Songwriter Interviews

Go behind the music with some of the world's best songwriters

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  • Dan ManganDan ManganThe Canadian singer-songwriter discusses his EP, Unmake, and explains how a Tragically Hip show changed his take on "Robots."
  • Tomas Haake of MeshuggahTomas Haake of MeshuggahThe drummer/lyricist for these Swedish extreme metallists explains their songwriting process and breaks down some key tracks.
  • Dean DillonDean DillonThe songwriting legend known for his longtime collaboration with George Strait discusses country classics like "Marina Del Rey."
  • DonovanDonovanA chat with the man who helped invent psychedelic pop and was "all over" The White Album.
  • Meghan PatrickMeghan PatrickThe Canadian country singer breaks down the songs on her debut record, Grace & Grit, which have a lot to do with beer and ex-boyfriends.
  • Eric Bloom of Blue Oyster CultEric Bloom of Blue Oyster CultBlue Oyster Cult's singer/guitarist talks band houses, alien abductions, and more cowbell.
  • Lisa HellerLisa HellerLisa explains how she turned her "Hope" project into a song that quickly got over a million views on YouTube.
  • Matthew NelsonMatthew NelsonOne of the chart-topping twin sons of Ricky Nelson, Matthew talks about keeping his father's music alive with Ricky Nelson Remembered.
  • Ben Kowalewicz of Billy TalentBen Kowalewicz of Billy TalentThe frontman for one of Canada's most well-known punk rock bands talks about his Eddie Vedder encounter, Billy Talent's new album, and the importance of rock and roll.
  • Roger McGuinn of The ByrdsRoger McGuinn of The ByrdsRoger reveals the songwriting formula Clive Davis told him, and if "Eight Miles High" is really about drugs.