Musical musings from journalists, authors and members of the Songfacts community
Strangers You KnowThe eclectic electro duo explain the song that was inspired by going to jail.Candidates vs MusiciansTrump vs Brian May is one of many cases when politicians have clashed with musicians over campaign songs. Rating the Campaign Music - 2008Our piece from 2008 where we look at the music candidates Clinton, Obama, McCain, Romney, Huckabee, Paul, Edwards and Giuliani were using. Shayna LeighThe New York singer-songwriter turned her private journal entries into lyrics for songs on her debut album. Lost FrequenciesThe Belgian DJ talks about his remix of "Are You with Me," a #1 smash all over Europe. Steady HolidayAfter doing time as a touring musician, Dre Babinski emerges as a solo artist with an intriguing, otherworldly sound.
Devlin McCluskey of The Dead ShipsDevlin talks about their popular "Ophelia" cover, and the songs inspired by his best friend's suicide.
Steven Gustafson of 10,000 ManiacsThe 10,000 Maniacs founder talks about the band's creative process and explains how they survived the loss of Natalie Merchant.
Candidates vs MusiciansTrump vs Brian May is one of many cases when politicians have clashed with musicians over campaign songs.
Rating the Campaign Music - 2008Our piece from 2008 where we look at the music candidates Clinton, Obama, McCain, Romney, Huckabee, Paul, Edwards and Giuliani were using.
Shayna LeighThe New York singer-songwriter turned her private journal entries into lyrics for songs on her debut album.
Lost FrequenciesThe Belgian DJ talks about his remix of "Are You with Me," a #1 smash all over Europe.
Claude Coleman, Jr. On The Resurrection Of WeenWeen's drummer talks about the band's return and why you don't play for the money.
Steady HolidayAfter doing time as a touring musician, Dre Babinski emerges as a solo artist with an intriguing, otherworldly sound.
"Stairway To Heaven" Lawsuit: A TimelineUntangling the events that led to the "Stairway To Heaven" lawsuit.