We've seen the name Alex Forbes on songwriting credits for years, going back to the '80s with "Don't Rush Me" by Taylor Dayne and "Too Turned On" by Alisha. More recently, she popped up on a great song called "Sugar My" by Jann Klose, who told us about writing it with her.

Our curiosity piqued, we invited Alex on the Songfacts Podcast to learn more, and we're sure glad we did. Alex is a student of the game and also a teacher, coaching songwriting at creativesongwriter.com. In this episode, we talk about some of her most intriguing songs (including one she wrote with Nile Rodgers) and get into a little Songwriting 201, discussing what popular songs have really effective first lines and what dance songs have lyrics that set them apart.

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On the show today we have the singer of Simple Minds, Jim Kerr. I get to chat with Jim about the band's new album Direction Of The Heart, which drops on October 21. We also talk about the band's longevity - they've been doing this since 1977 - and of course I had to ask about their contribution to The Breakfast Club soundtrack, "Don't You Forget About Me."

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When I started this show a couple years ago I just wanted to find a way to express my passion for music and finding new music along with my curiosity for this stories behind the songs. Never did I think I might be talking to some of my musical heroes. Well today, I am so excited to share with you all one of those opportunities.

Nick Mason is the drummer for Pink Floyd. Those airy pockets you know and love from the Floyd catalog are directly associated with his rhythm and feel. Besides his 50+ years with the band, Nick has more recently started a project called Saucerful Of Secrets, who are touring the US now, so check out the link in the show notes for dates and details and a chance to win VIP access!

This chat was a pinch-me moment for myself, so please allow this to be one of those moments that just might break up a dull day, and enjoy, Nick Mason!

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Samara Joy is making a major buzz in the world of jazz. Just 22 years old, her live shows have earned her praise from critics and a following on TikTok - not where you would expect to hear jazz! Her new album, Linger Awhile, drops on September 16, 2022. Here, she talks about how she got into jazz and how she connects with some of the standards she sings, like her first single, "Can't Get Out Of This Mood."

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On the show today we have the longtime Nashville singer-songwriter Derek Hoke. Derek has been doing his thing in Nashville for over 20 years and now after a four-year gap from his last album he is giving us some amazing new music with Electric Mountain, dropping September 9.

We catch up with Derek in his home studio and chat about some new songs as well as some older ones. He tells us about his time hosting $2 Tuesdays at Nashville's The 5 Spot club, and he even takes the time to play his latest single, "Let Go Of My Heart" live on the show.

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The Rolling Stones turned 60 this year, so today we speak with author Lesley-Ann Jones about her new book, The Stone Age: Sixty Years of The Rolling Stones. We talk about a few songs, clear up some of Keith Richards' most insane rumors, and go deep into the chaos surrounding the making of Exile On Main St.

Lesley's knowledge and in-depth research is remarkable, honed by her time touring with the band. So let's find out what it was really like on the road with the Rolling Stones. Hint: it's not all as glorious as you might think.

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Today on the show I get to chat with Molly Leikin. Molly has been a successful songwriter for five decades, starting in the early '70s. Over the next 10 years, Molly's songs were recorded by many popular artists.

With that kind of career she has a lot of great insight and stories, which she touches on during this episode. Her her new book, “Insider Secrets to Hit Songwriting in the Digital Age,"  will be released August 23.

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I am really excited to bring you today's guest as he not only shares stories of some of the most recognized songs of the '90s, but also of his battles with addiction and a great message of hope. Jim Sonefeld is the drummer for Hootie & the Blowfish and co-writer of some of their biggest hits, including "Time" and "Hold My Hand," which we talk about here.

Jim recently released a book detailing his life's work called Swimming with the Blowfish: Hootie, Healing, and One Hell of a Ride. I've been fortunate enough to receive a copy and highly recommend it! He is also releasing new music as a solo artist, which we get to hear about as well.

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Well I am very excited for you all to listen to today's show as we have Ayla Schafer. Ayla is an English singer and songwriter who has one of the most unique journeys we have had on the show to date.

This episode goes in depth about how music can affect us as people. As I record this intro, I am camping in the Wyoming highlands and have had a few days to reset, slow down, and clear my head of all the noise that life brings from time to time. I find Ayla's music and story run parallel to this kind of slowed-down mentality. Her beautiful melodies, soft vocal touches and spiritual lyrics remind us that we are all connected to one another and the natural world. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy this conversation with the lovely, Ayla Schafer.

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Over the last three decades, Janiva Magness has become one of the preeminent voices in contemporary American roots music. She's garnered nearly 30 Blues Music Award nominations, and in 2009 became only the second woman to receive the highly coveted B.B. King Entertainer of the Year Award. Here, we learn all about her new album, Hard To Kill, and because we caught up with her and her band as they were rehearsing, get to hear a live version of one of their tunes.

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