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Sodajerker On Songwriting podcast

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Sodajerker On Songwriting is a programme devoted to the art and craft of songwriting. The show, created and hosted by the UK songwriting team Sodajerker, features interviews with some of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the world.

Sodajerker On Songwriting is a programme devoted to the art and craft of songwriting. The show, created and hosted by the UK songwriting team Sodajerker, features interviews with some of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the world.

 

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#263

Episode 255 - Kevin Rowland

Kevin Rowland joins Simon and Brian to discuss his creative process and the writing of the new <a href= "https://dexysofficial.com/">Dexys</a> record The Feminine Divine. The acclaimed singer and songwriter talks about where inspiration comes from, the importance of trust when co-writing, and why he likes to write notes on his lyric sheets. ... Read more

31 Aug 2023

44 MINS

44:28

31 Aug 2023

#262

Episode 254 - Stephen Duffy

Simon and Brian are joined by beloved singer-songwriter <a href= "http://stephenduffy.com/">Stephen Duffy</a> to discuss writing the new Lilac Time record Dance Till All The Stars Come Down and much more besides. Stephen touches on a range of subjects including the influence of W. H. Auden, how therapy changed his writing style, and his collaborations with artists like Steven Page and Robbie Williams. ... Read more

16 Aug 2023

51 MINS

51:42

16 Aug 2023

#261

Episode 253 - Damon Albarn

Damon Albarn welcomes Sodajerker to his London studio to chat about the creative process behind the new <a href= "https://www.blur.co.uk/">Blur</a> record The Ballad of Darren. Among other topics, the singer-songwriter and composer talks about his working routines with Blur and Gorillaz, writing about real life experiences, and his love for the city of Liverpool. ... Read more

28 Jul 2023

49 MINS

49:44

28 Jul 2023

#260

Episode 252 - Lloyd Cole

[Lloyd Cole] (https://www.lloydcole.com/) joins Simon and Brian to discuss his songwriting and the creative process behind his new record On Pain. The former Commotions frontman reflects on new collaborations with his old bandmates, the influence of David Bowie, and his ongoing quest to experiment and evolve. ... Read more

13 Jul 2023

56 MINS

56:53

13 Jul 2023

#259

Episode 251 - Jenny Lewis

[Jenny Lewis] (https://www.jennylewis.com/) chats to Sodajerker about her current record Joy'All and her songwriting process. Among other insights, the musician and actress talks about attending a songwriting group hosted by Beck, recording with Ringo Starr, and her work with Rilo Kiley. ... Read more

16 Jun 2023

47 MINS

47:03

16 Jun 2023

#258

Episode 250 - Mick Hucknall

Simply Red's [Mick Hucknall] (https://www.simplyred.com/) joins Simon and Brian for a special 250th episode covering his new record Time and his work through the years. The celebrated frontman speaks candidly about his career as a songwriter, his collaborations with Motown legend Lamont Dozier, and the stories behind classic hits like 'Holding Back The Years' and 'Something Got Me Started'. ... Read more

31 May 2023

51 MINS

51:23

31 May 2023

#257

Episode 249 - Theo Katzman

[Theo Katzman] (https://theokatzman.com/) discusses his amazing album Be The Wheel and his philosophies as a songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. The Vulfpeck member shares a range of ideas about music including the influence of jazz standards, capturing real performances on record, and why AI is no problem if we just focus on our humanity. ... Read more

21 May 2023

59 MINS

59:58

21 May 2023

#256

Episode 248 - Jessie Ware

[Jessie Ware] (https://www.jessieware.com/) chats with Sodajerker about her new album That! Feels Good! and her approach to songwriting. The singer, songwriter and podcaster talks about wearing lots of different hats creatively, the challenges of co-writing, and past collaborations with Benny Blanco, Ed Sheeran and Julia Michaels. ... Read more

28 Apr 2023

45 MINS

45:03

28 Apr 2023

#255

Episode 247 - David Paich

David Paich sits down with Simon and Brian to talk about his songwriting process, his recent solo debut Forgotten Toys, and his classic hits with <a href= "https://totoofficial.com/">Toto</a>. The legendary songwriter, keyboardist and session musician discusses his early musical life, the influence of his father, and collaborations with Boz Scaggs, David Foster and more. ... Read more

07 Apr 2023

46 MINS

46:33

07 Apr 2023

#254

Episode 246 - Tim Burgess

The delightful [Tim Burgess] (https://www.timburgessofficial.com/) joins us to discuss his songwriting process, both solo and with The Charlatans. The singer-songwriter, author, and Twitter legend talks about writing in white rooms, hitting hot streaks, and the joy of sharing music through his listening parties. ... Read more

10 Mar 2023

37 MINS

37:30

10 Mar 2023

#253

Episode 245 - Shania Twain

Triple diamond pop megastar <a href= "https://www.shaniatwain.com/">Shania Twain</a> joins us to discuss her captivating new record Queen Of Me and her colossal hits from the past. The Canadian singer-songwriter talks about how she felt going into writing rooms for the first time, her love for strong choruses and bridges, and why she’s always looking to be envious of something someone else wrote. ... Read more

03 Feb 2023

45 MINS

45:52

03 Feb 2023

#252

Episode 244 - Boz Scaggs

This gem from the archives was thought lost forever, but thanks to the wonders of technology we've been able to recover our chat with the great Boz Scaggs. It was recorded around the time of Boz's last album, Out of the Blues, and highlights his contemporary approach to music making, as well as the creative process behind timeless classics like 'Lowdown' and 'Hollywood'. The singer-songwriter and guitarist also speaks about gaining vocal confidence, collaborating with David Paich, David Foster and Marcus Miller, and finding your passion when it's gone. ... Read more

13 Jan 2023

39 MINS

39:24

13 Jan 2023

#251

Episode 243 - Michael Penn

Composer and songwriter <a href= "http://michaelpenn.com/">Michael Penn</a> talks with Sodajerker about his "former career" in songwriting, meeting Bob Dylan as a kid, and why he doesn't co-write with his partner, the equally brilliant Aimee Mann. The acclaimed film/TV composer also reflects on his relationship with performing, his approach to melody writing, and his love for The Chamberlin keyboard. ... Read more

31 Dec 2022

42 MINS

42:09

31 Dec 2022

#250

Episode 242 - Tim Heidecker

The brilliant [Tim Heidecker] (https://www.timheidecker.com/) chats with Simon and Brian about his gorgeous record High School, his love for Randy Newman, and recreating the yacht rock sound. The comedian, writer, actor and musician also explains why he wrote a hymn for agnostics, and wonders why we keep burying people in the ground when they die. ... Read more

24 Dec 2022

54 MINS

54:00

24 Dec 2022

#249

Episode 241 - Seal

To mark the release of a new deluxe reissue of his eponymous debut, [Seal] (http://www.seal.com/) joins Simon and Brian for a conversation about his songwriting process. The singer-songwriter discusses classic hits like 'Killer', 'Crazy' and ‘Kiss From A Rose’ and explains why the alchemy of songwriting still has him passionate about making music. ... Read more

07 Dec 2022

39 MINS

39:21

07 Dec 2022

#248

Episode 240 - The 1975

Matty and George from [The 1975] (https://the1975.com/) talk with Sodajerker about the band's stellar new album Being Funny In A Foreign Language, working with Jack Antonoff, and being addicted to making stuff. The guys explain their songwriting and creativity in a variety of ways, touching on everything from postmodernism to comedy in what feels like a very good therapy session. ... Read more

27 Nov 2022

1 HR 04 MINS

1:04:54

27 Nov 2022

#247

Episode 239 - Ben Gibbard

[Death Cab for Cutie] (https://www.deathcabforcutie.com/) 's Ben Gibbard gives Sodajerker the lowdown on the band's superb new album Asphalt Meadows, the process of round robin songwriting, and why he's always falling in love with dead movie stars. The songwriter and guitarist also talks about writing with his trusty Fender Mustang, how certain guitars can deal a hot hand creatively, and the importance of lived experience in his work. ... Read more

20 Nov 2022

50 MINS

50:21

20 Nov 2022

#246

Episode 238 - Brett Anderson

Suede's [Brett Anderson] (https://www.suede.co.uk/)  joins Simon and Brian for a candid conversation about the writing of the band's new record Autofiction, accessing naivety, avoiding self-parody, and the value of craft. The frontman and author also reflects on the importance of fans, and why a songwriter's musical limitations don't need to be a barrier to success. ... Read more

10 Nov 2022

48 MINS

48:16

10 Nov 2022

#245

Episode 237 - Madison Cunningham

The phenomenal <a href= "http://www.madisoncunningham.com/">Madison Cunningham</a> speaks with Sodajerker about her new record Revealer, sincerity versus technicality in music making, and why songs are sometimes smarter than you. The singer-songwriter also discusses her distinctive approach to the guitar and the influence of church music in her development. ... Read more

17 Oct 2022

52 MINS

52:47

17 Oct 2022

#244

Episode 236 - Julian Lennon

[Julian Lennon] (https://julianlennon.com/)  joins Simon and Brian for a chat about his new record Jude, the importance of emotion in songwriting, dealing with anxiety, and the trials of relearning his old material. The multi-faceted singer-songwriter also discusses his work as a photographer, filmmaker and author, and reflects on how his creativity is powered by his relentless work ethic. ... Read more

04 Oct 2022

42 MINS

42:03

04 Oct 2022

#243

Episode 235 - Martha Wainwright

Singer-songwriter <a href= "https://www.marthawainwright.com/">Martha Wainwright</a> discusses her recent memoir Stories I Might Regret Telling You, how she approaches writing both songs and prose, and being done with old narratives. The critically lauded artist also shares her thoughts on using open tunings, why she found acting wasn’t compatible with songwriting, and her plans for the future. ... Read more

18 Sep 2022

46 MINS

46:47

18 Sep 2022

#242

Episode 234 - Steven Page

Canadian treasure [Steven Page] (https://www.stevenpage.com/) sits down with Simon and Brian to discuss his songwriting process, his work with Barenaked Ladies, and songs from his forthcoming solo album. The beloved singer-songwriter shares his thoughts on the joy of choir singing, the place of humour in songwriting, and what he's learned from long-time collaborators like Stephen 'Tin Tin' Duffy. ... Read more

31 Aug 2022

53 MINS

53:31

31 Aug 2022

#241

Episode 233 - Bruce Hornsby

The charismatic [Bruce Hornsby] (https://www.brucehornsby.com/) joins us to talk about the writing of his superb new album 'Flicted and the art of living a life of creativity. In this in-depth conversation, the singer-songwriter and pianist describes how he gets inspired by reading literary fiction, his work on music for Spike Lee joints, what he means when he describes his sound as 'Bill Evans meets the hymnbook', and why 'The Way It Is' was one of the most unlikely hits ever. ... Read more

14 Aug 2022

55 MINS

55:15

14 Aug 2022