Category Archives for "Entertainment Interviews"
December 30, 2011
Jimmy Jam – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: What advice do you have for new artists? Jimmy Jam: I’m a big fan of collaboration. I’ve been with my writing partner Terry Lewis for 30 years. I really like the idea of having someone to bounce ideas off of and having someone there to inspire you. I would strongly suggest finding people […]
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December 30, 2011
Songwriters Hall of Fame Dwight Yoakum – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: Dwight, what do you think of tonight’s festivities? Dwight Yoakum: Well, I’m very excited to be here and happy to be here honoring all of these songwriters but, in my case, specifically Leon Russell. MR: What’s your favorite song of his? DY: I would have to say, “Superstar.” I’ve always loved it. I […]
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December 30, 2011
Songwriters Hall of Fame Allen Toussaint – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: It’s nice to acknowledge new and fresh songwriting talent, huh. Allen Toussaint: It’s so easy in this industry to live your whole life and never be noticed. MR: What’s it like when you hear your songs being performed today? AT: Well, when I hear my songs performed on TV or anywhere, it’s a […]
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December 30, 2011
Songwriters Hall of Fame Skylar Grey – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: So, what’s the Skylar Grey story? Skylar Grey: I’ve been writing and singing my whole life. I started performing professionally when I was six. During my first piano recital, I even did an original song, so I’ve always been writing. So, when I moved out to Los Angeles and I began working with […]
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December 30, 2011
Songwriters Hall of Fame Garth Brooks – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: What is your advice to new artists? Garth Brooks: Well, support your songwriter for sure, and bust your ass whenever you can. For new artists, it’s hard to say. Songwriters these days are finding new ways to make their money and stay above water. It used to all depend on record sales, and […]
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December 30, 2011
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PBS Gary US Bonds – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: What’s your advice for new artists? Gary US Bonds: One piece of advice I would give is that you have to have fun. Don’t take anything too seriously. But if you do take it seriously and you want to make money, the best advice I can give would be to seek legal representation […]
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December 30, 2011
Songwriters Hall Of Fame Hal David – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: How does it feel to be receiving your Visionary Leadership award tonight? Hal David: It’s exciting. It’s the first award that I’ve gotten that has nothing to do with my writing. This one is for my leadership, and I’m very flattered. MR: What advice do you have for new writers? HD: Just keep […]
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December 30, 2011
Songwriters Hall of Fame Alexa Ray Joel – HuffPost 12.30.11
Mike Ragogna: How does it feel to be here tonight? Alexa Ray Joel: I’m just really proud of my dad. My dad and I are very close, we’re really good friends. I’m happy he has a date for the night. (laughs) I’m always trying to get him to come into the city because he’s only […]
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