Tuesday, May 5, 2026

The Most Ruthless Shakedown In Music History

This week, we explore the chaotic rise and complicated legacy of Alien Ant Farm, the band that conquered the world with a Michael Jackson cover, only to face a series of life-altering tragedies. From their "Van Oath" pact with Papa Roach and the technical mastery of Tye Zamora's 6-string Fender prototype, to the harrowing bus crash that left Dryden Mitchell with a C2 "hangman's fracture," we look at the highs and lows of their journey. We'll dive into the million-dollar music video reshoot demanded by the King of Pop, their battles with Geffen Records over '3rd Draft', and their recent unexpected comeback performance with Corey Feldman.