In the colorful tapestry of 1970s rock, few bands sparkled as brightly as ANGEL. Known for their extravagant performances and a dazzling mix of glam, hard, and progressive rock, ANGEL captured the essence of an era where music was as much about the spectacle as the sound. Discovered by KISS's Gene Simmons, ANGEL's journey began with their debut album in 1975, which leaned heavily into progressive rock, setting them apart from the glam pop they'd later embrace on albums like "On Earth As It Is In Heaven" (1977) and "Sinful" (1979).
ANGEL was not just about music; it was an experience. Their all-white attire stood in stark contrast to KISS’s dark aesthetic, creating a visual yin-yang on stage. This theatrical approach was epitomized in their live shows, where the band's members, including vocalist Frank DiMino, guitarist Punky Meadows, keyboardist Gregg Giuffria, bassist Mickie Jones, and drummer Barry Brandt, donned white satin outfits that became their signature.
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This week, The Big Guy with the Big Show, The Lord, Nelson That Is, goes all in with To Fight For—a no-bullshit band blazing their own path with heavy grooves, spiritual grit, and real-world passion. No flash. No gimmicks. Just music that HITS.
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In this edition of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... NEWS, Chris weighs in on Sevendust's upcoming 21st-anniversary celebration of their acoustic album, Southside Double-Wide: Acoustic Live. He poses a thought-provoking question: are these anniversary tours genuine milestones, or simply a modern necessity for bands to maintain a touring presence? Chris offers his perspective on this growing trend in the music industry.
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Seth and Chris dive into the fake outrage surrounding comedian Shane Gillis's ESPYs appearance. They'll expose the "delusional" WNBA players demanding more money and tackle other hot topics. Seth shares a personal story about an online argument that crossed the line, dragging his family into it. Finally, they close out with Donald Trump's surprising support for the Cleveland Indians and Washington Redskins reinstating their original names.
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When an artist admits his tour is canceled due to poor ticket sales, you almost want to give him credit. But once Neeley and Chris hit play on JP Saxe’s music, all bets are off! What follows is a merciless, hilarious, and brutally honest destruction of his sugary pop garbage. This is what uncensored comedy sounds like when metal guys give pop a listen.
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Chris Akin sits down with the powerhouse vocalist of Primal Fear, Ralf Scheepers! They're diving deep into the band's latest release, DOMINATION. Ralf gets candid about the serious health issues facing bassist and band mainstay Mat Sinner, revealing what the new album was originally supposed to be called. They also discuss bringing new members into the fold and whether Sinner's health ever led to concerns about ending Primal Fear altogether. Don't miss this honest and insightful interview!
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Metal legends Megadeth are hanging it up after one last album and tour. Neeley and Chris dig into Dave Mustaine’s legacy, his infamous reputation, and whether he’ll bring back former members for a proper send-off—or just burn bridges on the way out. No filters, no safe takes—just raw metal truth. Share, follow, and join our VIP community for exclusive content, early releases, and more!
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No weak tracks. Blitz’s voice = razorblades.
This 1988 beast still annihilates.
👑 Best thrash band never in the Big 4? Maybe.
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