Songwriter Interviews

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

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  • Jimbeau HinsonJimbeau HinsonA successful country songwriter, Jimbeau is HIV positive. He talks openly about his illness and recounts the vision when it nearly took his life.
  • Justin Hayward of The Moody BluesJustin Hayward of The Moody BluesJustin wrote the classic "Nights In White Satin," but his fondest musical memories are from a different decade.
  • Chad Channing (Nirvana, Before Cars)Chad Channing (Nirvana, Before Cars)Chad tells tales from his time as drummer for Nirvana, and talks about his group Before Cars.
  • Holly WilliamsHolly WilliamsWhen it comes to songwriting, Holly says it's genetic. She explains what she inherited from her dad (Hank Jr.) and grandfather (Hank Sr.).
  • Andy Powell of Wishbone AshAndy Powell of Wishbone AshThe Wishbone Ash guitarist on how touring with The Who inspired one of their most enduring songs, and why they moved to America at the peak of their powers.
  • Dave Innis of Restless HeartDave Innis of Restless Heart30 years on, Restless Heart has 6 #1 Country hits plus the ubiquitous "When She Cries."
  • Charlie Benante of AnthraxCharlie Benante of AnthraxThe drummer for Anthrax is also a key songwriter. He explains how the group puts their songs together and tells the stories behind some of their classics.
  • Serena RyderSerena RyderThe Canadian songstress talks about the elemental songwriting on her album Harmony.
  • Michael BoltonMichael BoltonInto the vaults for this talk with Bolton from the '80s when he was a focused on writing songs for other artists.
  • Kristine WKristine WOnly Madonna, Beyoncé, Janet Jackson and Rihanna have more #1 Dance hits than Kristine.