Songs You Know with Toby Gad
Welcome to Songs You Know, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the songs you love, hosted by legendary hitmaker Toby Gad. Known for unforgettable hits like John Legend’s "All of Me" and Beyoncé’s "If I Were a Boy," Toby invites some of the most talented and influential voices in music to share their stories. Each week, Toby sits down with incredible guests — artists, songwriters, and producers who’ve shaped the soundtrack of our lives. From Josh Groban and Victoria Justice to Bon Jovi’s John Shanks, Songs You Know offers intimate conversations with the creators behind iconic hits, revealing the untold stories and inspiration behind each track. If you want a deeper look at the music you know from the people who made it possible, listen to Songs You Know for new episodes every week. We can’t wait for you to join us on this journey! IG: @songsyouknowpodcast TT: @songsyouknowpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
From playing in death metal bands to producing dance hits like “Man in Finance” and “Wellerman”, Billen Ted delve into their creative process, their experiences working with artists such as Anne-Marie and Jess Glynne and what it takes to go viral every single time.
They also share their thoughts on the evolution of dance music, how TikTok has completely changed how we consume music and what DJ's actually do.
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One of the world's biggest producers, Jeff Gitty is behind the global hits by Hozier, Beyoncé, Mac Miller, Jelly Roll, Teddy Swims and many, many more.
From Gitty's exploration of musical truth and vulnerability to his experiences working with some of the biggest names in the industry, Jeff shares how he crafts compelling songs. Jeff also gives his insight into the art of improvisation, the power of simplicity, and his philosoph...
Mikkel Erikson is one half of the legendary production duo, Stargate. The duo are behind hits like Rihanna’s 'Only Girl in the World', Katy Perry's 'Firework' and Ne-Yo’s 'So Sick', as well as producing tracks for Beyoncé, Wiz Khalifa and Coldplay.
From Mikkel’s journey growing up on the quiet coast in Norway to relocating to New York in the early 2000s, Mikkel shares Stargate's creative process and how they shaped anthems...
One of the most prolific names in the music industry, Billy Mann has worked with P!nk & David Guetta, to just name a few. From a struggling artist to an award-winning songwriter, producer, and music executive, Billy Mann's story is one of determination and hard work.
Delving deep into the business behind music, Billy reveals the untold stories behind hit songs, how the industry has revolutionised in the last 50 years and wha...
From producing tracks for artists like Troye Sivan, Kesha and Charli XCX to teaching high school students in Baltimore, Zhone's rise to success is one of risk, reinvention and relentless creativity. Zhone delves deep into how using magic mushrooms changed his life, breaks down how he made 'Rush', reveals the unexpected connection between Celtic harps and hefty club beats and how he ended up producing dance-pop anthems in LA.
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Lindy Robbins is one of the most successful songwriters in pop music, writing massive hits like Demi Lovato’s 'Skyscraper', One Direction’s 'Summer Love', and Jason Derulo’s 'Want to Want Me'. From her early days of struggling to break into the industry to how 'Skyscraper' almost didn't happen and why 'A Year Without Rain' was written, Lindy Robbins reveals all.
Lindy shares her creative process of how she writes songs in ...
Singer, songwriter, actress, mentor and mother, Pixie Lott opens up about the highs and lows of fame. From her early days as a teenage pop sensation to her journey of self-discovery, she talks about the stories behind her biggest hits and why it took 10 years to release a new album.
Pixie reveals the magic of songwriting, the lessons she's learned from the music industry, and her dedication to mentoring young artists. She also d...
An acclaimed Broadway and West End performer, singer, songwriter and two-time Olivier Award nominee, Marisha Wallace has starred in major productions like Dreamgirls, Aladdin, Hairspray, Oklahoma!, Guys and Dolls, and The Book of Mormon.
Originally from a small town in North Carolina, Marisha’s powerhouse vocals and undeniable stage presence have made her a force in musical theater, touring with Simply Red and collaborating wit...
From headlining stages worldwide to working with legends like Michael Bublé, Andrea Bocelli and David Foster, Loren Allred is the powerhouse vocalist behind The Greatest Showman's 'Never Enough' and a successful songwriter.
After being rejected from American Idol at 18 and then being coached by Adam Levine on The Voice in 2012, Loren earned her comeback in the music industry. Cast as the singing voice for Rebecca Ferguson's char...
Writing chart toppers like Madonna's 'Like a Virgin', Cyndi Lauper's 'True Colours', Whitney Houston's 'So Emotional' and The Bangles 'Eternal Flame', Billy is behind some of the biggest hits in music's history.
As a Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Billy shares his incredible behind-the-scenes stories, what it's really like working with music legends, the creative process behind writing musical classics and his journey ...
Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, and frontman of MAGIC!, Nasri shares his journey from being an aspiring artist to writing 'Rude', Justin Bieber's 'As Long As You Love me', Chris Brown's 'Crawl', as well as writing for Pitbull and John Legend to name just a few!
Nasri dives deep into being a young R&B singer-songwriter from Canada to writing chart-topping hits, crafting MAGIC!’s signature reggae-pop sound, and evolving a...
From leading the Oscars, Grammys, Super Bowl, and American Idol to working with Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Prince, and Stevie Wonder, Emmy-winning music director, composer, and producer Rickey Minor reveals the unforgettable stories of success.
Rickey talks about how he shaped some of music’s most iconic performances, the lessons he’s learned from legends, and the power of just 12 notes. With decades of experience conducting for ...
Viral sensation and multi-talented artist Johnny Orlando, winner of four consecutive MTV Awards for Best Canadian Act, shares the inside story of his career. Starting with YouTube covers recorded on a laptop, Johnny quickly rose to stardom with millions of fans worldwide.
Johnny shares his journey from viral success to headlining global tours, navigating the music industry and releasing emotionally raw albums inspired by p...
One of the most decorated names in music, Justin Tranter is a multi-platinum songwriter, singer and activist. From working with Justin Bieber, Selena Gomez and Britney Spears to Linkin Park, Lady Gaga, Ariana Grande and Demi Lovato, Justin shares how their personal experiences and bold collaborations shaped their iconic career.
Justin reveals how they were dropped from four record deals before their first hit and the new c...
Grammy-nominated producer and songwriter Lauren Christy, known for producing hits with Avril Lavigne, Dua Lipa and Korn, talks about what it's like working with the world's biggest artists and how she became a member of the iconic songwriting trio The Matrix.
Steeped in Grammy nominations and selling millions of records worldwide, Lauren reveals the secrets behind writing global chart-toppers, navigating the music industry...
Global superstar Aloe Blacc tells us his side of the stories, from how he sang Avicii's 'Wake Me Up', to his solo success of 'I Need a Dollar' and 'The Man'.
With multiple Grammy nominations, Aloe reveals the advice Quincy Jones gave him, how he becomes inspired and what it's really like working with Elton John and Dr Dre.
Aside from his music, Aloe delves deep into his passion for social justice, how he wrot...
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John Shanks and Toby Gad reflect on their joint experiences working on X Factor with Simon Cowell for the US version of the series.
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Josh Groban talks about his most embarrassing moments, including him burping on stage and a woman touching his leg whilst performing.
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Greg Wells talks about how he produced OneRepublic's 'Apologize' and how he worked with Ryan Tedder to convince the band to finish it.
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Delilah Montagu has won 2x Grammys in her career so far. Here she talks about what it's like working with David Guetta and Black Coffee.
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