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On this discussion episode of TREMORS, Matt & Chris talk about the current live music environment as we head in to 2022. The guys talk about the fall out from the tragic Astroworld Festival and what impact will it have, if any, on hard rock and metal festivals in the US. They also discuss the current obstacles that underground/independent bands and artists are facing and give suggestions on what bands could do during these challenging times to attract more fans and bring more attention their music.

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The Ross The Boss BETRAYAL: Don't Buy the Corporate PR Garbage! (VIP)

Ross The Boss is facing a death sentence with ALS, and suddenly the "Kings of Metal" have a heart?. Give us a f*cking break. While the mainstream media laps up Manowar’s "deeply saddened" press release, we’re digging into the 35 years of backstabbing and lawsuits that Manowar wants you to forget. Is this a genuine peace offering, or is Joey DeMaio just terrified of the fans finally seeing him for the greedy "monster" he really is?. Alex and Alicia aren't playing nice—hit play to hear the brutal truth about the "evil" that Ross himself says destroyed the band.

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00:00 Ross The Boss: The ALS Death Sentence
01:45 Manowar’s "Corporate Horseshit" Statement
03:12 35 Years of Evil: Joey DeMaio’s Greed Exposed
05:30 The "Scumbag" Apology that Never Happened
07:45 Why the New Manowar is "Mediocre Sh*t"

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PAUL STANLEY EXPOSED: 35 Years of the SAME Script? (2009)

Is the “Starchild” actually a well-oiled robot repeating the same lines for four decades? Neeley and Chris dig into the archives to prove that Paul Stanley hasn’t had an original thought on stage since 1973. Does the mainstream rock media actually believe this “Public Service Announcement” routine is organic, or are they just too scared to call out the KISS machine for being a total scripted sham? You won’t believe how identical these rants are until you hear the side-by-side evidence—hit play and see the mask slip. This episode originally aired on 9/12/09.

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  • The “Open Loop” Mystery: Does Paul Have a Script?
  • 1975 vs 1996: The “Alcohol” Speech Evolution
  • “How Many Animals?” – Paul Insults Detroit
  • The “Madison Square Garden” Fraud
  • The Band Isn’t Ready! Paul’s Epic Script Fail

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BRAD ARNOLD DEAD AT 47: The Shocking End of a Rock Legend!

The industry just lost its "Kryptonite," but why does the timing feel so damn wrong? Brad Arnold was only 47 years old—practically a kid in rock years—and the CMS News Exclusive is the only place with the balls to ask if the rock lifestyle finally claimed another victim or if the system failed him. The mainstream media is giving you the Hallmark version of the story, but Alicia and Alex are digging into the wreckage. Do you want the sanitized obituary, or do you want the scorched-earth reality of what happens when a rock soul burns out too soon? Hit play and find out why the rock community is actually pissed off.

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DEAD ARTIST LAWSUITS & AIRPLANE SEAT SQUATTERS! (Audio)

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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Agnostic Front BASSIST on DMC & Their Bold New Sound! (Audio)

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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LEMMY SMASHES MIXING BOARD! KING DIAMOND'S $26K HANDOUT! (Audio)

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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Ghost have just dropped the new video for their song ‘Umbra’

My band’s EP is finally done and just released. It’s on all platforms except Bandcamp right now. Hopefully it’ll be up within the week. Check it out and see if you like anything! (I pickup lead vocals shortly after the guitar solo)

~ Liner notes for Death Sentence ~

Someone asked me if we’d ever do a “love song” and my response was no. But then I got to thinking, what would a “ballad” sound like coming from a bunch of guys who’ve gone MGTOW? We’ve all been chewed up and spit out by the meat grinder known as divorce and family court. So this is our bands idea of a “love” song.

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Couldn't resist! Had to have the vinyl box set as well!!! God only knows how many copies of this (the greatest live album ever released) I own, but just had to have it! Made In Japan by the great Deep Purple!!!!

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Charlie Dominici UNLEASHED: The Real Reason He Left Dream Theater!

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Is the mainstream metal media feeding you a sanitized version of history, or are you ready for the scorched earth truth? Charlie Dominici joins the show to peel back the layers of a conspiracy-laden trilogy that most "prog-nerds" are too blind to understand. Was his departure from Dream Theater just the beginning of a much larger, more sinister spiritual mission? Only Neeley and Chris have the stones to ask if Dominici has actually found the "Truth" or if the industry is actively suppressing the message behind 03. You have to hear this to believe it. This interview is from April of 2008. 

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00:00 The Leader of the Pack Arrives
02:15 03 Trilogy: Peace, Serenity, and Global Chaos
04:30 Dominici’s Sponge for "Forbidden" Information
07:45 The Truth About "Unwilling Volunteers"
10:12 Why 03 Part 3 Will Rattle Your Brain

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THE LINEUP: We dive deep into the legends: Motley Crue, Metallica, Judas Priest, Poison, Metal Church, Dokken, Lynch Mob, Journey, Ratt, and our favorite target, Eddie Trunk.

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Mainstream "Metal Lessons" Are a Lie—Witness the Most Unprepared Host in History

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Neeley and Chris just discovered the ultimate “bastion of all things good”—a Blog Talk Radio host who calls himself Chris P. Bacon. Is this unprepared 16-year-old really the best replacement for the legendary Metal Lessons show, or is he just another loop-talking amateur who doesn’t know his Robert Johnson from his Eric Johnson? From “bleeding fingers” to “guitars that cry rust,” you won’t believe the absolute nonsense being passed off as “heavy metal history” on the streets of San Diego.

(00:02:43) “Pretty Sweet”: Chris P. Bacon Debuts with No Name and No Listeners

(00:05:22) The “Nose Picker” Conspiracy: How About.com and Black Enterprise Magazine Created a DJ

(00:11:31) Metal Roots or Mental Case? Tracing Heavy Metal Back to 1930s Delta Blues

(00:23:42) Himiny-Jiminy! The Most Racist “Balloon Boy” Impression in Radio History

(00:35:19) “The Real” Geoff Tate Calls In and Expresses His “Displeasure”

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🤘 THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW: Unfiltered. Unapologetic. Since 1996, THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW has caused global chaos. Neeley and Chris deliver the best “shock jock” radio today—a scorched-earth look at pop culture, sex, and the 80s Hard Rock we live for.

THE LINEUP: We dive deep into the legends: Motley Crue, Metallica, Judas Priest, Poison, Metal Church, Dokken, Lynch Mob, Journey, Ratt, and our favorite target, Eddie Trunk.

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WINGER Legend Rod Morgenstein: "I Was Told I’m The Worst Drummer Ever!"

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What happens when the band that defines your entire identity suddenly calls it quits? Rod Morgenstein has spent 50 years at the top of the mountain with Winger and Dixie Dregs, but he reveals the “rough emotional year” that left him questioning his own existence. From being rejected by pop icons to the secret “muscle memory” technique he never mastered, Rod is pulling back the curtain on the side of the drum kit the fans never see. Is a legacy enough to keep you afloat when the phone stops ringing, or is every legend just one bad audition away from being “the worst ever heard?”

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– The Emotional Fallout: When Winger Finally Ended
– The Secret Technique Rod Never Mastered
– “The Worst Drummer Ever”: Failing Major Auditions
– Transitioning from Fusion Master to Rock Simpleton
– Voices of Extreme: The Next Original Chapter

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