Songwriting – ‘at the heart of great music’
Songwriting is a quarterly online magazine aimed at songwriters and at fans of song-led music – of all genres. We take advice from successful songwriters, producers and industry experts to provide you with tips, techniques, ideas and inspiration to keep the music flowing, from writing lyrics and melodies to advice on how to promote yourself and your songs. Plus you’ll find interviews with big name artists, rising stars, and behind-the-scenes songwriters who will share their wisdom…
Latest Articles
23/09/2018
Diary Of A Songwriter: Emily Phillips
The topliner plots a few busy weeks, taking in London and LA, and judging an Ivor Novello along the way…
22/09/2018
Emma King’s ’s Songwriting Survival Kit
When it comes to her essential writing gear, this soulful artist from Hull has a secret weapon up her sleeves…
20/09/2018
Discover: Grunge
Damien Girling guides us through the Seattle-born guitar scene of the early 90s and shows how its influence lives on…
19/09/2018
On The Stereo
This new playlist showcases the considerable talents of Carrie Underwood, Paul McCartney, The Shires, David Crosby, Lennon Stella and Raptor…
18/09/2018
Unsung: Roger Cook
In the first of a new feature, we shine a light on a Bristolian who made Nashville his stomping ground…
17/09/2018
The role of mischief in the Beatles’ songwriting
Author of ‘Help! 100 Songwriting, Recording And Career Tips Used By The Beatles’, David Rowley, highlights the Fab Four’s mischievousness…
16/09/2018
How I wrote ‘JCB’ by Nizlopi’s Luke Concannon
We learn all about the effortless birth of the quirky, million-selling No 1 single about Luke’s digger-driving dad ‘Bruce Lee’…
15/09/2018
Semisonic celebrates 20th anniversary
The Dan Wilson-fronted Minnesota band are set to release a deluxe reissue of their breakthrough 1998 album ‘Feeling Strangely Fine’…
14/09/2018
Tips From The Topliner: Ali Tamposi
The impressive, behind-the-scenes songwriter for the likes of One Direction, Kelly Clarkson and Beyoncé shares her advice for successful co-writing…
13/09/2018
Five minutes with… Lawson’s Andy Brown
The disbanded pop group’s frontman talks about going solo and the creation of his infectious blend of homegrown rock-infused country…
12/09/2018
On The Stereo
We introduce some sublime new music from Runaway June, The Coral, God Complex, Kane Brown, The Mutineers and Black Futures…
10/09/2018
How I wrote Whitney Houston’s ‘Run To You’ by Jud Friedman & Allan Rich
How one of the lucky few original songs to appear on ‘The Bodyguard’ soundtrack was inspired by a real break-up…
09/09/2018
Interview: Travis’ Fran Healy
The Scottish group’s frontman and talismanic songwriter talks about telling the truth, being “the shittest” and making ‘The Man Who’…
08/09/2018
The ISC 2018 deadline is approaching
International Songwriting Competition is open for entries, offering a chance to win a share of $150,000 in cash and prizes…
07/09/2018
Interview: Graham Nash
Having spent much of his life in two of the world’s biggest bands, he’s enjoying some time on his own…
06/09/2018
Songs In The Key Of… Finland
Who better than Finland’s most-successful indie band Satellite Stories to introduce some of the musical highlights of their Nordic homeland…
04/09/2018
On The Stereo
Our latest collection boasts tracks by The Shires, The Fall, Andy Brown, Martin Lloyd Chitty, Will Simms and Nick Jonas…
03/09/2018
Interview: Janis Ian
Between the songs: the iconic NYC-born songwriter reflects on a five-album run which is up there with the very best…
02/09/2018
Statement Festival 2018 launches
World’s first major festival exclusively for women, non-binary and transgender persons took place this week in the city of Gothenburg…
31/08/2018
How I wrote ‘Jilted John’ by Graham Fellows
We hear about a punk song whose protagonist was so heartbroken he cried all the way to the chip shop…
29/08/2018
Interview: Chvrches
Scotland’s synth-pop gods, Lauren Mayberry, Martin Doherty and Iain Cook, are on the cusp of becoming the UK’s biggest band…
28/08/2018
On The Stereo
This time we pick out new tracks from The Kinks, Kurt Vile, OMI, Petrol Girls, Ariana Grande and Ward Thomas…
27/08/2018
Interview: Clare Bowen
Having conquered ‘Nashville’, this Australian artist is stepping out from behind her onscreen character and releasing an eponymous debut album…
25/08/2018
Metallica and While She Sleeps among Heavy Music Awards winners
HMA is in its infancy, but they’ve taken big strides to recognise artists and charities that celebrate heavy music subcultures…
23/08/2018
EXCLUSIVE! ‘Still In Love’ by KayBe
Ahead of her eagerly anticipated new album release, this fast-rising star shares the intriguing LP track with “no hidden meanings”…
21/08/2018
On The Stereo
We praise the efforts of Muncie Girls, Jimmie Allen, Archie Faulks, Union J, Jack Ellis, Calvin Harris and Sam Smith…
20/08/2018
Interview: Jet’s Nic Cester
The Australian singer-songwriter and frontman talks about the rock band’s rise, fall and rebirth in 15 years since ‘Get Born’…
17/08/2018
2018’s Nashville Songwriter Awards line-up additions revealed
Announcement of additional artists being added to the bill likely to draw criticism due to the lack of female performers…
13/08/2018
Charlie Worsham’s Songwriting Survival Kit
One of the most gifted musicians in Nashville shares with us the essential elements needed when it comes to songwriting…
13/08/2018
On The Stereo
The best new songs to grace our players from the likes of Ward Thomas, Lennon Stella, Marie Dahlstrøm and Marsicans…
11/08/2018
One week left to apply for Anna Meredith residency
Generator’s Tipping Point: WeCreate and Brighter Sounds have teamed up with composer Anna Meredith to create a unique residency opportunity…
04/08/2018
How I wrote ‘Marrakesh Express’ by Crosby, Stills & Nash
Graham Nash takes us on a journey to Morocco in order to explain the origins of a classic. All aboard!…
03/08/2018
On The Stereo
Our favourite recent releases, including new songs from Clare Bowen, St. Martiins, Gorgeous Bully, Emma Zander, Cha:dy and Ziggy Alberts…
