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
15/10/2018
Interview: Boz Scaggs
The legendary singer, songwriter and guitarist talks about the challenges of collaborating, selecting tracks, and making a song your own…
14/10/2018
On The Stereo
This time we hear wonderful things from Sigrid, Frankie Davies, Dusty Stray, Micah P. Hinson, Larkin Poe and Morgan Evans…
13/10/2018
Interview: Gabrielle
Returning with her first new album in over a decade, she’s ready to reclaim her place at pop’s top table…
12/10/2018
This weekend marks the first National Album Day
In its inaugural year, NAD is prompting music fans all over the UK to enjoy an album of their choice…
11/10/2018
Diary Of A Songwriter: Gretta Ray
The young, rising talent from Australia shares a personal account of her approach to songwriting, planned creativity and breakfast routine…
10/10/2018
Interview: Macy Gray
The release of her new album ‘Ruby’ gives us a chance to explore the inner workings of this iconic artist…
08/10/2018
On The Stereo
Our latest divine selection brings together songs from R.E.M, Shannon Hynes, Princess Chelsea, Jimmie Allen, Brett Young and DJ Snake…
07/10/2018
Songwriting Magazine Autumn 2018 out now
Our latest edition features Macy Gray, Yoko Ono, Gabrielle, Boz Scaggs, Courtney Marie Andrews, Lamont Dozier, The Darkness and more…
05/10/2018
Bucks launches BASCA funding initiative
The deal means Bucks Music Group will pay for all new signings to join the British music creators trade association…
03/10/2018
Five minutes with… Ruston Kelly
We briefly catch up with a country artist and renowned Nashville songwriter whose new album is his most honest yet…
28/09/2018
Beyoncé tops ‘Power List 2018’
Taylor Swift came second in the BBC’s Woman’s Hour annual list, with Adele and Sia also making the top 20…
26/09/2018
EXCLUSIVE! ‘Inbal I’ EP by Inbal
Today we have the pleasure of previewing the debut release of four tracks from a multilingual singer-songwriter from Tel Aviv…
25/09/2018
The Album That Changed Everything
A choice selection of our recent interviewees reveal the seminal albums that have inspired them the most over the years…
24/09/2018
J R Harbidge’s songwriting tips
The rocker from the Black Country shares some techniques to help make your melodic ideas and song structures more palatable…
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 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…
