American Songwriter and ReverbNation CONNECT Launch New Concert Series,...
Future Thieves, Ryan Beaver and Warm Ryders will perform on Mar. 7 The post American Songwriter and ReverbNation CONNECT Launch New Concert Series, “Discover” appeared first on American Songwriter.
View ArticleHenry Wagons Visits American Songwriter
The Australian troubadour gave an rousing performance of "Head or Heart." The post Henry Wagons Visits American Songwriter appeared first on American Songwriter.
View ArticleListen to Lucie Silvas Perform “Just For The Record”
The performance was part of "Discover," American Songwriter's ongoing concert series with ReverbNation CONNECT. The post Listen to Lucie Silvas Perform “Just For The Record” appeared first on American...
View ArticleTrapper Schoepp’s Video For “What You Do To Her” Calls For Cultural Change
Trapper Scheopp premieres video for “What You Do To Her,” the latest track from his upcoming album Primetime Illusion. The post Trapper Schoepp’s Video For “What You Do To Her” Calls For Cultural...
View ArticleWatch Yola’s Mesmerizing Video For “Faraway Look”
This is the second track to premiere off her upcoming album. The post Watch Yola’s Mesmerizing Video For “Faraway Look” appeared first on American Songwriter.
View ArticleCaroline Spence’s Rounder Records Debut Set for May Release
The songwriter teases album with the songs "Long Haul" and the title track. The post Caroline Spence’s Rounder Records Debut Set for May Release appeared first on American Songwriter.
View ArticleDurand Jones & The Indications Share Eye-Opening Video For “Morning in America”
“The lyrics speak to how many of us feel every day in this time of political uncertainty," the band said. The post Durand Jones & The Indications Share Eye-Opening Video For “Morning in America”...
View ArticleStephen Malkmus Preps Electronic Album Groove Denied
Stephen Malkmus just announced his first electronic album Groove Denied will be released on March 15 via Matador Records. The post Stephen Malkmus Preps Electronic Album <em>Groove...
View ArticleWho Is Chris Collingwood?
Chris Collingwood (Fountains of Wayne/Look Park) 2020 American Songwriter Lyric Contest Judge Two-time Grammy nominee Chris Collingwood is a singer, songwriter and cofounder of the rock group Fountains...
View ArticleRodney Crowell’s “Adventures In Song” Discount Extended to Jan. 3
Registration is open for Rodney Crowell’s “Adventures in Song” camp, an immersive four-day event in Nashville that rigorously explores the craft of songwriting with some of the art form’s greatest...
View ArticleDownload the March/April 2020 Digital Edition feat. James Taylor
March/April 2020 Issue To view this content, you must be an American Songwriter Member. Already a Member? Sign In Here. The Benefits of Membership: Subscription to the American Songwriter Print...
View ArticleA People’s History of American Songwriter: Robert Clement
(Publisher 2004-2012; Co-Owner 2004-present) “So, what are you boys here for? Ya’ll want me to buy this rag?” That was the first thing out of Rolling Stone co-founder and publisher Jann Wenner’s mouth...
View ArticleA People’s History of American Songwriter: Caroline Acree
Caroline Acree: Operations Director (2012-present) I remember my first day at American Songwriter as an intern. I’d been instructed to answer the phone and respond to a few emails while most everyone...
View ArticleA People’s History of American Songwriter: Emily Maxwell
Emily Maxwell: Intern (2013-2014); Writer/editorial assistant (2014-Present) When I think about the start of my career in journalism, one thing will always come to mind: a frenzied call to my mother...
View ArticleAmerican Songwriter Presents Good People, Great Writers
American Songwriter is excited to announce it’s teaming up with Good People Brewing Company and The Sutler Saloon in Nashville to present a monthly Songwriters In The Round series. On the first Monday...
View Article30 Artists Discuss Bob Dylan
1. From our January/February issue: Don’t Think Twice: The Paul Zollo Interview, The Reawakening Of Bob Dylan, Joan Baez interview, Robyn Hitchcock on Dylan, Artists On Dylan, Chimes Of Freedom review....
View ArticleThe Top 20 Rolling Stones Deep Cuts: #20, “Sway”
If you only listened to the Rolling Stones’ singles, you’d have a blueprint for rock and roll in all its glory. But for every “Miss You,” “Satisfaction” or “Sympathy For The Devil,” there are five...
View ArticleJimmy Fallon And The Rise Of Tebowie
The last week of March 2011 could not have been a good one for Rebecca Black, being as she was the most vilified pop star on all the Internet. The amusingly amateurish clip for the 13-year-old’s song...
View ArticleWhat Are The Top 20 Rolling Stones Deep Cuts?
If you only listened to the Rolling Stones’ singles, you’d have a blueprint for rock and roll in all its glory. But for every “Miss You,” “Satisfaction” or “Sympathy For The Devil,” there are five...
View ArticleThe American Songwriter Interview: Lou Reed
What was a momentum-killer then, now more than holds up in modern light. An operatic take on downtown street life, it examined complexities of lust and obsession, jealousy and addiction's bottomless...
View ArticleBehind The Song: Leonard Cohen, “Bird On The Wire”
Kris Kristofferson has penned some of the most memorable lyrics in country and rock music history, and yet he has gone on record as saying he would like the opening lines of a song he didn’t write to...
View ArticleEnter to Win American Songwriter’s VIP SXSW Experience
American Songwriter is offering artists the chance to win an exclusive experience at the 2023 South by Southwest Music Conference & Festivals (SXSW) in Austin, Texas. The SXSW VIP Experience,...
View Article3 Takeaways from Hit Songwriter Luke Laird on ‘Songwriter Soup’
Luke Laird has a specific approach to songwriting. “I’m not a big over-thinker or over-analyzer,” he describes. “I’m just chasing a feeling.” That model has served Laird well, as his name is behind...
View ArticleLuke Dick on ‘Songwriter Soup’ Podcast: “I’m Trying to Feel Good About What...
The Songwriter Soup podcast continues with an appearance by hit songwriter Luke Dick, the man behind such hits as Miranda Lambert’s “Bluebird,” Dierks Bentley and Brothers Osborne’s “Burning Man”...
View ArticleBig Machine Music’s Mike Molinar Details Meeting Laura Veltz on ‘Songwriter...
When Big Machine Music General Manager Mike Molinar met Laura Veltz, he saw what he looks for in promising songwriters: humanity. Veltz describes Molinar as her “treasured” publisher at Big Machine...
View ArticleThe Best Takeaways From Brian Kelley’s CMA Fest Q&A with American Songwriter:...
Brian Kelley is opening up about his journey as a songwriter. During day three of CMA Fest in Nashville, Kelley joined American Songwriter’s Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki for an in-depth Q&A session...
View ArticleNoah Thompson on ‘American Idol,’ Debut EP: “It Was Always My Dream”
When interviewing American Idol season 20 winner Noah Thompson, he frequently uses the word “man,” as if he’s talking to a friend or someone from his hometown. It’s that “aw-shucks” demeanor that judge...
View ArticleKelly Clarkson Delivers Stunning Stripped-Down Version of “Mine”
Kelly Clarkson has released a stripped-down version of her latest single, “mine.” Taking to the Belasco Theater in Los Angeles, Clarkson offers an intimate performance of the heartbreaking song that’s...
View Article10 Motivational Quotes by Lainey Wilson
Lainey Wilson is blazing a path all her own in country music. As one of the genre’s brightest rising stars, she’s poised for superstardom not only through her powerful songs like “Heart Like a Truck”...
View ArticleThe 10 Best Brothers Osborne Quotes
Brothers Osborne have blazed a path for themselves in country music by being fearless both lyrically and sonically. The duo of brothers John and TJ Osborne hail from Maryland and were raised in a...
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