Songwriter Interviews

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

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  • Keith Reid of Procol HarumKeith Reid of Procol HarumAs Procol Harum's lyricist, Keith wrote the words to "A Whiter Shade Of Pale." We delve into that song and find out how you can form a band when you don't sing or play an instrument.
  • Brad Arnold from 3 Doors DownBrad Arnold from 3 Doors DownYou hear their hits constantly: "Kryptonite," "Here Without You," "When I'm Gone." Brad tells the stories behind the songs, and explains why he has no interest in being famous.
  • Jesse Valenzuela of Gin BlossomsJesse Valenzuela of Gin BlossomsJesse was the original lead singer of the Gin Blossoms. He tells the story of their survival through all manner of drama.
  • Jason Michael CarrollJason Michael CarrollJason's songs would make great romance novels, and he'd look just fine on the cover.
  • Ben Romans of The Click FiveBen Romans of The Click FiveTC5 keyboardist/songwriter Ben Romans talks about creating their catchy pop sound, those crazy homemade videos, and what they're doing about human trafficking.
  • Jake OwenJake OwenJake is a young Country star who writes his own tunes. He has an interesting take on the Facebook vs. MySpace debate.
  • Terry CashmanTerry CashmanIn this interview, Terry talks about producing Jim Croce and writing the ballpark favorite "Talkin' Baseball."
  • Sandy ChapinSandy ChapinMany of Harry Chapin's songs, including "Cat's In The Cradle," started off as poems that Sandy wrote. Learn about Harry's clever marketing ploys, where he took creative liberties, and the story of "Taxi."
  • Nick Van Eede from Cutting CrewNick Van Eede from Cutting CrewCutting Crew's debut album produced the first #1 hit for Virgin Records: "(I Just) Died in Your Arms." Their lead singer and primary songwriter Nick Van Eede tells the story.
  • Marc Roberge of O.A.R. (Of A Revolution)Marc Roberge of O.A.R. (Of A Revolution)O.A.R. (Of A Revolution) is emerging as one of the most popular young bands in America, making a Dave Matthews-like ascent from colleges and bars to MTV and Madison Square Garden. All that's missing are the crazy party girls.