Pop and Rock Music Articles

Rick Nowels discusses his hit career, including his singles with Lana Del Rey (“Summertime Sadness”), Santana (“The Game Of Love”), Madonna and others.

Sam Harris discusses his band X Ambassador’s new album, and their Top 5 alt. single “Renegades.” Harris also co-wrote Rihanna’s single, “American Oxygen.”

Steve Garrigan, lead singer for Kodaline, talks about the band’s rise to success, their new album and their songwriting.

Bebe Rexha discusses her EP and upcoming debut album on Warner Bros., and how she co-wrote the smash hit “The Monster” for Eminem & Rihanna.

Rising singer/songwriter Greg Holden talks about his new album “Chase The Sun,” and how he co-wrote the big hit “Home” for Phillip Phillips.

Interview with Jesse Shatkin, about how he co-wrote & produced the Grammy-nominated hit “Chandelier” with Sia. He also works with Kelly Clarkson & others.

Writer/producer Kevin Kadish tells how he wrote “All About That Bass” with Meghan Trainor, plus her new single “Lips Are Movin.”

Legendary disco/pop artist KC (Harry Wayne Casey) discusses his group’s new album, and how he wrote classic hits like “Get Down Tonight.”

Mary Lambert discusses her new album, her single “Secrets,” and how she co-wrote the hit “Same Love” with Macklemore & Lewis.

Jesse Kongos discusses how the band (consisting of 4 brothers) got started, signed with Epic Records, and had a hit with “Come With Me Now.”

Singer/songwriter Gavin DeGraw discusses in-depth how he wrote his hit songs “I Don’t Wanna Be,” “Not Over You” and his new songs

Australian singer/songwriter Vance Joy discusses his hit “Riptide,” his debut album, his songwriting, and his tour opening for Taylor Swift.

Julian Bunetta has become a top hitmaker, co-writing & producing “Best Song Ever” and “Story Of My Life” for One Direction.

Interview with American Idol star Phllip Phillips about the making of his second album, his songwriting and his Fall concert tour.

Interview with Bonnie McKee about writing big hits for Katy Perry and other artists, plus recording her own album for Epic Records.

Sebu Simonian of Capital Cities discusses the duo’s rise to success, their big hit “Safe and Sound,” their songwriting and unique videos..

Rising songwriter Tiffany Vartanyan co-wrote the Demi Lovato hit “Neon Lights,” and is enjoying success writing with artists in several genres.

Interview with rock star George Thorogood, about his songwriting and performing, and his new compilation album Icon, and tour.

Interview with hot new artist Lindsey Stirling, about her new album Shatter Me and how she became a worldwide success as an indie artist.

Interview with pop writer/artist LP, who has a new album produced by Rob Cavallo. She’s also written songs for Rihanna and Christina Aguilera.