The world has officially gone soft, and the music industry is leading the charge into the abyss. Why is a professional publicist pushing a band that sings about "mental fatigue" from working a 9-to-5, and how did society become so pussified that we cancel entire tours because of a weather app? From greedy labels trying to exploit the unreleased tracks of dead legends like John Sykes to Gen Z "fans" attacking young stars for flying private, the entitlement is at an all-time high. Are you ready to hear Neeley and Chris expose the "Soft Life" scammers and the corporate vultures who think you're too stupid to notice the heist?

On This Episode:

– The Pussification of Society: Ghost Cancels Shows for "Possible" Snow
– Raibard: The Most Pathetic "Soft Life" Anthem Ever Recorded
– POSTHUMOUS HEIST: Golden Robot Records vs. The John Sykes Estate
– Bonamassa & Slash: Who Actually Invited Don Lemon to a Blues Show?
– Gen Z Meltdown: Why Fans Hate Success and Private Jets

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Is the rock industry officially being run by "super-fans" with zero education and even less self-respect? Neeley and Chris just received a "bitch slap" from a self-proclaimed "Warrant Queen," and it’s the most embarrassing display of "industry" power we've ever seen. Does this delusional gatekeeper actually have the power to ban the CMS from interviewing Warrant, or is the mainstream media just too scared to show you how desperate these 80s camps have become? You won't believe the "deal" she tried to cut to keep us quiet.

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• The “Warrant Queen” Makes Her Entrance

• Defining the “Bitch Slap”

• Analyzing Eric’s “Special” Wine Gimmick

• The Permanent Interview Ban?

• GPA 3.9? Neeley Questions the Education

• Deleting Warrant From the Servers

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Is Metallica’s biggest hit a total fraud? Dave Mustaine just reignited the war of the thrash titans with a shocking claim that "Enter Sandman" was ripped off from an obscure 80s band! Mainstream metal media wants you to worship the "Black Album," but are you actually listening to a high-priced cover? Neeley and Chris expose the riffs that sound a little too "borrowed" and dive into the bizarre world of "Titar"—the viral Metallica "performance" that you literally cannot unsee.

– Dave Mustaine’s "Enter Sandman" Plagiarism Claim

– Excel vs. Metallica: Hear The Riff Comparison

– "TITAR": The Most Disturbing Metallica Cover on TikTok

– Convoy at 50: The Fake Trucker Who Conned the Charts

– CB Radio Filth: The Original 1970s Sexting

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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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Sick of the Super Bowl halftime turning into a preachy, anti-American social justice circus? Yeah, we are too. While Bad Bunny takes the stage on Sunday, February 8th for that forced "cultural moment" nobody asked for... we're flipping the script and cranking the volume to 11!Join Neeley & Chris LIVE for The Classic Metal Show Halftime Special – a straight-up, uncensored, no-apologies HALF HOUR of pure CMS debauchery!

Raw rock talk!

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Today, cinematic rock visionaries Earthside present the official video for “Earthsink” featuring Daedric. The clip supports the recent release of Let The Truth Speak – Deluxe Edition, marking two years since the band’s triumphant return. The new recording is an explosive collaboration with U.S. experimental metal artist Daedric, and rises with celestial beauty before crashing down with Earthside’s trademark, world-shaking intensity. The official video edited by Riivata Visuals can be viewed here: .

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Keyboardist Frank Sacramone reflects on the milestone: “Let The Truth Speak challenged everything—our writing, our production, our entire creative identity. It defined what ‘cinematic rock’ truly means for us. Now, we’re forging a future that can sustain our grandest visions.”

‘earthsink’ was born when Daedric shared a reel of an original vocal idea over the band's song Watching the Earth Sink. Earthside ...