One of the qualities I have always loved in Courtney is her sheer ambition, and the fact that she has never let it get in her way. While this helped her succeed with her band Hole, it has also been the reason for her many mental breakdowns and her various issues with her daughter Frances Bean. “BTM” tackled the 90′s answer to Romeo & Juliet/John & Yoko/Sid & Nancy with a frankness rarely seen when it comes to Courtney and Kurt Cobain’s love affair. And it was oddly refreshing to finally hear folks who actually KNEW Kurt describe his depression, his love of his daughter and wife and his inability to cope with his life anymore. Mixed in with the media backlash and overwhelming depression that Courtney faced after Kurt’s death was her band Hole finally reaching the big time with the release of “Live Through This” (which in my opinion should be mandatory listening for any teenage girls aged 12 -15). We got a behind the scenes look at the full on meltdown of Courtney, her losing custody of her daughter multiple times and finally, her arrival in Hollywood. Love’s band went on to another successful record with “Celebrity Skin“, which coincided with Love’s success in the movie business and her four-year relationship with “The People Vs. Larry Flynt” costar Ed Norton. Love discussed her various love affairs with Billy Corgan, Ed Norton and Trent Reznor, which led to one of the funniest quotes from the show “Don’t call your band Nine Inch Nails if you’ve got a three inch one”. For a look at all the gems, check out Jezebel‘s amazing video of the goodies dished out by Love.

I will watch a “Behind The Music” on just about anyone, but this episode was a true classic. Courtney Love is truly a force, be it for good or bad. And I’m sure its been one hell of a ride to be her child or close friend, but those of us lucky enough to be just far enough away from her, she can remain one of the true bold role models of a generation of women who won’t give in or give up. The special only emphasized the love I have for this woman, who won’t apologize for being a bitch. And it has also had me addicted to Hole’s Pandora station all day (VIVA THE ’90s!!!). After the show, I just wanted to dye my hair, open up an issue of Sassy and start writing lyrics about my feelings. Instead, Im just blogging away, but I guess that’s the 2010 version of being an affected tween, right?

The program will re-air all week on Vh1 and is currently available in entirety on Vh1.com.

Throughout the years, her music has gone from epic to less than relevant and her recent public battle with her and Kurt’s daughter France Bean was tasteless and sad, but she will always be Courtney Love. The rock chick who pulls no punches, holds nothing back and gave a generation of chicks the balls to say “F U!”. Check out this three-minute clip of Monday’s show and tell me you aren’t excited to invite Love into your house to dish on everything from Kurt Cobain to motherhood to Trent Reznor’s penis size.

“Behind the Music: Courtney Love” premieres this Monday, June 21st on Vh1

I first encountered Chilton as a young kid when I became obsessed with ‘The Letter’ by his band The Box Tops. I would listen to it on repeat until I actually had to replace the compilation tape it was on.

And I am not the only one who seems to be affected his death, with the outpouring of love and appreciation that was tweeted, posted, blogged and uploaded in the past 24 hours. Chilton also received an unlikely memorial on the floor of the House of Representatives today courtesy of Rep. Steve Cohen (D) of Tennessee, who was a fan of Chilton’s work since the Box Tops.

Who knows if this weekend’s performance could have opened Big Star to a whole new audience and propelled the small time, yet inspiring band to a new level. Sadly, we will never know. Chilton was survived by his wife, Laura and son, Timothy.

Now don’t feel too bad for Hirst. The artist pulls in millions of dollars for his work and has become the new punching bag for the mainstream art world – and he is loving it. Hirst is one of the wealthiest working artists ever and scored the largest payday of any artist at a one-person auction. While I appreciate Morrissey and Linder calling him out for his misuse of animals, I think the more important quote from Morrissey came later in the interview when he called out the media and their “obsession with Hirst’s millions” which “reduces him to a mere factory outlet”. The article also discusses Linder and Morrissey’s 30-year friendship, which was the basis of The Smiths’ song “Cemetery Gates“.

Also, if you are a Southern California resident, you might want to check out the OK Go event at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art this Friday. It will be an acoustic performance of the band, as well as a screening and discussion of the video.

Who are looking forward to checking out???