Today's guest is one of the most sought-after hitmakers of the last decade. A Grammy-winning producer, songwriter, and guitarist whose genre-bending work has shaped the sound of modern music. From rock legends to pop superstars, he’s collaborated with&nbsp;Justin Bieber,&nbsp;Post Malone,&nbsp;Ozzy Osbourne,&nbsp;The Rolling Stones,&nbsp;Dua Lipa,&nbsp;Miley Cyrus, and more — earning&nbsp;The Recording Academy’s&nbsp;Producer of the Year&nbsp;award and cementing his status as one of the most in-demand hitmakers on the planet.And the writer is... Andrew Watt!In this episode, Watt opens up to Ross&nbsp;about the relentless drive, bold creative leaps, and collaborative ethos that fueled his journey from bar gigs and $100-a-week tours to producing global anthems.Listeners will learn:<ul><li>How to build trust and chemistry in the studio</li><li>Why great producers prioritize&nbsp;vibe&nbsp;and&nbsp;artist comfort&nbsp;over gear</li><li>How to manage egos, collaboration splits, and team dynamics at the top level</li><li>The real stories behind hits like&nbsp;Let Me Love You,&nbsp;Havana,&nbsp;Señorita,&nbsp;Stay, and&nbsp;Peaches</li><li>How to survive imposter syndrome and stay creatively free under pressure</li></ul>Chapters0:00 - Andrew Watt: The Hitmaking Legend1:12 - From Bieber to Ozzy: Watt’s Epic Journey2:20 - Studio Sparks: Watt’s Energy vs. Circuit’s Chill4:47 - Rock Gods: Producing Pearl Jam & Stones8:02 - Post Malone Meets Ozzy: A Game-Changer9:31 - Rainbow Bar Magic: Ozzy & Post’s Collab14:54 - Greece Hustle: $100/Week Tour Life19:14 - Why Watt Never Quit Music24:44 - Guitar to Glory: Cody Simpson to Bieber27:01 - Music Truth: Results Are Everything28:52 - “Let Me Love You”: Bieber’s Wild Ride39:52 - Pop Hits: “Havana” & “Wolves” Secrets42:02 - Dream Team: Ali, Brian & Pop Gold46:21 - “Havana” Moment: Camila’s Mic Drop48:27 - Post Malone: Instant Bond & Real Talk50:06 - Imposter Syndrome: Honesty in the Studio51:17 - “Stay”: Post’s Non-Pop Masterpiece56:22 - “Peaches”: Justin’s Jam with Shawn & Hailey58:38 - Demos That Hit Hard: Watt’s Emotions1:00:36 - Lady Gaga: Crafting a Visual Epic1:02:15 - Bruno & D’Mile: “Die with a Smile” Magic1:06:34 - Prank Call Chaos: The Tobias Mix-Up1:12:11 - Prank Aftermath: Industry Drama Unleashed1:19:17 - Heartfelt Loss: Watt’s Tribute to a Friend1:20:16 - Ozzy’s Advice: Be Kind on the Way UpThis season of&nbsp;And The Writer Is…&nbsp;is presented by the&nbsp;National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA)&nbsp;— the voice of American songwriters, composers, and music publishers.And The Writer Is...Hosted by Ross GolanExecutive Produced by Joe London and Jad Saad<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

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Ep. 221: Andrew Watt | How He Became the Go-To Producer for the World’s Biggest Artists

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