviest music comes from the most sensitive people, not "sociopaths".
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Neeley and Chris dive into the bizarre legal fallout of a Tennessee school board member facing criminal assault charges after a context-dependent comment to a student. Was it a predatory move, or did an algorithmic outrage mob just destroy a 20-year career over a colloquial phrase? Immediately following that, the hosts react to the shocking viral footage of an elderly woman engaging in a physical brawl with a Tim Hortons shift leader. We break down the footage, look at who threw the first punch, and ask the uncomfortable question: Has public decorum officially collapsed?
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Nazareth founding member Pete Agnew doesn't pull punches when discussing the state of the music industry and the upcoming "Titans of Classic Rock" tour with Foghat. While the world remembers them for the legendary ballad "Love Hurts," Agnew reveals the raw, hard-rocking reality of a band that has survived five decades of industry shifts. From the "gift from the gods" in new vocalist Gianni Pontillo to the polarizing effect of the internet on global setlists, this is an uncensored look at rock royalty still claiming their throne. Discover why the "original rockers" are the only ones left who truly understand the spirit of the 70s.
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Why is everyone still suing Michael Jackson's estate? Neeley and Chris are giving their honest take on the skepticism surrounding the latest legal battle and reviewing the trailer for the upcoming MICHAEL biopic. We're also talking about the tragedy of the woman who fell off the cruise ship and the infuriating new trend of "seat squatting" on planes. Finally, CMS Producer Weezie honors our lost friend, Bob Nalbandian. Share and follow for the metal-fueled truth! Get commercial-free episodes by joining Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium. Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!
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Seriously, how do you keep your music fresh when you're a band with a decades-long history? It's tough! Chris chats with Agnostic Front bassist Mike Gallo about their latest, ECHOES OF ETERNITY. They talk about the killer sound improvements, what it was like working with a legend like DMC for the first time, and the guts it takes to try new things as a legacy act. Don't just listen—hit that share button, follow us, and subscribe to Rumble Premium for more! Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!
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What’s crazier: Lemmy destroying a multi-million dollar mixing board with a cheeseburger, or King Diamond getting $26,000 a year from his government just for being an artist? Neeley and Chris tackle these wild metal stories! We also review George Lynch's new single, which he released after admitting he totally lied about retiring. Hint: the guys are NOT impressed. Plus, check out the insane guitar talent from a young private school student. Like, follow, and share this video! Get commercial-free episodes and more by joining Rumble Premium at https://rumble.com/premium. Hail and Kill! Join the rebellion!
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One of the most popular bands of today, with one of their best releases... period!
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We just chatted with Devin Townsend about this release, so why not share it with all of you. It's not for everyone, but it's damn good!!
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The public clip barely scratches the surface of what's happening to the live touring market. While the public gets the sanitized PR statements, the real discussion about who is actually selling tickets, who is using backing tracks, and which legendary bands are on the absolute brink of financial disaster happened behind closed doors on Locals.
We thought we’ve seen it all, but Chris Akin’s fake online dating profile might have officially broken the show. What started as a joke quickly spiraled into a dramatic reading of "Chris A is Fun"—a profile packed with turtle emotions, fake six-figure programming jobs, and some of the most questionable messaging tactics ever recorded. The public clip barely scratches the surface of the absolute chaos that unfolded.
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Traditional heavy metal was supposed to stay buried in the 1980s, replaced by whatever the corporate labels told us to listen to. Then a group of teenagers from Arizona showed up, started playing massive European festivals, and completely rejected the modern scene. Neeley caught up with Jeremy Goldberg of Age of Evil in this interview from 2012. But as things heat up, a bigger question is starting to emerge about where the music industry is actually heading.
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