Rick Wartell of TroubleOnce billed as the "white metal" complement to their labelmates Slayer, Trouble remains one of the most influential hard rock bands of the era. The LimousinesFrontman Eric Victorino breaks down tracks on their second album Hush, and also "Very Busy People," which asks if technology is disconnecting us. Ville Valo of HIMThe lead singer for HIM shares some surprising insights about their songs, which he says can take years to complete. The HongsDo you love the game Risk? Then listen to The Hongs. A band setting up shop in multiple countries means domination. Danny KortchmarDanny played guitar on Sweet Baby James, Tapestry, and Running On Empty. He also co-wrote many hit songs, including "Dirty Laundry," "Sunset Grill" and "Tender Is The Night."
Chris Wilson of The Flamin' GrooviesChris talks about writing the Groovies' song "Shake Some Action," and recording it with producer Dave Edmunds. 
Rick Wartell of TroubleOnce billed as the "white metal" complement to their labelmates Slayer, Trouble remains one of the most influential hard rock bands of the era. 
Wayne Hussey of The MissionWayne picks the standout tracks he wrote for The Mission and for his former band, The Sisters of Mercy. 
The LimousinesFrontman Eric Victorino breaks down tracks on their second album Hush, and also "Very Busy People," which asks if technology is disconnecting us. 
Jon Oliva of Trans-Siberian OrchestraWriting great prog metal isn't easy, especially when it's for 60 musicians. 
Ville Valo of HIMThe lead singer for HIM shares some surprising insights about their songs, which he says can take years to complete. 
Adam Turla of Murder By DeathThey have a cello and some songs about the underworld, but Murder By Death isn't a metal band. 
Muhammad Ali: His Musical Legacy and the Songs he InspiredBefore he was the champ, Ali released an album called I Am The Greatest!, but his musical influence is best heard in the songs he inspired. 
The HongsDo you love the game Risk? Then listen to The Hongs. A band setting up shop in multiple countries means domination. 
Danny KortchmarDanny played guitar on Sweet Baby James, Tapestry, and Running On Empty. He also co-wrote many hit songs, including "Dirty Laundry," "Sunset Grill" and "Tender Is The Night."