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Throwback Thursday: Dan Wilson discusses Semisonic’s “Closing Time”
In this Throwback Thursday episode, originally released in September 2022 as Episode 122, Dan Wilson of Semisonic shares the story behind the writing and recording of their iconic 1998 hit, "Closing Time." A two-time Grammy winner, Dan brings unmatched insight into the art of songwriting, having won Song of the Year in 2007 for co-writing The Chicks’ “Not Ready to Make Nice” and Album of the Year in 2012 for producing Adele’s 21. With his unique blend of warmth and wisdom, Dan reflects on Semisonic's breakout success, the song's enduring legacy, and his celebrated career as a writer and…
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