PODCAST: KISS – The End of The Road Debate – Legendary Farewell or Controversial Exit


Ghost Cult Keefy was joined by a cavalcade of metal personalities for a debate surrounding the final shows ever from KISS! In this video, we’ll be debating whether or not we think the KISS farewell tour was a successful, or a controversial exit. Was it a perfect ending to an iconic band, or did they go too far? We will also discuss the bands’ place in Classic Rock lore, the best and worst moments in the band’s history, and what their legacy is. Let us know what you think in the comments below!

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GIFT GUIDE: Ghost Cult’s Holiday 2020 Gift Guide


Alcohol

The best Christmas gifts are the most useful ones. Slapping a bow on a bottle of Jack is the easiest gift you can give a metalhead. The great thing about it? Even if they have a preference, they aren’t going to turn down free alcohol. Type any brand and the words “gift set” into Google and you’ll find something. However, premade gift sets have a tendency to be overpriced and generic. You’re better off grabbing an empty box and filling it up with a variety of airplane bottles. It’s kind of like a box of chocolates—But booze. 

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Dumb and Dumbest Episode #373: Tom of the Metal Robot Returns to Talk Vlogging!


Tom of The Metal Robot chats with Curtis and Keefy to discuss his approach to blogging, reviewing albums, connecting with publicists and records labels and more. Dumb and Dumbest #373 is streaming now and it’s all an interview with Tom of the Metal Robot Returns to Talk Vlogging! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR) and Keith Chachkes (Ghost Cult/BDWE Media). In addition to the podcast, Matt, Curtis, and Keith all host The Music Marketing Challenges: low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists.  And we just launched a Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! DM Matt or Curtis at the links below for detailsContinue reading


Dumb and Dumbest Episode #372: Interview With Don De Leaumont of The Great Southern Brainfart


Don De Leaumont has been running The Great Southern Brainfart blog for over a decade. Now he has compiled a collection of essays and stories in his new book, Southeast of Heaven! Curtis and Keefy caught up with Don to hear his story.  Dumb and Dumbest #372 is streaming now and it’s all an Interview With Don De Leaumont of The Great Southern Brainfart! Dumb and Dumbest is hosted by Matt Bacon (Dropout Media, Ripple Music, Prophecy Productions), Publicist Curtis Dewar (Dewar PR) and Keith Chachkes (Ghost Cult/BDWE Media). In addition to the podcast, Matt, Curtis, and Keith all host The Music Marketing Challenges: low-cost, super high-value private training to bands and artists.  And we just launched a Get hands-on practical experience to market your band like a pro today! DM Matt or Curtis at the links below for detailsContinue reading