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.
Jeff Keith of TeslaThe Tesla lead singer tells the stories behind their hits "Signs" and "Love Song."
Bob Gaudio of The Four SeasonsAn original member of The Four Seasons, this Jersey Boy co-wrote some of their biggest hits, including "Sherry," "Walk Like A Man" and "Big Girls Don't Cry."
Joe Perry of AerosmithThe Aerosmith guitarist talks songwriting and explains why a lesser-known cut is a key component to their live show.
P.F. SloanP.F. was a teenager writing hits and playing on tracks for Jan & Dean when he wrote a #1 hit that got him blackballed. 
Jason MrazJason reveals his songwriting inspirations and talks about the hit that came so quickly, he didn't remember writing it. 
Anthony Green of Circa SurviveAnthony takes us through the Circa Survive creative process, and explains why the band came together in the first place. 
Kyle Nicolaides of Beware of DarknessThe Beware of Darkness frontman tells the story behind their song "Howl," and explains how journaling plays into his songwriting. 
Michael W. SmithSmith breaks down some of his worship tracks as well as his mainstream hits, including "I Will Be Here For You" and "A Place In This World." 
Ben Watt of Everything But The GirlBen talks about EBTG's American hit "Missing," and explains how the duo divided songwriting duties during its 18-year run. 
Emmylou HarrisShe thinks of herself as a "song interpreter," but back in the '80s another country star convinced Emmylou to take a crack at songwriting.