Chris Akin Presents
Comedy
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!
Location:
United States
Description:
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!
Language:
English
Episodes
CAP | Back When Metallica Were Fierce!
6/5/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik continue their discussion about classic bands working harder to give their fans more. One band that came up was Metallica. This lead to a discussion about how fierce they were on the AND JUSTICE FOR ALL tour vs. how family friendly they are now. They review some old footage, including the old show closer of "Lady Justice" crashing down onto their set. Good times!!
CAP | Iron Maiden Still Proving Themselves To Fans!
6/1/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik talk about the kickoff show of the new Iron Maiden tour in Slovenia. Specifically, they talk about how much harder Iron Maiden works for their fans by doing so much previously unplayed live material in their set instead of doing a safe "hits" playlist like so many of their competitors do.
Something Old / Something New With The Rods!
6/1/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik welcome drummer Carl Canedy and bassist Freddy Villano of The Rods to the show. The guys were on to promote their LIVE AT ROSE HALL release. They talk about Freddy joining the band, what keeps them going after so many years, if David "Rock" Weinstein's career was hurt by his family relationship to Ronnie James Dio, Freddy's work with Dee Snider's Widowmaker and much more! This was a great interview.
Chris and Erik Have Technical Difficulties!
5/31/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik talk a bit about Memorial Day to start the show. Following, they talk about some technical difficulties they have been experiencing; one Chris had that led to a big time interview being lost for the show, and Erik on some gremlins thta took over his equipment when the Stephen Pearcy Band played in Willoughby, Ohio recently.
CAP | Exploring The Hallowed With Jag Panzer’s Mark Briody
5/30/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris sits down with Jag Panzer guitarist Mark Briody. Briody checked in to talk about the band's latest release THE HALLOWED. They talk about writing to not only a concept but physical product (their previously released comic book), capturing the best sound of their career, stuggling to find a digital audience, touring plans and much more.
CAP | Neal Schon Releases A 2nd Journey!
5/29/2023
On this edition of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik talk about the development of the song "I Can't Take It" from Stephen Pearcy's SMASH release. Following, they check out some new audio from Neal Schon's JOURNEY THROUGH TIME.
CAP | Was Guns N’ Roses Danger Factor Their Appeal?
5/26/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS, Chris and Erik talk about how a drummer's style changes the entire sound of a band. This leads to some discussion about Guns N' Roses. They remember the classic days of the band when they were considered "the most dangerous band in the world", and talk about if that was part of their appeal to fans.
CAP | EYE AM A Supergroup with ex-Crowbar Todd Strange
5/25/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik chat with ex-Crowbar bassist Todd "Sexy T" Strange. Strange called in to talk about his new band EYE AM; a supergroup featuring Kirk Windstein of Crowbar, Kenny Hickey and Johnny Kelly of Type O Negative. They talk about the first song they have recorded, future plans for the band, his throughts on the new Pantera tour and more.
CAP | Why Flower Delivery Is Better Than Doordash
5/24/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik talk about the positives and negatives of working in the delivery services, as well as why it's critical to have a second job to being a musician if you live in San Diego. Erik tells an interesting story about being accused as a homeless man.
CAP | Inside The WACO Siege With Survivor David Thibodeau
5/19/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik welcome author and WACO survivor David Thibodeau to the show. They talk about everything WACO, from how Thibodeau met David Koresh to his preaching to the government to the fire itself. This was truly an amazing chat that any person interested in history should check out!
CAP | Andrew Hagar’s Not Relying On His Daddy’s Fame!
5/18/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik welcome vocalist Andrew Hagar to the show. Hagar, the son of megastar Sammy Hagar called in to talk about his upcoming EP, his new song "Systematic Minds", a new TV show FAMILY LEGACY on Paramount+ and more. They also talk somewhat extensively about MMA and his involvement training a UFC World Heavyweight Champion, working on THE AMERICANS, getting through depression, and much more. This was truly a fantastic interview.
CAP | Irresponsible Drinking On The Flight From Korea!
5/17/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik talk about what they did for Mother's Day. Following, Chris tells a story about traveling back from Korea and getting extremely drunk on the airline home; much to the chagrin of his mother.
CAP | What About Next Week’s Guests?
5/15/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik reflect on the guests that have been on the show, and a look forward to next week's guests that are outside of the "box" for Chris Akin Presents...
CAP | Why David Ellefson Could Retire… But Doesn’t!
5/12/2023
On this edition of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik welcome David Ellefson (Dieth / Ellefson-Soto / Kings Of Thrash) back to the show. Ellefson checked in to talk about his experiences on the recently completed MONSTERS OF ROCK CRUISE and the new release from his new band Dieth.
Duration:00:42:38
CAP | Catching Pelicans With Guitarist Kenny Olson
5/11/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik sit down with Letrick-Olson guitarist Kenny Olson (ex-Kid Rock). They talk about the new-ish project Letrick Olson, his other various projects, playing with Kid Rock back in his heyday, catching pelicans and much more.
CAP | Erik’s Monsters Of Rock Cruise Review
5/10/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik Ferentinos review Erik's recently completed trip on the MONSTERS OF ROCK CRUISE to Haiti. The check out some pictures and video that Erik took on the way as he sailed to Haiti as part of Stephen Pearcy's band.
CAP | How The Pandemic Derailed Helloween’s Momentum!
5/9/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS, Chris sits down with Helloween vocalist Michael Kiske. Kiske called in to talk about the upcoming US tour with Hammerfall; their first run of dates in the US since 2018. They also talked about the difficulties of Pumpkins United, how the pandemic killed their huge momentum, and much more.
CAP | Is Motley Crue Padding Their Case Against Mick Mars?
5/8/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and guest host Jon Drake discuss Motley Crue recording new music and performing at the NFL Draft. They discuss the possibilities that these actions may be happening simply to fabricate evidence for their court case against former guitarist Mick Mars. The guys definitely have opinions on the matter.
CAP | Is The New Metallica Stage Too Big?
5/5/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and guest host Jon Drake talk about the strange state of touring today. They talk about how big bands are booking limited numbers of dates and calling them "tours", how small bands have to work to gain fans, and the overall limited number of people attending shows. Following, they talk about the new Metallica 72 SEASONS tour, and how boring and overly spread out their new stage is.
CAP | The New Band Struggles with Sevenstones Drew Elliott
5/4/2023
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Jon Drake chat with Sevenstones vocalist Drew Elliott. Elliott checked in to discuss their new album HURT TURNS INTO HATE, the struggles of getting heard, touring with Texas Hippie Coalition and more.