American Songwriter: Artist, Songwriting, & Music Discovery
American Songwriter, helping millions of music fans and songwriters discover the craft of music since 1984 with interviews, reviews, contests, analysis, and more.
The American Songwriter Song Contest
Nov 29, 2024 · American Songwriter Membership. Meet the 2024 Song Contest Judges. Jason Mraz is living full spiral. It’s not full circle, exactly, because he’s changed and his experiences …
The Story and Meaning Behind “Road to Nowhere,” the Song …
1 day ago · '80s fans can probably summon up Talking Heads' "Road to Nowhere" in their imagination with no problem: The solemn chorale opening, followed by Tina Weymouth's bass …
Smithfield Talk the Song That Saved Their Career, Pilgrimage …
1 day ago · American Songwriter Song Contest finalists, Smithfield, have traveled the distance in a year with their debut album, "Country With Heart."
The American Songwriter Lyric Contest
Meet the 2025 Lyric Contest Judges. American Folk Singer and founding member of Old Crow Medicine Show. Wrote Lily Rose’s RIAA Gold-certified single “Villian,” along with songs …
About American Songwriter
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 ...
Lyric Contest Winners - American Songwriter
Oct 15, 2024 · A Q&A with November/December 2024 Lyric Contest Winner Darren Wiedman. “Jack Daniels or King James”Written by Darren WiedmanInterview by American Songwriter …
Behind The Song Archives - American Songwriter
Nov 12, 2019 · Halsey Rages Against Self on “Ego”. At American Songwriter are obsessed with uncovering the meaning behind our favorite songs. Below, you’ll find deep dives into big hits, …
American Songwriter’s Top 25 Artists of 2023
Dec 25, 2023 · 16. Dolly Parton. There’s likely never been a time in Dolly Parton ’s career where she hasn’t been considered a top artist in the field, and 2023 is no different. Everything Parton …
American Songwriter’s Top 15 New Artists of 2023
Dec 28, 2023 · Lisa Konicki. Updated: December 28, 2023 10:14 am. As 2023 comes to a close, American Songwriter is looking back at those artists who broke through the proverbial red tape …