The Song that Healed Me

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Los Angeles based, Indian-fusion pop artist, Priya Mani, to discuss how “Atlas: Heart” by Sleeping at Last provided grounding during her move from India to the United States. 

They also talk about: 

• Navigating changes in friendships

• Finding healing in lyricism

• Using music to find gratitude in life’s ups and downs

• The creative community in Lo...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Los Angeles based indie pop duo Finkel to discuss how their song, “Digging,” opened up the gates to vulnerability in songwriting.  

They also talk about: 

• Finding the “why” in your artistry

• Navigating all of the emotions that come with a health scare

• Setting boundaries in creative relationships 

• Learning to feel into your emotions

• Pr...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Twin Cities based country-soul singer, Clayton Ryan, to discuss how his original song, “Ghost Town” healed him during a time of heartbreak, uncertainty, and growth. 

They also talk about: 

• Finding the courage to leave an abusive relationship

• The feelings that come with moving back to your hometown

• How music helps us connect with others

• The L...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Nashville based singer-songwriter, Abigayle Kompst, to discuss how “A Case of You” by Joni Mitchell helped reinspire her in a world of commercial songwriting. 

They also talk about: 

• Making the decision to pursue a songwriting degree at Belmont University

• Discovering unique metaphors in songwriting

• Nashville songwriting culture

• Finding ba...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, show host and creator Savanna Smith discusses how “Shallow” by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper helped her rediscover the healing powers of music. 

Savanna also talks about: 

• Grieving the loss of a loved one

• Healing the inner teenager

• Overcoming the fear of performing

• Her spirituality journey

• Gratitude 

• and more! 

Savanna finishes the episode with a live p...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Nashville based, country singer-songwriter Andrew Mack to discuss how “Long Trip Alone” by Dierks Bentley helped Andrew open up to others during a time of grief. 

They also talk about: 

• Navigating a loved one’s battle with cancer

• The therapeutic benefits of learning guitar

• Advice for those grieving a loved one

• Life as a musician in Alas...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with San Francisco based vocalist Courtney Kelly to discuss how “Comes and Goes (in waves)” by Greg Laswell gave her the courage to leave a toxic relationship. 

They also talk about: 

• Learning to be comfortable during seasons of change

• Becoming financially independent and secure

• Life as a backup vocalist and gigging musician

• The journey of w...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Los Angeles based singer-songwriter Prithvi Prajosh to discuss how “Ask for Help” by Kings of Convenience helped redefine what it means to be an independent artist. 

They also talk about: 

• Making a huge career change in your mid-20s

• The process of moving from India to attend Berklee College of Music

• Gaining the confidence from posting cove...

In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with San Francisco based pop, rock and roll artist, Libba, to discuss how “Sea of Lovers” by Christina Perri helped her heal during a friendship breakup. 

They also talk about: 

• Navigating the emotions that come with outgrowing someone

• The healing powers of lyrics

• Advice for anyone going through a friendship breakup

• What it’s like to write, re...