It’s a fool’s errand to try and predict what will become a hit in today’s music business, but if you’re looking for a cheat code, here’s a tip: Check for Amy Allen’s name in the writer credits. Over ...

Songwriter Amy Allen has this story about how her career changed at a movie theater. At the time, she was in nursing school, and she had gone to see the latest "Twilight" movie. And then suddenly, the ...

NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with songwriter Amy Allen, who is shortlisted for the non-classical Songwriter of the Year Grammy Award for a second straight year. Songwriter Amy Allen has this story about ...