Neeley and Chris dive into the real meaning behind Van Halen’s iconic “I’ll Wait,” exploring what the song is truly about. Then, they break down a recent live version from David Lee Roth with unfiltered commentary. This is hard rock as it should be — raw, honest, and unapologetic. Like, share, and follow for more uncensored heavy metal insights. Become a paid VIP to get early access to exclusive content, contests, and more.
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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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Yesterday, David Lee Roth hit the stage… and it was rough. Neeley & Chris break down the set with zero filter – the weak vocals, the awkward stage presence, and why fans expecting 1984 got 2024 disappointment. If you miss when rock stars could still deliver, you’ll want to hear this. Share this video, follow us here on Rumble, and sign up to become a VIP for early releases, exclusive content, contests & more.
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Kirk Windstein, frontman of sludge legends Crowbar, has announced he’ll perform the next tour seated because of back problems. Chris HATES the growing “chair show” trend and asks Neeley — and the audience — if this is the death of stage energy in rock and metal. Have we normalized something that kills the live experience? SHARE this, FOLLOW CMS for more unfiltered talk, and sign up as a paid VIP for early releases, exclusive episodes, contests, and more!
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Seth and Chris are back with another uncensored roundhouse of truth. They dive into how Kamala Harris helped wreck the country, whether Seth should arm up with a gun, and then shift gears with food, beer, and wild laughs with Tony Musachio live from BJ’s. Nothing is off-limits. If you’re tired of filtered BS and want raw comedy, politics, and chaos, this is your show. Hit share, smash follow, and sign up as a paid VIP for early access, exclusive content, contests and more!
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🎸 Their melodies DESTROYED the competition.
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San Francisco, CA – Bay Area thrash metal titans TESTAMENT are set to release their fourteenth studio album, Para Bellum, on October 10, 2025, via Nuclear Blast. The album, titled after the Latin phrase “Si vis pacem, para bellum” (“If you want peace, prepare for war”), is a fierce reflection on humanity’s fractured relationship with technology and modern chaos, delivered with the band’s signature urgency, precision, and raw humanity. Alongside the announcement, TESTAMENT has dropped their blistering new single and music video, “Infanticide A.I.,” directed by Joey Durango, showcasing the band’s unrelenting intensity and the dynamic prowess of new drummer Chris Dovas.“Para Bellum consists of some fast, heavy, and melodic tunes,” said vocalist Chuck Billy. “Once again, [guitarist] Eric Peterson has found a way to keep the songwriting fresh and modern sounding. It’s gonna be hard to choose what songs to play live ‘cause too many to choose from.” Peterson added, “We’re coming ...
