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Aaron LewisAaron Lewis
The Staind lead singer goes country and explains how he "vomits up" songs. >>more

J.D. SoutherJ.D. Souther
Co-writer of many Eagles hits, J.D. also did the popular duet "Her Town Too" with James Taylor. >>more

Chris TomlinChris Tomlin
The king of Christian worship music explains talks about writing songs for troubled times. >>more

Randy StonehillRandy Stonehill
This CCM forefather wrote the classic songs "Your Love Broke Through" and "Who Will Save the Children." >>more

Denny RandellDenny Randell
With Sandy Linzer, Denny wrote hits for The Toys and The Four Seasons. >>more

Keith Morris of Black Flag and OFF!Keith Morris of Black Flag and OFF!
The former Black Flag and Circle Jerks frontman on what it's like singing Hardcore at 56 with his band OFF! >>more

Matt Pryor of Get Up KidsMatt Pryor of Get Up Kids
The Get Up Kids frontman talks about stripping it down Springsteen Nebraska-style for his solo work. >>more

Aaron GillespieAaron Gillespie
The drummer and a main songwriter in Underoath, Aaron left the band in 2010 to focus on worship music. >>more

Darren King of MUTEMATHDarren King of MUTEMATH
Darren talks about the time he literally tried to be Jesus, and explains the leaked video for "Spotlight." >>more

Matthew WestMatthew West
From Rascal Flatts to Veggie Tales, Matthew's songs pepper the CCM/Country landscape. >>more

Timothy B. Schmit of the EaglesTimothy B. Schmit of the Eagles
Did this Eagle come up with the term "Parrothead"? And what is it like playing "Hotel California" for the gazillionth time? >>more

Duncan Phillips of NewsboysDuncan Phillips of Newsboys
The drummer for this Christian music powerhouse explains how he connects with the songs he plays. >>more

Edwin McCainEdwin McCain
"I'll Be" was what Edwin called his "Hail Mary" song. He says it proves "intention of the songwriter is 180 degrees from potential interpretation by an audience." >>more

Jimmy JamJimmy Jam
The powerhouse producer behind Janet Jackson's hits talks about his Boyz II Men ballads and regrouping The Time. >>more

Chris IsaakChris Isaak
Chris tells the story of "Wicked Game," talks milkshakes and moonpies at Sun Records, and explains why women always get their way. >>more

Adam Schlesinger of Fountains of WayneAdam Schlesinger of Fountains of Wayne
The guy who brought us "Stacy's Mom" also wrote the Jane Lynch Emmy song and Stephen Colbert's Christmas songs. >>more

Carol KayeCarol Kaye
A top session musician, Carol played on hundreds of hits by The Beach Boys, The Monkees, Frank Sinatra and many others. >>more

El Sloan of CrossfadeEl Sloan of Crossfade
They broke through with the hits "Cold" and "So Far Away," then got dumped by their label. Here's how they emerged stronger. >>more

Howard JonesHoward Jones
Howard explains his positive songwriting method and how uplifting songs can carry a deeper message. >>more

Tobin Esperance of Papa RoachTobin Esperance of Papa Roach
The philosophy behind their songs and how they "hand it over to the fans." >>more

Ralph Casale  - Session ProRalph Casale - Session Pro
A top New York studio musician, Ralph played guitar on many '60s hits, including "Lightnin' Strikes," "A Lover's Concerto" and "I Am A Rock." >>more

Todd Harrell of 3 Doors Down and 7dayBingeTodd Harrell of 3 Doors Down and 7dayBinge
3 Doors' bass player knows how to Binge without purging. >>more

Philip CodyPhilip Cody
A talented lyricist, Philip helped revive Neil Sedaka's career with the words to "Laughter In The Rain" and "Bad Blood." >>more

Sum 41Sum 41
Now attracting a new generation of fans, these guys have figured out exactly what to take seriously - and it isn't much. >>more

Jess Origliasso of The VeronicasJess Origliasso of The Veronicas
Australian twins in Los Angeles named after a Winona Ryder character - how their new city and long distance love plays into their songs. >>more

Henry McCulloughHenry McCullough
The only Irishman to play at Woodstock (backing Joe Cocker), Henry was an early member of Paul McCartney's band Wings. >>more

Leslie West of MountainLeslie West of Mountain
From the cowbell on "Mississippi Queen" to recording with The Who when they got the wrong Felix, stories from one of rock's master craftsmen.>>more

Tony Hiller and Brotherhood of ManTony Hiller and Brotherhood of Man
The man behind Brotherhood of Man is one of the most prolific and successful songwriters in the UK. >>more

Jon Foreman of SwitchfootJon Foreman of Switchfoot
Switchfoot's frontman and main songwriter on what inspires the songs and how he got the freedom to say exactly what he means.>>more

Family Force 5Family Force 5
This Atlanta group brings it strong with bombastic beats in the name of God. >>more


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