Episode notes
This week I'm joined by legendary songwriter and producer Desmond Child as we dive into the incredible stories behind the hit songs he’s written for and co-written with rock icons like KISS, Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Alice Cooper, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Cher, Meat Loaf, and many more.
Desmond shares his insights on the evolving musical landscape of the early 1990s, his creative approach to crafting powerful key changes, and what it was like working with both Meat Loaf and Jim Steinman on Bat Out of Hell III—including how Slipknot influenced the album’s heavier sound. He also sets the record straight on why KISS’ “I Was Made For Loving You” isn’t a disco song and refle ...