Songwriter Connection

Songwriter Connection host Dave Linehan interviews Scott Clay about experimental Americana, Seattle influences, and the 2024 record Let It All Lay Bare.

Songwriter Connection host Dave Linehan interviews Gracie Calvinesso with co-writers Scott Barrier and Shannon Bassoni about combining songwriting, yoga, vocal training, and faith.

Host Dave Linehan of the Songwriter Connection interviews Kimberly Dawn, a Canadian-born singer-songwriter known as the Coastal Cowgirl who splits her time between Los Angeles and Nashville.

Host Dave Linehan interviews 18-year-old country songwriter and artist Jadynce Jean about her early start in music, performing experiences, and journey in Nashville.

Host Dave Linehan interviews Kelsey Hart, a Curb Records artist recently named a New Faces Artist for 2026, discussing her reaction to the honor and her perspective on the country music industry.

Host Dave Linehan interviews rising country artist Chandler Marie about her music career, including her Josie Award nominations, CMA Fest performance, and new song releases.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriter Mark Taylor about his signature whiskey brand, Steel String Signature, and how it represents personal success in the music industry.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriter Sean Turk McNamara about his music and the stories behind his songs.

Host Dave Linehan introduces a songwriter night concept and welcomes guest Elliot Boo, reminiscing about past performances and family moments.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriters about the stories behind their songs, with live performances and insights into the songwriting craft.

Host Dave Lenahan continues a conversation with songwriter Trey Ackerman about using AI as a tool to streamline music production and reduce drudgery.

Host Dave Linehan discusses AI's impact on the music industry with guest Trey Ackerman, sharing personal updates and promoting a live show.

Host Dave Linehan interviews award-winning songwriter Bandana Cheyenne about her hit songs and creative process.

Host Dave Lenahan introduces the podcast and discusses a new music competition show before introducing the guest, a singer-songwriter who shares her background.

Host Dave Lenahan interviews trop rock songwriter Jeff Dayton about his career and the craft of songwriting.

Host Dave Linehan interviews Grammy-nominated songwriter Jeff Batson about his career, songwriting process, and experiences in Nashville.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriter Shane Stilwell about his unique name and background, setting up a conversation about songwriting craft.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriters about the stories behind their songs, featuring live performances and discussion of the songwriting craft.

Host Dave Linehan introduces a live episode at The Local in Nashville, thanking the venue and videographer, setting up interviews with guest songwriters.

Songwriter Connection host Dave Linehan interviews Shantell Ogden about writing and executive-producing Music City Mistletoe, a Christmas film released to streaming on November 25.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriter Bobby Shetwood about his collaboration with Jason Mraz and the story behind a song.

Host Dave Linehan interviews twin songwriters Kelly and Sarah about their journey to Nashville and their songwriting process.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriters Ryan Neely and Caitlin Quisenberry of the duo The Wanderies about their backgrounds and songwriting process.

Host Dave Linehan interviews veteran broadcaster and songwriter Stephen Clark about his career transition from TV news to music and the stories behind his songs.

Dave Lenahan opens Songwriter Connection with Dave’s Highway, a sibling trio from Southaven, Mississippi, and quickly centers the conversation on their “blood harmony.” The group explains that they lived in 18 different houses before Nashville, sang the national anthem at Memphis Grizzlies and Red Birds games, and once traveled in a tricked-out GMC Savannah with a TV and PlayStation.

Host Dave Linehan introduces the podcast, discusses finding a songwriting community, and shares his own start with NSAI, setting up an episode about building a songwriter tribe.

This episode features Mike Carrado, a Marine-turned-songwriter, discussing his journey from military service at Camp Lejeune to creating music amidst war and reuniting with fellow Marine musicians.

Host Dave Lenahan introduces guest Tyra Madison on the Songwriter Connection podcast to discuss her career and songwriting, starting with a new creative prompt.

Host Dave Linehan introduces a live episode from The Local in Nashville featuring songwriter Chris Wallin, celebrating the podcast's milestone of over 2.2 million downloads.

Host Dave Lenahan interviews songwriter Steve Trudell about his creative process and stories behind his songs, celebrating two million streams.

Host Dave Linehan introduces and interviews singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kiersi Joli, focusing on her harmonica skills and songwriting journey.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriter KC Johns about her unique blend of rodeo and rock influences, discussing her background and creative process.

Host Dave Linehan interviews songwriters about the stories behind their songs, featuring live performances and discussion of the songwriting craft.

The host shares personal experiences from Nashville's music scene and announces plans to potentially transform the podcast into a live video format from a local venue.