Songwriter Interviews

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

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  • Frank BlackFrank BlackBeloved by David Bowie and Kurt Cobain, the Pixies leader breaks down some songs and names his favorite artists.
  • Liz LongleyLiz LongleyRecently signed to Sugar Hill Records, Longley talks about what she learned at Berklee and recording her first album for the label.
  • Anders Friden of In FlamesAnders Friden of In FlamesDoes melody belong in death metal? In Flames' singer/screamer weighs in.
  • Chad Gray of Hellyeah and MudvayneChad Gray of Hellyeah and MudvayneThe frontman of Hellyeah and Mudvayne breaks down "Dig" and talks about the importance of heavy metal in his life.
  • Amy Ray of Indigo GirlsAmy Ray of Indigo GirlsAmy talks about Indigo Girls breakthrough tour with R.E.M., their collaboration with Pink, and her country-flavored album.
  • Lips of AnvilLips of AnvilAnvil's screamer/shredder discusses '80s metal, and explains how their song "March of the Crabs" got its title.
  • Daryl Hall: "There's another way of looking at the world"Daryl Hall: "There's another way of looking at the world"Daryl tells the "Say It Isn't So" story, explains why "Kiss On My List" is an unfinished piece, and talks about what it was like writing songs with his girlfriend.
  • Eric Martin of Mr. BigEric Martin of Mr. BigThe Mr. Big frontman talks about the girl who inspired "To Be With You," and how he feels about the song today.
  • Kristen May of FlyleafKristen May of FlyleafThe new singer of Flyleaf talks about the challenges in taking over for Lacey Strum, and the songs those challenges inspired.
  • Laura MvulaLaura MvulaMeet the singer/songwriter who has been described as "Billie Holiday meets the Beach Boys."