Carl was a disc jockey in Hartford, Connecticut when he founded Songfacts as a way to tell the stories behind the songs. You can also find him on Rock's Backpages.
Jim Adkins of Jimmy Eat WorldJim talks about the impact of "The Middle" and uses a tree metaphor to describe his songwriting philosophy.
Eric HutchinsonThe "OK, It's Alright With Me" singer knew for years he might have Myotonic muscular dystrophy - he finally got the diagnosis.
Def Leppard QuizCan you name Def Leppard's only #1 hit in America? Get rocked with this adrenalized quiz.
Never Trust A Grown Man With A PonytailA radio pro with backstage stories, including an "interview" with Prince.
Simon Kirke (Bad Company, Free)Simon tells the origin stories behind the Bad Company band name, "All Right Now," "Shooting Star," and the one they recorded at a campfire.
Behind the Video: "Amerika" by WintersleepDirector Scott Cudmore discusses the Wintersleep video for "Amerika."
Subversive Songs Used To SellSongs about drugs, revolution and greed that have been used in commercials for sneakers, jeans, fast food, cruises and cars.
Rupert Holmes ("Pina Colada Song")Rupert tells "The Piña Colada Song" story, and talks about the hit song he wrote about cannibalism.
