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Home • Interviews • Writing A Song • Obituaries International Songwriters Association The Profiles Charles Strouse Charles Strouse The pinnacle of his career came with the musical "Annie", which ran for nearly six years on Broadway and won the Tony Award for Best Musical, while the song, "Tomorrow," became a standard in musical theatre. Jeannie Seely A hit recording star in her own right, Jeannie Seely's songs were also recorded by Willie Nelson, Ray Price, Jack Greene, Merle Haggard, Connie Smith, Little Jimmy Dickens, Norma Jean, Ernest Tubb and Seal. Flaco Jiménez Musician, singer-songwriter, and world-renowned accordionist, Flaco Jiménez collaborated with Ry Cooder, Bob Dylan, Dwight Yoakam, and The Rolling Stones and was a founder member of the Texas Tornados. Sandy Pinkard Musician, singer-songwriter, and one half of the comedic duo Pinkard & Bowden, who also penned hits for David Frizzell and Shelly West, Ray Charles and Clint Eastwood, Mel Tillis, Vern Gosdin and Tanya Tucker. Tom Lehrer Musician, singer-songwriter, satirist, and mathematician, who became known as the "King of Satire", and who was once referred to by Randy Newman as "one of the great American songwriters without a doubt". George Kooymans As the songwriter and vocalist with Golden Earring, George Kooymans left an indelible mark on Dutch and international rock, not only as a charismatic performer but as a songwriter of real originality and depth. Burt Bacharach In a career spanning 70 years, Burt Bacharach won six Grammys and three Oscars, had 73 hits in the US Billboard 100 and 52 in the UK top 40. He was probably the most successful songwriter of all time. Ozzy Osbourne The British singer and media personality rose to fame as the lead vocalist of Black Sabbath, adopting the nickname "Prince of Darkness". He was also a very talented and commercially successful songwriter. Helen Cornelius Helen Cornelius emerged as a notable figure in American country music during the 1970s, winning audiences with her clear, expressive voice, her strong stage presence and a great songwriting talent. Alan Bergman International Songwriters Association Hall Of Fame Member Alan Bergman wrote elegant, emotionally resonant lyrics with his wife Marilyn, creating classics like “The Way We Were” and “Nice ’n’ Easy.” Connie Francis Connie Francis rose to fame in the late 1950s with hits like “Who’s Sorry Now,” becoming the first female to top the Billboard Hot 100, selling 200 million records. She also wrote such classic hits as "Vacation". Dave Cousins The singer-songwriter from Hounslow in Middlesex, who founded The Strawbs and subsequently took them to worldwide success, while simultaneously enjoying a substantial broadcasting career himself. David Lynch David Lynch was best known as a visionary filmmaker whose work included such classics as “Twin Peaks”, “Blue Velvet” and “Mulholland Drive”, but he also made significant contributions to the world of music. Johnny Rodriguez One of his top songs was "You Always Come Back (To Hurting Me)", his first Number 1 single and he followed it with "Ridin’ My Thumb to Mexico," a song that still resonates with audiences today. Johnny Tillotson Johnny's "It Keeps Right On A-Hurtin'" peaked at number 3 on the Billboard chart and was later covered by numerous artists, including Elvis Presley, Billy Joe Royal, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin and Slim Whitman. Khalil Fong At 15, he taught himself to play the guitar, and by 17, was penning songs for Andy Lau and Jacky Cheun, gaining him a recording contract, leading to him becoming China's most important singer-songwriter. Larry Bastian One of his most notable collaborations was with Garth Brooks. when together with Pat Alger, they co-wrote "Unanswered Prayers," a song based on a true story that became a significant hit for Brooks. Loretta Lynn Her songs may have reflected a specific life and a specific voice, but they resonated far beyond her own story, giving voice to women who hadn’t been given much of one in country music before her. Mike Berry His career, spanning over 6 decades, and which saw him release 10 albums and more than 40 singles, reflected his passion for music, while his songwriting formed an essential part of his artistic identity. Patricia Rose Knapton A "Songwriter Magazine" contributing editor, Patricia built legacy spanning books, songs, stage musicals, audio recordings, CDs, and greeting cards - touching audiences, readers, and listeners across the world. Roger Nicholls In a career spanning 60 years, Roger's songs were recorded by Frank Sinatra, The Carpenters, Barbra Streisand, Diana Ross, Petula Clark, Jackie DeShannon, Bobby Darin, Paul Anka and The Monkees. The Cranberries The ability of Fergal, Noel and Mike to blend melodic beauty with emotional intensity, paired with Dolores O’Riordan’s singular voice, enabled The Cranberries ro sell over 40 million albums worldwide. Troy Seals Through his thoughtful lyrics and deep understanding of the genre’s emotional core, Troy Seals played a crucial role in shaping the voice of country music while demonstrating the power of storytelling. 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