Write on Track: A Songwriting Podcast

I’m delighted to bring you my fabulous chat with Jason Kirkness. During our conversation, we talked about songs being the soundtracks to our lives, writing authentic music, not going into songwriting sessions with a specific genre in mind, releasing songs that were written years ago, and much more. It was a joy having Jason on the show, so I hope you love listening. Are you enjoying Write on Track...

I couldn’t be more excited to bring you a highly entertaining and genuine conversation with Emmet Stevens Jr. During our chat, we talked about our different music backgrounds, being authentic as songwriters, crafting lyrics and a melody that compliment each other, performing, not putting a deadline on creativity, expressing emotion in the studio, evolving as artists, and much more. It was a true d...

Artists grow and learn from project to project, and one of the biggest evolutions happens from writing and recording a debut album to a sophomore one. I’m delighted to share my fantastic conversation with Axel Flóvent about this evolution. During our conversation, we talked about how our songwriting processes changed between our first albums and our second, how we intentionally wrote music for the...

I’m delighted to bring you my fabulous chat with BOWEN YOUNG, a rising duo you should have your eye on. Clare and Brandon talk about how they met and started making music together, their songwriting process, what inspires their music, and more. We also cover the importance of recognizing songwriters, and Clare and Brandon share all about their album, Us. It was a joy having them on the show, so I...

The life of a songwriter is a roller coaster ride. From the highs to the lows, we have experiences that inspire our music and shape who we are. I’m so glad Amber Nadine returned to the show to have such a vulnerable and genuine conversation with me. The quote for this episode is by Winston Churchill: “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” During ou...

I couldn’t be more excited to share my fabulous conversation with songwriter and music therapist, Rebecca Lappa. During our chat, we talked about music therapy, the therapeutic aspect of songwriting, the songwriting process, finding the courage to release vulnerable music, being multi-genre artists, and more. Also, Rebecca unveiled the details about her single, “Deep Water.” It was a joy having Re...

I’m over the moon to share my insightful and honest conversation with Mira Goto, centering the vulnerable journey of a pop-country songwriter. During our chat, we talk about being pop-country artists, bringing our voices to the country genre, speaking our truths through music, finding the confidence and courage to be vulnerable in our songs, how being perfect all the time isn’t realistic, the impo...

I’m beyond delighted to share my fabulous chat with rising country music star and songwriter, Allie Colleen. Along with unveiling her songwriting process, Allie talks about her debut album, Stones, her fun single, “Halos and Horns,” and her vulnerable single featuring Lee Brice, “While We’re Still Friends.” She also shares her experience shooting the “While We’re Still Friends” music video, plans...

I’m over the moon to share my fabulous conversation with Helena Hallberg on the heels of the release of her debut album, Epithet. During our chat, Helena shares how being multicultural influences her songwriting, her process as a songwriter and while creating the album, what it was like recording with an all female production team, her favorite memory from the studio, advice for songwriters, and m...

Wow, I couldn’t feel more honored to share such an inspiring and moving conversation with Heather Hill. This is a very special one on healing through music. Chatting with Heather and hearing about her stunning album, Twilight Mist, has opened my mind and heart. Our conversation truly speaks for itself, so please, give this one a listen and enjoy every moment. Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do yo...

Taking the leap into releasing music comes with a rollercoaster ride of emotions and experiences. I’m excited to share my conversation with Jenna Kellogg surrounding the journey to becoming a recording artist. We talk about embracing learning experiences, developing a songwriting process, the stress that comes with being a songwriter, collaborating with others, finding the right producer, gaining...

I’m so excited to share such a meaningful conversation with Jack Francis about releasing a sophomore album in today’s music landscape. Jack talks about his songwriting process, touring, and his upcoming album, Early Retirement. Also, we dive deep into the evolution from a debut to a sophomore album and what it’s like being an artist in the music industry today. I had a blast chatting with Jack, so...

It’s time to hit the road! Ahead of her UK tour, Kirstie Kraus joined me on the show for a wonderful and insightful chat about touring. During our conversation, Kirstie talks about memories from her first live performances, finding musicians for a band, her transition into playing acoustic shows, the flexibility of performing acoustic, her rehearsal process, the importance of efficiency, planning...

I’m truly delighted to bring you an outstanding chat with Queeva, from songwriting to the spotlight. During our conversation, Queeva shares how she got into songwriting and her process, her passion for giving back through music, the details about her single, “Be So Lucky,” her experience opening for Hunter Hayes on tour, and more. Also, she unveils the interesting story behind her stage name. It w...

This one is for the perfectionists out there. It’s crucial to overcome the perfectionist mindset in order to find any level of success as a songwriter. I’m over the moon to share an outstanding chat with Connor Frost centering songwriting and perfectionism. The quote for this episode is by Adam Osbourne: “The most valuable thing you can make is a mistake. You can’t learn anything from being perfec...

Having a support system as an artist is crucial, from celebrating successes with others to knowing you’re never alone and beyond. I’m delighted to share my chat with Kate Harding all about this topic, especially since Kate is only beginning her songwriting adventure. The quote for this episode is by Roger Waters: “There is no us and them. It’s an illusion. We are all human beings, and we all have...

Did someone say butterflies? That’s right, songwriters are just like butterflies in many ways, and I’m over the moon to welcome Andrew Dean onto the show for an outstanding conversation about the metamorphosis of a songwriter. The quote for this episode is by Drew Barrymore: “I’ve always loved butterflies, because they remind us that it’s never too late to transform ourselves.” During our chat, An...

I’m beyond excited to welcome the Just Imagines onto the show for an insightful conversation all about duo life. During our chat, Tyler and Carina share how they met, the story behind their stage name, their collaborative writing and recording processes, their vision for creating music videos, how they divide tasks as a duo, their goal to perform more and favorite songs to play live, career highli...

Country music has become popular worldwide, since at the heart of this genre is authenticity rooted in emotions and experiences. I’m over the moon to welcome Allie Jean onto the show for an outstanding conversation centering the rising country music scene in Australia. The quote for this episode is by Taylor Swift: “My definition of country music is really pretty simple. It’s when someone sings ab...

I’m excited to share my conversation with Annie Dressner surrounding music and photography. During our chat, Annie unveils her background being a songwriter and photographer, a parallel she draws between songs and pictures, her appreciation for art in general, how she documents touring through photography, her songwriting process, inspiration for her music, writing both autobiographical songs and...

As songwriters, collaboration is a key part of what we do, including co-writing with others. Whether we’re co-writing or crafting songs on our own, we’re always drawing on our skills and approaching the songwriting process from various perspectives. I’m delighted to share an outstanding conversation with Rebecca Richards about the differences between collaborating and writing solo. The quote for t...

It’s 2024, which means new conversations are coming your way. Kicking off another year of the show, I’m over the moon to share a fascinating chat with Katherine Taylor, who is a talented music journalist. During our conversation, we talk about how Katherine got started as a music journalist, the reality that successful people in the music industry are just like everyone else, getting nervous befor...

Wow, I can’t believe another year is coming to an end. It’s been a magical one, and I’m over the moon to share a fantastic conversation to tie the bow on this year of Write on Track. Robbie Harte is back for round two for a chat about giving back, which is a wonderful topic to discuss as we get ready to ring in 2024. The quote for this episode is by Dolly Parton: “If you see someone without a smil...

I couldn’t be more excited to welcome an extra special guest onto the show. Sophia Elliott has played live percussion on several of my songs, and now, I’m delighted to share an outstanding conversation with her about what it’s like being a female percussionist. The quote for this episode is by Evelyn Glennie: “Percussion is the most adaptable family of instruments. The biggest challenge is to proj...

I’m delighted to bring you an outstanding conversation with Kevin Smithers, who is a talented songwriter and composer for film and television. During our chat, Kevin shares what drew him to pursue a music career in film and TV, his approaches as a songwriter and composer working in animation, the collaborative aspect of his work, developing skills for shifting between various musical styles for di...