Comedy
Nothing can be more traumatizing for hardcore fans of a band than learning that the lead singer is gone. Whether they leave to find greener pastures or are forced out because of "creative differences," few bands survive the replacement of a lead singer. But sometimes it happens! In fact, sometimes the band can even reach greater heights with a new person at the front. This week we're looking at (mostly) successful transitions of lead singers for some of the biggest bands in the world. SHOW NOTES Sammy Hagar for David Lee Roth in Van Halen (Joint Choice) Phil Collins for Peter Gabriel in Genesis (Richard's Choice) Joy Division becoming New Order (Michael's Choice) Brian Johnson for Bon Scott in AC/DC (Richard's Choice) Diana Ross and the Supremes becoming the Supremes (Michael's Choice) Todd Rundgren for Ric Ocasek in the Cars/New Cars (Richard's Choice) Various singers for Oderus Urungus in Gwar (Michael's Choice)