A journalist from Long Island, New York, Greg's books include A Devil on One Shoulder and an Angel on the Other: The Story of Shannon Hoon and Blind Melon, Grunge is Dead: The Oral History of Seattle Rock Music, and MTV Ruled the World: The Early Years of Music Video. Get more info about Greg's books here. You can also follow Greg on Twitter.
Billy Sheehan of Mr. BigThe bass player for Mr. Big and David Lee Roth talks about "To Be With You" and how they got big in Japan (and many other countries).
Frankie Banali of Quiet RiotThe Quiet Riot drummer breaks down "Metal Health" and explains how they covered "Cum On Feel the Noize" over Kevin DuBrow's objections.
Kevin Cronin of REO SpeedwagonThe REO frontman explains why "Keep On Loving You" is a bad choice for a wedding song.
Charlie Benante (Anthrax)The Anthrax drummer/songwriter on the "mainstream mentality" that holds metal back, and Flavor Flav's drum skills.
Jonas Bjerre of MewThe frontman for the progressive Danish band explains their backward melody technique.
Shredders - An ExcerptA chapter from Shredders, Greg Prato's book on guitar gods who do it with speed.
Agnes ObelAgnes tells the stories behind some of her most captivating songs and videos, including "Riverside," which has over 20 million views.
ScorpionsDo Smashing Pumpkins have a song in tribute to the band? Did they get tight with Kiss? Find out in this Fact or Fiction.
Justin Sane of Anti-FlagThe singer-guitarist on the group's songwriting process and the story behind "Brandenburg Gate."