Ultimate Classic Rock Weekends with Matt Wardlaw

Members of Kiss, Def Leppard, Iron Maiden and more share their thoughts.

"It was time to get a little bit more aggressive," according to singer Brian Howe.

Band is joined by more than 80 youth orchestra players on upcoming release.

It's the third song released from his upcoming album, 'Road.'

"We'll see where the heck the future goes," says singer Johnny Van Zant.

"I came into this one with a lot more confidence," says Mammoth WVH leader.

Dee Snider credits the late Paul Reubens with giving him "the bug" to make movies.

He says Keith Richards gave him new perspective.

The year's highlights included one of classic rock's most important debuts.

The year brought a mix of debut efforts, career highlights and fantastic musical journeys.

"I could probably get away with it," he tells UCR, "but it's not good enough for me."

Producer Dave Cobb had specific thoughts about what he didn't want on 'Crazy Times.'