Sodajerker On Songwriting

Sodajerker On Songwriting is a programme devoted to the art and craft of songwriting. The show, created and hosted by the UK songwriting team Sodajerker, features interviews with some of the most successful songwriters and musicians in the world.

Episode 275 - Snow Patrol 10/19/2024

Episode 275 - Snow Patrol Gary Lightbody and Johnny McDaid discuss the creative process behind the band's new record The Forest is the Path, which ventures into new territories musically and lyrically. The pair talk about the influence of literary greats like Seamus Heaney, their collaboration with producer Fraser T. Smith, and the liberating experience of writing music without constraints. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/33523872

Episode 274 - Matthew Caws 09/29/2024

Episode 274 - Matthew Caws Matthew Caws talks about the band's latest record Moon Mirror and his songwriting process through the years. The singer and guitarist shares his routine of writing before his inner critic wakes up, how recording ‘fictionalises’ an idea, the importance of small moments of encouragement and validation, and the musical epiphanies he experienced growing up in New York. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/33249772

Episode 273 - Kate Nash 09/15/2024

Episode 273 - Kate Nash discusses her latest record 9 Sad Symphonies and the challenges of being a creative artist in the contemporary music industries. Among other insights, the singer-songwriter and actress talks about the importance of mental health, the power of meaningful collaboration, and her unlikely friendship with actor Danny Dyer. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/33059572

Episode 272 - Will Young 08/24/2024

Episode 272 - Will Young tells Simon and Brian about the writing of his new record Light It Up and the various collaborations that made it possible. In this lively conversation, the singer-songwriter, actor and writer reveals that he doesn't always need to have an emotional connection to his material in order to do justice to it, and explains why it's essential to enjoy the creative process. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/32725017

Episode 271 - Bat for Lashes 08/15/2024

Episode 271 - Bat for Lashes (aka Natasha Khan) joins Sodajerker for a conversation about her absorbing new record The Dream of Delphi, which deals with the experience of becoming a mother during the pandemic. The multi-disciplinary artist discusses her approach to composition through improvisation, how she relates creatively to her environment, and the inspiration she draws from the movies of the 1980s. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/32589877

Episode 270 - Sheryl Crow 07/24/2024

Episode 270 - Sheryl Crow sits down with Simon and Brian in London to discuss her latest record Evolution and her timeless catalogue of hits. The nine-time Grammy winner reflects on the influence of her musical parents, how social issues find their way into her songs, and the power of writing on the back porch. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/32276817

Episode 269 - Camila Cabello 07/05/2024

Episode 269 - Camila Cabello Pop superstar tells Simon and Brian about the writing of her new record C,XOXO. The singer and songwriter discusses the creation of a provocative alter ego for the album, writing with Auto-Tune, collaborating with featured guests like Drake, Playboi Carti and Lil Nas X, and situating her work within the vibrant culture of Miami. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/32012042

Episode 268 - Richard Thompson 06/22/2024

Episode 268 - Richard Thompson Folk-rock pioneer and guitar maestro joins Sodajerker to discuss the artistic process behind his excellent new record Ship to Shore. In this in-depth conversation, the guitar slinging virtuoso talks about making efficient creative decisions, reliving the old songs on stage, and sharing his musical knowledge through his songwriting camp. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/31847222

Episode 267 - The Lemon Twigs 05/27/2024

Episode 267 - The Lemon Twigs Brian and Michael D'Addario of chat with Sodajerker about writing and producing their new record A Dream Is All We Know. The multi-talented brothers describe the challenges of working together, the art of recording on tape, and avoiding 'demo-itis'. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/31478372

Episode 266 - Kings of Leon 05/17/2024

Episode 266 - Kings of Leon Caleb and Jared Followill talk about the writing of the band's new record Can We Please Have Fun and their creative process. In this wide-ranging conversation, the brothers discuss such topics as journalling, working intuitively, making accessible music, and being songwriting vampires. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/31353577

Episode 265 - The Zutons 05/12/2024

Episode 265 - The Zutons Dave McCabe and Sean Payne discuss the writing process behind superb new record The Big Decider. This vibrant conversation delves into the band's unique sound, the blending of production work from Nile Rodgers and Ian Broudie, and the innovative lyrical techniques behind their triumphant return. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/31251372

Episode 264 - Sean O'Hagan 04/26/2024

Episode 264 - Sean O'Hagan The wonderful joins us to chat about the new High Llamas record Hey Panda, and his songwriting process. The acclaimed artist, producer, and arranger explores a wealth of topics including his formative work in beloved Irish band Microdisney, writing about his own life and experiences, and his insatiable appetite for new music. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/30999803

Episode 263 - Gossip 03/29/2024

Episode 263 - Gossip Beth Ditto and Nathan 'Brace Paine' Howdeshell discuss the creative process behind their excellent new record Real Power. The pair reflect on their near telepathic musical relationship, the ethereal mysteries of songwriting, and collaborating with the great Rick Rubin. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/30595648

Episode 262 - Brittany Howard 02/28/2024

Episode 262 - Brittany Howard talks with Simon and Brian about her arresting new record What Now and how she approaches songwriting. The singer and guitarist discusses taking risks in the studio, experimenting with rhythm, and her encounters with the legendary Prince. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/30149563

Episode 261 - Sleater-Kinney 02/08/2024

Episode 261 - Sleater-Kinney Corin Tucker and Carrie Brownstein of join Sodajerker to discuss their fantastic new record Little Rope and their songwriting process. The influential duo talk about song structure and arranging, their strange guitar tunings, and collaborating with producers like John Congleton and Annie Clark. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/29855433

Episode 260 - Bill Ryder-Jones 01/18/2024

Episode 260 - Bill Ryder-Jones Singer-songwriter and producer joins Sodajerker from his West Kirby studio to discuss his new record Iechyd Da, and his creative process. The Merseyside-based artist also talks about collaborating with the likes of Mick Head, taking lyrical inspiration from TV’s Eurotrash, and writing bad songs in his sleep. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/29543078

Episode 259 - Feist 12/22/2023

Episode 259 - Feist Leslie joins Simon and Brian to discuss her songwriting process and recent record Multitudes. The award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter talks about taking part in a 'Song-A-Day' challenge, bypassing judgement when writing, and how she has developed songs through live performance. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/29200798

Episode 258 - Thomas Walsh 11/30/2023

Episode 258 - Thomas Walsh Thomas Walsh of Pugwash and The Duckworth Lewis Method joins Sodajerker to discuss his new album The Rest is History and his songwriting process. In this in-depth conversation, the Irish power pop legend talks about his origins in music, his collaborations with The Divine Comedy's Neil Hannon, and his reverence for his musical heroes like Michael Penn and Jeff Lynne. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/28861428

Episode 257 - Eric Cantona 10/27/2023

Episode 257 - Eric Cantona Eric Cantona joins Simon and Brian to discuss his new EP I'll Make My Own Heaven, and his songwriting process. The actor, artist and former footballer talks about his need to express himself, using mistakes to create better moments, and how to rely on instinct. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/28442735

Episode 256 - Wayne Coyne 10/07/2023

Episode 256 - Wayne Coyne Wayne Coyne of chats with Simon and Brian about the band's classic album Yoshimi Battles The Pink Robots and his songwriting process. The veteran artist talks about the writing of beloved tracks like 'Do You Realize??', working intuitively, and responding with pure emotion to song ideas. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/28252865

Episode 255 - Kevin Rowland 08/31/2023

Episode 255 - Kevin Rowland Kevin Rowland joins Simon and Brian to discuss his creative process and the writing of the new record The Feminine Divine. The acclaimed singer and songwriter talks about where inspiration comes from, the importance of trust when co-writing, and why he likes to write notes on his lyric sheets. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/27902253

Episode 254 - Stephen Duffy 08/16/2023

Episode 254 - Stephen Duffy Simon and Brian are joined by beloved singer-songwriter to discuss writing the new Lilac Time record Dance Till All The Stars Come Down and much more besides. Stephen touches on a range of subjects including the influence of W. H. Auden, how therapy changed his writing style, and his collaborations with artists like Steven Page and Robbie Williams. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/27768717

Episode 253 - Damon Albarn 07/28/2023

Episode 253 - Damon Albarn Damon Albarn welcomes Sodajerker to his London studio to chat about the creative process behind the new record The Ballad of Darren. Among other topics, the singer-songwriter and composer talks about his working routines with Blur and Gorillaz, writing about real life experiences, and his love for the city of Liverpool. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/27590976

Episode 252 - Lloyd Cole 07/13/2023

Episode 252 - Lloyd Cole joins Simon and Brian to discuss his songwriting and the creative process behind his new record On Pain. The former Commotions frontman reflects on new collaborations with his old bandmates, the influence of David Bowie, and his ongoing quest to experiment and evolve. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/27456876

Episode 251 - Jenny Lewis 06/16/2023

Episode 251 - Jenny Lewis chats to Sodajerker about her current record Joy'All and her songwriting process. Among other insights, the musician and actress talks about attending a songwriting group hosted by Beck, recording with Ringo Starr, and her work with Rilo Kiley. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/27167799

Episode 250 - Mick Hucknall 05/31/2023

Episode 250 - Mick Hucknall Simply Red's joins Simon and Brian for a special 250th episode covering his new record Time and his work through the years. The celebrated frontman speaks candidly about his career as a songwriter, his collaborations with Motown legend Lamont Dozier, and the stories behind classic hits like 'Holding Back The Years' and 'Something Got Me Started'. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/26999193

Episode 249 - Theo Katzman 05/21/2023

Episode 249 - Theo Katzman discusses his amazing album Be The Wheel and his philosophies as a songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist. The Vulfpeck member shares a range of ideas about music including the influence of jazz standards, capturing real performances on record, and why AI is no problem if we just focus on our humanity. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/26904099

Episode 248 - Jessie Ware 04/28/2023

Episode 248 - Jessie Ware chats with Sodajerker about her new album That! Feels Good! and her approach to songwriting. The singer, songwriter and podcaster talks about wearing lots of different hats creatively, the challenges of co-writing, and past collaborations with Benny Blanco, Ed Sheeran and Julia Michaels. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/26681802

Episode 247 - David Paich 04/07/2023

Episode 247 - David Paich David Paich sits down with Simon and Brian to talk about his songwriting process, his recent solo debut Forgotten Toys, and his classic hits with . The legendary songwriter, keyboardist and session musician discusses his early musical life, the influence of his father, and collaborations with Boz Scaggs, David Foster and more. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/26475627

Episode 246 - Tim Burgess 03/10/2023

Episode 246 - Tim Burgess The delightful joins us to discuss his songwriting process, both solo and with The Charlatans. The singer-songwriter, author, and Twitter legend talks about writing in white rooms, hitting hot streaks, and the joy of sharing music through his listening parties. /episode/index/show/sodajerker/id/26188542

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