Chris Akin Presents... Interviews

On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris sits down with Brittany Fugate and John Judkins of RWake to dive deep into their latest release, THE RETURN OF MAGIK. After a 13-year hiatus, the band is back, and they’re not holding back! Discover how the recording process changed with new members on board, why their music explores such challenging and diverse genres, and the surprising limitations they face when touring. If you’re curious about how a band reinvents itself after more than a decade away, this episode is a must-watch! Chris’s snarky and candid style makes for an entertaining chat that you don’t want to miss. Is this the most ambitious return in metal history? You decide! Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium Do you think RWake's new lineup changes their sound for better or worse? Sponsor: Black Sabbath Box Set: https://amzn.to/4h7uw64 Please SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode! NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Please SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode!

On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris sits down with Brittany Fugate and John Judkins of RWake to dive deep into their latest release, THE RETURN OF MAGIK. After a 13-year hiatus, the band is back, and they’re not holding back! Discover how the recording process changed with new members on board, why their music explores such challenging and diverse genres, and the surprising limitations they face when touring. If you’re curious about how a band reinvents itself after more than a decade away, this episode is a must-watch! Chris’s snarky and candid style makes for an entertaining chat that you don’t want to miss. Is this the most ambitious return in metal history? You decide! Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium Do you think RWake's new lineup changes their sound for better or worse? Sponsor: Black Sabbath Box Set: https://amzn.to/4h7uw64 Please SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode! NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Please SUBSCRIBE, click the notification bell, leave a comment or a like, and share this episode!

BUY TOKYO LIVE ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/4ilv3SW Crank it up, metalheads! Chris Akin Presents... slams into high gear with guitar god Yngwie Malmsteen. The maestro spills the riffs on his new album Tokyo Live, goin’ solo, shredding the Far East, and how he picks those face-melting live sets. Wanna know if other musicians spark his songwriting? Hell yeah, we’ve got that too! Smash that play button for some serious metal talk that’ll blow your speakers. NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Subscribe and comment below—let’s get loud! Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium The top 5 hashtags for this bad boy are #YngwieMalmsteen #TokyoLive #GuitarShred #HeavyMetalTalk #ChrisAkinPresents—lock these in to dominate the metal scene!

Hell yeah, metal warriors! Chris Akin Presents... cranks it up with Richie Onori and Jimmy Burkard from The Sweet. They’re droppin’ the dirt on their new single Insane, mixin’ that modern tech edge with the classic Sweet sound that rips. We’re divin’ into the two Sweets confusion, keepin’ it real without overplaying, and their badass heritage. Slam that play button for some raw rock talk that’ll rattle your cage! NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Subscribe and scream in the comments—let’s rock! Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium Top 5 hashtags to dominate: #TheSweet #InsaneSingle #RockTalk #ChrisAkinPresents #ClassicRockVibes—blast these loud!

Chris Akin interviews Jeremy Sosville of Sanhedrin about their latest album HEAT LIGHTNING, their experience with Metal Blade Records and Brian Slagel, playing festivals, the songwriting process, and their signature sound. Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. #Sanhedrin #HeatLightning #MetalBlade #JeremySosville #ChrisAkin

Hell yeah, headbangers! On this brutal episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris slams down with the badass Liv Kristine. She’s ripping into her latest masterpiece, AMOR VINCIT OMNIA, spilling the raw guts of her emotional vocals and twisted lyrics. We’re talking dark vibes, light fuses, and personal chaos turned sonic gold. Crank it up and dive into the metal madness—share your thoughts below, you crazy bastards! NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium Rock on, you metal freaks—subscribe and smash that notification bell! #LivKristine #AmorVincitOmnia #MetalVocalist #HeavyMetalPodcast #ChrisAkinPresents

Hell yeah, headbangers! On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris slams down with songwriting god Russ Ballard. They thrash through his killer new release, NEW SONGS FROM THE WAREHOUSE AND THE HITS REIMAGINED, digging into epic riffs, his wild past, and the birth of bangers like "New York Groove" and "Since You've Been Gone". Russ spills why he’s never met Frida, why songwriting’s his jam, and if he ever craved the spotlight over the studio. Crank it up for touring tales and more heavy metal vibes! NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium Hell yeah, here are your top hashtags: #RussBallard #HeavyMetalPodcast #NewYorkGroove #SongwritingLegends #MetalMusicTalk

In this CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... episode, Chris sits with Tim Williams—vocalist for Visions Of Disorder, Bloodsimple, and Rollin' Coffin. They unpack the new single "Sun And Rain," explore how Rollin' Coffin stands out, and discuss Tim’s touring days and vocal growth. A must-read for music fans craving deep insights! Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Subscribe for more exclusive music stories! #TimWilliams #RollinCoffin #SunAndRain #MusicInsights #ChrisAkin

Hell yeah, metalheads! On this CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... episode, Chris slams down with Boston and ex-Sammy Hagar axe-master Gary Pihl. They crank it up about Gary’s killer side project Alliance, featuring Robert Berry and David Lauser, and their badass new album BEFORE OUR EYES. We’re talking 30 years of rocking hard, keeping the creativity blazing, and if Tom Scholz is the damn roadblock to new Boston tunes. This is raw, unfiltered, and heavy as hell—tune in now, headbangers! NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not. Smash that like button and scream your thoughts below! Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium #HeavyMetal #RockPodcast #GaryPihl #AllianceBand #BostonRock

Hell yeah, metalheads! On this brutal episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris slams into the pit with Your Spirit Dies frontman Brandon Byers. They tear into the band’s savage debut MY GNAWING PAINS WILL NEVER REST—think extreme heaviness that’ll crush your skull. Byers spills the gore on scoring a deal with MNRK Heavy, crafting anti-spiritual vibes without dissing the faithful, and why new bands get slept on. Plus, get the lowdown on future Euro tours. Crank it loud and dive into this headbanging chaos! BUY YOUR SPIRIT DIES ON VINYL: https://amzn.to/43YUYeG https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt3pj5ZWG6k "NOTE: Everything said here, and on every episode of all of our shows, are 100% the opinions of the hosts. Nothing is stated as fact. Do your own research to see if their opinions are true or not." Drop your thoughts below—let’s get loud! Get a free Rumble Account so you can comment! https://rumble.com/register/classicmetalshow/ Get commercial free versions of our episodes, advance releases and exclusive content by subscribing to Rumble Premium! https://rumble.com/premium #HeavyMetal #YourSpiritDies #MetalPodcast #MNRKHeavy #MetalRiffs