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.
Andy GrammerThis fast-rising singer/songwriter talks about the tunes from his sophomore effort, including the one where he tells an admirer, "I'm Good."
Right Said FredThe Fairbrass brothers discuss the "I'm Too Sexy" song and video, and explain how they feel about the "one-hit wonder" label.
Satchel of Steel PantherThe Steel Panther guitarist breaks down songs like "The Burden of Being Wonderful" and "Community Property." As he explains, there is a fine line between goofy and cool.
Sharon den Adel of Within TemptationWithin Temptation's singer explains how a different songwriting approach led to the band scoring their US commercial breakthrough.
Paul Di'Anno (ex-Iron Maiden)The singer that appeared on Iron Maiden's early albums talks about overcoming "Steve's rules" to co-pen some of the band's early classic anthems.
Verdine White of Earth, Wind & FireThe longtime bassist of Earth, Wind & Fire discusses how his band came to do a holiday album, and offers insight into some of the greatest dance/soul tunes of all-time.
Dan Lilker (Brutal Truth, Nuclear Assault, SOD, ex-Anthrax)Lilker was the bassist with the heaviest bands of all time, Anthrax, Nuclear Assault, SOD and Brutal Truth among them.
Jason Bieler of Saigon KickWith their hit "Love is on the Way," Saigon Kick got caught in the purgatory between metal and grunge. Their guitarist and songwriter Jason Bieler tells the story.
Peter Hook (Joy Division, ex-New Order)The founding bassist of Joy Division and New Order tells the stories behind some of alt-rock's most groundbreaking and enduring tunes.
Marc Roberge of O.A.R. (2014)The O.A.R. frontman talks about how Jeff Buckley and Pearl Jam influence his life and lyrics. He also explains why sometimes you have to throw out your notes and sing at the wall.