Chris Akin Presents
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Chris Akin is one of the most in demand personalities in the world today. He's best known for his uncensored, shock jock antics on THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW. He's also spent over 20 years being one of the most well respected and quoted rock/metal journalists in the world.
Erik Ferentinos is one of the hardest rockers in the business! He's currently the lead guitarist for RATT Vocalist Stephen Pearcy, as well as previously performing with Earshot and Bow Wow Wow!
With CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Akin and Ferentinos share hard hitting interviews and commentary with you, the fans of hard rock, heavy metal, acting, television and pop culture at large. It's like no show you've heard before!
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RIOT V EXPOSED: The 2024 Album Nobody Can Compete With
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Apr 27, 2026 |
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LoMenzo Confesses: Why Mustaine Finally Put the Metallica Ghost to Rest
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Feb 27, 2026 |
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Why Gene Simmons is Suddenly Resurrecting Ace Frehley’s Lost Classics!
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Feb 26, 2026 |
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Why Ozzy Refused to Die in a Hospital Bed
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Feb 25, 2026 |
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The Max/DoorDash Controversy: How The Suits Are Screwing Your Budget
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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Why Dave Mustaine Will NEVER Shake Hands at Louder Than Life 2026
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Feb 23, 2026 |
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TROY AIKMAN ADMITS THE NFL IS RIGGED (Audio)
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Dec 10, 2025 |
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SPACE X LIES: THE "RESCUE" WAS FAKE & NASA IS A SHAM?!
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Dec 03, 2025 |
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IS THE GYM A GAY HOOKUP SPOT?! Mean McQueen SPILLS The Tea!
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Nov 27, 2025 |
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Poison Drummer vs. Bret Michaels Guitarist: The BEEF is REAL!
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Nov 12, 2025 |
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AI Killing Influencers? Plus, Colonoscopies & Cancer Talk
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Nov 05, 2025 |
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Facebook Madness, EBT Abuse, & Netflix's 'Perfect Neighbor'
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Oct 29, 2025 |
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Gangrene of the Dick! The Horrifying Truth About Harvey Weinstein's Deformity
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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The REAL Reason Metal Sludge Shut Down its Board
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Oct 08, 2025 |
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Metal Sludge Board Dies, Copyright Nightmares & Dab Fails
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Oct 01, 2025 |
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Hurricane of Thieves
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Sep 24, 2025 |
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A MICKEY 17 RECAP & BRET MICHAELS TOUR RECAP!
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Sep 17, 2025 |
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The Paper: Metalheads React to Office Spin-Off!
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Sep 11, 2025 |
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AXE-WIELDING Debuts & Netflix's METAL MELTDOWN!
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Sep 03, 2025 |
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Paul Is Dead? Strippers, Skid Row & Guitar Science
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Aug 27, 2025 |
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Sydney Sweeney Obsession Sparks Wild Debate!
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Aug 25, 2025 |
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Why Chris Akin Won’t Pause Movies + YouTube Hustle
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Aug 24, 2025 |
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Chris Akin Loses It: Tech Rage & Cat Loyalty!
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Aug 23, 2025 |
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ALIEN: EARTH – Chris & Erik Unleash on the New Series!
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Aug 20, 2025 |
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Giant Burgers, Rock Legends, and Road Chaos – Can You Handle This Episode?
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Aug 06, 2025 |
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Sex Robots & Real-Life Abductions: Chris & Erik React to COMPANION & AMY BRADLEY IS MISSING
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Jul 30, 2025 |
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Honoring Ozzy Osbourne & Chris Hager: A CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... Tribute
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Jul 23, 2025 |
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ABBA Voyage, The Future of Live Music & Ozzy's Black Sabbath Farewell
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Jul 09, 2025 |
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Yacht Rock & Poop Cruise Docs: Chris Akin & Erik Ferentinos Review
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Jul 02, 2025 |
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Fright Bite - METH GATOR Highlight Reel
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Jun 30, 2025 |
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Heaven Shall Burn: Heimat, Europe Domination & More! (Free)
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Jun 27, 2025 |
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Chris Caffery on Savatage, TSO & '20 Years of the Music Man' (Free)
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Tupac Shakur's Death: The ULTIMATE Conspiracy?! 🤯 (80s Movies Debate!)
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Jun 25, 2025 |
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Josh Todd of Buckcherry Talks 'Roar Like Thunder' & Pandemic Life (Free)
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Jun 20, 2025 |
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Mark Zonder (ex-Fates Warning) on A-Z's A-Z2, Touring & Setbacks (Free)
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Jun 13, 2025 |
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Miss Lava Unveils "Under the Black Sun" + Global Doom Metal Scene (Free)
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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Joakim Broden (Sabaton) on "Templars", Epicness & Truth Hunting! (Free)
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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LA Deportation Riots, Pump5 Gigs & Challenger Doc Absurdity (Free)
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Jun 11, 2025 |
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"The Alto Knights" Starring Robert De Niro: A Chris Akin Review (Free)
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Jun 09, 2025 |
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Chris Akin Presents... Fawesome TV! (Free)
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Jun 06, 2025 |
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Holka-Rondinelli: The Gathering, Supergroup Fury & Lost Gigs (Free)
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Jun 04, 2025 |
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RIVERS OF NIHIL's Andy Thomas Talks New Self Titled Album with Chris Akin (Free)
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May 30, 2025 |
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Sepultura's Farewell: A Cavalera Reunion? + Wally & Edibles (Free)
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May 28, 2025 |
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Chris Robertson (BSC) Unpacks Their Explosive Record Store Day Release (Free)
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May 28, 2025 |
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Your Spirit Dies: Heavy Riffs & Anti-Spiritual Truths (Free)
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May 23, 2025 |
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Chris Hager Remembered, Meta AI Explored: A Wild Ride (Free)
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May 21, 2025 |
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Carla Harvey: From Lords of Acid to The Violent Hour + Pantera Talk (Free)
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May 21, 2025 |
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Anthony Gomes on Navigating the Rock & Blues Divide (Free)
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May 16, 2025 |
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Death of Me Video Premiere w/ The Project! (Free)
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May 14, 2025 |
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Monolith's Motley & Mangini: The Birth of a Metal Monster (Free)
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May 14, 2025 |
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Russ Ballard Unleashes New Songs & Epic Hits (Free)
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May 09, 2025 |
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Lauren Babic’s Metal Journey: New EP Unleashed (Free)
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May 07, 2025 |
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🔥 Jim Florentine UNFILTERED: Sabbath, ACDC, Jelly Roll & Comedy That'll Make You Spit Coffee! (Free)
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May 07, 2025 |
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The Sweet’s Richie Onori & Jimmy Burkard Unleash Insane Vibes (Free)
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May 02, 2025 |
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Yngwie Malmsteen Unleashes Tokyo Live Madness (Free)
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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Blackie Lawless on Censorship & The Great Media Conspiracy! (Free)
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Apr 30, 2025 |
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Chains’ Nils Goldschmidt on Nu Metal & Slash (Free)
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Apr 25, 2025 |
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Liv Kristine: AMOR VINCIT OMNIA’s Dark Light Unleashed (Free)
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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RIP Roy Thomas Baker + The Who's On-Stage Inferno & AC/DC's Decline? (Free)
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Apr 23, 2025 |
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Gary Pihl Riffs on Alliance’s New Album & Boston Secrets (Free)
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Apr 18, 2025 |
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Les Binks Gone, Rock Robberies, and Blue Origin's Bogus Flight (w/Commercials)
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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Adrian Smith Talks Smith/Kotzen and Iron Maiden Freedom (Free)
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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Herman Rarebell on Scorpions, Covers, and What About Love (Free)
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Apr 11, 2025 |
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Ezra Haynes Returns to Allegaeon – Sobriety, The Ossuary Lens & More
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Mike Stone: Primus Drummer Finalist Spills All (Free)
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Apr 09, 2025 |
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Skinlab’s “Flesh Wounds” Premiere + Steev Esquivel Unraveled (Free)
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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Skinlab - "Flesh Wounds" (Official Music Video)
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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Phil X Unleashes POW! RIGHT IN THE KISSER with Chris Akin
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Apr 04, 2025 |
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Clusterfux’s Josh Lent on DEFY and Punk-Metal’s Big Comeback
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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Skid Row’s Dud Reissue & Erik’s New Metal Venture (Free)
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Apr 02, 2025 |
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Ricky Warwick on BLOOD TIES & Black Star Riders Future
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Mar 28, 2025 |
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Tim Williams on "Sun And Rain" and Rollin' Coffin
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Karen Read’s Guilt + Nancy Wilson’s Shame: CAP Ep Unleashed (Free)
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Mar 26, 2025 |
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Sanhedrin Interview: HEAT LIGHTNING, Metal Blade, and More
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Mar 21, 2025 |
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Why Did RWake Return After 13 Years with 'The Return of Magik'? 🤔
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Mar 19, 2025 |
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Erik’s Cruise Chaos & Space X Lies Unraveled (Free)
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Mar 19, 2025 |
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Sophie Lloyd on "Do Or Die," The Whisky, and Rock Stardom
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Mar 14, 2025 |
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Is Destruction's Schmier's Secret to Thrash Longevity Just Staying in Shape? 💪
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Monsters Of Rock Cruise: Death, Conspiracies & Metal (Free)
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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Warbringer's "Wrath and Ruin": A Deep Dive with John Kevill
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Mar 07, 2025 |
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Jason Bieler's 'Escapologist' & Saigon Kick Saga
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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Toomey & Floridia Unplugged w/ Chris Akin Presents...
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Mar 05, 2025 |
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The Life and Legacy of David Johansen (Free)
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Mar 01, 2025 |
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The Ultimate Concept Album Battle: WASP vs. Queensryche (Free)
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Mar 01, 2025 |
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Robin McAuley on SOULBOUND's Heavier Sound & Rock's Evolution
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Feb 28, 2025 |
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Torsten Ihlenfeld on Brainstorm’s Plague of Rats Journey
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Feb 26, 2025 |
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Lacuna Coil: Evolution or Extinction? 🖤🎸
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Feb 21, 2025 |
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How Did Scour’s Derek Engemann End Up Playing with Pantera? 🎸
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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Was SNL50 a Total Flop? 🤔 (Free)
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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The Last Man Standing? Can Danny Rexon Keep Crazy Lixx Alive? 🤔
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Feb 14, 2025 |
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🤔 Is the Super Bowl Rigged? Vince Neil's Plane Crash & More!
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Feb 13, 2025 |
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Did April Rose Gabrielli's Near-Death Experience Create a Nu-Metal Icon? 🤯
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Feb 12, 2025 |
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Are the Grammys Even About Music Anymore? 🎤
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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Did God Forbid Miss Their Shot at Metal Greatness? 🤯
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Feb 09, 2025 |
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Dark Mile's Secret: Better Than Dio? 🤔
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Feb 07, 2025 |
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What Are They Hiding About JFK & Trump’s Drones? 🕵️♂️
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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Phil Soussan Reveals Ozzy's #1 Lesson! 🎸🎵
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Jan 31, 2025 |
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What Keeps Raven’s Fire Burning After 50 Years? 🤔🔥
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Jan 29, 2025 |
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Horror Origins & Insults? Chris & Count Dive In! 🧛♂️🎥
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Jan 28, 2025 |
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Can Thundermother Survive the Chaos? 🎸💥
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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Bumblefoot: Vai, May, and What Took So Long?
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Jan 22, 2025 |
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Is BONE COLLECTOR Grave Digger's Best Yet?
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Jan 17, 2025 |
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Is the Super Bowl REALLY Free on TubiTV? Here’s What You Need to Know! 🏈
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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Is Your City Next in Fire Crisis? 🔥
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Jan 16, 2025 |
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Can Andrew Freeman Save Rock with Electric Temple?
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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Is Dominum's Music Truly Deadly?
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Jan 10, 2025 |
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Aging Reversed? Doc Shocker Revealed! 🧬
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Jan 09, 2025 |
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Is Matt Starr's New Band a Supergroup Threat?
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Jan 08, 2025 |
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Will Krokus Return? Marc's Solo Truth!
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Jan 03, 2025 |
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Is Plush's Moriah Formica Dating? Pressure & Debut 🎸❓
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Jan 02, 2025 |
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Night Stalker Tapes: Shocking Truths Revealed?🔍🎙️
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Jan 01, 2025 |
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Is Deathcore Dead? Heavy//Hitter's Truth!
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Dec 27, 2024 |
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Is Dexter's New Prequel Too Dark for You?
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Dec 26, 2024 |
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Is There a New World Order? Mark Farner Discusses!
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Dec 25, 2024 |
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Why Didn't Boiler Room Explode in 2000?
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Dec 20, 2024 |
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Is Aesthetic Perfection's BAD VIBES The Future Of Music?
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Dec 18, 2024 |
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Empires Of Eden's Stu Marshall: Can One Guitarist Fit All Voices?
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Dec 13, 2024 |
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Why Did Nicko McBrain Shockingly Retire?
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Dec 12, 2024 |
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Jim Florentine on Metal, Comedy Specials, and Eddie Trunk - YOU CAN'T PLEASE 'EM ALL!
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Dec 11, 2024 |
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Is Tribulation's History Darker Than You Think?
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Dec 06, 2024 |
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Is Your Favorite Musician Respected Enough?
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Dec 05, 2024 |
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What Shocked Chris Impellitteri Into Playing Guitar?
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Dec 04, 2024 |
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Is Elon Musk Our New Messiah or Deceiver?
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Nov 28, 2024 |
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Is Tungsten’s New Album The Grand Inferno Their Darkest Yet?
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Nov 27, 2024 |
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Is This Really the End of Mr. Big? Billy Sheehan Speaks!
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Nov 22, 2024 |
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THANKSKILLING SHOCKER: Fright Bite #9 Highlights Revealed!
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Is Ramener the Next Big Thing in Independent Rock Music?
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Nov 20, 2024 |
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Why Did Dan Lilker Decide to Revisit His Metal Legacy?
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Nov 15, 2024 |
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Did Chris Ruin Erik's Sea World Experience? Chris Akin Presents... Live! 11/12/24!
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Nov 14, 2024 |
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How Is Uncured Shaping the Future of Metal with WARPATH?
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Nov 13, 2024 |
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What Surprises Await in The Crown’s Latest Album Crown of Thorns?
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Nov 08, 2024 |
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Chris & Erik Go Unfiltered on Skid Row Drama, New Radio Deal, & WASP Tour!
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Nov 07, 2024 |
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Did Lions In The Streets Reject Fame for Rock Integrity?
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Nov 06, 2024 |
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Are Heritage Bands Supporting the Next Generation of Rockers Like Stone Whiskey?
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Nov 01, 2024 |
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What Makes Heriot's Devoured By The Mouth of Hell Stand Out?
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Nov 01, 2024 |
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Why Is Kirk Windstein Obsessed With Riffs?
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Oct 31, 2024 |
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Did Volbeat Copy D-A-D's Style for International Fame?
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Oct 30, 2024 |
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Is Astral Doors Saying Goodbye with The End of It All?
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Oct 25, 2024 |
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What's Behind The Near Disaster At Stephen Pearcy's Show?
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Oct 24, 2024 |
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Will John Bush Perform Anthrax Songs on Tour?
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Oct 24, 2024 |
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Why Did DD Verni Ask Jason Bittner to Change His Drumming?
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Oct 23, 2024 |
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Has Richie Kotzen Gone NOMAD?
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Oct 18, 2024 |
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Was Jake E. Lee's Shooting a Wake-Up Call for Rock Bands?
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Oct 17, 2024 |
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How Did Vicky Hamilton Break Barriers in Rock Management?
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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Is Crobot's OBSIDIAN Their Best Album Yet?
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Oct 10, 2024 |
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Is Weather Control Behind Hurricanes in the US?
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Oct 09, 2024 |
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Did 80s Bands Keep The Sweet Relevant Today?
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Oct 08, 2024 |
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How Did Sierra Levesque Get Desmond Child’s Attention?
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Oct 04, 2024 |
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Did Legions Of Doom's Ron Holzner Consider Quitting After Eric Wagner Died?
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Oct 03, 2024 |
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Horror & Conspiracy: Is Diddy’s Indictment Just the Start?
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Oct 02, 2024 |
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Is Judas Priest Regretting Any of Their Albums?
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Oct 01, 2024 |
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What's Behind Eradicator's Top-Tier Production on THE PARADOX?
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Sep 26, 2024 |
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What Brought John Corabi Back to The Dead Daisies?
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Sep 24, 2024 |
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Can Iron Maiden’s Legacy Still Captivate Today’s Fans?
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Sep 19, 2024 |
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Can Eddie Van Halen’s Legacy Still Shape Guitar Sound Today?
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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How Dangerous Was Guns N' Roses Really?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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How Does Udo Spend His Time Off Tour?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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What’s Pushing Michael Sweet Toward Retirement?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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Why Is Mike Tramp Forever Tied to Vito Bratta?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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What's Next for Dream Theater? Jordan Rudess Reveals!
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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Is Jon Anderson of Yes Planning to Retire?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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Will Flotsam & Jetsam's Ken Mary Retire from Touring Soon?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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Can Jason Hook's Flat Black Top Five Finger Death Punch?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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How Did Manowar Influence All For Metal's Sound?
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Sep 17, 2024 |
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What’s Behind Linkin Park’s New Singer Controversy?What’s Behind Linkin Park’s New Singer Controversy?
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Sep 13, 2024 |
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Why Is Mike Tramp Forever Tied to Vito Bratta?Why Is Mike Tramp Forever Tied to Vito Bratta?
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Sep 12, 2024 |
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Did Planes Just Collide in Atlanta? Watch the Shocking Video!Did Planes Just Collide in Atlanta? Watch the Shocking Video!
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Sep 11, 2024 |
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What’s Pushing Michael Sweet Toward Retirement?What’s Pushing Michael Sweet Toward Retirement?
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Sep 10, 2024 |
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What’s Next for Dream Theater? Jordan Rudess Reveals!What’s Next for Dream Theater? Jordan Rudess Reveals!
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Sep 05, 2024 |
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How Did Manowar Influence All For Metal’s Sound?How Did Manowar Influence All For Metal’s Sound?
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Sep 03, 2024 |
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Will Ken Mary Retire from Touring Soon?Will Ken Mary Retire from Touring Soon?
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Sep 03, 2024 |
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How Does Udo Spend His Time Off Tour?How Does Udo Spend His Time Off Tour?
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Sep 02, 2024 |
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Is Bigfoot vs. Megalodon 2 the Best Worst Movie Ever?Is Bigfoot vs. Megalodon 2 the Best Worst Movie Ever?
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Aug 31, 2024 |
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Prong’s Tommy Victor on Crafting Killer RiffsProng’s Tommy Victor on Crafting Killer Riffs
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Aug 29, 2024 |