Songwriter Interviews

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

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  • Allee Willis: Boogie Wonderland, Friends themeAllee Willis: Boogie Wonderland, Friends themeAllee Willis wants you to interact with her songs. Welcome to non-linear songwriting, from the woman who brought you "Neutron Dance," "September" and that pesky Friends theme.
  • Squeeze: Glenn Tilbrook and Chris DiffordSqueeze: Glenn Tilbrook and Chris DiffordThe founders and primary songwriters of Squeeze discuss their craft. Topics include what they think of the New Wave tag, and where they disagree with Bob Dylan.
  • Bo BiceBo BiceBo talks about his high-risk American Idol moment, and how the songs he wrote eight years before appearing on the show have followed him to solo success.
  • Jo Dee MessinaJo Dee MessinaEver come to a 4-way stop that used to be a 2-way stop and people just sit there? Jo Dee has no sympathy. This country star shakes up Nashville with a no-nonsense attitude.
  • Ken Block of Sister HazelKen Block of Sister HazelSister Hazel was part of the '90s Southeast scene along with groups like Collective Soul, Hootie and the Blowfish and Better Than Ezra. Ken is their frontman and primary songwriter.
  • Kenny VanceKenny VanceAn original member of Jay and The Americans, Kenny talks about opening shows for The Beatles and The Rolling Stones, and his adventures as musical director on Saturday Night Live.
  • Holly KnightHolly KnightHolly Knight's hits include "Love Is A Battlefield," "Simply The Best" and "Obsession"; find out where the magic dust comes from, and if you can teach this stuff.
  • Dave Wakeling of The English BeatDave Wakeling of The English BeatA founding member of The English Beat and General Public, Dave helped lead the Ska revival. You'll never listen to "Save It For Later" the same way after reading this.
  • Anna Canoni about Woody GuthrieAnna Canoni about Woody GuthrieAnna talks about the life and legacy of her grandfather: Woody Guthrie.
  • Speech of Arrested DevelopmentSpeech of Arrested DevelopmentOne word from Prince cost him $100,000. You'll also read about what Hip-Hop plays well overseas, and why Speech put a spiritual guru in Arrested Development.