The Song that Healed Me

The Song that Healed Me

Created by Savanna Smith, The Song that Healed Me explores conversations with artists about the music that has gotten them through life's ups and downs. Our online community, which extends across various social media platforms, dives further into the scientific research behind the healing powers of music. Follow @TheSongthatHealedMe on all platforms. Visit thesongthathealedme.com for more info.

Episodes

  1. 05/15/2024

    How “Ghost Town” Healed during a time of Heartbreak, Uncertainty, and Growth - with Clayton Ryan

    In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Twin Cities based country-soul singer, Clayton Ryan, to discuss how his original song, “Ghost Town” healed him during a time of heartbreak, uncertainty, and growth.  They also talk about:  Finding the courage to leave an abusive relationship The feelings that come with moving back to your hometown How music helps us connect with others The Los Angeles singer-songwriter scene The process of writing an album and more!  Clayton finishes the episode with a live performance of his new song, “Wild Man,” which you can stream HERE.  Follow Clayton:  Instagram: @claytoncryan Tik Tok: @claytoncryan YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@claytonryanmusic  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/claytonryanmusic  Website: https://www.claytonryan.com/  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4B46X4ViXofkgxgfTOyFLY?si=-qSPPOtDT06iYJmtDGtIiA  Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/clayton-ryan/1618842810  Follow The Song that Healed Me:  Instagram: @thesongthathealedme Tik Tok: @thesongthathealedme YouTube: @thesongthathealedme Website: thesongthathealedme.com If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or another mental health crisis, please call or text 988. Visit https://988lifeline.org/ for more.  Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast! Feel free to share it with a friend if the message that music can heal us resonates with you.

    32 min
  2. 05/08/2024

    How “A Case of You” Reinspired in a World of Commercial Songwriting - with Abigayle Kompst

    In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Nashville based singer-songwriter, Abigayle Kompst, to discuss how “A Case of You” by Joni Mitchell helped reinspire her in a world of commercial songwriting.  They also talk about:  Making the decision to pursue a songwriting degree at Belmont University Discovering unique metaphors in songwriting Nashville songwriting culture Finding balance in commercial songwriting Managing comparisons as an artist  and more!  Abigayle finishes the episode with a live performance of her hit song, “Worst Gaslighter,” which you can stream HERE.  Follow Abigayle:  Instagram: @abigaylekompst  Tik Tok: @songsbyabigayle  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJvhSiLHzQ-7ZAl8-Q83ZGw  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbigayleRoseKompst/  Website: https://www.abigaylekompst.com/  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5J383qD95OmncD79bhjuVn?si=xlG8yCOCSp6Dz-80kGPlNg  Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/abigayle-kompst/1501457370  Follow The Song that Healed Me:  Instagram: @thesongthathealedme Tik Tok: @thesongthathealedme YouTube: @thesongthathealedme Website: thesongthathealedme.com If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or another mental health crisis, please call or text 988. Visit https://988lifeline.org/ for more.  Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast! Feel free to share it with a friend if the message that music can heal us resonates with you.

    28 min
  3. 05/01/2024

    How “Sea of Lovers” Helped Heal during a Friendship Breakup - with Libba

    In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with San Francisco based pop, rock and roll artist, Libba, to discuss how “Sea of Lovers” by Christina Perri helped her heal during a friendship breakup.  They also talk about:  Navigating the emotions that come with outgrowing someone The healing powers of lyrics Advice for anyone going through a friendship breakup What it’s like to write, record, and release an album The process of planning a west coast tour and more!  Libba finishes the episode with a clip of her hit song, “Fantasy,” which you can stream HERE.  Follow Libba:  Instagram: @heyitslibba  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfzscXLPUqsHVtdoaNzP5FA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heyitslibba/ Website: http://www.heyitslibba.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0h5FJsOmKD8B4vDFM2eCod?si=gtlD5HaDTxqbckVPJy0aPw Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/libba/658493344 Follow The Song that Healed Me:  Instagram: @thesongthathealedme Tik Tok: @thesongthathealedme YouTube: @thesongthathealedme Website: thesongthathealedme.com If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or another mental health crisis, please call or text 988. Visit https://988lifeline.org/ for more.  Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast! Feel free to share it with a friend if the message that music can heal us resonates with you.

    27 min
  4. 05/01/2024

    How “Ask for Help” helped Redefine What it Means to be an Independent Artist - with Prithvi Prajosh

    In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with Los Angeles based singer-songwriter Prithvi Prajosh to discuss how “Ask for Help” by Kings of Convenience helped redefine what it means to be an independent artist.  They also talk about:  Making a huge career change in your mid-20s The process of moving from India to attend Berklee College of Music Gaining the confidence from posting covers on YouTube to performing on a stage How social media idolizes the jack of all trades artist and more!  Prithvi finishes the episode with a clip of his upcoming single, “I think you’re a poem,” which comes out on May 10th. Pre-save it HERE.  Follow Prithvi Prajosh:  Instagram: @PrithviPrajosh Tik Tok: @realprithviprajosh YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/prithviprajosh Website: https://www.prithviprajosh.com/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/2yUsvzjSZohLO6cw1sR6RW?si=TxFHZAc2RlKeQ2oi1CUfgQ Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/prithvi-prajosh/1530739936 Follow The Song that Healed Me:  Instagram: @thesongthathealedme Tik Tok: @thesongthathealedme YouTube: @thesongthathealedme Website: thesongthathealedme.com If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or another mental health crisis, please call or text 988. Visit https://988lifeline.org/ for more.  Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast! Feel free to share it with a friend if the message that music can heal us resonates with you.

    32 min
  5. 05/01/2024

    How “Comes and Goes (in waves)” Brought the Courage to Leave a Toxic Relationship - with Courtney Kelly

    In this episode of The Song that Healed Me, host Savanna Smith sits down with San Francisco based vocalist Courtney Kelly to discuss how “Comes and Goes (in waves)” by Greg Laswell gave her the courage to leave a toxic relationship.  They also talk about:  Learning to be comfortable during seasons of change Becoming financially independent and secure Life as a backup vocalist and gigging musician The journey of writing and producing a debut single and more!  Courtney finishes the episode with a live performance her debut single, “Not Fair,” which you can stream HERE.  Follow Courtney Kelly:  Instagram: @courtney._.kelly Tik Tok: @courtney_kelly_music YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@courtneykelly-jv6pv/featured Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Courtney-Vocalist-Kelly/100083253237386/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/417Jgw5YUJXPShAgTL6Ito?si=-VbgIGDiQjqr2Kw9ZE5Fgg Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/not-fair-single/1732964469 Follow The Song that Healed Me:  Instagram: @thesongthathealedme Tik Tok: @thesongthathealedme YouTube: @thesongthathealedme Website: thesongthathealedme.com If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or another mental health crisis, please call or text 988. Visit https://988lifeline.org/ for more.  Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast! Feel free to share it with a friend if the message that music can heal us resonates with you.

    29 min

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About

Created by Savanna Smith, The Song that Healed Me explores conversations with artists about the music that has gotten them through life's ups and downs. Our online community, which extends across various social media platforms, dives further into the scientific research behind the healing powers of music. Follow @TheSongthatHealedMe on all platforms. Visit thesongthathealedme.com for more info.