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Songwriter Connection

Dave Lenahan
Songwriting
Nashville
Country Music
Music Industry
Music City Mistletoe
Veterans
AI In Music
Sara Kelly
Music
The Beatles
JD Shelburne
Christmas
Allie Colleen
Creativity
AI In Music Industry
Indie Artists
CMA Fest
Songwriting With Soldiers
Women In Country Music
The Heels

Looking at the craft of songwriting through the eyes of the songwriters. Originating in Nashville Tennessee, we'll have guest songwriters talking about the stories behind the songs and playing their song too!

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This week on Songwriter Connection, I'm joined by singer-songwriter and The Voice Season 17 winner Jake Hoot. Jake's powerful voice and heartfelt songwriting have earned him a loyal fanbase and opened doors across the country music world.

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This week on Songwriter Connection, award-winning songwriter Marc-Alan Barnette joins us around the dining room table for a conversation packed with practical advice for aspiring songwriters and performers.

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This week on Songwriter Connection, we're joined by country music hitmaker Michael Peterson. From chart-topping success and standing ovations at the Grand Ole Opry to overcoming personal and professional challenges along the way, Michael's journey is... more

This week on Songwriter Connection, Dave welcomes Charlie Mangus of the Okie Music Collective for a conversation about one of the biggest challenges facing songwriters today: getting great songs heard by the people who can make a difference.

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Marc-Alan Barnette
Songwriter and songwriting coach who leads tours and co-writing sessions
Marc-Alan Barnette (solo artist/writer)
Episode: Marc-Alan Barnette- Tips, Tours and a Birthday - EP 270
Michael Peterson
Singer-songwriter and veteran advocate featured as the guest
Musician, StarVista release collaborator
Episode: Michael Peterson - The Great Exchange - Ep 269
Charlie Mangus
CEO and founder of The Okie Music Collective, Okie Muse
Okie Music Collective
Episode: Charlie Mangus - The Okie Music Collective - 268
Sarah Harralson
Singer, songwriter, producer, and podcast host
Self/Collaborations in Nashville
Episode: Sarah Harralson - Takin' A Walk With Sarah - Ep - 267
Emily Elgin
Singer-songwriter
Independent artist
Episode: Emily Elgin - Songs From Her Bones - Ep 266
Lillian Dyer
Young vocalist and Virtual Voices winner featured in the episode
Virtual Voices / Allie Torto team
Episode: Āelle and Friends - Shut Up Tammy!! - Ep 265
Megan Barker
Singer-songwriter and guest on this episode
Nashville Songwriter
Episode: Megan Barker -Life's A Roller Coaster Ride- Ep 264
Angus Gill
Australian country songwriter and artist based in Nashville, multi-instrumentalist, producer
Independent/Origin Music Publishing collaborator
Episode: Angus Gill - From Down Under to Music Row - Ep 263
Nicole Alexis
Nashville-based alt-indie artist, songwriter, producer
Self-employed/Indie Artist
Episode: Nicole Alexis - Mirrors and Smoke - Ep 262

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Dave Linehan
Host of The Songwriter Connection, guiding conversations and shaping episodes

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 395 ratings
  • A great way to get to know artists!

    Dave does a great job bringing some incredible artists on the show that I’ve never heard of. Very well done show! Good conversations. :) Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alex Sanfilippo | PodMatch.com
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Music Interviews!

    I have learned so much from Dave. He has great interviews and musical content. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichaelBoris1
    United States2 years ago
  • Superb Host, guests, and conversation.

    One of the few podcasts on the interweaves with any real substance. It's worth a listen☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David_LS@
    United States2 years ago
  • So rewarding

    I came here for Dave and was glad to find it was as insightful as I’d hoped. But the archives! What a goldmine! I'm so happy to have found this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JordanOviler
    United States2 years ago
  • New listener

    This podcast has helped me understand how to write a song much better. And for someone writing a musical, this has made writing songs and instrumental so much easier. A helpful podcast full of ideas that you didn’t know you needed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elena_ Lopez
    United States2 years ago

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High-quality interviews with strong storytelling and craft focus.
Guests bring practical songwriting and career insights.
Listeners praise the archive as a goldmine of ideas for songwriters.
Thoughtful, in-depth conversations with real artists.

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Charlie Mangus - The Okie Music Collective - 268
Q: How does the Backstage Pass work, and what makes it different from a standard DSP?
The Backstage Pass allows industry professionals to listen to demos without fear of being sued, thanks to a special licensing arrangement that protects the songwriter, and the platform emphasizes ownership of publishing and direct access to the industry rather than competing with DSPs like Spotify.
Charlie Mangus - The Okie Music Collective - 268
Q: Tell me all about this. How did Okie Music Collective come to be?
Okie Muse was born from observing how hard it is for writers to get heard and the high costs of traditional demos; the platform combines demo discovery with a controlled licensing model to connect songwriters directly with industry professionals and fans, while keeping publishing in the writers' hands.
Sarah Harralson - Takin' A Walk With Sarah - Ep - 267
Q: How did personal experiences shape your music and film projects?
Her life events, especially family dynamics and hometown roots, informed the themes of the EP and its accompanying short film, integrating personal storytelling with visual elements to create a cohesive narrative.
Sarah Harralson - Takin' A Walk With Sarah - Ep - 267
Q: How should new songwriters approach PROs and rights?
Register with a PRO like BMI or ASCAP, and ensure co-writers are properly registered with their own PROs and that publishing rights are correctly split with a written split sheet to avoid ownership disputes later.
Sarah Harralson - Takin' A Walk With Sarah - Ep - 267
Q: What's the most important thing they need to know on the business side?
Understand that you should not sign away everything for exposure; consult a lawyer to know what you're risking, and focus on protecting your rights, especially social media and creative control, while actively pursuing royalties and PRO registrations to monetize your work.

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What is Songwriter Connection about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show centered on the craft of songwriting, featuring candid conversations with songwriters and artists who discuss their writing process, collaboration dynamics, and the business side of music. Episodes blend personal storytelling with practical insights into co-writing, publishing, touring, and branding, often including live performances or acoustic moments. A standout aspect is the host's knack for guiding conversations that reveal both artistic craft and real-world industry realities, making it valuable for aspiring songwriters and music professionals who want actionable takeaways and inspiration from established practitioners.

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Recent guests on Songwriter Connection include:

1. Marc-Alan Barnette
2. Michael Peterson
3. Charlie Mangus
4. Sarah Harralson
5. Emily Elgin
6. Lillian Dyer
7. Megan Barker
8. Angus Gill

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