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Headbanger's Rock Show

Joe and Chris www.buzzsprout.com
A rock n' roll podcast with 80s rock as the backbone....
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Episodes

Once Bitten vs. Twice Shy

In this episode, Joe and Chris battle the band Great White against itself. Sister albums Once Bitten (1987) and Twice Shy (1989) fight it out song by song. Which album is the better one..or are they just about even? Find out. Plus, there's finally another list.

Jan 10, 20241 hr 34 min

Good Song, Weak Album

In this episode, Joe and Chris find gems amongst the piles of rubbish. Are there bad albums that have at least one good song? Let's find out.... Plus, what in the hell is wrong with G n' R?

Dec 13, 20231 hr 20 min

Judas Priest Top 10 (80s)

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk Judas Priest from the 80s. And in some of it, only Joe talks, thanks to computer glitches.. Which songs make the Top 10? Will it be all Hits for Hits 51? Find out here...

Nov 29, 20231 hr 28 min

Slaughter vs. Firehouse Debut Album Clash

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk about and debate the debut albums by Slaughter and Firehouse. Both released in 1990, both with big hits throughout...which one is ultimately better? Plus, a quick new music review of Mick Mars' new single as well a Judas Priest's new song.

Nov 14, 20231 hr 40 min

80s Pop "We Hate to Love"

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk about the songs that they're embarrassed to say that they love. They put their man-cards at risk and their reputations on the line to bring some parody to the Rock Show.

Oct 29, 20231 hr 41 min

Shout at the Devil turns 40

In this Episode, Joe and Chris talk about....Shout At The Devil. And some other interesting things.

Sep 23, 20231 hr 6 min

Motley Crue Top 10 (Post 80s)

In this Episode, Joe and Chris countdown their top 10 songs of Motley Crue that were released after the 1989 album Dr. Feelgood. That includes four studio albums and a bunch of singles released on various "Greatest Hits" albums. Plus...the term "hair metal" is ok. Not to worry about it.

Sep 05, 20231 hr 21 min

Motley Crue Top 20 (80s)

In this episode, Chris is in for the Motley Crue Top 20 from the 80s albums. They discuss what songs they think are best and why. Plus, Vince Neil's top 5 album list...and it doesn't piss Chris off.

Aug 15, 20231 hr 59 min

An "Almost Match" Match Up!!

How about we talk about songs with very similar titles? Then pit them against each other. Ok...sounds good. In this episode, that's what Joe and Chris do. Plus they talk Megadeth, Black Spiders and Pee Wee Herman. Tune in....

Aug 02, 20231 hr 47 min

KISS vs. AC/DC Album Clash!

In this episode, Joe and Chris compare two 1985 released albums: KISS Asylum and AC/DC Fly on the Wall. They talk about the parallels between the albums and the bands at the time and then go track by track to find out which album is on top. Plus, somebody needs to do a proper Motley Crue list....someday.

Jul 21, 20231 hr 57 min

Who Did It Better? Same Name Songs....

In this episode, Joe and Chris pit songs with the same name against each other. Who did it better? As well, in an effort to find a list to piss Chris off with, Joe finds a list that pisses him off. Plus Nickelback is better than Snow.... Take a listen!

Jul 08, 20231 hr 51 min

Scorpions v Priest "Album Clash"

In this episode, Joe and Chris pit two heavy hitters against one another. Scorpions "Love at First Sting" vs. Judas Priest's "Defenders of the Faith." Both albums released in 1984, the 9th studio album for each band and both with 9 songs. An epic battle ensues. Plus...Does GnR have any underrated songs? Find out....

Jun 16, 20231 hr 44 min

White Fight...Lion vs Snake

In this episode, Joe and Chris host a White Fight. White Lion vs Whitesnake. It's the 1987 release battle of Pride by White Lion vs the self titled Whitesnake album. Joe finally gets White Lion involved in the show as more than just a punchline. And Chris shocks himself, Joe and the world. Is White Lion legit or still a punchline? Find out....

Jun 06, 20231 hr 32 min

Back to Back Great Albums....

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk about their favorite back to back albums from the decade of glitz and glam. Which bands had really strong sequential albums? And which didn't? Plus, Trixter makes an appearance and so does a list that doesn't piss Chris off. Two firsts? Listen and check it out.....

May 26, 20231 hr 32 min

Making the Perfect 80s Rock Album Part 10

In this episode, Joe and Chris put the finishing touches on their perfect 80s Rock album. Song 10. See how their album finishes and how it fits with the entirety of their faux rock album. Plus....Metallica hasn't gotten any better.

Apr 25, 20231 hr 3 min

Top 10 Van Halen...

In this episode, Joe and Chris discuss Joe's top 10 Van Halen songs. It's an impromptu episode with a special appearance from a dear listener. He flew 3000 miles just to be on the show. That's diehard. Plus he's a VH mega fan to boot. How does Joe do on his top 10? Hurumph or Hangman? Find out....

Apr 20, 20231 hr 13 min

Ranking Ratt...Top 10 songs

In this episode, Joe and Chris rank their top 10 Ratt songs. They also discuss soapboxes. It's a dynamic episode..things can change on a moments notice.

Apr 08, 20231 hr 41 min

Yo Headbanger's Rap

In this episode, Joe and Chris veer off the normal path and talk about the 80s Rap music explosion and how it affected (interrupted) their metal minds for a minute. And as usual, there's a list.

Mar 15, 20231 hr 15 min

Making the Perfect 80s Rock Album Part 9

In this episode, Joe and Chris continue the series Making the Perfect 80s Rock Album with their 2nd to last pick at track #9. Who has the better track 9? Is the Rock and Roll HOF just the Music HOF or does it just suck? Find out.....

Mar 01, 20231 hr 10 min

Poison Top 10

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk about the band Poison. Quintessential 80s glam band or just a bunch of poser-pussies? Top 10 Poison songs according to The Headbanger's Rock Show.

Feb 01, 20231 hr 23 min

Metal Health v. Stay Hungry v. Pyromania

In this episode, Joe and Chris take on the other 3 of the Big 5 of Hair Metal: Quiet Riot's Metal Health , Def Leppard's Pyromania and Twisted Sister's Stay Hungry. Plus....you knew they would.....talk about Rolling Stone's top 200 singers list. Is it a barf fest? Yeah probably....

Jan 19, 20231 hr 37 min

Making the Perfect 80s Rock Album Part 8

In this episode, Joe and Chris get closer to concluding their 10 part series of Making the Perfect 80s Rock Album. They sift through the back sides of some of their favorite albums to find their song 8. Ballad, deep cut, mega hit? Find out....

Jan 03, 20231 hr 35 min

Aerosmith 70s vs. 80s

In this episode, Joe and Chris rank their favorite Aerosmith songs from their 2 most prominent decades: 1970s and 1980s. And alas....they'll figure out which decade was the better one, musically, for the band. Plus a short listen to the highly anticipated new Winery Dogs album.

Dec 15, 20221 hr 34 min

TheYear: 1990

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk about the year 1990 and what glam bands had good albums and what else was changing in the scene. Plus, a review of the new Metallica song.

Dec 07, 20221 hr 24 min

Making the Perfect 80s Rock Album Part 7

In this episode Joe and Chris revive their long running series in the pursuit of the perfect Glam metal album. Plus, it's time for Joe to review the new Nickelback album; to Chris' dismay.....

Nov 23, 20221 hr 27 min

Theatre of Pain vs. Girls, Girls, Girls

In this episode, Joe and Chris pit two Motley Crue albums against each other: Theatre of Pain and Girls, Girls, Girls. Which one is the better album? Plus, John 5 takes over for Mick Mars.

Nov 08, 20221 hr 36 min

After the Glam Party Ended....

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk about the glam afterparty, better known as the 90s and beyond. There was a lot of good material that was released after Glam's big run in the 80s, by bands from the 80s, but it's not as well discovered as the 80s stuff is. Here is a Top 5 list of their favorite songs post 1992 from artists whose peak was the 80s. Plus a Stadium Tour review and Nickelback is BACK!!

Sep 19, 20221 hr 40 min

80s Glam vs 80s Glam

In this episode, Joe and Chris talk about the 2 eras of Glam Metal: 1980-84 &1985-89. What are the distinctions? Which era is best? Plus...Pantera quasi reunion. Is it a good idea?

Aug 29, 20221 hr 27 min

Rock Songs with the word "Rock"...best and worst

In this episode, Joe and Chris discuss the best rock songs that title it with the word "Rock." What makes it good.? What makes it bad? What makes it cheesy? Plus....the big four of thrash albums counted down..what a mess that is.

Aug 15, 20221 hr 4 min

Motley Crue Top 20

In this episode, Joe gets left behind by his traveling partner in crime, Chris 51. So he goes Crue on him just to make him hurt. But they will reunite next episode and Chris will no doubt scold Joe for daring to do Crue without him.....

Jun 28, 202250 min
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