Band NamesWas "Pearl" Eddie Vedder's grandmother, and did she really make a hallucinogenic jam? Did Journey have a contest to name the group? And what does KISS stand for anyway? Republicans vs SongwritersSongwriters have been lashing out at Republican candidates who use their songs, but it was much more interesting in 2008, when Mitt Romney was stumping with "Simple Man" and "Heart Of Gold." Director Spence NicholsonThe man behind videos for Hollywood Undead, Augustana, P.O.D. and VersaEmerge explains where the concepts and creative inspiration come from. Jack O'Shea of BaysideThe Bayside guitarist remembers what it's like to be a fan, and treats theirs accordingly. Family ReplacementSometimes the only way to replace a departed band member is to keep it in the family. Don KirshnerHe made Carole King and Neil Sedaka stars as both artists and songwriters, then he created The Monkees. See if you know the real stories about Don Kirshner. Larry Wiegand of CrowCrow is best remembered for their 1969 hit "Evil Woman Don't Play Your Games With Me." Their bass player Larry Wiegand talks about the history of the band and their big song.
Band NamesWas "Pearl" Eddie Vedder's grandmother, and did she really make a hallucinogenic jam? Did Journey have a contest to name the group? And what does KISS stand for anyway? 
Republicans vs SongwritersSongwriters have been lashing out at Republican candidates who use their songs, but it was much more interesting in 2008, when Mitt Romney was stumping with "Simple Man" and "Heart Of Gold." 
Director Spence NicholsonThe man behind videos for Hollywood Undead, Augustana, P.O.D. and VersaEmerge explains where the concepts and creative inspiration come from. 
Jack O'Shea of BaysideThe Bayside guitarist remembers what it's like to be a fan, and treats theirs accordingly. 
Ten Most Culturally Significant One Hit WondersOne-hit wonders that started a dance craze, launched a catchphrase, made MTV history or otherwise left an indelible mark on pop culture.
Family ReplacementSometimes the only way to replace a departed band member is to keep it in the family. 
Don KirshnerHe made Carole King and Neil Sedaka stars as both artists and songwriters, then he created The Monkees. See if you know the real stories about Don Kirshner. 
The Best and Worst Songs of Will SmithA breakdown of Will Smith's musical output since his days as DJ Jazzy Jeff's rapper. 
Larry Wiegand of CrowCrow is best remembered for their 1969 hit "Evil Woman Don't Play Your Games With Me." Their bass player Larry Wiegand talks about the history of the band and their big song. 
The Roof Is On Fire: An Old School Rap StoryThe story of "The Roof Is On Fire" and the block parties from back in the day, courtesy of an original member of Rock Master Scott and the Dynamic Three.