“Things as they are, are changed on the blue guitar.”

The Hollywood Film Composers Series

Presented by The Jeremiah Show and Executive Producer Carol Connors

Hall of Fame songwriter and Six-time GRAMMY® winner, Hall of Fame songwriter, and producer Glen Ballard shares insights into his illustrious career, discussing his roots in Natchez, Mississippi, the art of songwriting, and his collaborations with iconic artists like Alanis Morissette and the Dave Matthews Band. He reflects on the creative process, the importance of daily discipline in writing, and the challenges of navigating the music industry. Ballard also touches on his current projects, including Broadway adaptations and new music, emphasizing the significance of live performance in today's music landscape.

Now, Ballard’s attention keeps tilting toward the stage. Live presentation, he believes, is where music is headed—real voices, real risk, no digital buffer. It’s the same idea he’s carried from Natchez to Hollywood to Broadway: show up, protect the spark, and let the song tell the truth.

GLEN BALLARD’S WEBSITE - https://www.glenballard.com/

PHOTO CREDIT: Erik-Melvin

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to The Jeremiah Show
02:00 Nostalgia and Musical Influences
18:14 Introducing Glenn Ballard
22:04 Glenn Ballard's Musical Journey
29:59 The Creative Process and Overcoming Fear
39:59 The Role of Publishers in Songwriting
44:00 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life
45:37 Exploring the Creative Process Behind Iconic Albums
01:01:07 The Impact of Collaboration with Alanis Morissette
01:12:06 The Future of Live Music and Production

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