Desmond Child |

Kenny takes listeners on a deep dive into the music industry as he welcomes renowned hitmaker, Desmond Child, to the podcast. Together, they unveil the remarkable career of this legendary musician who has etched his name in the annals of music history by producing, writing, or co-writing some of the most iconic rock and pop songs ever recorded. With credits including such artists as Kiss, Bon Jovi, Cher, and many, many more, Desmond's Grammy-winning production skills and his prestigious membership in the Songwriters Hall of Fame highlight his extraordinary contributions to the world of music.

During this engaging episode, listeners are transported on a mesmerizing journey through the multifaceted world of music. Desmond Child generously shares the captivating stories behind legendary songs like "Livin' on a Prayer," and "Livin' la Vida Loca," providing a rare glimpse into the creative process that brought these timeless classics to life. The episode explores both the triumphs and the challenges faced in the music industry, all while shedding light on the passion that fuels artists and producers to create music that ultimately resonates with millions. Whether one is a dedicated music enthusiast, an aspiring songwriter, or merely curious about the enigmatic world behind chart-topping hits, this episode is another absolute must-listen.

0:00 Start
0:34 Introduction
2:51 Desmond Child’s book, Livin' On A Prayer: Big Songs Big Life
5:53 Desmond Child on ensuring “Hole in my Soul” and “Ain't that a Bitch” made it on Aerosmith’s Nine Lives album
10:33 The songwriting inspiration that Dianne Warren and Desmond Child’s mother provided
11:55 Desmond Child’s Gentlemen’s Club, Pro Tools, and recording Ricky Martin’s Livin’ La Vida Loca
20:15 Glen Ballard, Alanis Morisette, Wilson Phillips, Avril Lavigne and Lauren Christy
22:01 Desmond Child on writing for such stars as Hilary Duff, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Bo Bice, and Fantasia
25:22 Kenny Aronoff on recording multiple songs in one day
26:44 Kenny Aronoff and Desmond Child on working with Meatloaf
28:35 Desmond Child’s story of working on Meatloaf’s Bat Out of Hell 3
37:41 Desmond Child on learning how to work with Meatloaf and his temper
41:44 Desmond Child on self-publishing his book Livin' On A Prayer: Big Songs Big Life
42:57 Desmond Child’s story behind Aerosmith’s “Dude (Looks Like a Lady)”
50:59 Desmond Child on the writing of Aerosmith’s “Angel” and “Heart’s Done Time”
52:36 Desmond Child’s songwriting process
53:43 Desmond Child on writing “You Give Love A Bad Name” with Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora
54:51 Desmond Child’s contributions to Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer” and “Bad Medicine”

Quotes:
"Your sessions were always the most exciting, and you were such a great team leader. And you motivate everybody. You motivate, you excite everybody. That's your gift: passion, love, and joy."
"He felt guilty because he really should never have gotten into the legal battles he did with Jim Steinman over the brand Bat Out of Hell."
"I was known as a difficult person, and I don't see myself as difficult. I'm demanding, but people are better because of it."
"And it's like the song caught on and it brought their band back to life."


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