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Texas Music Scene & Thriving with Ripple Music

Texas isn't just big; it's a powerhouse for live music! Stephen Bishop from Thunder Horse shares why the Texas music scene is so unique and supportive. He also offers a candid look at navigating the modern music industry, explaining the challenges of record deals and why their partnership with Ripple Music Records is a game-changer for independent bands like theirs, emphasizing creative control and a family-like atmosphere. Support Thunder Horse and independent music by checking out their work on Ripple Music!

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OHIO CHAOS & HOMEBODY BREAKOUT! (CMS EXCLUSIVE!) (Commercial Free)

What's more shocking: Neeley on a road trip or Chris leaving the house?! Join Neeley and Chris as they dish on Neeley's Ohio adventure, dinner tales, and how Chris is smashing his "homebody habit." Get ready for some serious shredding as they tease a HUGE new CMS project for their 30-year anniversary!

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To Fight For Brings FIRE & FAITH to Live And Loud With The Lord!

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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Chris Adler Tells All: Why Firstborne’s LUCKY Is His Boldest Record Yet! (Audio)

On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... INTERVIEWS, the legendary Chris Adler joins the show to talk about his full-circle moment with Firstborne and their new album LUCKY. From creative freedom with Girish Pradhan to stepping beyond extreme metal, Adler lays it all out.

Chris also opens up about winning a Grammy with Megadeth, what it meant, and whether it hit harder than anything he did with Lamb of God. This is a must-watch for real fans of metal evolution.

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Chris Adler Tells All: Why Firstborne’s LUCKY Is His Boldest Record Yet! (Audio)
Browns Fumble Week 1: Metal Riffs & Rants Unleashed! (Audio)

What’s up with the Browns’ brutal Week 1 loss? Seth and Chris shred through the dropped passes, kicker woes, and a bold 35-14 prediction against the Ravens. They also riff on The Conjuring, Stern’s prank, and more.

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Browns Fumble Week 1: Metal Riffs & Rants Unleashed! (Audio)
Chris Akin’s Shocking Confession: Rage, Violence & Redemption? (Audio)

Chris Akin shocks fans with a brutal confession about his past—rage, violence, and addictions. 😲 Has he truly found redemption, or is his “new persona” nothing but a façade? Neeley pulls no punches in confronting him. Subscribe now and become a VIP for exclusive episodes, early releases, contests, and more!

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Chris Akin’s Shocking Confession: Rage, Violence & Redemption? (Audio)
September 08, 2025

VMAs all-star tribute to Ozzy. That Yungblud fella is starting to make a bigger name for himself.

🎤 WHO WAS MORE CHARISMATIC: JON BON JOVI OR JOE LESTÉ (BANG TANGO)?

Bon Jovi had the hits, but Lesté had the grit.

🔥 Psycho Café still grooves harder than most arena rock.

So who really owned the mic?

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🤯 WAS RAZOR THE TRUE GODS OF CANADIAN THRASH?

Forget Annihilator. Forget Voivod.

💣 Evil Invaders DESTROYED in ’85.

Pure thrash. Zero filler.

Canada had its Slayer—and it was Razor.

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