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In-depth interviews with songwriters about their songwriting process. Nothing else. No talk of band drama, band names, or tour stories. Treating songwriters as writers, plain and simple. By Ben Opipari, English Lit Ph.D.
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Welcome to Songwriter Trysts, hosted by Rae Leigh—an intimate space where artists from around the world share their passion for songwriting and discuss their love for the craft. Writing songs is a powerful journey into an ancient art form. Songwriters have stories to tell, and this is a space to explore their songs, inspirations, and creative process. Through conversations, workshops, and showcases, we help songwriters write, record, release, and perform their music while building a strong, ...
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Chris DeMakes A Podcast, hosted by Chris DeMakes of the legendary punk rock band Less Than Jake, features guests who have written iconic songs, exploring their backstory, creation, inspiration, and significance. Each episode offers an in-depth exploration into a specific track from renowned artists, with guests providing untold stories and fascinating details. From chart-toppers to hidden gems across various genres and eras, the podcast offers a rich listening experience. Chris's passion for ...
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Prompt Queens

Emily Dunbar & Hope Dunbar: songwriting & comedy

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Prompt Queens is songwriting/comedy podcast. Every episode we write to a new prompt, play our songs, discuss songwriting and the creative process, and invite you to play along at home. Hosted by Emily Dunbar & Hope Dunbar.
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The Weekly Song Podcast || Songwriting | Music

The Weekly Song Podcast || Songwriting | Music

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Two young musicians have taken it upon themselves to write a new song from scratch every week, then to share their songs with each other and the world. Each episode, Roger Heathers and Declan Kitchener deconstruct the theory and process of writing music, then probably go off topic to talk about how amazing the Beatles are or something. If you'd like to share your song that you wrote in a week with us, or perhaps join us as a guest, then get in touch with us via our e-mail address weeklysongp ...
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Two Good Ears with Rich Reardin is a podcast that explores the music world from every angle—introducing new artists, uncovering the people behind the music, and revisiting legendary stories. It’s a space for sharing experiences and perspectives, where conversations flow freely between musicians, producers, engineers, and passionate fans. The show grew out of In Search of a Song, a long-running public radio series created in 2005 with guitarist Jason Wilber (John Prine), which produced over 7 ...
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The Test Press

Jill Lynn & Henderson, LLC

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Host Brylan May talks with guests (and sometimes to himself) about favorite albums, the creative process, the cultural trends and landscape, and all things music! Sometimes they even play games and argue about bands and artists they will never actually meet. New episodes biweekly!
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IN FOCUS

Downtown Music

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IN FOCUS is a short-form podcast and fireside chat series presented by Downtown, spotlighting industry leaders, music technology trends, and data-driven strategies for artists, labels, and music professionals. Listen for actionable insights, behind-the-scenes perspectives, and deep dives into the ideas transforming the future of music. Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@DowntownMusic Subscribe to the Downtown Newsletter for updates on new episodes and exclusive insights.
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Two Composers, Two Continents

Jeff Meegan & David Tobin

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Two Composers, Two Continents throws open the doors on the world of composing collaborators Jeff Meegan and David Tobin. Take a light hearted look into the world of composing for TV and film - and hear some funny stories along the way… Hear guests from all areas of the industry, some insight into our creative process and some general nonsense from over 20 years in the industry!
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The Zach Show

AUXORO Studios

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Zach Grossfeld sits down with the people who fascinate him, from comedians and athletes to rocket scientists and dominatrixes. Zach unpacks the defining moments of their work, the challenges they’ve overcome, what drives them, and everything in between. Past guests include FINNEAS (music artist/producer), Mark Normand (comedian), Aubrey de Grey (longevity scientist), Eben Britton (NFL/psychonaut), Andy Weir (author), Mistress Natalie (dominatrix), Coleman Hughes (writer/podcast host), Ryan S ...
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Audio Signals Podcast

ITSPmagazine, Marco Ciappelli, Sean Martin

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Hosted by Marco Ciappelli | We are all made of stories. Storytelling is at the core of our human experience—how we transmit knowledge, share experiences, and communicate values. Stories are bridges that connect us, shaping our worldview and weaving together our collective consciousness. In our modern, hybrid analog-digital society, the art of storytelling matters more than ever. Every storyteller—regardless of medium or platform—contributes to the grand narrative of human experience. I'm foc ...
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Neighbors Neighboring

Amber Battaglia & Jennifer Schiffman

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Welcome to Neighbors Neighboring, the podcast where two back-patio philosophers turn the everyday absurdities of suburban life into laugh-out-loud storytelling. This podcast is a reminder of how important it is to connect - not just online, but in real life. Check in on a neighbor, share a cup of coffee…maybe you'll find a new best friend in the process. It happens - this pod is living proof.
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Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix

Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers and Artists

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If you're searching for answers on topics such as: How do I make my mixes sound professional? What equipment do I need to start producing music at home? What is the difference between mixing and mastering? What are some of your favourite production tools and techniques? How do I get my music noticed by record labels? Or what are the key elements of an effective music marketing strategy? Either way, you’re my kind of person, and there's something in this podcast for you! I'm Marc Matthews, an ...
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Welcome to The Bandwich Tapes, where host Brad Williams sits down with his friends and musical heroes for candid conversations about life, music, and everything in between. Join us as we dive deep into the stories behind the songs, explore the highs and lows of the music industry, and celebrate the enduring power of music to inspire, uplift, and unite us all. Whether you're a seasoned musician, a die-hard music fan, or simply someone who loves a good story, The Bandwich Tapes has something f ...
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Have you ever wondered how a song is made? What happens during the recording process? In Journey of a Song, singer-songwriter Emmeline takes the audience on a tour of a musician's creative process, from the first notes to the final recorded song. Each week, a different songwriter pulls back the curtain on a favorite composition, beginning with an acoustic version of the song and ending with the final recorded product. In between, you'll hear a conversation about the inspiration behind the so ...
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Pop Beyond

Martin Schwödiauer & Lucas Fellner

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Pop Beyond is a platform for emerging artists in the music scene, giving them a stage to promote their projects, share their journey, and discuss their creative process. 🎧 Pop Beyond – Giving emerging artists a voice! 📲 Follow us for more: @_pop_beyond_ 🎙 New episode out every two weeks!
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Creative Conversations at The Granary

Granary Digital, Sophia Gray, Mia Moore

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Creative Conversations is a weekly podcast where we chat with creatives from all walks of life—photographers, filmmakers, authors, puppeteers, and more. It’s all about exploring their journeys, uncovering what inspires them, and diving into what creativity means to them. Whether you’re a fellow creative or just curious about the creative process, it’s a fun, inspiring space to hear unique stories and ideas.
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The Backstage Pass: Song Stories

Eirewave - The Pop Rock Station

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The Backstage Pass – The Story Behind the Songs takes you behind the music to uncover the story behind the greatest pop rock hits. From bands of the 80s to today’s hits, this podcast explores the rich history of rock music, diving into the songwriting insights, recording techniques, and backstage stories that shaped legendary indie bands, solo artists, and synth artists. Each episode reveals the memorable anecdotes and musical techniques behind iconic tunes that defined generations. From the ...
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Follow Norwegian DJ, producer and legendarily wonderful human, Tom Lagergren a.k.a. Matoma, as he pulls back the curtain of his songwriting process with his collaborators to reveal the deep and diverse conversations had during a recording session. With the challenge of writing, recording and releasing a brand new song each and every week, The Weekly Beat with Matoma introduces you to not only a wide range of songwriters and musicians from around the world, but also the authentic human experi ...
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In each episode of Tell Me About Your Song, host Jacob Haller talks to a different songwriter about a song they wrote. Concisely edited, with a variety of guests, this show is recommended for anyone who wants to take a deep dive into the creative process!
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Markus Zosel’s podcast Painting on Glass is a captivating series where he reflects on his work as a singer-songwriter and author. He invites listeners into ”his study,” sharing insights into his creative process and the stories behind his music and writings. The podcast is described as »painting on glass while the light comes shining through«, symbolising the delicate and transparent nature of his artistry. This podcast explores themes of creativity, storytelling, and the delicate artistry i ...
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Every great idea begins with a question, a spark, a quiet refusal to settle. This Creative Journey explores the pivotal moments when artists, inventors, and visionaries turned uncertainty into bold action—and changed the world in the process. Image ©1995 Richard Sisk/panoramicimages.com
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Songbird

Marco North

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Songbird is a brutally honest, behind the scenes look at the songwriting and recording process. Based on Marco North's experiences with his debut album, Heaven Get Behind Me, he shares demos, hard-earned lessons, triumphs and finished tracks in each episode. An expat New Yorker living in Moscow, playing 100-year-old instruments, writing songs about Fellini dying, a French stalker, Kodachrome and California divorces, North shares one bittersweet anecdote after the next in this fascinating dee ...
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Boots & Ballads

Jeremiah Craig

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Jeremiah Craig is a cowboy boot wearing singer/songwriter. On this podcast you will hear everything from interviews with pros in the cowboy boot industry to full live concerts and behind the scenes in his songwriting process. Episode Schedule: Music Monday, Tuesday Boots Day, Whatever Wednesday, Boot Talk Thursday, Folk Music Friday.
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So Rude Podcast

Paige Ruderman

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The So Rude Podcast is your backstage pass to the vibrant world of music, songwriting, and life in Nashville, Tennessee. Hosted by Paige Ruderman, this podcast takes you behind the scenes of the Music City, delving into the creative process, the highs and lows of the industry, and the unique culture that makes Nashville the heart of American music. With a blend of sharp wit, insightful commentary, and genuine curiosity, Paige explores the stories behind the songs, interviews up-and-coming an ...
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Emmy award winning songwriter Andrew Rollins and songwriter and broadcaster Alison Craig talk about the songs, the songwriters, the highs, lows, heartbreaks and beyond of Nashville. Guests give their insight into the process, the town and the highs and lows within. Andrew has 9 songs on Nashville The Show and a million stories to tell. Find out where and how some of the best known songs in the world were written. Meet some of the extraordinary people who are working and living there now. 40 ...
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Join the quest! Learn how composers and songwriters create music in this podcast hosted by Minneapolis composer Charlie McCarron. Whether you’re a music composition grad or simply an occasional noodler on a guitar, each guest has a new perspective for you on the creative process of composing and songwriting, along with some concrete ideas to apply to your own music.
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These are one on one interviews with Oklahoma songwriters. We'll feature a song of the artist and tear into the how and why they write the way they do. It's all about the songwriting process itself. I’ve heard a lot of people talk about the stories behind songs but here we’re more interested in how artists come up with their melodies, their chord progressions, and their stories. Tune in to find out what inspires our Oklahoma Songwriters and how it is that they create the deep rich songs that ...
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Listen First

Phoebe Hunt

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In her podcast Listen First, artist Phoebe Hunt invites her listeners into the process of songwriting by sharing the intimate voice memo from her songwriting 'dates' with friends and peers. She says: "I am an introverted extrovert and this time of isolation has taught me that I viscerally need human connection and authentic collaboration in order to continue as an artist in the world. This podcast has allowed me to create with some of my favorite artists and friends, and I hope that our pers ...
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The Sound of Recovery documents Seattle musician Alex Swenson’s path to recovery from an opiate addiction, focusing on the importance of songwriting in the healing/rebuilding process. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/soundofrecovery/support
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Fictionaleyez is a songwriting music artist and producer. Over 100 of her original songs are now streaming worldwide. All songs were written, performed and recorded by Fictionaleyez. Alone. Early drafts of this artist’s songs can be found on her social media pages where she regularly documented her songwriting process, often displayed as video art, along the way. All Fictionaleyez singles were released independently between 2018 and 2022 through DistroKid distribution. Podcast episode runtim ...
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The Muse Podcast

The Muse Podcast

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Each episode, we invite an artist to play something new, something unreleased to the public - a new song, something different, maybe a work-in-progress - then we dive in and talk about the writing process, the story behind the piece, where it comes from, directly from the artist. Recorded live and uncut.
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Tuelo presents A Songwriter’s Journal, a podcast where Tuelo and creative partner Kevin Wenzel discuss the latest in Tuelo’s music, travels, and shenanigans, and bring on special songwriter guests to discuss their creative process and musical journeys. Be sure to like and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and find Tuelo on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tuelotuelotuelo/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tuelotuelotuelo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tuelotuelotuelo?sub_confi ...
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Tune Shed

Tune Shed

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A place where host Blake Murray and his professional musician friend Marty Gray dig into everything about music. Our podcast instigates creative ideas you can take with you, including all the skills around being a music lover: songwriting, production, the creative process, music theory, music history, you name it!
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In The Room

North Fork Studio (Hosted by Garrett Cole Hoffpauir & Monte McWilliams)

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North Fork Studio brings you In the Room with the people behind the music. Artists, producers, and creators from Southeast Texas and beyond share their perspectives, insights, and stories behind the music we know and love.
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Why do so many of us feel the need to clean our space before we create? Melody Prochet (aka Melody's Echo Chamber) and I discuss why it's important to our respective writing processes. When she's not writing in that nice and tiny space, she's walking along the water, another important element to her songwriting. The latest album by Melody's Echo Ch…
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Send us a text Kids, mom and dad love you very much, but things got a little hectic this holiday season, so we just got you something small... a Christmas mini-episode! We talk about holiday music strategy, trends in Christmas music—including why it starts so early now—and how and why musicians choose to do so many Christmas songs. It may be a litt…
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🎄 Christmas Special: Songwriter Trysts with Rae Leigh ft. Kenny Nolan 🎄 This Christmas, Songwriter Trysts with Rae Leigh delivers a truly iconic episode, welcoming legendary songwriter Kenny Nolan — the hitmaker behind timeless classics “I Like Dreamin’,” “My Eyes Adored You,” and the global anthem “Lady Marmalade.” In this festive and deeply perso…
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This week on Neighbors Neighboring, meet Amber's favorite accent partner, Michael Duddie. You'll hear why "Everybody Loves Michael," plus his long list of podcast pet peeves and upbeat tips for bringing caroling back to your neighborhood. Grab a cup of coffee and join Amber and Jen for a festive, funny, and heartfelt holiday conversation about comm…
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📄 Episode Description: Join your host, Paige Ruderman, for the very last So Rude Podcast episode of 2025! This is a solo chat where Paige gets candid about the year's big changes. You'll hear the real reason the podcast shifted to a biweekly schedule—a personal journey involving a sudden and painful jaw injury that made talking a challenge. Paige a…
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A single take can now become a gospel run, a country croon, or even a convincing female lead, and it happens in seconds. Justin and Rich of the Face Your Ears podcast unpack how AI jumped from pitch correction to “auto-sing,” the cost breakthroughs behind engines like DeepSeek, and what tools such as ACE Studio mean when 80-plus virtual singers sit…
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Send us a text This episode features Don Arbor, the award‑winning singer, songwriter, and video storyteller whose music and films have touched audiences nationwide. Join us as Don reflects on his creative journey, the stories behind his songs, and the art that continues to inspire his work today. TGE Episode 330 - Playlist for Don Arbor on Spotify.…
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In this episode, I sit down with bassist Jeff Picker to talk about the winding road from jazz to roots music, and how his time with Ricky Skaggs became a real-world education in feel, note choice, and serving the song. Jeff shares how he went from New York to Nashville, how that Skaggs connection opened doors at the Opry, and why bluegrass bass is …
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In the final episode of their four-part December series, Chris DeMakes and Chris Fafalios wrap things up with Elton John’s festive classic “Step Into Christmas.” They talk about the song’s spontaneous feel, the lighthearted lyrics, and the unmistakable style shaped by Elton’s longtime collaborators Gus Dudgeon and Bernie Taupin. The conversation to…
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In this festive episode, we unwrap the captivating story behind The Pogues' timeless Christmas classic, 'Fairytale of New York.' Born from the creative minds of a band deeply rooted in tradition, we explore the genesis of this anti-Christmas anthem. Was it an Elvis Costello challenge or a collective stroke of genius? Discover the journey from banjo…
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Send us a text Welcome to Two Good Ears, the show where music and conversation meet. Today we’re joined by Davey Allen, the voice, keyboards, leader and driving force behind Davey and the Midnights. SONGS FROM DAVEY AND THE MIDNIGHTS- PLAYLIST #329 SPOTIFY YOUTUBE - DAVEY AND THE MIDNIGHTS 🎧 Two Good Ears – A podcast for deep listening and fresh pe…
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It's now 2018 and we travelled back to New Orleans for a 2nd time to record a new collection of songs for Audio Network. Part 2 of the series sees us creating 3 great new albums covering New Orleans songs and brass band material. Find out how Jeff won a 10$ bet by writing a song about a sandwich, how we coaxed a bandful of musicians into singing on…
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This is a sneak preview episode of The After Party. In this episode, Chris and Chris dive into how we got the Santa Claus (aka SINTERKLAAS) that we know and love today. Chris DeMakes A Podcast is brought to you by DistroKid, the ultimate partner for taking your music to the next level. Get 30% off your first YEAR with DistroKid by signing up at ⁠ht…
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In this episode of The Bandwich Tapes, I reconnect with conductor and educator Aaron Kula, who shaped my summers in the Chautauqua Youth Orchestra at the Chautauqua Institution in New York in 1994 and 1995. We talk about what it means to trust young musicians with major repertoire, including the time we took on Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring, and …
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Send us a text They say politics make for strange bedfellows, and that's never been more true than when The Wholesome Music Podcast is forced to give props to Gene Simmons (who is gross). He recently testified before US Congress, urging them to close the loophole that lets radio stations not pay for music. Next, we catch up on iHeartRadio's efforts…
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We've had a lot of incredibly talented guests on this show, but so far, no one has been a contestant on an international competition (unless they were really holding out on me), until now. Luke Black represented his home country of Serbia in the international smash hit music competition Eurovision with his song "Samo mi se spava", where he added co…
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This week, Amber and Jen break down their epic neighborhood cookie exchange (complete with standout bakes) before spiraling headfirst into holiday chaos. Think Amazon packages delivered to wildly unhinged locations and Amber’s journey with a “dark warm green” paint color that looked perfect…until it didn’t. They also tackle the great real vs. fake …
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📄 Episode Description: Welcome back to the So Rude Podcast! This week, host Paige Ruderman is thrilled to welcome Nashville-based folk singer-songwriter and audio engineer, Laura Nickel! Originally from Albany, NY, Laura is known for her descriptive lyrics and memorable melodies that fearlessly explore the complexities of the human experience. Her …
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If your mixes keep fighting you, the problem likely started before the DAW ever opened. In this podcast takeover, Mike Indovina (Master Your Mix) digs into a source‑first mindset with London engineer and mixer Will Purton (RAK Studios), unpacking the practical decisions that make recording faster, mixing smoother, and translation far more reliable.…
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Episode six sees FUGA’s Senior Marketing Strategy Manager for Classical & Jazz, Amy Nelson, in conversation with Naxos Music Group’s Sales & Label Marketing Manager, Sascha Braunreuther, exploring how classical audiences are evolving, how artists are adapting, and what the wider industry can learn from the genre’s shifting landscape.…
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In this episode, I talk with legendary timpanist, educator, and musical pioneer Jonathan Haas. Jonathan’s journey weaves together St. Louis, Chicago, New York, Juilliard, Frank Zappa, Emerson Lake & Palmer, Philip Glass, and a powerful new project responding to the world we live in today. Jonathan tells the story of how a newspaper clipping from hi…
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In the 1981 holiday season, The Waitresses delivered a refreshingly offbeat gift with their single “Christmas Wrapping.” Written by Chris Butler, who openly admitted his dislike for the holidays, the song was pieced together from leftover riffs and lyrics he scribbled down in a taxi on the way to the studio. With Patty Donahue’s cool, talk-sing del…
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Investigative biographer Andrew Lownie joins the show to unpack the rise and fall of Prince Andrew, from his troubled childhood and war-hero image to financial corruption, Epstein, and royal protection at the highest levels. We explore Andrew’s marriage to Sarah Ferguson, the Trade Envoy scandals, intelligence entanglements, the Virginia Giuffre ca…
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In this podcast, we'll explore the heartwarming story behind one of the most beloved Christmas songs of all time, Chris Rea's "Driving Home For Christmas". The song's origins can be traced back to the late 1970s, when a young Chris Rea was just beginning his career in music. Through interviews with Rea himself and other experts, we'll learn about t…
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From the One Hit Thunder podcast (originally released on 11/29/2024) In this final installment of THE THUNDRED, Chris and Matt reveal the Top 20 Albums of All Time, closing out their five-part countdown with the most legendary records ever made. Without giving anything away, expect albums packed with unforgettable guitar riffs, raw lyrics that hit …
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Send us a text This episode features legendary drummer Corky Laing, best known for his powerhouse work with his musical partnes Leslie West in the iconic rock band Mountain as well as Jack Bruce in the supergroup West, Bruce & Laing, as well as Corky's solo career as a performer and songwriter. Join us as Corky shares stories from his remarkable ca…
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And we're back and it's time for another Prompt Queens episode which means it's time for a new song and a new prompt. Today's prompt is "Hello/Goodbye." 2025 is winding down, we've made it smack into the final stretch and isn't that the time we start reflecting on farewells and greetings AND how Hope didn't get hired as a seasonal employee at Targe…
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In this episode, I sit down with bassist, producer, educator, and longtime Bacon Brothers collaborator Paul Guzzone. Paul and I first met backstage in Atlanta years ago when my band opened for the Bacon Brothers, and we bonded instantly over Aguilar rigs and the first U-Bass I had ever played. What starts as a fun reconnection becomes a deep explor…
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For this week’s Throwback Thursday, we’re revisiting Episode 185 from December 11th, 2023. In this episode, Eric Bazilian makes his triumphant return to the show, this time to dive into the fascinating backstory of his iconic song “One Of Us,” made famous by Joan Osborne in 1995. Eric recounts the spontaneous genesis of the track, revealing that he…
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Oscar-Nominated Filmmaker Pen Densham on Writing, Cinematography, Photography, Creativity and the Freedom of Breaking the Rules There's a particular kind of magic that happens when a storyteller stops trying to please the market and starts listening to their soul. Pen Densham knows this better than most—he's lived it across three different mediums,…
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Send us a text Are you sure that Spotify actually knows what your musical taste is? And do you really want to outsource your opinions to a profit-driven algorithm? It's Spotify Wrapped season! Next, we look at 2025 vinyl sales trends. Vinyl is on the rise, but why? And what do you need to know about vinyl for your own career? Finally, we talk songw…
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Amber and Jen welcome neighbor Betsy Lawrence, a celebrated singer, voice teacher, and songwriter. They discuss her opera and academic background, teaching career, and songwriting process (including the inspiration for future pop hit, ‘Katie’s Hot Dogs’). Betsy shares an out of body experience that informed her creative process and how she balances…
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What if the best mix isn’t the cleanest, but the truest? In this podcast takeover, Lij Shaw (Recording Studio Rockstars) dives into a standout conversation with engineer, songwriter, and producer-in-the-making Abby Griffin to explore how “being the weird girl” can be a creative superpower, and why the moments you capture now may matter more than pe…
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Listen/buy The Big Scary: https://declankitchener.bandcamp.com/album/the-big-scaryJoin Declan and Roger as they each write a song per week and discuss lyrics, chords, arrangement, writer's block and creating within a time frame.Email the show! - [email protected] WSP on Instagram - https://lnk.bio/weeklysongpodcastListen to our coll…
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Episode five sees Downtown’s Director of Media & Partnerships, Emma Cordell, in conversation with War Child UK’s Music Projects & Events Manager, Feedy Frizzy exploring how artists, labels, and music companies can meaningfully support humanitarian work and build creative, values-driven partnerships.By Downtown Music
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