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SOCAN video interview: Serena Ryder

Story by Howard Druckman | Monday December 17th, 2018

In an interview with SOCAN, Serena Ryder discusses how the idea to record her new seasonal album Christmas Kisses came about; how she was inspired to create a new and different arrangement for “Blue Christmas”; and co-writing the title song with her good friend and fellow professional songwriter, Simon Wilcox.

Be sure to check back here in early 2019, for more from our Serena Ryder video interview!

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Video Interview: How does Serena Ryder write her songs?

Story by Howard Druckman | Tuesday January 8th, 2019

In an interview with SOCAN, Serena Ryder discusses her beat-heavy songwriting process, and the supportive role of her musical family as she was growing up.

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Dan Mangan performs “Lay Low” at SOCAN office

Story by Howard Druckman | Tuesday November 20th, 2018

In a SOCAN Session at the organization’s Toronto office, Dan Mangan performs a stripped-down live version of his song “Lay Low,” preceded by a funny story about not taking Paul McCartney’s advice for the song. Mangan also played a version of “Fool for Waiting,” which you can view here. If you want even more Dan Mangan content, catch our video interview with him here.