In Their Own Words : Songwriters Talk about the Creative Process

DeMain, Bill

ISBN 10: 0275984028 / ISBN 13: 9780275984021

Published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA, 2004

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Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: In Their Own Words : Songwriters Talk about the Creative Process
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
• Publication Date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0275984028
• ISBN 13: 9780275984021
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Weight: 1.113 pounds

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Synopsis

The interviews included in this fascinating collection of discussions with popular songwriters focus on the craft itself―and as such, they are of interest to both music fans and to budding songwriters. What inspires songwriters? Where do their songs come from? What is their process? What do they do when they get stuck? In this book, readers will hear from a vast range of well-known, successful songwriters, many of them performers as well, revealing the nuances of their skill: how they write their songs, from conception to finished work. The book discusses both song history and style. The songs discussed have defined eras and culture.

Full of trivia, wisdom, and fascinating revelations from such figures as Tori Amos, Burt Bacharach, David Bowie, Sarah McLachlan, Billy Joel, and John Mayer, In Their Own Words shines a light on what is often and inherently lonely craft. It gives readers a glimpse into a mysterious process and offes rising songwriters a wealth of advice from those who have spent decades successfully sharing their work with the public.

About the Author

BILL DEMAIN is the author of The Sterling Huck Letters and Behind the Muse: Pop and Rock's Greatest Songwriters Talk About Their Work and Inspiration. As a music journalist, he has written for such publications as MOJO, Entertainment Weekly, and Performing Songwriter.