On Songwriting

Every Thursday
21 February - 6 March
2303 - 2330

Listen to the world's greatest songwriters talk about their trade.

This three-part series brings together a trio of songwriters, from very different musical genres, to talk about what inspires them, how they wrote their most famous songs and what advice they have for people beginning their songwriting careers.

Programme Three: Nile Rodgers

This programme contains strong language which some listeners may find offensive

Mark Hagen meets the soul music genius behind Chic, and Nile unlocks the secrets behind some of Chic's most memorable songs, including Le Freak and Good Times


Programme Two: Leonard Cohen

Mark Ellen interviews the reclusive Canadian Leonard Cohen, who gives a rare insight into his working methods, including a rare peek into his ideas notebook.


Programme One: Patti Smith

Thirty years after she burst onto the scene with her 1975 album Horses, Patti Smith remains a vital artistic voice.

Mark Hagen chats to Patti about her writing, collaborating with Bruce Springsteen and what makes a really great song