Songwriter Interviews

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

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  • Kyle Hollingsworth of String Cheese IncidentKyle Hollingsworth of String Cheese IncidentThe band's keyboardist discusses songs, songwriting, and the "jam band" tag.
  • Jesse James Dupree of JackylJesse James Dupree of JackylJackyl's main man (reluctantly) talks about the song he wrote for O-Town, and explains how a missed opportunity for Kansas became his band's breakthrough.
  • Colt FordColt FordThe country rapper talks about some of his biggest hits, including "Drivin' Around Song" and "Dirt Road Anthem."
  • Bobby "Blitz" Ellsworth of OverkillBobby "Blitz" Ellsworth of OverkillThe singer of one of the longest-running thrash metal bands gives a guided tour of several headbanging classics.
  • Jeff Keith of TeslaJeff Keith of TeslaThe Tesla lead singer tells the stories behind their hits "Signs" and "Love Song."
  • Devon AllmanDevon AllmanThe Royal Southern Brotherhood singer/guitarist talks about taking his music in new directions while holding onto the rock and blues that are in his DNA.
  • Sam Totman and Herman Li of DragonForceSam Totman and Herman Li of DragonForceThe DragonForce shredders put their guitar solos in perspective, explaining how songwriting sets the foundation.
  • Bob Gaudio of The Four SeasonsBob 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."
  • Felix Buxton of Basement JaxxFelix Buxton of Basement JaxxFelix talks about his unorthodox approach to songwriting, and tells the stories behind some of Basement Jaxx' biggest hits.
  • Paul Stanley of KissPaul Stanley of KissThe Kiss founder says the band is "a way of life" and "a way of viewing challenges." The latest challenge: owning a football team.