American Songwriter

The Writer’s Block: Eddie Schwartz on Writing Pat Benatar’s “Hit Me With Your Best Shot,” Burning Out, Then Releasing His First Album in 30 Years

"They encouraged me to write again," said Schwartz of his songwriting hiatus, "and now that I'm writing again, they created a monster." ...

What your music says about your political views: Conservatives like metal, left-wingers choose folk

Is your favourite band Metallica, or do you prefer the dulcet tones of Mumford & Sons? According to a new study, your answer ...