Songwriter Interviews

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

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  • Jim McCarty of The YardbirdsJim McCarty of The YardbirdsThe Yardbirds drummer explains how they created their sound and talks about working with their famous guitarists.
  • Mary GauthierMary GauthierA folkie with a devoted following, Jimmy Buffett, Tim McGraw and Blake Shelton have recorded her songs.
  • Joey + RoryJoey + RoryNashville writer marries singing waitress, forms duo, success ensues.
  • Dwight TwilleyDwight TwilleySince his debut single "I'm On Fire" in 1975, Dwight has been providing Spinal-Tap moments and misadventure.
  • Gary Brooker of Procol HarumGary Brooker of Procol HarumThe lead singer and pianist for Procol Harum, Gary talks about finding the musical ideas to match the words.
  • Vince ClarkeVince ClarkeAn original member of Depeche Mode, Vince went on to form Erasure and Yaz.
  • Stan RidgwayStan RidgwayGo beyond the Wall of Voodoo with this cinematic songwriter.
  • SugarlandSugarlandMeet the "sassy basket" with the biggest voice in country music.
  • Andy McClusky of OMDAndy McClusky of OMDKnown in America for the hit "If You Leave," OMD is a huge influence on modern electronic music.
  • Taylor DayneTaylor DayneTaylor talks about "The Machine" - the hits, the videos and Clive Davis.