Songs You Know with Toby Gad

Mikkel Erikson is one half of the legendary production duo, Stargate. The duo are behind hits like Rihanna’s 'Only Girl in the World', Katy Perry's 'Firework' and Ne-Yo’s 'So Sick', as well as producing tracks for Beyoncé, Wiz Khalifa and Coldplay.  From Mikkel’s journey growing up on the quiet coast in Norway to relocating to New York in the early 2000s, Mikkel shares Stargate's creative pro...

One of the most prolific names in the music industry, Billy Mann has worked with P!nk & David Guetta, to just name a few. From a struggling artist to an award-winning songwriter, producer, and music executive, Billy Mann's story is one of determination and hard work. Delving deep into the business behind music, Billy reveals the untold stories behind hit songs, how the industry has revolutioni...

From producing tracks for artists like Troye Sivan, Kesha and Charli XCX to teaching high school students in Baltimore, Zhone's rise to success is one of risk, reinvention and relentless creativity. Zhone delves deep into how using magic mushrooms changed his life, breaks down how he made 'Rush', reveals the unexpected connection between Celtic harps and hefty club beats and how he ended up produc...

Lindy Robbins is one of the most successful songwriters in pop music, writing massive hits like Demi Lovato’s 'Skyscraper', One Direction’s 'Summer Love', and Jason Derulo’s 'Want to Want Me'. From her early days of struggling to break into the industry to how 'Skyscraper' almost didn't happen and why 'A Year Without Rain' was written, Lindy Robbins reveals all.  Lindy shares her creative pro...

Singer, songwriter, actress, mentor and mother, Pixie Lott opens up about the highs and lows of fame. From her early days as a teenage pop sensation to her journey of self-discovery, she talks about the stories behind her biggest hits and why it took 10 years to release a new album. Pixie reveals the magic of songwriting, the lessons she's learned from the music industry, and her dedication to men...

An acclaimed Broadway and West End performer, singer, songwriter and two-time Olivier Award nominee, Marisha Wallace has starred in major productions like Dreamgirls, Aladdin, Hairspray, Oklahoma!, Guys and Dolls, and The Book of Mormon. Originally from a small town in North Carolina, Marisha’s powerhouse vocals and undeniable stage presence have made her a force in musical theater, touring with S...

From headlining stages worldwide to working with legends like Michael Bublé, Andrea Bocelli and David Foster, Loren Allred is the powerhouse vocalist behind The Greatest Showman's 'Never Enough' and a successful songwriter. After being rejected from American Idol at 18 and then being coached by Adam Levine on The Voice in 2012, Loren earned her comeback in the music industry. Cast as the singing v...

Writing chart toppers like Madonna's 'Like a Virgin', Cyndi Lauper's 'True Colours', Whitney Houston's 'So Emotional' and The Bangles 'Eternal Flame', Billy is behind some of the biggest hits in music's history.  As a Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Billy shares his incredible behind-the-scenes stories, what it's really like working with music legends, the creative process behind writing m...

Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, and frontman of MAGIC!, Nasri shares his journey from being an aspiring artist to writing 'Rude', Justin Bieber's 'As Long As You Love me', Chris Brown's 'Crawl', as well as writing for Pitbull and John Legend to name just a few! Nasri dives deep into being a young R&B singer-songwriter from Canada to writing chart-topping hits, crafting MAGIC!’s signature...

From leading the Oscars, Grammys, Super Bowl, and American Idol to working with Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Prince, and Stevie Wonder, Emmy-winning music director, composer, and producer Rickey Minor reveals the unforgettable stories of success. Rickey talks about how he shaped some of music’s most iconic performances, the lessons he’s learned from legends, and the power of just 12 notes. With decad...

Viral sensation and multi-talented artist Johnny Orlando, winner of four consecutive MTV Awards for Best Canadian Act, shares the inside story of his career. Starting with YouTube covers recorded on a laptop, Johnny quickly rose to stardom with millions of fans worldwide.  Johnny shares his journey from viral success to headlining global tours, navigating the music industry and releasing emot...

One of the most decorated names in music, Justin Tranter is a multi-platinum songwriter, singer and activist. From working with Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez and Britney Spears to Linkin Park, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato, Justin shares how their personal experiences and bold collaborations shaped their iconic career.  Justin reveals how they were dropped from four record deals befo...

Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter Lauren Christy, known for producing hits with Avril Lavigne, Dua Lipa and Korn, talks about what it's like working with the world's biggest artists and how she became a member of the iconic songwriting trio The Matrix.  Steeped in Grammy nominations and selling millions of records worldwide, Lauren reveals the secrets behind writing global chart-topper...

Global superstar Aloe Blacc tells us his side of the stories, from how he sang Avicii's 'Wake Me Up', to his solo success of 'I Need a Dollar' and 'The Man'.  With multiple Grammy nominations, Aloe reveals the advice Quincy Jones gave him, how he becomes inspired and what it's really like working with Elton John and Dr Dre.  Aside from his music, Aloe delves deep into his passion fo...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/-9OHRYmNx_0?si=3C2eQhT4QeOxPWp_ John Shanks and Toby Gad reflect on their joint experiences working on X Factor with Simon Cowell for the US version of the series. Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g John Shanks links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_shanks/ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49yMQ5G FOLLOW ► I...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/junq5ta7Cjg?si=3sDGIvB4IpZyerkZ Josh Groban talks about his most embarrassing moments, including him burping on stage and a woman touching his leg whilst performing.  Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g Josh Groban links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshgroban/ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3OZSZOs FOL...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/L6A01CPl-rg?si=ab2vMaHySNMnc2Ue Greg Wells talks about how he produced OneRepublic's 'Apologize' and how he worked with Ryan Tedder to convince the band to finish it.  Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g Greg Wells links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sirgregwells/ FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://www.ins...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/SBLDqiSOrPg?si=uRd8-wB6_IKB5h7i Delilah Montagu has won 2x Grammys in her career so far. Here she talks about what it's like working with David Guetta and Black Coffee. Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g Delilah Montagu links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delilahmontagu/ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3COpOe...

In our first season of the podcast, we've had guests from Josh Groban, to Victoria Justice, Delilah Montagu and more. This fun segment is where guests try to work out which song Toby is playing from just a few notes. play along at home, and let us know in the comments how many you get right! Find the full episodes wherever you listen to your podcasts. FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/8MXCnfXS5HU?si=GTq_7yw4bNjD3wiC Eg White reveals the secrets of working with Adele, and how he ended up writing Chasing Pavements with Adele before she had reached her peak of fame. Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3YQsO1l FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/songsyouknowpodcast/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/SBLDqiSOrPg?si=uRd8-wB6_IKB5h7i Toby Gad discusses his most embarrassing moments in the music industry. Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g Delilah Montagu links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delilahmontagu/ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3COpOeD FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/songsyouknowpodca...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/junq5ta7Cjg?si=3sDGIvB4IpZyerkZ Josh Groban tells the story of how destiny led to him recording his hit song "Raise Me Up", and how David Foster and Celine Dion worked together to put Josh on the map at just 16 years old. Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g Josh Groban links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/L6A01CPl-rg?si=ab2vMaHySNMnc2Ue Among so many other wild projects, Greg Wells is the music producer for 2024's history-making, record-breaking blockbuster movie Wicked. In our conversation, Greg takes us through his daily routine whilst working on the hit musical, and he managed to get it finished over a 2-year period. Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/-9OHRYmNx_0?si=3C2eQhT4QeOxPWp_ John Shanks talks about how he helped write Take That's 'Patience' with Gary Barlow. Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g John Shanks links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john_shanks/ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49yMQ5G FOLLOW ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/songsyoukno...

Full conversation: https://youtu.be/HTiT_7t65Ok?si=nxbUGZ-pmxdorHJ4 Victoria Justice talks about Victorious and how her acting career began, how she met Dan Schneider, her time on Nickelodeon and what films she wants to act in.  Listen on: Apple podcast - https://apple.co/3UX4VnF Spotify - https://spoti.fi/40Uul9g Victoria Justice links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/victoriajustice/ S...