Top 10 Artists Who Wrote Their Biggest Hits in Music History
Discover 10 artists who wrote their biggest career hits, including Kanye West's Gold Digger, Mariah Carey's We Belong Together, and more chart-toppers....
Tag : songwriting
John Legend Talks the Art of Writing Love Songs
Nine-time Grammy winner John Legend discusses his album Love in the Future and shares insights on crafting love music in this exclusive interview....
Mariah Carey Signs with SESAC, Joining Elite R&B Songwriters
Mariah Carey signs with SESAC performing rights organization for representation of her songwriting catalog. The deal comes as she releases her new album....
Apollo Theatre and BMI Host Songwriting Panel for Aspiring
Apollo Theater and BMI host free songwriting panel featuring Latin GRAMMY winners and nominees. Aspiring songwriters learn from hitmakers behind 'Danza Kuduro' and other hits....
Florida Georgia Line ‘Cruise’ Co-Writer Signs Publishing Deal
Jesse Rice, co-writer of Florida Georgia Line's record-breaking hit 'Cruise,' signs worldwide publishing deal with ole. The deal includes administration of the best-selling Country digital...
Emeli Sandé Explains “How to Write a Song” on BBC Radio 1
Emeli Sandé reveals her songwriting secrets on BBC Radio 1, breaking down the creative process behind hits like River, Next To Me, and Clown at...
Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis Added to ASCAP EXPO
Legendary production duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis will headline ASCAP's 2014 EXPO with a keynote on artist development and their 30+ year career....
BMG Moves Writer Services Hub to LA Under Scherer
BMG relocates its Writer Services hub to Los Angeles under newly-promoted EVP Thomas Scherer. The move strengthens BMG's songwriting operations....
Alex Da Kid on Writing “Airplanes”
Producer Alex Da Kid reveals the creative process behind writing the hit song 'Airplanes' at BMI's pre-GRAMMY panel featuring top music industry hitmakers....
Linda Perry on the Life of a Songwriter
Grammy-nominated songwriter Linda Perry joined fellow hitmakers at BMI's pre-Grammy panel discussing the creative process behind writing hit songs....
Gibson Guitars Sponsors USA Songwriting Competition
Gibson Guitars sponsors the 19th Annual USA Songwriting Competition, supporting emerging songwriters. Past winners have secured major label deals with Island and Interscope Records....
Seven Songs with Masterful Metaphors
Explore seven iconic R&B and hip-hop songs that masterfully use metaphors, from Common's hip-hop love story to R. Kelly's creative wordplay....
What Inspired Ne-Yo To Write Beyonce’s Hit ‘Irreplaceable?’
Ne-Yo reveals the inspiration behind writing Beyoncé's massive hit 'Irreplaceable' during appearance on Arsenio Hall Show....
Integrity Music Publishing Signs Songwriter Michael Farren
Integrity Music Publishing signs ASCAP Award-winning songwriter Michael Farren, known for worship hits like 'Let It Rain' and 'Every Time I Breathe,' while re-signing GRAMMY...
Skee-Lo Denounces One-Hit Wonder Tag, Discusses Publishing
Skee Lo addresses being labeled a one hit wonder while discussing the importance of music publishing and songwriting for career longevity in the music industry....
BMG Hires Chris Oglesby as VP Creative Nashville
BMG Chrysalis US appoints Chris Oglesby as VP of Creative for Nashville office. 28-year industry veteran worked on hits by George Strait, Carrie Underwood....
Usher to Receive ASCAP Golden Note Award
Eight-time Grammy winner Usher will receive ASCAP's prestigious Golden Note Award at the 26th annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on June 27th, 2013....
Usher Receives ASCAP Golden Note Award at R&B Event
Eight-time Grammy winner Usher will receive the prestigious ASCAP Golden Note Award at the 26th annual Rhythm & Soul Music Awards on June 27, 2013....
ASCAP “I Create Music” Expo Available to Watch Online
ASCAP's 2013 I Create Music EXPO panels are now available to stream online. Over 40 panels with 60 hours of music industry content accessible until...
ASCAP Reports Higher Royalties in 2012 Despite Radio Declines
ASCAP distributed over $827 million in royalties to songwriters and publishers in 2012, marking the fifth consecutive year exceeding $800 million despite radio industry revenue...
Nick Ashford Wrote “I’m Every Woman?”
Nick Ashford wrote the lyrics to 'I'm Every Woman,' the iconic anthem recorded by Chaka Khan and later Whitney Houston. His wife Valerie Simpson reveals...
Elle Varner on Perfectly Imperfect & Songwriting
Elle Varner discusses her album Perfectly Imperfect and songwriting process in exclusive interview with Soul Culture. The R&B artist shares insights into her creative approach....
Chief Keef’s Songwriting Process on Sway
Chief Keef opens up about his unique songwriting approach during his appearance on Sway in the Morning. The Chicago rapper shares insights into his creative...