If you ever wanted to meet the people who write for some of the world's biggest stars then you'll have your chance on August 16.

The Irish Music Rights Organisation (IMRO) will be staging a Songwriting Legends night at Dublin's Sugar Club and among the songsmiths taking part are Paul Williams, who has wrote for David Bowie and Kris Kristofferson, and Barry Mason, who has had his songs performed by Elvis Presley and Rod Stewart.