Matthew Wilkening

Mark St. John had just been hired as the band's second replacement for Ace Frehley.

Nine songs that prove the band doesn't get enough credit for its songwriting.

They're not going to show up, but they deserve the accolade anyway.

Cuts by other artists were important to band's formation - and its first big breakup.

Drummer is quick to note the pair could collaborate outside of Fleetwood Mac.

AC/DC guitarist says singer missed contributing more to the album by a matter of days.

Bandmate Eddie Van Halen played bass on 'Over the Top' song.

"We continue to hope for the best," she says.

Devo, Todd Rundgren and the New York Dolls are also among the 16 artists up for consideration this year.

Band's first four decades have been one hell of a wild ride.