Dan was a terrific writer from Norwalk, California who died suddenly in 2024 after attending a Tyler Childers concert. A genuine soul with an endless well of kindness, he was a very passionate music fan. His vast and eclectic CD collection was given away at his memorial service.
Mac Powell of Third DayThe Third Day frontman talks about some of the classic songs he wrote with the band, and what changed for his solo country album. 
Ben Savage of WhitechapelThe deathcore guitarist talks about the importance of being experimental, and what it was like visiting the region plagued by Jack the Ripper which the band drew its name from. 
Ben Nichols of LuceroAmericana from Memphis. The lead singer of Lucero talks about the band's influences and how he finds the right words. 
Jaime Preciado of Pierce the VeilPierce the Veil's bass player talks about life on tour and how the songs come together. 
Jeremy DePoyster of The Devil Wears PradaThe singer and rhythm guitarist of the popular metalcore acts speaks out on the band's songwriting process, creating music that straddles genres, and touring with Slayer. 
Trip LeeThe Christian rapper talks about the difficulties of working within a niche genre, and the rising mainstream acceptance of hip-hop. 
Beau Bokan of BlessthefallThe Blessthefall lead singer talks about his role in the songwriting process, and how his faith affects his music. 
Bart Millard of MercyMeThe MercyMe frontman tells the stories behind the three songs where he "was a spectator watching the song being written," and explains why they shifted songwriting strategy after "I Can Only Imagine." 
Tales From The Red CarpetWhat really happens on the red carpet? Our view from the other side of the rope, where we had fleeting moments with B.o.B, K'naan, Nikki Reed and Roshon Fegan. 