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If you’re watching this here, you’re already behind.

The full episode, exclusive 3rd segment, and early interviews are on Locals: https://classicmetalshow.locals.com

THE TRUTH HURTS:
Chris and Neeley expose the absolute state of “metal legends” in 2026. From “accidental” shoplifting at the Warehouse to forgetting which band member is still alive, the nostalgia filter is officially broken. If you think your favorite 80s icons still have “it,” you’re delusional. They’re just trying to remember where they parked the tour bus.

ON THIS EPISODE:

The Alzheimer’s Chronicles: Chris admits he can’t remember a single interview he did this week.

The Great Trash Bin Heist: Confessions of stealing Led Zeppelin box sets via the dumpster.

Gay Waiter Horror: Why a 30-degree temperature drop is the least of their problems.

The “Metal Head” Fraud: Why naming New Edition members results in immediate loss of “cred.”

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classicmetalshow@classicmetalshow
March 20, 2026
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March 25, 2026
Why is Don Jamieson the Last National Act to Play This Iconic Club?

Seth Williams and Chris Akin aren't here to play by the rules or read from a corporate script. In this raw, unedited session, the guys are joined by special guest and comedian Don Jamieson to pull back the curtain on the "death" of the legendary Funny Stop. Between Seth’s "swollen ball syndrome" updates and the arrival of restaurant reporter Tony Musachio from the new and improved SHOOTERS, this is the high-octane chaos the mainstream media is too terrified to broadcast. If you want the truth from a comedy veteran who has seen it all, you’re in the right place.

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March 25, 2026
Don't Wait For Our GREAT Chat with Heaven & Hell's Vinny Appice!

Vinnie Appice reveals the "drum machine" drama behind Black Sabbath's final studio album with Dio. Lawsuits, legends, and loud drums. Watch now! #Metal #Sabbath

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November 21, 2025
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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November 21, 2025
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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November 20, 2025
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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classicmetalshow@classicmetalshow
March 28, 2026
Remembering Ross The Boss!!

This is a big one for me, personally. I got to know Ross a bit over the years (certainly not a close friend, but friendly each time we spoke or ran into each other). He was always very nice to me!! ALS is a motherfucker, so in passing quick after it was announced, I'm hopeful he wasn't quietly suffering with it for years and it wasn't a long, painful end.

RIP Sir. I'll miss the pings in the background of your interviews, your joking spirit, and of course the amazing riffs that will never EVER be forgotten by Metalheads!!

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March 27, 2026
R.I.P. Ross The Boss!

In the shadowed halls of metal lore, where thunderous riffs once shook the earth and warriors raised their voices to the heavens, we mourn the passing of a true legend: Ross “The Boss” Friedman.

Born in the Bronx on January 3, 1954, Ross forged a path that bridged the raw fury of punk with the epic grandeur of heavy metal. As a founding member of The Dictators, he helped birth the protopunk sound that would echo through generations. Then, alongside Joey DeMaio, he co-founded Manowar, the band that defined power metal’s unyielding spirit—songs of steel, glory, and unbreakable brotherhood that inspired armies of fans worldwide to stand tall and fight on.

Ross “The Boss” wasn’t just a guitarist; he was a force of nature. His blazing solos and thunderous tone powered anthems that still roar from stages and speakers alike. He lived the warrior code: loud, proud, and fearless. Even in his final battle with ALS—a cruel adversary that silenced his hands but never his indomitable...

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March 27, 2026

It’s being reported that Ross the Boss has died.

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SEPULTURA RELEASE NEW SINGLE 'BEYOND THE DREAM'

As the curtain falls on an extraordinary career spanning more than four decades, SEPULTURA are preparing to close their final chapter at the end of this year. With over 40 years of band history, 14 gold records, and performances across more than 80 countries, SEPULTURA stand as Brazil’s uncompromising emissary to the global stage and one of today’s most influential metal bands. 

Currently bringing their pioneering sound to audiences worldwide on the 'Celebrating Life Through Death' farewell tour, the question has arisen: how should SEPULTURA mark the end of such a monumental journey? The answer came naturally: By capturing a final creative moment and preserving it for posterity. 

Last month, SEPULTURA announced their final release, The Cloud of Unknowing EP, due to be released on April 24th.

Today, the band are proud to reveal the EP's second single, the deeply resonant 'Beyond the Dream'.

SEPULTURA commented,

“Beyond the Dream” emerges as one of the most emblematic moments of Sepultura’s final chapter, serving as a poetic reflection of a journey shaped by decades of albums, tours, and life on the road.
 
This previously unreleased composition fulfills a long-standing desire of the band to explore the ballad format, blending Sepultura’s identity with the melodic sensitivity of renowned collaborators. To bring this project to life, Sepultura enlisted the essential collaboration of Sérgio Britto and Tony Bellotto of Titãs—musicians who share a long history with the band and are widely recognized as specialists in the genre, as well as composers of classics such as “Polícia.”
 
The result of a direct partnership between members of Sepultura and Titãs, the song celebrates the connection between artists who share the stage and a deep passion for creation. The outcome is a piece that brings great satisfaction to everyone involved, establishing itself as both an emotional and historical milestone featured on the band’s final EP, released in this very year that marks Sepultura’s official farewell.”

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The Cloud of Unknowing EP is one of SEPULTURA’s most diverse and emotionally resonant releases. Across four tracks, the EP serves as a bittersweet farewell, showcasing the full spectrum of the band’s creativity, reflecting both the ferocity and depth that have defined SEPULTURA’s legacy. 
 

The Cloud of Unknowing EP will be available in the following formats:

  • Oxblood 
  • Transparent Petrol (NB exclusive)
  • Crystal clear (band exclusive)
  • Transparent red (band exclusive)

All LP variants come with a CD of the EP in a card wallet.

SEPULTURA
The Cloud of Unknowing EP

01. All Souls Rising
02. Beyond the Dream
03. Sacred Books
04. The Place

Don't miss the opportunity to see SEPULTURA on their final ever tour! The dates are as follows:

SEPULTURA - CELEBRATING LIFE THROUGH DEATH

 29. Apr - USA - Montclair, NJ @ The Wellmont Theater
01. May - CAN - Montreal, QC @ MTELUS
02. May - CAN - London, ON @ London Music Hall
04. May - USA - Detroit, MI @ Royal Oak Music Theatre
05. May - USA - Louisville, KY @Old Forester's Paristown Hall
06. May - USA - Nashville, TN @ Brooklyn Bowl
07. May - USA - Atlanta, GA @ The Masquerade
08. May - USA - New Orleans, LA @ The Civic Theatre
10. May - USA - Welcome To Rockville, FL
11. May - USA - Charleston, SC @ Music Farm
12. May - USA - Greensboro, NC @ Piedmont Hall
13. May - USA - Reading, PA @ Reverb
15. May - Chicago, IL @ Ramova Theatre
16. May - USA - Sonic Temple Festival, OH
17. May - USA - Milwaukee, WI @ The Rave
19. May - USA - Des Moines, IA @ Val Air Ballroom
21. May - USA - Denver, CO @ The Ogden Theatre
22. May - USA - Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
23. May - USA - Boise, ID @ Shrine Social Club
25. May - USA - Las Vegas, NV @ House Of Blues
26. May - USA - San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
28. May - USA - Berkeley, CA @ The US Theatre
29. May - USA - Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern

06. Jun - NL - South Of Heaven
07. Jun - CZ - Metalfest
08. Jun - CR - Zagreb @ Tvornica Kulture
09. Jun - IT - Milan @ Circolo Magnolia
10. Jun - IT - Rome @ Eur social park
12. Jun - CH - Greenfield Festival
13. Jun - AT - Novarock
14. Jun - DE - Würzburg @ Pothalle
17. Jun - DE - Saarbruecken @ Garage
19. Jun - FR - Hellfest 
20. Jun - BE - Graspop 
21. Jun - PT - Rock in Rio Lisboa
23. Jun - DE - Oberhausen @ Turbinenhalle
24. Jun - DE - Potsdam @ Waschhaus Potsdam
25. Jun - DK - Copenhell 
26. Jun - SE - Huskvarna @ Folkets Park
27. Jun - NO - Tons of Rock 
30. Jun - GR - Release festival
31. Jul - DE - Wacken Open Air
01. Aug - FI - Helsinki @ Tavastia *SOLD OUT
02. Aug - EE - Tallinn Rock Festival 
05. Aug - ES - Leyendas Del Rock
07. Aug - UK - Bloodstock Festival
09. Aug - IE - Dublin @ 3Arena

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March 30, 2026
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The Classic Metal Show LIVE! 3/21/26 (Full Show)

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Anthrax has officially entered the “Guns N’ Roses Zone,” and it’s a pathetic death spiral. It has been a decade of excuses, delays, and “coming soon” promises that have resulted in exactly zero music. Chris and the crew dismantle the corporate bullshit surrounding this “legendary” band. With members scattered between Pantera, Shadows Fall, and Journey tribute acts, Anthrax is no longer a band—it’s a part-time hobby for guys who forgot how to be dangerous. We expose why the new single is likely a toothless turd and why the “Classic Metal” brand is being set on fire by the very people who built it.

VIPs already saw this last week. While you’re getting the sanitized, delayed scrapings, the real conversation is happening behind the curtain. The real segment isn’t public, and if you aren’t on Locals, you’re just a casual waiting for permission to listen.

ON THIS EPISODE

  • THE 10-YEAR TEASE: Why Anthrax is the new Chinese Democracy of Thrash.

  • PART-TIME LEGENDS: Scott Ian and the Pantera paycheck vs. actual creativity.

  • THE TOOTHLESS SINGLE: Predicting the inevitable mid-tempo collapse of a once-great band.

  • BAR STOOL REVOLUTION: Why your 80s heroes need to retire before they fall off their chairs.

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March 30, 2026
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Deep Purple Announce Summer Tour with Kansas and Jefferson Starship

Hell yeah, brothers and sisters—Deep Purple just dropped the hammer for summer 2026! These absolute legends are rolling across North America with Kansas riding shotgun the whole way and Jefferson Starship crashing the party on select dates. This ain't some weak reunion cash-grab. This is classic rock royalty teaming up for one massive, riff-heavy assault.

The Machine Head crew—still hard, mean, and hungry with Simon McBride on guitar—kicks things off August 4 in Raleigh, NC, and they don't let up until September 12 in Sparks, NV. They're fresh off wrapping a new album (dropping around June, from what Gillan says), and these shows are gonna be loaded with smoke on the water, space truckin', and all the fire that made 'em gods.

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Here's the full beatdown schedule:

  • Aug 4 – Raleigh, NC – Red Hat Amphitheater (Jefferson Starship on board)
  • Aug 8 – Clearwater, FL – The Daycare Sound
  • Aug 9 – Hollywood, FL – Hard Rock Casino
  • Aug 12 – Wantagh, NY – Jones Beach Theater
  • Aug 13 – Mansfield, MA – Xfinity Center (Jefferson Starship)
  • Aug 15 – Halifax, NS – Scotiabank Centre (Jefferson Starship)
  • Aug 17 – Laval, QC – Bell Place (Jefferson Starship)
  • Aug 18 – Toronto, ON – RBC Amphitheatre (Jefferson Starship)
  • Aug 19 – Ottawa, ON – Canadian Tire Centre (Jefferson Starship)
  • Aug 21 – Detroit, MI – Pine Knob
  • Aug 22 – Salamanca, NY – Seneca Allegany Casino
  • Aug 24 – Indianapolis, IN – Everwise Amphitheatre
  • Aug 25 – Highland Park, IL – Ravinia
  • Aug 27 – Prior Lake, MN – Mystic Lake Casino
  • Aug 29 – Winnipeg, MB – Canada Life Centre (Jefferson Starship)
  • Aug 31 – Calgary, AB – Scotiabank Saddledome (Jefferson Starship)
  • Sep 2 – Abbotsford, BC – Abbotsford Centre (Jefferson Starship)
  • Sep 4 – Lincoln, CA – Thunder Valley (Jefferson Starship)
  • Sep 5 – Mountain View, CA – Shoreline Amphitheatre (Jefferson Starship)
  • Sep 6 – Highland, CA – Yaamava Theatre
  • Sep 8 – Chula Vista, CA – North Island Credit Union Amp (Jefferson Starship)
  • Sep 10 – Las Vegas, NV – Planet Hollywood
  • Sep 11 – Long Beach, CA – Long Beach Amphitheater
  • Sep 12 – Sparks, NV – Nugget Event Center

Kansas bringing the prog power all tour long? Killer. Jefferson Starship on those marked nights? That's a triple-threat bill that screams pure '70s/'80s rock glory—no posers, no filler, just straight fire.

Tickets hit general sale Friday, April 3 at 10 a.m. local, with presales kicking in March 31. If you're anywhere near these cities, do not sleep on this. Deep Purple at this stage in the game still sounds brutal and ready to crush.

This is what real rock tours look like—big, loud, and unapologetic. None of that watered-down garbage.

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