The fun-loving indie trio’s lead singer and bassist recalls how Bob Marley inspired the conception of their biggest hit single...
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The Newcastle rock band’s frontman Ginger explains how a soundcheck riff and a casual interview comment inspired their unpredictable single...
The singer of Bradford rock band Terrorvision tells the story behind the writing of their riff-tastic ode to whales and...
On the 50th anniversary of the band’s formation, the enigmatic, flute-toting frontman talks about writing one of their best-known songs...
The legendary folk-pop singer-songwriter tells the remarkable story behind her song that tackled the subject of child abuse head on...
Having inspired a Taylor Swift single, the Fairbrass brothers reveal all about the creation of their shirtless 1991 smash hit...
Origin stories of over 40 much-loved hits from the 60s to the present day, as told by the songwriters themselves...
The guitarist, sitar player and songwriter behind this frequently covered two-chord classic, talks about its willful simplicity and enduring popularity...
The songwriter and former East 17 member recalls the deeply personal tragedy behind his band’s unlikely and enduring Christmas smash...
The Wonder Stuff’s late 80s student disco anthem had its genesis in a recording accident, as frontman Miles Hunt explains...
James Warren tells the story behind the 80s hit single that’s been covered by everyone from Beck to Baby D...
Will Young’s No 1 single may have saved his career, but could just as easily been Gareth Gates’ Christmas song...


























