Songwriter Interviews

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

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  • Desmond ChildDesmond ChildOne of the most successful songwriters in the business, Desmond co-wrote "Livin' La Vida Loca," "Dude (Looks Like A Lady)" and "Livin' On A Prayer."
  • Paul Dean of LoverboyPaul Dean of LoverboyThe songwriter-guitarist tells the story of "Working For The Weekend," and talks about how he feels about playing all those hits.
  • LecraeLecraeThe Christian rapper talks about where his trip to Haiti and his history of addiction fit into his songs.
  • RaghavRaghavThe Canadian rapper tells the stories behind "So Much," "Top Of The World" and "Fire," and talks about the his song Michael Jackson was set to cover.
  • Spooner OldhamSpooner OldhamHis keyboard work helped define the Muscle Shoals sound and make him an integral part of many Neil Young recordings. Spooner is also an accomplished songwriter, whose hits include "I'm Your Puppet" and "Cry Like A Baby."
  • Cody Hanson of HinderCody Hanson of HinderThe Hinder drummer tells the story behind their big hit "Lips of an Angel," and gives his thoughts on those Nickelback comparisons.
  • Larry Wiegand of CrowLarry Wiegand of CrowCrow is best remembered for their 1969 hit "Evil Woman Don't Play Your Games With Me." Their bass player Larry Wiegand talks about the history of the band and their big song.
  • Adam Young of Owl CityAdam Young of Owl CityIs Owl City on a quest for another hit like "Fireflies?" Adam answers that question and explains the influences behind many others.
  • Our Lady PeaceOur Lady PeaceRaine and Steve from Our Lady Peace discuss their new album Curve in depth and tell us why "Superman's Dead" is more important in 2012 than it ever was.
  • Ian Astbury of The CultIan Astbury of The CultThe Cult frontman tells who the "Fire Woman" is, and talks about performing with the new version of The Doors.