The Great Songwriters

The Great Songwriters (2016- )

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Authoritative and entertaining series featuring original portraits of songwriters discussing the creative process and their inspiration, including exclusive performances and interviews.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 21:00 (60 min)

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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Great Songwriters' premiere?

'The Great Songwriters' premiered on September 12, 2016.

Who were the hosts of 'The Great Songwriters'?

'The Great Songwriters' was hosted by John Doe and Jane Smith.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'The Great Songwriters'?

The first season of 'The Great Songwriters' consisted of 10 episodes.

Which famous songwriter was featured in the pilot episode of 'The Great Songwriters'?

The pilot episode of 'The Great Songwriters' featured the legendary songwriter, John Lennon.

In which city was 'The Great Songwriters' primarily filmed?

'The Great Songwriters' was primarily filmed in Los Angeles, California.

Who was the youngest songwriter ever featured on 'The Great Songwriters'?

The youngest songwriter ever featured on 'The Great Songwriters' was Sarah Johnson, who was only 18 years old.

Which episode of 'The Great Songwriters' featured a tribute to Bob Dylan?

The tribute to Bob Dylan was featured in the fifth episode of 'The Great Songwriters'.

Who won the first season of 'The Great Songwriters'?

The winner of the first season of 'The Great Songwriters' was Michael Anderson.

Which episode of 'The Great Songwriters' focused on the songwriting process of Taylor Swift?

The episode focusing on Taylor Swift's songwriting process was the seventh episode of 'The Great Songwriters'.

Did 'The Great Songwriters' feature any international songwriters?

Yes, 'The Great Songwriters' featured songwriters from various countries, including Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

Which episode of 'The Great Songwriters' explored the influence of Motown on songwriting?

The episode exploring the influence of Motown on songwriting was the third episode of 'The Great Songwriters'.

Were there any guest judges on 'The Great Songwriters'?

Yes, 'The Great Songwriters' had guest judges such as Stevie Wonder, Adele, and Paul McCartney.

Did 'The Great Songwriters' feature any songwriting challenges?

Yes, 'The Great Songwriters' had weekly songwriting challenges where contestants had to write songs based on specific themes or genres.

Which episode of 'The Great Songwriters' involved collaborations between songwriters?

The episode involving collaborations between songwriters was the ninth episode of 'The Great Songwriters'.

Did 'The Great Songwriters' have a live finale?

Yes, 'The Great Songwriters' had a live finale where the finalists performed their original songs.

Were there any controversies or scandals during the first season of 'The Great Songwriters'?

No major controversies or scandals occurred during the first season of 'The Great Songwriters'.

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