Watch The Great Songwriters

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2016
1 Season
7.0 (11)

The Great Songwriters is an insightful documentary series from The Coda Collection that takes us on a journey through the lives and careers of some of the most celebrated songwriters of our time. Hosted by Paul Toogood, the show features in-depth interviews with legendary musicians such as Barry Gibb and his son, Steve Gibb.

The series opens with an insightful interview with the Bee Gees' legend, Barry Gibb, where he offers a glimpse into his iconic career, starting with the early years of the Bee Gees in the 1960s. He takes the viewers through his songwriting process and offers personal insights into some of the band's most classic hits, including "Stayin' Alive," "How Deep Is Your Love," and "Massachusetts."

Throughout the show, Barry Gibb reveals how he and his brothers created carefully crafted lyrics and melodies that stood the test of time, breaking down the essence of songwriting and how it is perceived. In his interviews, he focuses on the importance of emotion, melody and lyricism in music. The viewers are also treated to performance footage and archival material.

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10. Barry Gibb - The Great Songwriters

December 8, 2016

Hugely successful songwriter Barry Gibb, who sold more than 200 million records with the Bee Gees, provides compelling insight into his songwriting process while also performing two classic tracks and two new songs with his sons. Part of the Coda A Family Affair Theme.

9. Jimmy Webb - The Great Songwriters

December 15, 2016

Master songwriter Jimmy Webb takes viewers though his remarkable career, including his songs for Glen Campbell and his forthright views about country music and the future of songwriting.

8. Paul Anka - The Great Songwriters

November 21, 2017

Canadian singer and songwriter Paul Anka, who wrote hits for Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson, discusses the songwriting process and performs some of his tracks, including "Diana" and "My Way."

7. Rickie Lee Jones - The Great Songwriters

November 7, 2017

Double Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Rickie Lee Jones is interviewed about the songwriting process and her life in music. She also performs some of her tracks, including "Chuck E.'s in Love."

6. Carly Simon - The Great Songwriters

December 1, 2016

Oscar-, Grammy- and Golden Globe-winning singer Carly Simon invites filmmakers into her home to discuss her fascinating life, work and approach to songwriting. She also gives original performances of four songs.

5. Seal - The Great Songwriters

December 12, 2017

Grammy-, Brit- and Ivor Novello Award-winning singer-songwriter Seal talks to Paul Toogood about his creative process and performs "Killer," "Crazy," "Kiss from a Rose" and "Prayer for the Dying."

4. Noel Gallagher - The Great Songwriters

November 28, 2017

Oasis' principal songwriter and High Flying Birds leader Noel Gallagher ponders the songwriting process and performs a selection of tracks, including "Don't Look Back in Anger" and "Holy Mountain." Part of the Coda A Family Affair Theme.

3. Bill Withers - The Great Songwriters

November 24, 2016

Songwriter Bill Withers, who recorded his breakthrough single, "Ain't No Sunshine," in 1971, gives a candid and fascinating interview on the pain of creation and why he gave up recording and performing.

2. Norah Jones - The Great Songwriters

November 17, 2016

Singer and songwriter, Norah Jones, discusses her musical influences, collaborations and songwriting process in this candid profile, and gives new performances of four tracks.

1. Chuck D - The Great Songwriters

November 10, 2016

Rapper Chuck D, creative leader of the seminal and often controversial Public Enemy, talks through his early influences, charts the band's development, and reveals his individual songwriting process.

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