Ep. 109 Damn Yankees Self Titled Debut - Review & Reaction! 🎸🔥 Welcome to our latest episode, where we're diving deep into the rock supergroup sensation Damn Yankees and their electrifying self-titled debut album, "Damn Yankees"! 🌟 Released in 1990, this album burst onto the scene, delivering a blend of hard rock, heavy metal, and a touch of AOR (A…

Ep. 108 The Top 10 WWE Intercontinental Title Matches at WrestleMania In this electrifying episode of The Big Talk Podcast, your hosts, Chris and Gregg, dive deep into the heart and soul of WrestleMania - the Intercontinental Championship matches that have left an indelible mark on the legacy of The Showcase of the Immortals. With a passion for the…

Welcome to the ultimate breakdown of Judas Priest's electrifying album "Invincible Shield." Dive into the raw power of heavy metal with this iconic release as we explore its dynamic tracks, thunderous riffs, and unforgettable melodies. Join us as we dissect each song, uncovering the album's themes, and discussing its impact on the metal genre. Don'…

Ep. 106 Avenged Sevenfold - "City of Evil" Album Review & Reaction! 🎸 Unleash the sonic fury with Avenged Sevenfold's iconic masterpiece, "City of Evil"! 🤘 Dive into this electrifying review to discover why this album has become a timeless classic in the realm of metal. 🔥 Album Overview: "City of Evil" catapults listeners into a sonic adventure whe…

Ep. 105 Black N' Blue's - Without Love - Review & Reaction! Black 'N Blue's "Without Love" is a hard rock gem that encapsulates the essence of the genre during the mid-1980s. Released in 1985, this album marked a pivotal moment in the band's career, showcasing their ability to blend melodic hooks with gritty, anthemic rock. The album kicks off with…

Ep. 104 Extreme - Extreme II: Pornograffitti - Review and Reaction! Extreme's "Pornograffitti" is a groundbreaking album that seamlessly blends hard rock, funk, and glam metal, showcasing the band's exceptional musicianship and eclectic style. Released in 1990, the album gained widespread acclaim for its virtuoso guitar work, powerful vocals, and s…

Ep. 103 Valentines Day Playlist - CONCEPT PLAYLIST - Gregg's Episode Just in time for Valentines Day!! Gregg unleashes his playlist for 2024. Where every song has a story, and every story has a song..... In a way that only Gregg can deliver! 1. "Don't Walk Away" - Danger Danger 2. "Just Another Night" - Wildside 3. "Mine" - Bulletboys 4. "Strength"…

Ep. 102 Valentines Day Playlist - "LOVE" SONGS - Chris's Edition This episode is all about love.... Literally! This year Chris made his Valentines Day playlist all about songs that have the word "Love" in the title. We got everything here: Rock, Rap, Yacht Rock, and R&B... It's all here. So all you Lovers & Lovers In Training get ready...… To Feel …

Ep. 101 Extreme's Self-Titled Debut Album! - Review & Reaction! Step back in time to the late '80s with Extreme's self-titled debut album, a musical journey that seamlessly blends hard rock with funk and showcases the band's virtuosity and raw energy. Released in 1989, this album marked the beginning of Extreme's career, setting the stage for their…

Ep. 100 Warrants Classic Album, "Cherry Pie" Welcome to the world of glam metal as Warrant takes center stage with their iconic album, "Cherry Pie." Released in 1990, this album encapsulates the essence of the genre, delivering a high-energy, feel-good experience that defined the era. "Cherry Pie" is a sonic journey that showcases Warrant's signatu…

Ep. 099 Warrant's classic debut album, "DRFSR" - Review & Reaction! Welcome to the era of big hair, glam metal, and anthemic rock tunes with Warrant's explosive debut album, "Dirty Rotten Filthy Stinking Rich." Released in 1989, this album catapulted the Californian quintet into the mainstream spotlight, marking their territory with a perfect blend…

Ep. 098 Dokken' s Classic Album, "Under Lock and Key" - Review and Reaction! Welcome to the hard-hitting world of Dokken with their iconic album "Under Lock and Key." Released in 1985, this masterpiece showcases the band at the height of their prowess, delivering a perfect blend of heavy metal grit and melodic finesse. "Under Lock and Key" is a son…

Ep. 097 Dokken's Second Album, the Classic "Tooth and Nail" - Review and Reaction! In Ep. 097, Chris and Gregg step into the electrifying world of Dokken with their iconic album, "Tooth and Nail." Released in 1984, this powerhouse record is a quintessential piece of the hair metal and hard rock era, showcasing the band at the height of their musica…

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In Episode #095 Chris and Gregg take a wild ride through rock 'n' roll history with Motley Crue's iconic debut album, "Too Fast For Love." Released in 1981, this record marked the beginning of a band that would go on to define the glam metal and hair metal movements of the 1980s. In this video, we'll dive deep into the music, the band's history, an…

On our 3rd annual Halloween episode, Chris and Gregg take Halloween to another level. To lead off the show, the guys box break a Halloween goodie box from Red Vines full of candy, games, and Halloween trinkets. Gregg brings along his Halloween playlist, and the guys give their opinions to tracks by bands such as Grim Reaper, King Diamond, Tiger Arm…

In Episode #093 Chris and Gregg look back at Great White's "...Twice Shy" album. Released in 1989, "...Twice Shy" marked a pivotal moment in Great White's career. This album catapulted the band to new heights, cementing their status as one of the most prominent rock acts of the late '80s and early '90s. So, whether you're a long-time fan of Great W…

In Episode #92, Chris and Gregg give their review of the classic 1989 album by L.A. Guns, "Cocked & Loaded." This iconic release catapulted the band into the stratosphere of the glam metal and hard rock scene. Join us as we dive deep into the tracks that made this album an enduring masterpiece and an essential listen for any rock enthusiast.…

In Episode #091 Chris and Gregg look back at Great White's "Once Bitten" album. Released in 1987, is a timeless classic that embodies the essence of 1980s rock. This iconic record showcases the band's signature bluesy hard rock sound, with powerful vocals by Jack Russell and blazing guitar work by Mark Kendall. Tracks like 'Rock Me' and 'Save Your …

In Episode #090 Chris and Gregg crawl into the gutter, back to the Sunset Sleeze sounds of L.A. Guns' debut album. Straight off the Sunset Strip, L.A. Guns ruled Hollywood during the late 80's and early 90's. Headed by original Guns N' Roses lead guitarist Tracii Guns and vocalist Phil Lewis, L.A. Guns were the sound of Sleeze that everyone was loo…

In Episode #089 Chris and Gregg return to the early 90s, where grunge was gaining mainstream popularity in every corner of America. Leading the charge was Seattle's own Alice In Chains. Whether or not you like the way music was changing at the time, Alice In Chains was one of the best to come out of the grunge scene.…

In Episode #088 Chris and Gregg change gears a bit and take a listen to the Complete Greatest Hits album by The Cars. This look back at their musical career covers everything from their 6x platinum Self Titled debut to their final studio album with the original lineup, Door To Door. Jump on in a take a ride.... You wont be disappointed!!!…

In Episode #087 Chris and Gregg take a listen to KISS... without the makeup!! Lick It Up & Revenge were two very different albums from the makeup-less era of KISS. Listen along with the guys as they give there critique and opinions on these 2 classics. Their opinions may surprise you!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #086 Chris and Gregg continue their look back at the year 1976. In this episode, the guys discuss the movies, such as Rocky, Taxi Driver, Silver Streak, and All the Presidents Men. They talk about the T.V. shows, such as Happy Days, MASH, Charlie's Angels, and Laverne & Shirley. They close out the episode by disussing the events on 1976.…

In Episode #085 Chris and Gregg take a listen to the music from the year 1976. Its all here.... Rock, Metal, Disco, Pop and Punk! AC/DC, Judas Priest, ABBA, Paul McCartney and Wings, and The Sex Pistols!!! It all gets covered and critiqued, just the way you would expect from The Big Talk Podcast with Chris and Gregg!…

In Episode #084 Chris and Gregg listen to the debut albums of two of the lesser known bands of the Hairband/Glam era, Pretty Boy Floyd's "Electric Boys with Electric Toys" & Roxy Blue's "Want Some!" Discover or re-discover these hidden gems with the guys!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #083, Chris presents us with his Songs of Summer playlist. Songs that remind him of summer, are about summer, from his youth and today. Van Halen, Beach Boys, The Cars, Kid Rock, Journey, Steve Miller Band, Kenny Chesney, DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince, plus a whole lot more!!!!! Listen along with the guys as they work on their tans, t…

In Episode #082, Gregg presents us with his Songs of Summer playlist. Songs that remind him of summer, are about summer, from his youth and today. Journey, The Beatles, Alice Cooper, Eagles, Van Halen, Jane's Addiction, STP, Incubus, and a whole lot more!!!!! Listen along with the guys as they work on their tans and relive the greatest summer momen…

In Episode #081, Chris and Gregg listen to the two biggest selling albums from rock icons, AC/DC. First, they listen to the last album to feature Bon Scott as lead singer, Highway To Hell. Then they listen to the first album to feature Brian Johnson as lead singer, Back In Black.By bigtalkcg

In Episode #080, Chris and Gregg listen to some of Gregg's favorite live albums!!! Such a diverse collection of live albums from bands such as: Kiss, Slipknot, Led Zeppelin, Journey, Pearl Jam, Warrant and more...!!!!!! So who's list did you like best? Let us know!!!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #079, Chris and Gregg listen to some of Chris's favorite live albums!!! Such a diverse collection of live albums from bands such as: Metallica, AC/DC, U2, The Runaways, Thin Lizzy, and more!!!! Believe us when we say its all KILLER!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #078, KIX ARE FOR KIDS..... and Chris and Gregg!!! KIX being one of the most underrated bands of the 80's, came out with two of the best albums of the decade, Midnight Dynamite & Blow My Fuse. Take a ride with the guys as they give you the full on KIX experience!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #077, Chris and Gregg listen to two of the Scorpions' greatest albums, Blackout & Love At First Sting. The guys cover everything with some stories, factoids, and some great times. All this from the greatest band to ever come out of Germany!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #076, Chris and Gregg listen to Quiet Riots two biggest albums, Metal Health & Condition Critical. One was the first metal album to top the Billboard album charts, the other.... well, not so much. The guys give their take on each album, and why such a big drop off. Get ready Nation, to BANG YOUR HEAD!!!!!!…

In Episode #075, Chris and Gregg take a listen to the first two albums that Ronnie James Dio recorded with Black Sabbath, Heaven and Hell & Mob Rules. Be blown away, just as they are every time they listen to these amazing, and underrated albums! 🤘 🤘 🤘By bigtalkcg

In Episode #074, Chris and Gregg uncover the greatness that is Krokus!!! Underrated, Undervalued, and Under appreciated!! Focus, on the Krokus!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #073, Chris and Gregg kick off Heavy May-tal Month with the mighty Metallica!!! The guys go back and listen to two of the greatest metal albums of all time, Ride the Lightning & Master of Puppets!!! 🤘🤘🤘By bigtalkcg

In Episode #072, Chris and Gregg form an "Alliance" with each to take on another episode of The Office. Listen to the guys laugh their way through The Alliance episode with factoids and behind the scenes info..... Superfans style!!!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #071, Chris and Gregg go through the highlights of Twisted Sister's music catalog. They give their honest take on their music, and tell some great stories about the band!! Underrated, underappreciated, and rocking your ass off!!!! This is Twisted F'n Sister!!!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #070, Chris and Gregg give their honest take on Wrestlemania 39!!! They were there to experience all the mayhem first hand, and lived to tell the tale!!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #069, Chris and Gregg listen to Lita Ford and music from her first 5 solo albums.. And a little band called The Runaways!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #068, Chris and Gregg Take a look back at the movies and TV of 2011.... Its amazing, or its trash.... We'll let the BIG TALK NATION be the judge!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #068, Chris and Gregg Take take trip back and listen to the music that made, and broke 2011. The Rock! The Metal! The Hits! The MIsses! Its all here!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #066 Chris and Gregg listen to some of the best entrance music in wrestling from mainstream artists. No boring, in-house music here.... All from artists outside of each promotions in-house music production. Come Get Some!!!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #065 Chris and Gregg give their thoughts on the first 2 albums by Winger. Probably the most underrated band from the 80's. Great musicians. Great writing. Great playing. Great Podcast!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #064, Chris and Gregg slide it in, right to the top with the band, Whitesnake! Join the guys as they listed to 2 of their greatest albums. "Slide It In" brought Whitesnake to a wider audience, while their self titled "Whitesnake" album made them the biggest band in the world!!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #063, Chris and Gregg celebrate their love with a Sspecial Valentines Day edition of The Big Talk Podcast. All about the Power Ballad. So grab the one you love, snuggle up, and get ready for the passion!!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #062, Chris and Gregg help tell the story, and give their thoughts and opinions of one of, if not the best concept album of all time..... Operation Mindcrime, by the vastly underrated Queensryche. This is gonna be killer..... literally!!!By bigtalkcg

In Episode #061, Chris and Gregg are back!!! Back for more!!!! And so is the Royal Rumble!!! Chris and Gregg talk about all things Royal Rumble.... Then. Now. Forever.By bigtalkcg

In Episode #060, as promised, Chris and Gregg listen to the Deep Cuts of Journey, one of the all time great American rock bands. Although some of these songs may be new to some, the familiar sound of Journey is still there. Lets continue this Journey together Nation!!!!By bigtalkcg