Stefan Blomqvist, vocalist and guitarist of Swedish rockers Black Paisley joins Mike to chart the phenomenal rise of Bon Jovi and their third album 'Slippery When Wet'.

From writing songs in guitarist Richie Sambora's basement to headlining arenas within one year, Bon Jovi became overnight sensations thanks to hits like 'You Give Love A Bad Name' and 'Livin' On A Prayer'. Together Stefan and Mike discuss the importance of songwriter Desmond Child, producer Bruce Fairbairn and engineer Bob Rock in securing Bon Jovi became one of the biggest bands on the planet.

How do Bon Jovi have Bonnie Tyler to thank for one of the hit singles on 'Slippery When Wet'?

Which song on the album were Aerosmith very interested in recording?

What unique way did the band test drive all the tracks on the album?

All these questions and more to be answered on this edition of 'My Classic Album'.

PLUS: Hear 'Without Us', the lead single from Black Paisley's new album 'Rambler'.

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Music Credits: 'This Is Rock' by Silvia Marchese

'Without Us' by Black Paisley from their new album 'Rambler'

'My Classic Album' is "off to Never Never Land" as we celebrate 'Metallica', the self titled 1991 album that millions the world over know simply as The Black Album.

Mike is joined by Calvin Lever; rhythm guitarist of UK metal band Night Screamer. Mike and Calvin discuss the importance of The Black Album in their own lives while exploring how the personal lives of Metallica along with their relationship with producer Bob Rock led to one of the biggest selling albums in music history.

How did Chris Issak serve as an influence on the likes of 'Nothing Else Matters' and 'The Unforgiven'?

Which song's lyrics originally dealt with cot death?

What exactly is the Tent of Doom?

PLUS Mike plays a track from Night Screamer's debut album 'Dead of Night'. Plenty to get your teeth in to on this bumper edition of 'My Classic Album'.

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Music Credits: 'This Is Rock' by Silvia Marchese

'March of the Dead' by Night Screamer taken from their debut album 'Dead of Night' available at www.nightscreamer.bandcamp.com