Go behind the music with some of the world's best songwriters
Joel CrouseJoel moved to Nashville at 18, got a record deal at 19, and released his first single, "If You Want Some," before he could order a beer. Maria NeckamA rising star on the New York City jazz scene, Maria talks about her vocal technique and her songwriting. Shaun Morgan of SeetherShaun breaks down the Seether songs, including the one about his brother, the one about Ozzy, and the one that may or may not be about his ex-girlfriend Amy Lee. Greg Lake of Emerson, Lake & PalmerGreg talks about writing songs of "universal truth" for King Crimson and ELP, and tells us about his most memorable stage moment (it involves fireworks). Dino Cazares of Fear FactoryThe guitarist/songwriter explains how he came up with his signature sound, and deconstructs some classic Fear Factory songs. JJ Burnel of The StranglersJJ talks about The Stranglers' signature sound - keyboard and bass - which isn't your typical strain of punk rock. Martin Smith of Delirous?Smith talks about his days with the UK Christian group Delirious?, and discusses his solo effort, God's Great Dance Floor. Kerry Livgren of KansasIn this talk from the '80s, the Kansas frontman talks turning to God and writing "Dust In The Wind." Randy HouserThe "How Country Feels" singer talks Skynyrd and songwriting.
Udo Dirkschneider (UDO, ex-Accept)The German Metalmeister with the stories behind classics "London Leatherboys," "Fast as a Shark" and "Balls to the Wall." 
Joel CrouseJoel moved to Nashville at 18, got a record deal at 19, and released his first single, "If You Want Some," before he could order a beer. 
Maria NeckamA rising star on the New York City jazz scene, Maria talks about her vocal technique and her songwriting. 
Shaun Morgan of SeetherShaun breaks down the Seether songs, including the one about his brother, the one about Ozzy, and the one that may or may not be about his ex-girlfriend Amy Lee. 
Greg Lake of Emerson, Lake & PalmerGreg talks about writing songs of "universal truth" for King Crimson and ELP, and tells us about his most memorable stage moment (it involves fireworks). 
Dino Cazares of Fear FactoryThe guitarist/songwriter explains how he came up with his signature sound, and deconstructs some classic Fear Factory songs. 
JJ Burnel of The StranglersJJ talks about The Stranglers' signature sound - keyboard and bass - which isn't your typical strain of punk rock. 
Martin Smith of Delirous?Smith talks about his days with the UK Christian group Delirious?, and discusses his solo effort, God's Great Dance Floor. 
Kerry Livgren of KansasIn this talk from the '80s, the Kansas frontman talks turning to God and writing "Dust In The Wind." 