Musical musings from journalists, authors and members of the Songfacts community
Artis the SpoonmanEven before Soundgarden wrote a song about him, Artis was the most famous spoon player of all time. So why has he always been broke? Jay NashThe emerging singer/songwriter tells tales from the road and explains how the Golden Rule frames his musical philosophy. Ritchie Blackmore Goes MedievalBest known as guitarist for Deep Purple and Rainbow, Blackmore also makes some of the finest Renaissance music in the kingdom. Dave HauseThe Loved Ones frontman talks about his transition from punk to something along the lines of folk-rock. What Made Big Star ShineThe last living original member of Big Star - drummer Jody Stephens, looks back on the band and their legacy, including the theme for That '70s Show. Jenny Owen YoungsJenny's most profane song became her most famous when it was featured on the show Weeds. She explains what the f--k she was thinking. The Real Nick DrakeThe head of Drake's estate shares his insights on the late folk singer's life and music. Songs Discussed in MoviesBridesmaids, Reservoir Dogs, Willy Wonka - just a few of the flicks where characters discuss specific songs, sometimes as a prelude to murder.
Artis the SpoonmanEven before Soundgarden wrote a song about him, Artis was the most famous spoon player of all time. So why has he always been broke? 
Jay NashThe emerging singer/songwriter tells tales from the road and explains how the Golden Rule frames his musical philosophy. 
Ritchie Blackmore Goes MedievalBest known as guitarist for Deep Purple and Rainbow, Blackmore also makes some of the finest Renaissance music in the kingdom. 
Dave HauseThe Loved Ones frontman talks about his transition from punk to something along the lines of folk-rock. 
What Made Big Star ShineThe last living original member of Big Star - drummer Jody Stephens, looks back on the band and their legacy, including the theme for That '70s Show. 
Janis Ian: Married in London, but not in New YorkCan you be married in one country but not another? Only if you're part of a gay couple. One of the first famous singers to come out as a lesbian, Janis wrote a song about it. 
Jenny Owen YoungsJenny's most profane song became her most famous when it was featured on the show Weeds. She explains what the f--k she was thinking. 
The Real Nick DrakeThe head of Drake's estate shares his insights on the late folk singer's life and music. 
Songs Discussed in MoviesBridesmaids, Reservoir Dogs, Willy Wonka - just a few of the flicks where characters discuss specific songs, sometimes as a prelude to murder. 