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Songfacts Podcast

Songfacts, which has been bringing you the stories behind the songs since 1999, now has a podcast. On the Songfacts Podcast, host Stephanie R. Myers speaks with songwriters and other music makers to learn about their own songs (which they often perform on the show) and explore the music that influenced them. On this fun and enlightening musical journey, you"ll discover new songs across a range of genres and take a deep dive into some you know - how they"re structured, what they mean, how they make

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66:51

Alex Forbes

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/10/26

We've seen the name Alex Forbes on songwriting credits for years, going back to the '80s with "Don't Rush Me" by Taylor Dayne and "Too Turned On" by Alisha. More recently, she popped up on a great song called "Sugar My" by Jann Klose, who told us about writing it with her. Our curiosity piqued, we invited Alex on the Songfacts Podcast to learn more, and we're sure glad we did. Alex is a student of the game and also a teacher, coaching songwriting at creativesongwriter.com. In this episode, we talk

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Jim Kerr of Simple Minds

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/10/12

On the show today we have the singer of Simple Minds, Jim Kerr. I get to chat with Jim about the band's new album Direction Of The Heart, which drops on October 21. We also talk about the band's longevity - they've been doing this since 1977 - and of course I had to ask about their contribution to The Breakfast Club soundtrack, "Don't You Forget About Me." https://www.simpleminds.com/ Nick Mason

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Pink Floyd Drummer Nick Mason

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/09/28

When I started this show a couple years ago I just wanted to find a way to express my passion for music and finding new music along with my curiosity for this stories behind the songs. Never did I think I might be talking to some of my musical heroes. Well today, I am so excited to share with you all one of those opportunities. Nick Mason is the drummer for Pink Floyd. Those airy pockets you know and love from the Floyd catalog are directly associated with his rhythm and feel. Besides his 50+ years

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Samara Joy

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/09/14

Samara Joy is making a major buzz in the world of jazz. Just 22 years old, her live shows have earned her praise from critics and a following on TikTok - not where you would expect to hear jazz! Her new album, Linger Awhile, drops on September 16, 2022. Here, she talks about how she got into jazz and how she connects with some of the standards she sings, like her first single, "Can't Get Out Of This Mood." https://www.samarajoy.com/ WIN VIP TO NICK MASON'S SAUCERFUL OF SECRETS: Nick Mason

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37:34

Derek Hoke

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/08/31

On the show today we have the longtime Nashville singer-songwriter Derek Hoke. Derek has been doing his thing in Nashville for over 20 years and now after a four-year gap from his last album he is giving us some amazing new music with Electric Mountain, dropping September 9. We catch up with Derek in his home studio and chat about some new songs as well as some older ones. He tells us about his time hosting $2 Tuesdays at Nashville's The 5 Spot club, and he even takes the time to play his latest

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The Rolling Stones Episode with Author Lesley-Ann Jones

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/08/17

The Rolling Stones turned 60 this year, so today we speak with author Lesley-Ann Jones about her new book, The Stone Age: Sixty Years of The Rolling Stones. We talk about a few songs, clear up some of Keith Richards' most insane rumors, and go deep into the chaos surrounding the making of Exile On Main St. Lesley's knowledge and in-depth research is remarkable, honed by her time touring with the band. So let's find out what it was really like on the road with the Rolling Stones. Hint: it's not all

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47:28

Songwriting tips with Molly Leikin

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/08/03

Today on the show I get to chat with Molly Leikin. Molly has been a successful songwriter for five decades, starting in the early '70s. Over the next 10 years, Molly's songs were recorded by many popular artists. With that kind of career she has a lot of great insight and stories, which she touches on during this episode. Her her new book, “Insider Secrets to Hit Songwriting in the Digital Age," will be released August

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56:09

Jim Sonefeld of Hootie and the Blowfish

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/07/20

I am really excited to bring you today's guest as he not only shares stories of some of the most recognized songs of the '90s, but also of his battles with addiction and a great message of hope. Jim Sonefeld is the drummer for Hootie & the Blowfish and co-writer of some of their biggest hits, including "Time" and "Hold My Hand," which we talk about here. Jim recently released a book detailing his life's work called Swimming with the Blowfish: Hootie, Healing, and One Hell of a Ride. I've been

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52:49

Ayla Schafer

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/07/06

Well I am very excited for you all to listen to today's show as we have Ayla Schafer. Ayla is an English singer and songwriter who has one of the most unique journeys we have had on the show to date. This episode goes in depth about how music can affect us as people. As I record this intro, I am camping in the Wyoming highlands and have had a few days to reset, slow down, and clear my head of all the noise that life brings from time to time. I find Ayla's music and story run parallel to this kind

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52:01

Janiva Magness

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/06/22

Over the last three decades, Janiva Magness has become one of the preeminent voices in contemporary American roots music. She's garnered nearly 30 Blues Music Award nominations, and in 2009 became only the second woman to receive the highly coveted B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Award. Here, we learn all about her new album, Hard To Kill, and because we caught up with her and her band as they were rehearsing, get to hear a live version of one of their

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50:47

BJ Barham of American Aquarium

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/06/08

Ten years ago BJ Barham and his band American Aquarium were about to call it quits. They'd been touring nationally at small clubs and had seemingly plateaued in their growth as a band. They'd written some new tunes and decided to hop into a studio with Jason Isbell to record what they thought would be their swan song album, Burn. Flicker. Die. It was not. As BJ describes in this Songfacts Podcast episode, things changed after that album. When I press him on what he thinks happened, he points to

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40:46

Eagles songwriter Jack Tempchin

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/05/24

On today's show we have a legendary songwriter and musician Jack Tempchin. Jack is best known for penning the songs "Peaceful Easy Feeling" and "Already Gone," recorded by the Eagles, but there's a lot more in his catalog to explore. Most recently he has been performing with the band Mrs. Henry. In this episode, we get to hear about their collaboration "Waiting," a song that sounds and feels like a norm-defying Dylan tune. He also tells about his latest songwriting adventure where he goes to the

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33:51

Naomi Cowan

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/05/11

Today on the show we have Naomi Cowan, one of the rising stars of Caribbean music. Naomi was raised in the music business: her father, Tommy Cowan, was Bob Marley's road manager, and her mother, Dr. Carlene Davis-Cowan, is a renown reggae singer. Growing up, Naomi spent her weekends backstage, which has given her comfort within the spotlight. In this episode, Naomi tells the stories behind some of her songs and talks about her recent collaboration with Shaggy. If you are looking for some feel-good

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37:55

Lester Chambers of The Chambers Brothers, Moonalice

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/04/27

Even by the lofty standards of the late '60s, The Chambers Brothers were visionaries, blending rock, gospel and psychedelia into a musical bouillabaisse seasoned with social awareness. Lester is the third of the four Brothers, who were joined by a white drummer named Brian Keenan. The Chambers family is from Mississippi, but they formed their band in Los Angeles after the oldest brother, George, was discharged from the Army and settled there. "He went to California because he no longer wanted his

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The Mellencamp Episode with Author David Masciotra

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/04/13

In this episode of the Songfacts Podcast, we discuss the music and life of John Mellencamp with David Masciotra, author of Mellencamp: American Troubadour. Mellencamp has a reputation for being a bit... prickly, but David saw a different side of him when he was invited to Mellencamp's Indiana studio to conduct an interview. He's one of the few journalists to get such and invitation. There's a lot to be learned from Mellencamp's music, especially when it comes to navigating modern times and

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52:01

The Dylan Episode with Author Stephen Arnoff

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/03/30

Finally, the Songfacts Podcast is here to talk about Dylan! There is no better person to guide us through this episode than Dr. Stephen Arnoff, who is the author of the new book, About Man And God And Law, available via E-book now and hard copy on May 3, 2022. Dr. Arnoff, who also hosts a podcast by the same name, takes a unique look at Dylan and his works. We discuss how one line from "Maggie's Farm" led to so much more, and also get into the deeper meaning of songs like "Blind Willie McTell" and

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48:27

Michelle Willis

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/03/15

Michelle Willis... is so startlingly talented. She's probably one of the best singers I've ever heard in my life. ~David Crosby When asked how her 2012 self would react if told she would have David Crosby and Michael McDonald play on one of her albums one day, Michelle Willis would not have been surprised. That's not arrogance, it's self confidence, and Willis oozes with it. She is a performer who knows what she is capable of with her voice, her instrument (keyboard), and her writing. Having spent

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47:03

Bonnaroo Superjam Producer Paul Peck

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/03/01

Today on the show I am speaking with Paul Peck. Paul got his start in the music industry as a student at Tulane University. After an inspiring trip to the New Orleans Jazz Fest, he joined the Superfly team that eventually was involved in organizing the first Bonnaroo festival in 2002. In this episode, we get some behind-the-scenes stories on how that came together, and how he put together "super jams" where artists who ordinarily wouldn't perform together join forces on stage. Paul recently started

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60:08

The Heavy Hours - Gardens track by track

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/02/16

A few short months ago, The Heavy Hours came on the show and introduced us to their amazing music. In this episode, we have them back to take us track by track through their new album Gardens, comprised of songs they wrote a few years ago. It's set for release on February 18. This is truly "behind the music" - you'll hear the rough audio clips they had recorded on their phones as they constructed the songs, and hear how they evolved. Really cool stuff. So without further delay, let's get into it

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40:37

Tristen

Songfacts Podcast ·

2022/02/02

Today’s episode has been a long time coming. I first heard the name Tristen on this show last year when I interviewed Aaron Lee Tasjan. After taking a deep dive into her music I knew that she should be on the show! So here we are! Tristen came to Nashville years ago as a confident young songwriter and we chat about that journey, her latest album release from last year call “Aquatic Flowers” and I learn about Louis Anderson’s views on paprika! Our conversation, like her lyrics, have depth, are fun

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