From busking in Derry to global hitmaker: Snow Patrol’s Johnny McDaid on writing songs for pop’s biggest names

Дата публикации: 22-09-2026 05:50:08

As an award-winning writer, musician and producer, with 14 diamond and over 600 platinum certifications, McDaid’s songs have helped define the streaming age

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