Write on Track: A Songwriting Podcast

Write on Track: A Songwriting Podcast

Welcome to Write on Track: A Songwriting Podcast. Host and songwriter Demi Michelle Schwartz invites you on a journey like no other. Demi explores all aspects of being a songwriter, from the craft of songwriting to the music business and beyond. Catch new episodes every other Sunday and tune into all of the unforgettable conversations Demi has with songwriters, artists, radio presenters, music industry professionals, and more. So, what are you waiting for? Kick back and relax, don’t fall flat, and remember, stay “write on track!”

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August 16, 2026 20 mins

I’m beyond excited to bring you my incredible conversation with Nadine Emrich. During our chat, Nadine shared a glimpse into her journeys as a songwriter and actress, and we talked about the magic of songwriting, the recording process, the acting side of being an artist, avoiding burnout to stay creative, and more. I had a blast having Nadine on the show, so I hope you love listening to our conversation.

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Today’s episode of Write on Track is an extra special one. Reese Wynans sat down with me to chat about his incredible career and share wisdom from his journey. During our conversation, Reese talked about how he became a keyboardist, his experiences performing with bands and artists across genres and decades, being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Double Trouble, memories from touring, current projec...

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I’m delighted to bring you my conversation with RW Hellborn. During our chat, RW talked about how he found a sense of belonging in the punk rock scene, memories from touring, the inspiration behind his solo EP, Bad Times, and more. I had a blast having him on the show, so I hope you love listening.

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Ready, get set, pitch! Cherise Carver joined me on the show for a fantastic conversation about crafting strong songs and pitching to artists. From receiving feedback to recording quality demos, Cherise and I explored how songwriters can give themselves the best shot at landing cuts. I had a blast chatting with Cherise, so I hope you love listening.

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On this Father’s Day, I’m beyond honored to share one of the most special conversations on the show yet. Krisita Burket joined me to talk about the journey she’s on to making her dad’s songwriting dreams come true, since he’s no longer here to do so. Giving Krisita a platform to shine a spotlight on her dad’s talent was such a privilege, so I hope you love listening.

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I’m super excited to share today’s chat with Brandon Lane Moore. During our conversation, we talked about starting with lyrics, having a strong first line, and choosing a project’s title from lyrics. Brandon also shared his music inspirations, his journey from being in a band to launching his solo career, and the details about his EP, Free As A Feather. I had a blast chatting with Brandon, so I hope you enjoy list...

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Wow, you are in for such a treat with today’s conversation. Jamie Floyd sat down with me to share her incredible journey in music so far, and at the heart of it all, her story holds the message that anything can happen. During our chat, Jamie talked about prioritizing projects that bring her joy, her love for touring, being part of the Last Songwriter documentary, Christmas music memories, performing “The Blade” w...

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I’m delighted to share my chat with Fox and Bones, a duo who has had a fantastic music career so far. During our conversation, Sarah and Scott talked about how they met and formed a duo, developing their sound, touring, organizing the Portland Folk Festival, their new single, “Are We Still Having Fun?,” and more. I enjoyed having them on the show, so I hope you love listening.

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Today, I’m delighted to bring you my conversation with a fabulous soulful songwriter from across the pond, Ella Clayton. We talked about loving music from a young age, embracing being multi-genre songwriters, the magic of singing in spaces with resonant acoustics, deciding the perfect tracklist, and more. Ella also shared the details about recording in a stairwell and her new album, Could It Be You? I had a great time chattin...

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I couldn’t be more excited to bring you my incredible chat with July Moon. During our conversation, the band talked about how they met, the story behind their name, finding their sound, their recent UK tour, dream places to perform, their single, “Devil Walkin’,” and much more. I had a blast having Piper, Page, and Braelyn on the show, so I hope you love listening.

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Today, you’re in for such a treat. Joe Hicks joined me on the show for such an open and honest conversation about songwriting, life, and more. During our chat, we talked about guitar, embracing our unique songwriting processes, writing from our emotions, crafting autobiographical songs, getting inspiration in dreams, and much more. Joe also shared all about his new album, Before It Gets Dark. I had such a wonderful time chatt...

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I’m beyond delighted to bring you my fabulous chat with French Canadian songwriter, Rose Ora. During our conversation, Rose talked about writing emotion-driven songs, her choice to sing in English when French is her first language, placing ninth in Audacy’s Opening Act competition, her single, “He’s Just a Dream,” and more. I had a great time chatting with Rose, so I hope you love listening.

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I couldn’t be more excited to share today’s conversation with Sam Riddle. During our chat, we talked about our love for piano and writing story-driven and authentic music. Also, Sam talked about his incredible experiences performing in Vegas and his latest single, “Drink With Your Name on It.” I had a blast chatting with Sam, so I hope you love listening to our conversation.

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Today’s episode is a special one. Grace Parry returned to the show for such a vulnerable and inspiring conversation. During our chat, we talked about piano ballads, recording in the studio, the healing power of music, and more. Grace also shared the details about her song, “Happy Valentine’s Day.” I enjoyed having Grace on the show again, so I hope you love listening.

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I’m delighted to share my incredible conversation with Chandler Marie. During our chat, we talked about the songwriting process, the Josie Music Awards, evolving as songwriters, recording in the studio, working hard for our accomplishments, and more. Chandler also shared the details about performing during CMA Fest and her debut album’s lead single, “Like a Man.” I loved having Chandler on the show, so I hop...

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Wow, you are in for such a treat with today’s episode. Melanie Murray joined me for such a fabulous and honest conversation. During our chat, Melanie opened up about her experiences having ADHD, her passion for mental health awareness, and incredible music memories, from playing on Broadway in Nashville to doing an independent tour outside Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour shows. It was an absolute honor having Melanie on the sh...

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Happy New Year! I’m super excited to kick off my 2026 conversations with Gatlin Johnson. We talked about performing live, writing authentic lyrics, being present to find song inspiration, and more. Gatlin also shared the details about his five-track EP, Only Shot. I loved having Gatlin on the show, so I hope you enjoy listening to our chat.

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I can’t believe this is the last episode of 2025. This year brought so many fabulous and inspiring conversations on the show, and I couldn’t be more excited to wrap up this year’s chats with Linda Imperial. From pulling back the curtain on the music industry and expressing the importance of recognizing songwriters to chatting about Christmas, this conversation is a perfect way to end 2025. Sit back, relax, and enj...

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I’m so excited to bring you my amazing chat with Abbie Bell & The High Ryes. From talking about their band dynamics to recording their debut EP, they drew back the curtain and revealed their musical journey so far. I loved having Abbie, Nathan, and Ross on the show, so I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation.

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Wow, you are in for such a treat with today’s conversation. Laura Mustard returned to the show for a fabulous and genuine chat. We talked about not rushing releases, writing songs with direct lyrics, embracing authenticity, conveying emotion while recording in the studio and performing live, evolving as songwriters, and so much more. Also, Laura shared the details about her song, “Afraid of the Dark.” I can’...

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