Blog Entries by Carl Wiser

Author Carl WiserCarl was a disc jockey in Hartford, Connecticut when he founded Songfacts as a way to tell the stories behind the songs. You can also find him on Rock's Backpages.
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  • Terry Jacks ("Seasons in the Sun")Terry Jacks ("Seasons in the Sun")Inspired by his dear friend, "Seasons in the Sun" paid for Terry's boat, which led him away from music and into a battle with Canadian paper mills.
  • Brian Kehew: The Man Behind The RemastersBrian Kehew: The Man Behind The RemastersBrian has unearthed outtakes by Fleetwood Mac, Aretha Franklin, Elvis Costello and hundreds of other artists for reissues. Here's how he does it.
  • The Untold Story Of Fiona Apple's Extraordinary MachineThe Untold Story Of Fiona Apple's Extraordinary MachineFiona's highly-anticipated third album almost didn't make it. Here's how it finally came together after two years and a leak.
  • Adam Duritz of Counting CrowsAdam Duritz of Counting Crows"Mr. Jones" took on new meaning when the song about a misguided view of fame made Adam famous.
  • Phil Hurtt ("I'll Be Around")Phil Hurtt ("I'll Be Around")Phil was a songwriter, producer and voice behind many Philadelphia soul classics. When disco hit, he got an interesting project: The Village People.
  • The FratellisThe FratellisJon Fratelli talks about the band's third album, and the five-year break leading up to it.
  • La La Brooks of The CrystalsLa La Brooks of The CrystalsThe lead singer on "Da Doo Ron Ron" and "Then He Kissed Me," La La explains how and why Phil Spector replaced The Crystals with Darlene Love on "He's A Rebel."
  • Danny KortchmarDanny KortchmarDanny played guitar on Sweet Baby James, Tapestry, and Running On Empty. He also co-wrote many hit songs, including "Dirty Laundry," "Sunset Grill" and "Tender Is The Night."
  • Tina ShaferTina ShaferTina was vocal coach to Avril Lavigne and Lana Del Rey, and also wrote the Celine Dion song "Love is on The Way."
  • Petula ClarkPetula ClarkPetula talks about her hits "Downtown" and "Don't Sleep In The Subway," and explains her Michael Jackson connection.