Hank & CupcakesThe colorful, kinetic duo explain how they cook up songs, including the one named for a boorish TV host.KinskiThe Seattle band talks tunings, songwriting, and the importance of volume. Melissa EtheridgeMelissa talks about her songwriting and guitar influences, and explains how she approaches visceral songs like "Bring Me Some Water" in concert. Claude Coleman, Jr. of WeenThe longtime drummer for Ween talks about his time in the group, and why it takes several bands to replace them. A/J Jackson of Saint Motel"You're just my type - you've got a pulse and you are breathing" - Saint Motel frontman A/J Jackson tells the story behind the song and video. Nick Hexum of 311311's singer tells the stories behind "Amber," "Come Original" and "Down." Damon C. Scott - "Look Right Through"When Damon recorded vocals in 2010 for "Look Right Through," he had no idea it would become a #1 UK hit three years later - or that he would still be singing in the subway.
Hank & CupcakesThe colorful, kinetic duo explain how they cook up songs, including the one named for a boorish TV host.
Survival of the Fittest: Heavy Metal in the 1990'sAn excerpt from Greg Prato's killer tome about heavy metal's darkest decade.
Story of the Video: "Broken Wings"A desert drive, a tango, a hawk in church: Oley Sassone breaks down the "Broken Wings" video he directed for Mr. Mister.
Phil Anselmo (Pantera, Down, Superjoint Ritual, The Illegals)Pantera's tattooed screamer talks about his two loves: horror flicks and heavy metal.
Melissa EtheridgeMelissa talks about her songwriting and guitar influences, and explains how she approaches visceral songs like "Bring Me Some Water" in concert.
Claude Coleman, Jr. of WeenThe longtime drummer for Ween talks about his time in the group, and why it takes several bands to replace them.
A/J Jackson of Saint Motel"You're just my type - you've got a pulse and you are breathing" - Saint Motel frontman A/J Jackson tells the story behind the song and video.
Damon C. Scott - "Look Right Through"When Damon recorded vocals in 2010 for "Look Right Through," he had no idea it would become a #1 UK hit three years later - or that he would still be singing in the subway.
