One half of British duo Ida Mae reflects upon their new record, reliving moments on the road when inspiration struck...
Tag Archives: Willie Nelson
The lead singer of this acclaimed alt-country/Americana band from Melbourne, Australia, tells us about his inspiration and approach to songwriting...
The influential lead singer of Jamiroquai is to receive the accolade at the annual ceremony celebrating the year’s best songwriters...
The country music icon announces his final studio album ‘Adiós’ featuring songs from lifelong collaborator Jimmy Webb and other legends...
This quintet of festive country offerings, packed with notable guest appearances, provide plenty of enjoyable tunes for the holiday season...
The first album by the former Sons Of Fathers man is more than just a vehicle for his powerful vocals...
The roots trio have brought in a producer, bolstered their sound and come up with another album of serious quality...
The NaSHOF gets set to welcome songwriters Aaron Barker, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Bob Morrison and the late Townes Van Zandt...
Producer known for recording Elvis, and writing hits at Stax and American Sound, dies the day after his 79th birthday...
Our favourite podcasting duo Sodajerker bring you a real treat, with a songwriter full of tips to aid your writing...
If you’re one for convention then you’ll be surprised by what Nashville-based Lurie has to offer on this harmonious release...
This year’s CMA (Country Music Association) Awards ceremony will take place on 4 November at the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville...
How I wrote 'I'm Just a Singer (In a Rock and Roll Band)' by The Moody Blues' John Lodge
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How I wrote ‘Beds Are Burning’ by Midnight Oil’s Rob Hirst
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How I wrote 'Food For Thought' by UB40's Robin Campbell
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How I wrote 'Luka' by Suzanne Vega
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How I wrote 'Turning Japanese' by The Vapors' David Fenton
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16 song starters
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Shelf help: 10 of the best books for songwriters
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Interview: Colin Macleod
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How I wrote 'Place Your Hands' by Reef's Gary Stringer
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I'm going to keep songwriting by reminding myself that overflowing emotions can be relieved when I write them down or sing them out.
I’ve kept writing songs all through lockdown and have just released currently have 4 tunes waiting for me to find the right words. The songs
My best mate and I have been writing songs together for just under a year and we've just released our 1st single! I am so
I have been writing songs now for over 40 years and I am not about to stop.
Notebook writing even day
I wrote 'Start a party' for Freedom day and the nightclub scene. It all started with Gary Barlow's course, I am now on the TSA
I have plenty of ideas and try to get one end product at one time! Focus, making, listen to it until I am satisfied with