is that apocalyptica as in the guys with the cellos? i have both of their cds. i really liked what they did with metallica, although i never knew anyone else that listened to them.

Yep, I have always enjoyed their songs, really useful for when I want something relaxing, but a bit different.

also, is bob rivers the twisted christmas guy? i have his version of iron man (i am santa claus) floating around on the empeg somewhere.

Yep again. I have the I Am Santa Claus CD on there, and Wrong Foot Amputated song as well.