Pop and Rock Music Articles

Interview with Jesse Shatkin, about how he co-wrote & produced the Grammy-nominated hit “Chandelier” with Sia. He also works with Kelly Clarkson & others.

Australian singer/songwriter Vance Joy discusses his hit “Riptide,” his debut album, his songwriting, and his tour opening for Taylor Swift.

Writer/producer Kevin Kadish tells how he wrote “All About That Bass” with Meghan Trainor, plus her new single “Lips Are Movin.”

Mary Lambert discusses her new album, her single “Secrets,” and how she co-wrote the hit “Same Love” with Macklemore & Lewis.

Interview with American Idol star Phllip Phillips about the making of his second album, his songwriting and his Fall concert tour.

Interview with pop writer/artist LP, who has a new album produced by Rob Cavallo. She’s also written songs for Rihanna and Christina Aguilera.

Ferras discusses how he signed with Katy Perry’s Metamorphosis Music label, and the songs he wrote for his EP. He also writes for other artists.

Sebu Simonian of Capital Cities discusses the duo’s rise to success, their big hit “Safe and Sound,” their songwriting and unique videos..

Interview with renowned music artist & comedian ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic, who tells how he comes up with creative ideas for the hit songs he parodies.

Rising songwriter Tiffany Vartanyan co-wrote the Demi Lovato hit “Neon Lights,” and is enjoying success writing with artists in several genres.

Rising group MAGIC! talk about their rise to success with their worldwide hit “Rude,” and their success writing songs for other top artists.

Interview with hot new artist Lindsey Stirling, about her new album Shatter Me and how she became a worldwide success as an indie artist.

Veteran rock writer/artist Wilson tells how he co-wrote the hit “Not Ready To Make Nice” with the Dixie Chicks.

Pop hit songwriter Lindy Robbins has recently co-written three big hits. She is known as one of the best “topline writers,” writing lyrics & melodies.

Nalick discusses how she wrote “Breathe (2 AM),” and how she landed her record deal with Columbia Records.

Kipner discusses his great hits, ranging from “Physical” to “Hard Habit To Break” To “Genie In A Bottle.”

Shanks has been known for the past decade as being one of the top hitmakers in the pop & rock fields.

Hit writer/producer Toby Gad recalls how he and John Legend wrote the romantic ballad “All Of Me,” which is the biggest hit of Legend’s career. He also discusses his other projects.

Interview with rock star George Thorogood, about his songwriting and performing, and his new compilation album Icon, and tour.

Interview with singer/songwriter Joy Williams about her new solo projects, her songwriting, and her work in the acclaimed duo, The Civil Wars.