Debating Metal: The Podcast

First introduced in 1952 as what would become known as a 45, they first were a way to split an LP into 2 or 3 smaller 7” EPs. Later on, they became a way to compile several singles onto one format. As time went on EPs waned in popularity but made a comeback in the 70’s when punk rock and the DIY craze began. In the late 70’s, and 80’s EPs in Heavy Metal became increasingly poplar as a way of releasing music for the independent and financially challenged artist. On this episode, Kenneth Dean and Chris are going to talk about some notable EPs, give you their take on those EPs and then at the end, They'll give you their BIG 4 Metal EPs. So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin.
Hosted by - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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On this special 4th Anniversary episode, the guys are  talking about what each  think are the 10 Most Important Bands in Heavy Metal History. They both have come up with a list of 10 bands who they think are the most important.  They may share some bands on our lists and some they may not.  But overall, they'll give you a compelling overview of the most important band in heavy metal history.  They will also share some thoughts about the last 4 years since the show started including what they consider their favorite and least favorite episodes are.  So sit back, relax, pop open some bubbly, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin!!!
Hosted by - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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In the mid 80’s, the Bay Area Thrash was taking off thanks to the likes of Exodus and Metallica. One band in particular, Legacy, which formed in 1983, would go on to sign a record deal, change singers, change their name and go onto become one of the most influential Bay Area Thrash bands.  That band is Testament. 
In 1986, original vocalist Steve Souza left to join Exodus as a replacement for the fired Paul Baloff.  At Souza’s suggestion, Testament hired Chuck Billy as their new singer. With their lineup set, Testament would sign with Megaforce Records and release their debut album The Legacy in 1987. Since that time, Testament have released 13 studio albums, 4 live albums, 2 Eps and 5 compilations. 
On this episode, Chris and Kenneth Dean will choose 15 songs each from their 13 studio albums. Any songs duplicated automatically make the list. Whichever songs are not, they’ll debate to see which make the final cut. Then they’ll arrange them in concert setlist order for the Ultimate Testament Greatest Hits.
BIG 4 - Most Anticipated Metal Albums of 2024
Hosts - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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It’s that time of year again when we reflect back on what a year it was.  2023 started with a one-off reunion of a makeup wearing New York band and ended with the retirement of a makeup wearing New Your band. In the middle, we got a whole bunch of other reunions, firings, tours and a whole bunch of new music. As the guys take a look back on the past year, they give you their Big 4 Metal Albums of 2023. So sit back, pour yourself some spiked egg nog, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin…
Hosts - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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From New York City to the Sunset Strip in L.A., Glam Metal rose to prominence in the early 80’s and rode the wave of popularity until the rise of Grunge in the early 90’s. On this episode, the guys will give you what they feel is the BIG 4 of Glam Metal and at the end, they’ll give you their BIG 4 Glam Metal Vocalists. 
Hosts - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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When it comes to our favorite bands, we all have our favorite person in the band.  And sometimes we even have someone we can do without. Today, the guys are going to discuss exactly who those people are and why they feel they are the most and least valuable in their respective bands. Today the guys are starting something they’re calling MVP-LVP. The premise is they will choose a number of bands and debate who their Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Least Valuable Player (LVP) is.  Today they're starting with the BIG 4 of Thrash - Metallica, Slayer, Megadeth and Anthrax. And when they’re done, they’ll give you their BIG 4 Favorite BIG 4 Band Members. So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin...
Hosts - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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The guys along with special guest Sklo continue their ranking of KISS' albums from Worst to First. This episode sees the guys go from #12 to #1.  And once they’re done talking about that, they’ll give you their BIG 4 KISS Members.  So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin…
Hosts - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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Having released 24 studio albums, including their 1978 solo albums, 8 Live albums, various compilations and a box set, KISS are one of the best selling American bands in the history of music. With 30 Gold and Platinum albums to their credit in the US alone, KISS has been a staple of the hard rock and heavy metal scene for 50 years. On this episode, the guys along with special guest Sklo rank their albums from what they think is their worst all the way to what they believe is their best. And once they’re done talking about that, they’ll give you their BIG 4 KISS Members.  So sit back, relax, turn it up to 11 and let the debate begin…
Hosts - Kenneth Dean, the Dean of Metal and Chris Kaye
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Twitter - https://twitter.com/DebatingMetal
email - debatingmetal@gmail.com