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Steven Blush on Hardcore Punk, Reagan's America & Underground Culture

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On this episode of Today’s Boondoggle, we dive headfirst into the underground with author and filmmaker Steven Blush! From a political awakening in Washington D.C. to the chaos of the Reagan Era, Steven takes us on a wild ride through the hardcore punk scene that changed his life forever. Hear epic stories about booking White Zombie for 6 people, hanging with Black Flag and Bad Brains, and Henry Rollins getting his you-know-whats lit on fire. We talk the 25th anniversary of American Hardcore, Sundance memories, burning bridges with glam metal, and growing up with Matt Pinfield. Plus, what happens when rock meets disco, the legend of Seconds Magazine, and bustin’ balls with Billie Jean King. This is one for the books — if you love hardcore music, underground culture, and unfiltered stories from the frontlines of rebellion, buckle up!

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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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Sevendust's Acoustic Anniversary Tour: A Real Celebration or Just a Reason to Tour?

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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Shane Gillis "Outrage" Debunked! WNBA Delusion! Trump Backs Indians/Redskins!

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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Spinal Tap Sequel? Meh. Anthrax Teases BS Single? Of Course. (Audio)

Neeley and Chris react to the news of a Spinal Tap sequel—is it worth revisiting, or is the joke old now? They cover a surprise live EP from Led Zeppelin, Chris slams Anthrax for promoting a new single months early, and they wrap up with a discussion about the reissue of Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks’ 1973 debut.

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Howard Stern Finally CANCELED? Seth Goes Off… Then Dyes His Beard LIVE! (Audio)

The unthinkable has happened — Howard Stern canceled? Seth and Chris unload on the legacy, decline, and hypocrisy of "The King of All Media" in brutal, uncensored fashion. THEN Seth dyes his beard LIVE in some ridiculous vanity stunt.

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Howard Stern Finally CANCELED? Seth Goes Off… Then Dyes His Beard LIVE! (Audio)
David Reece (Bangalore Choir): "Rapid Fire Succession," Whitesnake & Lynch Mob Stories! (Audio)

Chris Akin sits down with the legendary Bangalore Choir vocalist, David Reece! Get the inside scoop on their upcoming album, RAPID FIRE SUCCESSION: ON TARGET II, and the hot new track, "Bullet Train." They also tackle the high-stakes game of doing a sequel to a band's most popular release, and David drops some incredible, candid stories from his touring days with rock giants Whitesnake and Lynch Mob. Don't miss these truly "inside" tales from a rock veteran!

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David Reece (Bangalore Choir): "Rapid Fire Succession," Whitesnake & Lynch Mob Stories! (Audio)
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Hmmm, The Sun is reporting SiriusXM will be cancelling The Howard Stern Show. I guess take it with a grain of salt.

https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/14910416/howard-stern-show-canceled-contract-up/

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