Support Our Sponsor: LITTLE VICTORIES by Chris Akin. https://amzn.to/2GlReeB On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris dive into the big news of podcaster Alex Cooper signing a $125 million deal with SiriusXM. They discuss the trend of newer podcasters landing massive contracts and how these deals are reshaping the industry. They also touch on how fans often misunderstand what goes into producing a successful show. Finally, they debate whether the Hawk Tuah girl is simply cashing in while she can. Hashtags #ClassicMetalShow #Podcasting #AlexCooper #SiriusXM #HawkTuah **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!

Support Our Sponsor: CHRIS AKIN on Cameo. https://www.cameo.com/chrisakin On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris discuss the recent cancellation of Helmet's tour due to low ticket sales. They explore whether the band’s decision to share their political views played a role in alienating half their fanbase. The conversation then shifts to Kamala Harris, who made headlines by contradicting herself on the topic of wishing people Merry Christmas. Finally, they analyze a clip shared by Nick DiPaulo on X, where a woman complains about a man’s sexually suggestive comment. The hosts get fired up over her sense of entitlement and praise the man for retracting his apology. Hashtags #ClassicMetalShow #HelmetBand #KamalaHarris #NickDiPaulo #Entitlement **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!

Support Our Sponsor: CALL ME CHRIS by Chris Akin. https://amzn.to/34dY51W On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris dive into a new article about former Skid Row singer Erik Gronwall, who has now lent his voice to the new Michael Schenker Group release. They discuss whether Gronwall may have screwed over Skid Row by leaving the band and question if Sebastian Bach’s return would help sell any concert tickets. They also explore a recent statement from Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris, who credits former singer Blaze Bayley as a key factor in the band’s survival during their challenging years. Hashtags #ClassicMetalShow #SkidRow #ErikGronwall #MichaelSchenkerGroup #IronMaiden **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 THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris dive into their eventful week. Neeley shares a wild story about a mouse sneaking into his house and the unexpectedly friendly neighbors he encountered. Meanwhile, Chris recounts the METALSHOP interview with Aerosmith's Tom Hamilton, which gained national attention. They also discuss a new documentary about Scot Petersen and compare his wife’s murder to that of Chris Watts. The conversation gets deep as they explore the disturbing similarities between these cases. Hashtags #ClassicMetalShow #TrueCrime #Aerosmith #TomHamilton #Documentary On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris dive into the big news of podcaster Alex Cooper signing a $125 million deal with SiriusXM. They discuss the trend of newer podcasters landing massive contracts and how these deals are reshaping the industry. They also touch on how fans often misunderstand what goes into producing a successful show. Finally, they debate whether the Hawk Tuah girl is simply cashing in while she can. Hashtags #ClassicMetalShow #Podcasting #AlexCooper #SiriusXM #HawkTuah On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris discuss the recent cancellation of Helmet's tour due to low ticket sales. They explore whether the band’s decision to share their political views played a role in alienating half their fanbase. The conversation then shifts to Kamala Harris, who made headlines by contradicting herself on the topic of wishing people Merry Christmas. Finally, they analyze a clip shared by Nick DiPaulo on X, where a woman complains about a man’s sexually suggestive comment. The hosts get fired up over her sense of entitlement and praise the man for retracting his apology. Hashtags #ClassicMetalShow #HelmetBand #KamalaHarris #NickDiPaulo #Entitlement On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris dive into a new article about former Skid Row singer Erik Gronwall, who has now lent his voice to the new Michael Schenker Group release. They discuss whether Gronwall may have screwed over Skid Row by leaving the band and question if Sebastian Bach’s return would help sell any concert tickets. They also explore a recent statement from Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris, who credits former singer Blaze Bayley as a key factor in the band’s survival during their challenging years. Hashtags #ClassicMetalShow #SkidRow #ErikGronwall #MichaelSchenkerGroup #IronMaiden 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!