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TOWNSEND: Heavy Metal is for Hypersensitive Kids
Devin explains why the heaviest music comes from the most sensitive people, not "sociopaths".
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75-Year-Old Grandma Picks The Wrong Shift Leader At Tim Hortons (VIP)
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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Why Nazareth’s Pete Agnew Thinks the Internet is KILLING Rock and Roll
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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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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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Masterplan Added To CMS Radio!!
Just added 4 brand new tracks from Masterplan (featuring Roland Grapow)! New album Metalmorphosis coming around the end of June... but we have a good portion of it now!!
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CMS LIVE 5/30/26: What Really Happened Behind The Bret Michaels Exit From Freedom 250?
Bret Michaels pulled out of the Freedom 250 event and what should have been a simple announcement quickly turned into something much bigger.
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Bret Michaels pulled out of the Freedom 250 event and what should have been a simple announcement quickly turned into something much bigger.
Fans immediately split into camps.
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Some say he made the smart move. Others think the timing raises questions that still haven't been answered.
And that's only the beginning.
We also look at George Lynch distancing Lynch Mob from Dokken territory, Sepultura preparing for their final career performance, Armored Saint joining Metal Church on a major co-headlining run, and why Angry Anderson still refuses to put Rose Tattoo completely to rest.
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Something About This New Dokken Spin-Off Feels Incredibly Off! 2012
The classic era of 80s rock is fading, but what happens when the musicians themselves start tearing down their own legacy? We stumbled onto an unannounced, under-the-radar Dokken spin-off project featuring George Lynch, Jeff Pilson, and Mick Brown, and the results are... well, you just have to hear it to believe it. From helium vocals to sloppy guitar work, this might be the strangest rock release of the year.
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Is this a cool tribute to a classic catalog, or is it a cheap, unproduced cash-in that should have stayed in the vault? We break down the tracks featuring Sebastian Bach, Tim "The Ripper" Owens, and Robert Mason, and point out exactly where things went completely off the rails. Let us know in the comments if you think this damages the band's history.
Fans Really Aren’t Agreeing On This 2012!
Something about the way rock media used to operate just hits differently, but not everybody agrees on what that actually means for the scene today. A look back at how "metal experts" used to handle regional festivals has left a lot of fans completely split.
Some people are calling it the funniest, most authentic representation of raw rock radio culture out there, while others are wondering how this even made it to air.
Let's not pretend the industry is the same as it used to be. Today, everything is sanitized, corporate-approved, and deeply self-serious. But when you look back at how things used to be handled behind the mic, it raises a lot of questions about where the dangerous edge of rock media actually went—or if it was just a chaotic mess all along.
