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His Music Made Him $60,000 In High School | Elijah Blake #050 Oct 20, 2026

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Today, we have Elijah Blake on the pod! Elijah is a 2x Grammy-award winner who started writing songs as a teen. His hits include his song "I Just Wanna" with Dej Loaf, "Climax" by Usher, and "No Love Allowed" by Rihanna. In this episode, we talk about his upbringing in Haiti and the tough transition to the United States, his journey from being a songwriter to being in the spotlight as an artist, and the differences between being on a major label and being independent.

Elijah is a true fighter who never doubted his talents and ability to succeed. Hearing his story was so inspiring and it is one that ALL aspiring artists should hear!

He Produced Mariah Carey’s BIGGEST Hit | Walter A #049 Oct 07, 2026

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Today we're talking with Walter A! Born in Brazil and moved to the states when he was 5, Walter A is a legendary hitmaker with iconic songs such as "My Heart Will Go On" and "All I Want For Christmas" under his belt. We talk to him about his methods as a producer to get the best vocal performances, his extreme stage fright and his feud with Mariah Carey.

The Untold Story of "I Will Always Love You" | David Foster #048 Sep 22, 2026

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Today we're talking with legendary hitmaker David Foster ! His iconic discography includes "I Will Always Love You" by Whitney Houston, "The Prayer" by Celine Dion , and "After the Love Has Gone" by Earth Wind and Fire . David's songs are known for their beautiful lyrics, key changes, and breathtaking moments so it's no wonder he's won 16 Grammys! If you've ever wanted to know the stories behind the world's BIGGEST songs and tips on how to breakthrough as a songwriter, this is the podcast for you!

Revealing the Secret Behind Pentatonix's Success | Scott Hoying #047 Sep 08, 2026

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Today we are talking with Scott Hoying! Scott is most known for his successful a capella group, Pentatonix, who were the winners of the reality show "The Sing Off" and have since won 3 Grammys. In this episode, we talk about what it was like growing up as a queer kid in Texas, finding his bandmate Kevin Osula on Youtube during Kevin's pre-med finals, and the surprise, 99-person flashmob by his husband's family at his wedding. We had so much fun talking and singing together, so we hope you enjoy this episode too!

AI Music Will Change the Industry FOREVER | Oak Felder #045 Aug 18, 2026

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This week we have Oak Felder on the podcast! Oak is a Grammy-award winning, multi-platinum record producer and songwriter. He is the man behind Demi Lovato's hit "Sorry Not Sorry," Alessia Cara's "Here," and Sabrina Carpenter's "Sue Me."

In this episode, we dig into the actual recording sessions of Oak's biggest songs. You'll get to hear all the gang vocals, all the harmonies, and all the secrets. Oak Felder makes predictions as to how AI will influence musicians, songwriters, producers and the music industry as a whole. He gives his best advice to those wanting to make music into a career and he talks about the differences between producing songs for hip hop and RnB vs producing songs for pop music.

Oak Felder is an industry LEGEND so you're definitely going to want to listen and take notes on this one!

Continuing A Legacy of Philanthropy and Activism | Julian Lennon #044 Jun 15, 2026

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Julian Lennon is an activist, musician, author, and philanthropist who's non-profit, The White Feather Foundation, has been working for almost 20 years to help those in need. His award-winning documentary work with the Mirning tribe of Australia and his role as a Global Ambassador for the Lupus Foundation of America has solidified his legacy as someone who makes the world a better place.

In our interview with him, we talk about the struggles of growing up with a famous father, how to carve your own path, and why using your voice and platform to raise awareness of issues that effect humans worldwide is of the utmost importance.

Do Your Demos Suck? Watch This Video | Ask Toby Anything Ep #3 Jun 02, 2026

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Toby Gad is a Grammy-award winning songwriter who has worked with everyone from Beyonce to John Legend to Miley Cyrus. Today, he listens to YOUR demos and gives his professional advice and opinion on what your song needs to stand out above the rest and shine!

Our fans also submitted questions such as "Which of your songs do you think should have been a bigger hit?" and "Is there a formula to writing a hit in 2026?" 👀

If you’re a songwriter, producer, or artist finding your voice—this one’s for you!

📩 Submit your demos & questions to be featured in the next episode: askme@tobygad.com🔔 Subscribe & turn on notifications so you never miss an episode!

"I Was Working 90 Hours A Week" | Autumn Rowe #043 May 29, 2026

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Autumn Rowe is a Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer. Best known for her work on We Are by Jon Batiste, winner of the 2022 Grammy Award for Album of the Year, she has built an influential career writing and producing for artists including Dua Lipa, Diana Ross, Ava Max, FKA Twigs, Leona Lewis, and Lukas Graham. In this episode, we talk to her about her journey from the South Bronx and working 90 hours a week to America's Got Talent and the global stage!

From Cancer Survivor to Eurovision Finalist | Delta Goodrem #042 May 19, 2026

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Today we're talking with Delta Goodrem! She is an Australian singer, songwriter, actress, and now Eurovision finalist! She talks about her journey of being a child actor, getting cancer at age 18, and how she stays inspired to write.

She has 9 number one singles, 17 top-ten hits on the ARIA singles chart, and 3 World Music Awards. She's a masterclass in how to remain humble and grounded while performing on the world's biggest stages.

"I Wrote My Biggest Songs In A Day" | Jason Evigan #041 May 13, 2026

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From growing up surrounded by music to carving out his own path as a hitmaker, Jason Evigan

dives into the journey that shaped his career, sharing how he transitioned from artist to one of

the industry’s most in-demand songwriters and producers. From early struggles and creative

breakthroughs to landing major cuts with some of pop’s biggest names, he opens up about the

persistence it takes to succeed, the evolution of his sound, and the stories behind the sessions

that changed everything.

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