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.
Gym Class HeroesTheir drummer/songwriter with the story behind "Cupid's Chokehold," and how they handle Travie McCoy's solo success. 
Less Than JakeLead singer Chris Demakes talks Spongebob, old vs. new metal, and their unique songwriting style. 
Guy ClarkVince Gill, Emmylou Harris and Lyle Lovett are just a few of the artists who have looked to Clark for insightful, intelligent songs. 
Van Dyke ParksU2, Carly Simon, Joanna Newsom, Brian Wilson and Fiona Apple have all gone to Van Dyke Parks to make their songs exceptional. 
Francesca BattistelliThe 2011 Artist of the Year at the Dove Awards isn't your typical gospel diva, and she thinks that's a good thing. 
Jimmy WebbWebb talks about his classic songs "By the Time I Get to Phoenix," "Wichita Lineman" and "MacArthur Park."
Vanessa CarltonThe "A Thousand Miles" singer on what she thinks of her song being used in White Chicks and how she captured a song from a dream.
