Carl 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.
Cozmo D of NewcleusNewcleus leader Cozmo D with the "Jam On It" story, tales from the '70s hip-hop scene, and memories of hitting the road with Run-D.M.C. on the first hip-hop arena tour.
Sam HollanderThe hitmaking songwriter/producer Sam Hollander with stories about songs for Weezer, Panic! At The Disco, Train, Pentatonix, and Fitz And The Tantrums.
Carl SturkenHitmaker Carl Sturken on writing and producing for Rihanna, 'N Sync, Christina Aguilera, Kelly Clarkson, Donny Osmond, Shakira and Karyn White.
Kandace SpringsBlue Note singer Kandace Springs explains how she crafts her songs and talks about telling the stories of Billie, Ella, and Nina with her intriguing covers album.
Marian Hill (Samantha Gongol and Jeremy Lloyd)The Marian Hill duo discuss "Down," their latest EP, and how they developed their sound and persona.
Ashley Kahn On The Book George Harrison On George HarrisonA Q&A with Ashley Kahn, author of the book George Harrison on George Harrison.
George Harrison on "My Sweet Lord" and Leaving the Catholic ChurchAn excerpt from the book George Harrison on George Harrison, where he explains how his spiritual beliefs influenced songs like "My Sweet Lord" and "The Inner Light."
Richard Butler of The Psychedelic FursPsychedelic Furs lead singer Richard Butler talks about their first album since 1991 and explains what's really going on in "Pretty In Pink."
Chris Frantz of Talking HeadsTalking Heads drummer Chris Frantz on where the term "new wave" originated, the story of "Naive Melody," and why they never recorded another cover song after "Take Me To The River."
Andrew Farriss of INXSAndrew Farriss on writing with Michael Hutchence, the stories behind "Mystify" and other INXS hits, and his country-flavored debut solo album.