by Eighty
Eighty Unplugged is dedicated to the craft of songwriting and songwriters. Inspired by MTV Unplugged and Tiny Desk Concert, we invite artists to perform a stripped-down version of one of their creations. Afterward, we sit down with the artist to explore the creative process behind their song. Our aim is to highlight musicians from all backgrounds and stages of their journey. New episodes every month! To learn more about our guest and the show visit eightyunplugged.com
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June 4, 2026
<p>#songwriting #behindthelyrics #lyricist #poets #songwriters </p><p><br /></p><p>The featured songwriter in this episode is Alyssa Malvoisin, a talented artist from Tyrone, PA. After a live acoustic performance of her original song "Sober," she breaks down the lyrics in an exclusive interview. The song explores coping with the end of a relationship and compares infatuation to addiction. Our conversation covers topics such as musical theatre, using songwriting to process emotions, the local music community, and more. If you enjoy lyric breakdowns, artist interviews, and deep conversations about creativity, this episode is for you.</p><p><br /></p><p>🎵 Featured Song: “Sober”</p><p>🎙️ Songwriter: Alyssa Malvoisin </p><p>🎧 Channel: Eighty Unplugged — conversations with songwriters about the stories behind their songs</p><p>✍🏽 Read our article about Alyssa Malvoisin here: https://www.eightyunplugged.com/blog</p><p><br /></p><p>Chapters </p><p>(00:00:00) Introduction</p><p>(00:00:00) Why She Chose “Sober”</p><p>(00:02:30) Live Performance of "Sober" By Alyssa Malvoisin </p><p>(00:08:24) Exclusive Interview</p><p> (00:09:13) Musical Theatre's Impact on Writing </p><p>(00:12:47) Lyric Break Down Verse 1 </p><p>(00:16:44) Chorus Break Down </p><p>(00:19:03) Analogies in "Sober"</p><p>(00:21:05) Verse 2 Break Down </p><p>(00:24:11) Reframing the Chorus </p><p>(00:27:10) Honesty in Story Telling </p><p>(00:32:30) Songwriting Process </p><p>(00:35:13) Performance & Community </p><p>(00:38:57) Verse 3 Break Down </p><p>(00:44:24) Verse 4 Break Down</p><p>(00:45:30) Concluding the Story </p><p>(00:47:35) Last Chorus </p><p>(00:52:30) Alyssa's Advice For Songwriters </p><p>(00:55:15) Episode Ending </p><p><br /></p><p>Eighty Unplugged is a space dedicated to songwriters and their craft! </p><p><br /></p><p>Follow Alyssa Malvoisin https://www.facebook.com/alyssa.malvoisin/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/alyssamalvoisin/</p><p>https://www.youtube.com/@AlyssaMorganMusic</p><p>Follow Eighty Unplugged: </p><p>Website: https://www.eightyunplugged.com/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eightyunplugged/</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Eighty-Unplugged-Podcast/61573332849196/ </p><p>Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7dZBCEo3OdHl1bsAttsZ5U?si=df230186f2d54f21</p><p>Video Production by Route 322 Collective: </p><p>https://www.route322collective.com/</p><p>Made by humans! No AI used in this project.</p>
March 18, 2026
<p>In this episode of Eighty Unplugged, <strong>Walkney</strong> joins us for an exclusive songwriting interview complete with a live acoustic performance of his new song “Emotion.” For the first time ever, he performs an acoustic version of his song “Emotion”, set for an official release April 14th, 2026. Walkney shares the raw truth behind the lyrics in this episode. In what he has called his deepest interview yet, Walkney opens up about his songwriting process, writing influences, subconscious creativity, and the emotional story behind the lyrics.We break down the meaning of “Emotion” in this episode and premiere Walkney's new song. We also discuss ego in songwriting, explore how heartbreak shaped the track, and talk about Walkney’s journey from touring with a full band at the age of 16 to finding his way as a solo artist. As he says in the episode, “Everybody’s scared. Everybody bleeds.” If you love lyric breakdowns, artist interviews, and deep conversations about creativity, this episode is for you. 🎵 Featured Song: “Emotion”🎙️ Guest: Walkney 🎧 Podcast: Eighty Unplugged — conversations with songwriters about the stories behind their songs✍🏽 Read our article about Walkney here: https://www.eightyunplugged.com/blog/walkney/emotion<strong>Chapters: </strong></p><p>(00:00:00) Introduction (00:01:09) Walkney’s Background in Songwriting (00:02:27) Why He Chose “Emotion” (00:03:31) Live Acoustic Performance “Emotion” (00:06:45) Exclusive Interview (00:10:58) Lyric Breakdown: Verse 1 (00:13:50) Ego in Songwriting (00:22:12) Chorus Breakdown (00:27:29) Mentality, Growth & Outlook (00:39:51) Lyric Breakdown: Verse 2 (00:43:26) Inspiration vs. Connection (00:48:22) Vocal Expression (00:52:52) Final Lines Breakdown (01:02:34) Advice for Songwriters (01:03:55) New Music & What’s NextFollow Walkney: Website: https://www.walkney.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkneyofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkneyOfficial Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/43dyV4dNHqxq24E1UlRvxt?si=mB82C7xzSQaphXBS_5X4mA Subscribe for more songwriter interviews and lyric breakdowns! Follow Eighty Unplugged: Website: https://www.eightyunplugged.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eightyunplugged/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Eighty-Unplugged-Podcast/61573332849196/ </p><p>Follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7dZBCEo3OdHl1bsAttsZ5U?si=df230186f2d54f21<br></p>
February 21, 2026
<p><strong>#songwriting #behindthelyrics</strong></p><p>Join Eighty, a passionate songwriter and host of Eighty Unplugged, as she explores the deeper meaning behind her original song "Love’s Not Enough." In a world where music is often consumed quickly and categorized for easy access, Eighty offers a refreshing look at songwriting as a personal and soulful expression. This video dives into the inspiration, lyrics, and emotions behind the song, revealing how love alone may not be enough to sustain a relationship without compromise and growth.</p><p>Through thoughtful lyric breakdowns and references to iconic artists like The Beatles and J. Cole, Eighty shares her journey of understanding love’s complexities and the challenges of change within relationships. The video also touches on how listeners can interpret songs differently based on their own experiences, highlighting the subjective nature of art. Watch the full video and listen closely to "Love’s Not Enough"—then share your thoughts on what the song means to you!</p><p>🎵 Featured Song: “Love’s Not Enough”</p><p>🎙️ Guest: Eighty </p><p>🎧 Podcast: Eighty Unplugged — conversations with songwriters about the stories behind their songs</p><p>Chapters: </p><p>(00:00) Introduction</p><p>(00:50) Live performance of “Love’s Not Enough” </p><p>(04:11) Background </p><p>(04:55) First Verse / Beatle Reference </p><p>(06:20) J. Cole / Song Perspective </p><p>(07:45) Chorus / Love’s Not Enough </p><p>(08:47) Verse 2 / Compromise </p><p>(09:33) Sting / Art is Subjective </p><p>(10:50) Song Meaning </p><p>Follows Eighty Unplugged: </p><p>Website: https://www.eightyunplugged.com/</p><p>Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eightyunplugged/</p><p>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Eighty-Unplugged-Podcast/61573332849196/ </p><p>Follow on Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/7dZBCEo3OdHl1bsAttsZ5U?si=df230186f2d54f21"><u>https://open.spotify.com/show/7dZBCEo3OdHl1bsAttsZ5U?si=df230186f2d54f21</u></a></p><p><strong> #thebeatles #thepolice #j.cole #lyricbreakdown </strong></p><p><br></p>
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Eighty Unplugged is dedicated to the craft of songwriting and songwriters. Inspired by MTV Unplugged and Tiny Desk Concert, we invite artists to perform a stripped-down version of one of their creations. Afterward, we sit down with the artist to explore the creative process behind their song. Our aim is to highlight musicians from all backgrounds and stages of their journey. New episodes every month!
To learn more about our guest and the show visit eightyunplugged.com
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