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Exclusive Q&A: David Gray Shares Sheer Pleasure of Songwriting …
1 day ago · Now, Gray releases his thirteenth album, Dear Life, on January 17th, 2025. The album further solidifies his legacy as a lasting creative force in modern music, tackling the …
How Al Kooper Snuck His Way Onto One of Bob Dylan’s Most …
Jul 30, 2024 · Amidst the tumultuous changes of the 1960s music industry, sometimes gumption overruled talent, like the time Al Kooper snuck his way onto one of Bob Dylan’s most iconic …
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American Songwriter, a songwriting and music publication founded in 1984, helps millions of music fans and songwriters discover the craft of music with interviews, reviews, features, news ...
Introducing the 2025 American Songwriter Lyric Contest Judges
Oct 8, 2024 · We are excited to announce the official 2025 American Songwriter Lyric Contest judges!This year’s panel includes some of the best award-winning songwriters and industry …
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American Songwriter is the destination for music news. Here, you’ll find coverage of a wide range of genres and artists. Our dedicated news team keeps their fingers on the pulse of country …
The Meaning Behind Bonnie Raitts' "Just Like That" - American …
Feb 6, 2023 · The track, the only one nominated in the category with a single songwriter, went head-to-head against some of the night’s biggest songs, including hits from Adele, Beyoncé, …
The Story Behind the Song That Was Too Difficult for the Beatles …
Dec 20, 2024 · Another No. 1. When released, “Paperback Writer” went to No. 1 internationally, including in the UK and on the Billboard Hot 100. “‘Paperback Writer’ is [the] son of ‘Day …
Keith Urban, Tyler Hubbard & More Honor Jon Nite as Songwriter
Nov 6, 2023 · His family also appeared in the celebratory video, including daughter Ashley Nite, who followed his footsteps into the music industry as head of A&R at Eastside Avenue …
American Songwriter’s Top 15 New Artists of 2023
Dec 28, 2023 · Here are our choices for the top new artists who saw breakthroughs in 2023 and will no doubt continue on their upward trajectory in 2024. Ashlie Amber