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The Classic Metal Show: Hail and Kill!

Since 1996, THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW has been the ultimate destination for honest, no-holds-barred talk about hard rock, heavy metal, and everything in between. This isn't just another channel. It's an uncensored community. On our paid tier, you get commercial-free access to all of our daily episodes, plus bonus content, behind-the-scenes insights, and the opportunity to interact with us directly. If you're tired of corporate music media and you want the truth from two guys who have been doing this for over two decades, this is your new home. Disclaimer: If you can't handle opinions that aren't your own, you're in the wrong place. We're not here to make friends. We're here to talk metal. Deal with it, crybabies!

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Today · 49 min
Did Rose Tattoo's Frontman Settle a Decades-Long Australian Rock Feud Live On Air? (2009)
When Angry Anderson from Rose Tattoo steps up to the mic, filter settings don’t exist. From raw, unfiltered stories about surviving the wild Aussie pub rock scene to the brutal realities of losing founding bandmates and battling major label politics, this chat dives headfirst into absolute chaos. What happens when a frontman decides to bypass the suits entirely, throw sixty grand of his own cash into a label, and knight a radio host with an outlaw title? Plus, an insane, never-before-told memory involving Motorhead’s Lemmy that you have to hear to believe. GET ROSE TATTOO: THE ALBUMS 1981-1984 HERE: https://amzn.to/4qLYPoI Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Today · 6 hr 4 min
CMS 8/22/26: Why Is Everything Getting More Expensive While Everyone Is Broke?
An 88% price hike, Rumble getting blocked in other countries, YouTube getting told to piss off, and the question nobody wants to answer: how much are you willing to pay before you finally walk away? GET THE BEST CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/ Then things get considerably more ridiculous. Van Halen fans get dragged into another Roth-vs-Hagar argument, Black Sabbath gets turned into ballet, Skid Row rum gets put under the microscope, AI gets used to create some truly bizarre shit, and somehow the show eventually winds up talking about cheating, dating and Yacht Rock. Yeah. It’s one of those episodes. Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Saturday · 27 min
Did These 90s Metal Album Completely Ruin Everything? (2014 Archive)
When a legendary frontman calls out the biggest metal act on the planet for soft radio tracks and selling out to grunge, you know the gloves are coming off. We dive headfirst into the endless debate over mid-90s album pivots, inflated egos, and whether long-running bands can ever actually sound hungry again after making millions. Plus, live callers jump in to break down what happens when your favorite artists start playing it safe just to survive on corporate tour packages. GET METALLICA’S LOAD ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4yu8aob GET METALLICA’S RELOAD ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4daAJ1o Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Friday · 36 min
Was Richie Blackmore’s Deep Purple Return a Final Goodbye?
Richie Blackmore suddenly walks onto a Deep Purple stage after 33 years, and the whole thing happened with almost no warning. Was this just a spontaneous jam, a long-overdue reunion, or something a lot more significant? GET DEEP PURPLE’S SPLAT ON LIMITED EDITION VINYL: https://amzn.to/4ids5m5 Then things get even stranger when Foghat rolls out yet another live release, complete with a new single, while the guys start digging into the absolutely insane number of musicians who have passed through bands like Whitesnake and L.A. Guns. Old-school rock, bizarre band histories, and plenty of brutally honest opinions. What more do you need? Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Friday · 25 min
Exumer: Is This The Angriest Underground Metal Record Of The Year?
Seven years is an absolute eternity to vanish from the heavy metal world, but what actually happened behind closed doors after 2019 was total chaos. Lineup walkouts, tour exhaustion, and near-mental breakdowns completely stalled everything. But instead of throwing in the towel, Exumer brought in fresh blood, locked themselves away, and unleashed a level of pure aggression nobody saw coming. Mem Stein drops in to expose the real story behind their massive hiatus, the dark real-world cults behind their lyrics, and what really went down when teaming up with Nasty Savage. Don’t Wait! Exumer’s DEATH MASK MESSIAH is available NOW! https://amzn.to/4hlkuli Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Friday · 32 min
Why Is Nikki Sixx Comparing Motley Crue to Queen?
Backing tracks, aging rock stars, AI, and the slow-motion disappearance of the classic rock era — this episode has plenty to chew on. Asia has a new song that sounds suspiciously unlike Asia, Glenn Hughes is stepping away from live performances, Brian May declares war on AI, and Nikki Sixx has a very convenient explanation for Motley Crue’s backing tracks. GET MOTLEY CRUE’S CRUCIAL CRUE ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4bShRnm And somehow, Queen gets dragged into all of it. The bigger question is whether fans should care about any of this anymore — or whether everybody should just enjoy the show while these bands are still able to get onstage. Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Thursday · 37 min
Why Isn’t Plush Catching Fire After All This Hype?
Plush has talent. They have the songs. They’ve had major opportunities. So why the hell aren’t they catching fire? GET PLUSH’S MASS HYSTERIA HERE: https://amzn.to/4hD6SC4 The new single “Animalistic” gets put under the microscope, from the overproduced vocals and missing guitar solo to the question of whether Plush is trying to be a modern rock band while still playing to an older audience. Then the discussion gets even uglier: stage presentation, image, covers, live performance, marketing, and whether this new album could be the band’s last real shot. Plus, there’s a quick but serious word about metal writer Dom Larson after his heart attack at Bloodstock. No bullshit—if you can help somebody from the metal community, sometimes you just help. Come for the new Plush song. Stay for the question nobody wants to answer: does this band still have time to turn it around? Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Wednesday · 31 min
What Happens When AI Gets Its Hands on a Classic Rock Song?
AI music was already weird. Then somebody decided to hand it a rock song and see what happened. GET ALL THE BEST CMS MERCHANDISE HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/ This episode goes deep into the Firehouse years, the strange afterlife of hair metal, and some seriously wild stories about crossing paths with the people behind the music. Then things get completely out of hand. A request from Randy Trask leads to an experiment with Suno, where “Rollercoaster” gets rebuilt into multiple versions — including 80s hair metal, different vocal styles, and even a Motown-inspired take. The results raise one hell of a question: is AI actually getting good enough to compete with real musicians? And yes, the banjo is still there. CMS VIP — commercial-free and early episodes All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Wednesday · 27 min
Did AI Just Make Randy Trask’s Song Better Than His Band?
What happens when you take a song that was never exactly destined for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and hand it over to AI with one simple instruction: make this thing actually sound good? GET THE BEST CMS MERCHANDISE HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/ That’s exactly what happens here. There’s plenty of Firehouse nostalgia, stories about meeting the guys behind the music, and then things take a hard left into the AI music rabbit hole when Randy Trask’s “Rollercoaster” gets rebuilt in multiple styles. Hair metal. Motown. Different singers. Different arrangements. And yes... the damn banjo survives. The results might piss off musicians, impress them, or both. CMS VIP — commercial-free and early episodes All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Wednesday · 23 min
Transformers: Did Brittany Slayes Beat Out Heavy Hitter Singers For Iconic Track?
Getting tapped to front an iconic pop culture soundtrack isn’t just luck—it’s cutthroat competition. Power metal vocalist Brittany Slayes opens up about beating out major vocalists to land a massive theme song, surviving the brutal reality of the modern music industry, and navigating the absolute chaos of balancing touring life with a growing family. Plus, hear the truth about taking on massive legacy tracks, why fan-favorite covers become a blessing and a curse, and what wild risks are being cooked up for the next record. GET THIS GREAT TRANSFORMERS SOUNDTRACK ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4q3ZhP3 Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday · 31 min
What Happens When a Metal Podcaster Jumps Into True Crime?
A week that starts with Journey, Grandmaster Flash, Matt Sorum and Nailbomb somehow winds up in the middle of an unsolved murder case. GET ALL THE LATEST CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/ Then things get even weirder. There’s a true-crime interview coming up, a very unexpected musical discovery involving Electric Callboy, a three-decade trip to the doctor, a brutally honest hatred of cats, and enough upcoming interviews to keep the microphones smoking. And yes, somehow all of this makes sense in the same conversation. Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
Tuesday · 24 min
What TV Show Just Came Out of Nowhere and Kicked Ass?
Tonight gets weird fast. A supposedly forgettable TV show turns into an unexpected obsession, a brand-new season of a comedy gets the boys fired up, and somehow a terrible title may be hiding one hell of a series. Add some brutally honest talk about getting older, getting out of the house, and rediscovering the ability to actually socialize, and you’ve got a show that refuses to stay in one lane. GET ALL THE BEST CMS MERCHANDISE HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/ And then there’s the question: how the hell did five hours disappear at a bar? Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 24 · 3 hr 41 min
CMS LIVE 8/15/26: Is Blackmore Joining Deep Purple The Most Shocking Stage Reunion Ever?
Thirty-three years of absolute silence, total bad blood, and zero communication ended with one massive riff on a stage in New York. We dig straight into the shocking moment that blew the minds of rock fans everywhere, plus a devastating retirement announcement from one of the greatest vocalists to ever step up to a microphone. Throw in some brand-new heavy riffs from the young guns keeping the genre alive, and you’ve got an episode that rips off the scab on classic and modern rock. Smash play and see where the chaos goes. GET DEEP PURPLE’S SPLAT! (LIMITED BOX SET: 2LP + CD + 3X10INCH + 7INCH) HERE: https://amzn.to/45udxqU Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 24 · 31 min
Ross Valory Finally Reveals What Journey Knew About “Don’t Stop Believin’”
Ross Valory has spent decades being identified with Journey, but his solo music is a completely different animal. GET ROSS VALORY'S ALL OF THE ABOVE ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4bR530t In this interview, he gets into the weird, eclectic world behind All of the Above, why he never expected to build another music-business career, why the album took more than a decade to finish, and why he still has two more albums worth of material sitting in the vault. Then things get really interesting. Valory explains how City Lights was resurrected from decades-old recordings, why musicians were easier to find than time to record them, and how much obsessive detail went into the album. And when the conversation finally turns to Journey, he doesn’t dodge the obvious question: did they know “Don’t Stop Believin’” was going to become an immortal song? His answer might surprise you. Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 24 · 41 min
37 Years Later, What Does Amy Mihaljevic’s Family Still Hope For?
Some true-crime stories become cases people follow for years. Others become part of a family’s life forever. In this deeply personal conversation, Amy Mihaljevic’s father, Mark, and Ryan Ruiz talk about Amy before the headlines — the kid she was, the things she loved, and the memories that existed before October 27, 1989 changed everything. They also talk about what came after: decades of grief, the impact Amy’s disappearance had on her family, what those years have meant for her brother Jason, and the Bay Village community that has refused to let Amy’s name disappear. This isn’t about sensationalizing Amy’s murder or turning her story into another piece of true-crime entertainment. It’s about remembering Amy as a daughter, a sister, a friend and a child who had her entire life ahead of her. Mark also reflects on the emotional toll of 37 years without answers, the people who have helped him keep going, and the hope that one day the person responsible will finally be identified. After nearly four decades, the question remains: Will Amy’s family ever get the answers they have been waiting for? This is a conversation about Amy, the people who loved her, and why remembering her still matters. Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 21 · 28 min
Can Forgotten 80s Rock Bands Tour Without Their Iconic Singers?
Celebrities love airing out their trash for the internet to see, and this latest breakup melodrama is no exception. Between cryptic Instagram posts, demands for child support from a billionaire’s bank account, and family drama after losing a metal icon, the circus never stops. Plus, forgotten hard rock bands hit the road after losing their lead vocalist, raising the ultimate question: at what point does touring without the guy become a total joke? GREAT PRICE ON OZZY’S PRINCE OF DARKNESS BOX SET HERE: https://amzn.to/4gkfYCu Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 21 · 24 min
Is This Overseas Rock Band Better Than Everything On US Radio?
An underground European power house is putting out pure hard rock gold, but radio programmed drones in the States don’t even know they exist. Riffs so heavy they steal straight from classic metal giants, twin-guitar harmonies, and hooks so nasty they get stuck in your brain like gum in your hair. Are American rock fans completely out of their minds for sleeping on this, or is the hype totally fake? Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 21 · 17 min
Why Are Old School Rockers And TV Stars Still Sex Icons?
When classic rock legends tease surprise reunions, it triggers a wild breakdown on what these iconic figures are actually worth to their biggest fans. The conversation quickly shifts from studio albums to absolute nostalgia overload, dragging classic Hollywood, legendary 70s pinups, and modern Hollywood starlets into the ring to see who holds up. From insane OnlyFans hypotheticals involving nonagenarian TV stars to roasting modern PR stunts, nobody escapes the crosshairs in this unfiltered pop-culture side-scroll. GET MOTLEY CRUE’S DR. FEELGOOD 35TH ANNIVERSARY BOX SET ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4wiLA03 Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 20 · 31 min
Did Social Media Completely Ruin Rock Star Autobiographies?
When an iconic frontman announces his 35th book, it raises a serious question about the state of rock and roll culture. Remember when waiting months for a magazine interview was the only way to peek inside your favorite musician’s world? Now, between political rants, mundane daily updates, and endless social media posts, the mystery is completely dead. Did constant overexposure ruin rock stardom forever, or are fans just tired of watching their former idols act like self-important narcissists? GREAT DEAL ON ANTHRAX’S CURSUM PERFICIO ON VINYL HERE: https://amzn.to/4xt8faS Watch commercial free and without delayed publishing by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe
August 19 · 22 min
Is Modern Heavy Metal Ruining Its Own Identity?
The metal scene is bigger than ever, but something behind the scenes is getting stripped away. Everyone claims they want heavier music, but the second a band takes a real risk, the internet turns on them. Is the pressure to look cool online completely killing actual musicianship? GET SEASON OF SURRENDER BY AUGUST BURNS RED ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/3RN2tln We sit down with Jake Luhrs of August Burns Red to tear into modern studio gimmicks, vocal coaches, and why trying to stay “normal” in this business is a trap. GET ALL YOUR CMS MERCH HERE: https://classicmetalshow.creator-spring.com/ Watch commercial-free and without a publishing delay by becoming a CMS VIP at https://classicmetalshow.locals.com. All comments are merely the opinions of the people speaking them, are for comical performance, and are in no way stated as factual. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cmspn.substack.com/subscribe

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