The Glaswegian frontman talks about piecing together their precipitative breakthrough hit single in the arid climes of Israel and Spain...
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The London venue’s series of intimate shows returns with another eclectic mix of artists, including Jimmy Webb and Beth Orton...
The Manchester organisation launches a project to reduce the gender gap, while helping female musicians in the north of England...
We catch up with the distinguished songwriter to ask whether it’s possible to write with a live audience in mind...
Following the release of her critically acclaimed new album ‘Kidsticks’, the ‘folktronica’ female singer-songwriter prepares a 10-date UK headline tour...
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How I wrote 'Walking In Memphis' by Marc Cohn
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How we wrote ‘Big In Japan’ by Alphaville
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5 tips for songwriters starting a band by Shane Cooley
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How I wrote 'Zombie' by The Cranberries' Dolores O'Riordan
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How I wrote 'Iris' by Goo Goo Dolls' John Rzeznik
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How I wrote 'Luka' by Suzanne Vega
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Shelf help: 35 of the best books for songwriters [March 2026]
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How we wrote 'Kryptonite' by 3 Doors Down's Brad Arnold
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How I wrote 'Handbags And Gladrags' by Mike d'Abo
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How I wrote ''74-'75' by The Connells
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