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Translator founder Steve Barton

Translator, formed in 1979, never had that big hit, but had a huge following in California. Their frontman Steve Barton is solo now with a new album called Projector. Steve Barton

Superman in Song

None of The Avengers are likely to show up in songs the way Superman has. Taylor Swift, Eminem and Willie Nelson have all expressed themselves through the Man of Steel. Superman in Song

Fact or Fiction: Alice Cooper Edition

A lot can happen when your stage show involves a guillotine and live reptiles, but did Alice Cooper really invent "horror golf"? And is that snake mishap story really true? Alice Cooper Fact or Fiction

Middle Class Musicians

The survey results are in. How do you make a decent living in the music industry and maybe even support a family? There are many ways to get there, and many definitions of success (one involving a roadie). Meet the Middle Class Musicians

Two Sides To The Story - He Said She Said Songs

Most songs are pretty one-sided, but sometimes we get to hear the opposing view. Here are some songs that give equal time. He Said, She Said Songs

Fact or Fiction: Todd Rundgren Edition

What do you really know about this super-producer and "Hello It's Me" hitmaker? Todd Rundgren Fact or Fiction

2 Live Crew and the Obscene Album Controversy

In the summer of 1990, you could get arrested for selling a 2 Live Crew album or performing their songs. How offended activists turned a regional rap act into a national sensation and put the first amendment on trial. Arrested For Your Art

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Ian Astbury of The Cult

The new Cult album came out May 22nd. Ian, who writes their songs with guitarist Billy Duffy, talks about the evolution of the band and how he feels about his time fronting the new version of The Doors. » Ian Astbury interview

Rik Emmett of Triumph

Rik's dazzling guitar work and stellar songwriting made Triumph one of Canada's top rock bands, with hits including "Lay It On The Line" and "Hold On." Now he teaches songwriting, and was kind enough to share some of his secrets. » Rik Emmett interview

Footloose Creator Dean Pitchford

Dean wrote the screenplay for Footloose and lyrics for the songs - 6 of which made the Top-40. He explains where the name "Footloose" came from and how he wrote the title track in Tahoe with an injured Kenny Loggins. » Dean Pitchford interview

Nick Wheeler of The All-American Rejects

The AAR guitarist/songwriter tells us how "Swing, Swing" got them the Rock Star treatment, where the "Beekeeper's Daughter" title came from, and how lead singer Tyson Ritter recovered from "being an a--hole, especially to women." » Nick Wheeler interview

Supertramp founder Roger Hodgson

Roger reflects on songs like "Give a Little Bit," "Take the Long Way Home," and "The Logical Song," and explains how he feels about Gym Class Heroes reworking his song (without his permission) on "Cupid's Chokehold." » Roger Hodgson interview

Graham Parker on the Judd Apatow Movie and His "Abortion" Song

There's a sequel to the movie Knocked Up in the works, where Paul Rudd signs acts he always loved to his record label. Judd Apatow knew Parker was the perfect choice for one of these real-life acts. Then there's that song everyone thinks is about abortion... » Graham Parker interview

Gary Lewis on his Hits, Vietnam and his Famous Father

With a lot of help from Leon Russell, Gary Lewis and The Playboys had an astounding run of hits (including "This Diamond Ring") at a time when The Beatles left little room on the charts. Gary talks about how they did it and why he went to Vietnam at the crest of his career. » Gary Lewis interview

Mike Muir of Suicidal Tendencies

When their hardcore classic "Institutionalized" made Miami Vice and MTV, Suicidal Tendencies peeked into popular culture. That didn't last long. » Mike Muir interview

J.D. Souther

Some writers have a famous song they won't explain no matter how nicely we ask. J.D. made that clear, but he did talk about writing "Heartache Tonight" with the Eagles and the 5 famous women who shaped his songs. » J.D. Souther interview

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