Every week, we sit down with an acclaimed and venerable songwriter to intimately discuss what happens behind closed doors in the music industry. There are millions of singers, thousands of artists, and only 40 top songs per genre at a time... this podcast is about the people who make them. Produced by Joe London & Ross Golan in association with Big Deal Music & Mega House Music. And The Writer Is... ™<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan
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Every week, we sit down with an acclaimed and venerable songwriter to intimately discuss what happens behind closed doors in the music industry. There are millions of singers, thousands of artists, and only 40 top songs per genre at a time... this podcast is about the people who make them. Produced by Joe London & Ross Golan in association with Big Deal Music & Mega House Music. And The Writer Is... ™<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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May 29, 2026
And The Update Is...Universal's Big Week: AI, TikTok While Drake Dominates
Host Ross Golan interviews industry experts about Universal's major week covering AI, TikTok trends, and Drake's chart dominance.
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Host Ross Golan interviews artist Myles Smith about his journey from humble beginnings to global success, exploring the therapy that shaped his music and the hidden costs of fame.
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And The Update Is... AI Covers, Drake’s New Era & Why Michael Jackson Is STILL Charting in 2026
Host Ross Golan discusses AI's impact on music, Drake's evolving sound, and Michael Jackson's enduring chart presence in this industry update.
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