Chris Akin Presents
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!
- Update frequency
- every 2 days
- Average duration
- 46 minutes
- Episodes
- 165
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Skid Row’s Dud Reissue & Erik’s New Metal Venture (Free)
Alright, you headbanging fiends, buckle up for this edition of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... Chris and Erik tear into Skid Row’s mind-boggling decision to dust off REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE—a reissue nobody wa…
Ricky Warwick on BLOOD TIES & Black Star Riders Future
Metal warriors, buckle up! Chris Akin sits down with Ricky Warwick – the gritty soul of The Almighty and Black Star Riders – for a no-BS dive into his new solo joint, BLOOD TIES. They unpack his ball…
Tim Williams on "Sun And Rain" and Rollin' Coffin
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' …
Karen Read’s Guilt + Nancy Wilson’s Shame: CAP Ep Unleashed (Free)
Yo, rock warriors! This CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... episode is a full-on sonic assault. Chris and Erik dive into the MAX doc on Karen Read’s murder trial—Chris ain’t buying her “innocent” act and rips her…
Sanhedrin Interview: HEAT LIGHTNING, Metal Blade, and More
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…
Why Did RWake Return After 13 Years with 'The Return of Magik'? 🤔
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…
Erik’s Cruise Chaos & Space X Lies Unraveled (Free)
Alright, you headbanging freaks—Erik’s fresh off the Monsters of Rock Cruise, and he’s unloading a truckload of killer tales from the high seas. Epic shows, epic fights, epic nights—it’s all here. Th…
Sophie Lloyd on "Do Or Die," The Whisky, and Rock Stardom
In this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris sits down with the sensational guitar virtuoso Sophie Lloyd! Sophie dives deep into the story behind her new single "Do Or Die" and reveals the wild d…
Is Destruction's Schmier's Secret to Thrash Longevity Just Staying in Shape? 💪
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS…, Chris sits down with Schmier, the legendary frontman of Destruction, to dive deep into the band’s crushing new album, BIRTH OF MALICE. Schmier pulls no punche…
Monsters Of Rock Cruise: Death, Conspiracies & Metal (Free)
Yo, headbangers! This CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... episode slams you with Erik’s countdown to the Monsters Of Rock Cruise – the loudest damn getaway on the high seas. Chris and Erik thrash over the fallout…
Warbringer's "Wrath and Ruin": A Deep Dive with John Kevill
Chris Akin sits down with John Kevill of Warbringer to explore their new album "WRATH AND RUIN." They discuss the album's themes, the role of AI in music and society, the current thrash scene, and Wa…
Jason Bieler's 'Escapologist' & Saigon Kick Saga
Dive into the mind of Jason Bieler as he spills the beans on his latest escapade, 'Escapologist', with the Baron Von Bielski Orchestra. He's got the freedom to make whatever he wants, whenever he wan…
Toomey & Floridia Unplugged w/ Chris Akin Presents...
Hey, you headbanging scribes! This CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... episode cranks the volume with Chris and Stoic Steve tearing it up alongside Joshua Toomey. They dive deep into his raw new project, THE DAVI…
The Life and Legacy of David Johansen (Free)
Chris reflects on the passing of David Johansen, the iconic frontman of the New York Dolls. From their groundbreaking influence on punk and glam to his second act as Buster Poindexter, Johansen left …
The Ultimate Concept Album Battle: WASP vs. Queensryche (Free)
Chris and Brian Hendrickson from TALKING INTO INFINITY dive into one of the greatest debates in metal history—WASP's The Crimson Idol vs. Queensryche's Operation: Mindcrime. These two concept albums …
Robin McAuley on SOULBOUND's Heavier Sound & Rock's Evolution
On CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS, we sit down with Robin McAuley to discuss his new album SOULBOUND. Robin reveals the creative process behind this heavier, more intense sound, the fresh collaborations with n…
Torsten Ihlenfeld on Brainstorm’s Plague of Rats Journey
Join Chris Akin on CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... as he sits down with Brainstorm’s Torsten Ihlenfeld to unpack their new release, Plague of Rats. Torsten shares how he and Andy B. Franck shape the band’s ic…
Lacuna Coil: Evolution or Extinction? 🖤🎸
Get ready for an exclusive chat with Lacuna Coil's Andrea Ferro on Chris Akin Presents! They dive deep into the band's latest album Sleepless Empire, how they managed to keep their sound while pushin…
How Did Scour’s Derek Engemann End Up Playing with Pantera? 🎸
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris dives deep with Scour bassist Derek Engemann about their explosive new release GOLD, the band’s evolution into a mature extreme metal force, and wheth…
Was SNL50 a Total Flop? 🤔 (Free)
On this episode of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS..., Chris and Erik dive into the SNL50 broadcast on Peacock – and they’re not impressed. They discuss why the show failed to live up to expectations and how it …