What's the story behind that strange lyric at the beginning of Def Leppard's classic hit "Rock of Ages" from Pyromania? Bilal uncovers the story of how a bit of studio tomfoolery ended up resulting in one of the world's most recognizable song intros!

Image: AP Photo/Lefteris Pitarakis, File

What's the story behind that strange lyric at the beginning of Def Leppard's classic hit "Rock of Ages" from&nbsp;Pyromania? Bilal uncovers the story of how a bit of studio tomfoolery ended up resulting in one of the world's most recognizable song intros!
Image: AP Photo/Lefteris Pitarakis, File

The best moments from CHOM 97 7's broadcast day.

The best moments from CHOM 97 7's broadcast day.

The Best of CHOM 97 7

CHOM 97 7 is The Spirit of Rock in Montreal.

CHOM 97 7 is The Spirit of Rock in Montreal.

The Afternoon Rock Ride with Bilal

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'Gunter, glieben, glauten, globen': What Does It All Mean?

You know that awkward moment when you're rockin' out to live music and you get a tap on the shoulder.. "Excuse me. Do you mind moving over, because I can't see?" Ugh. But, what if it's the front man for Billy Talent (Ben Kowalewicz) standing behind you? Bilal found out the hard way! 

You know that awkward moment when you're rockin' out to live music and you get a tap on the shoulder.. "Excuse me. Do you mind moving over, because I can't see?" Ugh. But, what if it's the front man for Billy Talent (Ben Kowalewicz) standing behind you? Bilal found out the hard way!&nbsp;

Here's What I Said to the 'Devil on My Shoulder' at the Junos!

Playing off the fame of America's 'Big 4' thrash metal bands of the 80s - who would you pick if you had to put together a 'Big 4' of Montreal bands/artists? Any genre, as long as they're locals. Bilal runs through some of the popular picks!

Playing off the fame of America's 'Big 4' thrash metal bands of the 80s - who would you pick if you had to put together a 'Big 4' of Montreal bands/artists? Any genre, as long as they're locals. Bilal runs through some of the popular picks!

Who Would You Pick for a "BIG 4" of Montreal Bands?

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the release of Van Halen's first album with Sammy Hagar, 5150. Named after Eddie Van Halen's studio, it was their first of four consecutive #1 albums. Hear from bassist Micheal Anthony on the transition from DLR to Hagar and details on a deluxe edition of 5150 coming on Friday!

Today marks the 40th anniversary of the release of&nbsp;Van Halen's first album with&nbsp;Sammy Hagar,&nbsp;5150.&nbsp;Named after Eddie Van Halen's studio, it was their first of four consecutive #1 albums. Hear from bassist Micheal Anthony on the transition from DLR to Hagar and details on a deluxe edition of 5150 coming on Friday!

'Gunter, glieben, glauten, globen': What Does It All Mean?

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