Nothing can be more traumatizing for hardcore fans of a band than learning that the lead singer is gone. Whether they leave to find greener pastures or are forced out because of "creative differences," few bands survive the replacement of a lead singer.

But sometimes it happens! In fact, sometimes the band can even reach greater heights with a new person at the front. This week we're looking at (mostly) successful transitions of lead singers for some of the biggest bands in the world.

SHOW NOTES

• Sammy Hagar for David Lee Roth in Van Halen (Joint Choice)
• Phil Collins for Peter Gabriel in Genesis (Richard's Choice)
• Joy Division becoming New Order (Michael's Choice)
• Brian Johnson for Bon Scott in AC/DC (Richard's Choice)
• Diana Ross and the Supremes becoming the Supremes (Michael's Choice)
• Todd Rundgren for Ric Ocasek in the Cars/New Cars (Richard's Choice)
• Various singers for Oderus Urungus in Gwar (Michael's Choice)