That Metal Show Kicks Ass on VH1 Classic
It pays to listen when music zealots are spouting off - it’s fun to get caught up in their passion. That’s what happens on VH1 Classic’s new That Metal Show. A handful of hard rock loonies unite to banter about their favorite subject matter. Eddie Trunk, Jim Florentine, and Don Jamieson host a roundtable chat that frequently finds itself spilling out into the streets and towards concertville (be there when they chase down Van Halen). The first volley of guests includes everyone from Lita Ford to Yngwie Malmsteen to Dee Snider.
The above clip gives you a taste of what’s what on TMS, which has been called a mix of Headbanger’s Ball and The Man Show. It premieres tomorrow night, Saturday, November 15 at 11pm ET on VH1 Classic. Turn it up to 11 and be there.
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March 8th, 2009 at 7:16 pm
EDDIE THE GUYS FROM CHEARS CALLED THEY WANTED TO KNOWN IF YOU WOULD FILL IN FOR NORM.
March 23rd, 2009 at 12:51 am
the show is cool when they have real metal musicians, but for the most part all they talk about is the popular side of metal. I guess black, death, real thrash isn’t part of metal?
March 23rd, 2009 at 9:37 pm
THE SHOW REALLY SUCKS! I love metal and you guys are totally butchering what this show could be. All you ever talk about is older bands like Maiden and Judas Priest, which are essential to metal but you don’t talk about modern metal bands. Today 3/23/09 i watched the latest episode and heard Eddie compare Pantera to Metallica. SHUT THE F**K UP DUDE!!! I know he co-produces the show but he really doesnt need to be on it! He rarely ever answers any of the questions and isnt a proper host for this show. The show would be “More Metal” if: 1)the hosts had long hair and didn’t look like Hollister posers! 2)the show was more agressive and a little less +&_`!*!&~&!)^!!~& 3)the hosts talked about more modern metal bands and different types of metal. 4)show some metal music videos!!!
I’m very suprised the show has made it a second season. If VH1 wants a metal show call it “METAL UP YOUR ~@+#$^(!!(&@)!_ or somethin vulgar! not something that was derived from “That 70’s Show” Just something to think about.
March 24th, 2009 at 2:08 am
I just finished watching the latest edition of That Metal Show… One topic was witch CD was most heavier Pantera’s “Vulger Display of Power” or Slayer’s “Reign in Blood”.. What a &(^#%#+!$$#%&~(# n joke..Everyone, with the exception of Eddie Trunk voted Pantera’s “Vulger Display of Power”… &(^#%#+!$$#%&~(# n Unbelievable..Eddie made a good point. Even today, Slayer would never be the opening act for anyone…
March 24th, 2009 at 10:33 am
Why would anyone ever consider Extreme a metal act? Seriously folks. This show is becoming more and more of a joke
Two of the hosts actually prefer new-Metallica over classic Metallica. Check thier setlist
April 4th, 2009 at 11:37 am
in reference to the van halen vs. rhodes, a fair comparision would have been suicide solution vs. eruption. and someone made the statement that there would be no rhodes without van halen i think it was the guy that is supposed to be funny…r.rhoades was a music teacher at his mothers school at 16years old and studied classical music all of his career.. his influenses date back further then eddie…..have you heard of mozart,paganini or bach? i think they play a big role in randy’s style..love your show
April 10th, 2009 at 7:14 pm
stop with all the )^()!*`*^#+*^+%^ ty hair metal bands
April 12th, 2009 at 5:22 pm
Hey guys awesome show…. I do have a complaint, the episode with Anvil you did a segment on Savatage, You failed to mention to the world that JON OLIVA is Savatage, and TSO, he has an amazing solo project Jon Oliva,s Pain going on right now and is in the studio doing his 4th album.
April 15th, 2009 at 11:55 pm
i just want to thank you guy’s for showing me all the kick @$`$)($@$^~)^`+ metal i was missing , of course you got main stream like ozzy,metallica,ac/dc, who all kick @$`$)($@$^~)^`+ but i did not know about bands like accept,anvil, motor head and i just want to say thank you for showing all us young metal heads out there about all the kick @$`$)($@$^~)^`+ metal that is out there that we missed cause we came a little late to live it but be cause guy’s like my dad and you guy’s letting me know about the doors and sabath along with zepplin,and all the others they will live on for many years to come long after they are gone keep up the good work!!!
p.s.eddy i know how smart you are and would love if you keep getting answers just so we can see miss box of junk!!!!!!go miss junk ya!ya!ya!
April 16th, 2009 at 4:14 pm
This show really blows. Its just about the most un-Metal thing thats ever existed. All they do is talk to and about lame hard rock bands. And when they do actually discuss real Metal, they never discuss anything after thrash!! What are Doom, Death, Black, Sludge, Stoner, and Progressive not Metal? Or is it that the hosts have no understanding of what Metal is. Shame on these morons for making such a piece of crap. I really hope this show gets cancelled soon. Long live the underground where real METAL flourishes.
April 16th, 2009 at 8:10 pm
Hey i love the show. Just wondering, maybe you guys could give chicken foot some props? Like the song soap on a rope. Check out there myspace its got a couple new of there new songs. How about Michael Anthony vs Robert Trujilio? Cant wait to see the new show saturday!
April 18th, 2009 at 4:18 am
What the hell is going on tonight on metal mania? Why is there so much crappy songs on there. Those songs should NOT even be consitered metal!!!!!!!!! We want some real metal!!!!!!!!!!!
April 22nd, 2009 at 11:31 am
Just a question to that’s metla show.
What happend to the band Keel?
Thank, from Puerto Rico
April 26th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
Love the show! Just watched the Heaven and Hell episode. Can’t wait for more. Thanks guys…
April 29th, 2009 at 12:27 am
what ever happened to riot,or grim reaper.i used to love those bands when i was at the beach,and i think i turned alot of people on to them as well in miami,i was 16 i think at the time…i was still a metal head by far,and now im still a metal head.i also miss my friends that were with me during the days!
May 2nd, 2009 at 9:39 am
eddie trunk, what ever happen to george lynch. who i think is 2nd to eddie van halen.
May 2nd, 2009 at 9:42 am
also can i get a tshrit?
May 2nd, 2009 at 9:47 am
what ever happen to george lynch? who i though was 2nd to eddie van halen. and i get a t-shirt? and eddie have you ever heard of shooting star from kansas city? they never made it big. but a great band.
May 2nd, 2009 at 7:48 pm
Hey guys what ever happened to Jake.E.Lee. Not only does Jon Oliva (savatage, TSO) have his solo project Zak Stevens is also doing a solo project called Circle to Circle.
May 3rd, 2009 at 1:30 am
what ever happened to Accept
May 9th, 2009 at 12:16 pm
I’m new to Vh1 but been catching That Metal Show and Id like to ask what ever happened to the band STEELHEART?
May 9th, 2009 at 12:24 pm
I’m new to Vh1 and I’ve been catching the show. Pretty cool. Got a question though, What every happened to STEELHART??
May 18th, 2009 at 2:34 am
To response to joel, if they did cover genres like death, thrash, black, then why stop there, power, etc. lets just leave it to metal/hard rock, where the real music is.
May 28th, 2009 at 7:42 am
eddie what was the name of the group that gary cherone and paul geary where in before extreme called.my 10 year old son and 12 year old love your show we are big fans of you n show if i stump you please send them rock band lost my job got hurt and cant work any more ty
May 28th, 2009 at 7:51 am
the name of the group was called the dream i hope we got you.
May 30th, 2009 at 11:52 pm
whit ever happen to the band sleeze beeze are they still around ps i love the show keep up the good work
May 31st, 2009 at 11:50 am
what ever happened to rough cutt????????
June 7th, 2009 at 9:14 pm
Eddie wasnt stumped when asked what song did “rainbow” use an orchestra. The questioner said it was ’stargazer’ which is wrong. A song rainbow had w/orchestra would be “weiss heim” from Finyl Vinyl.
June 12th, 2009 at 12:03 pm
OK Jim…what the hell is under that bandaid? A scar? A big black hairy mole? A turkey gobbler? A tick that would not let go? Your little brother? Please show us…or at least tell us what is under there!!!!
July 1st, 2009 at 2:57 pm
Guys,
Love the show! Originally from Freehold, NJ (NOT a Bonjovi fan; he sucks then and now) What ever happened
to that great, hair band from the 80’s (and South Jersey) Cinderella? Additionally, has the cast/promoters/etc.. ever considered helping those fellow metal maniacs that are experiencing truly horrific and dismal economic uncertainties? I would like to think that all the special guests that appear have a heart (and wallet). Why not organize a special funding that each guests has an OPTION of contributing in the efforts to “Help a HeadBanger”? Just a thought (don’t steal my thunder/idea - please)
P.S.
My email has been disconnected due to insufficient funds so any contact would have to be done via mail.
I’m sure your webmaster can navigate the internet to find my mailing addres