May 2024

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Song Hooks: What Are They and How Do You Create Your Own?

Writing a catchy hook is closer to an art than a science. Sure, there are some guiding principles that popular artists use to grab their listener’s attention and create memorable songs. But as you drill down and study artists across a wide range of genres, you’ll find that each group follows its own conventions. The […]

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How to Write a Song: 10 Tips to Boost Your Creativity

Writing a song is a journey that combines creativity, emotion, and technical skill. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced songwriter, these ten tips from Ditto Music can help spark your creativity and guide you through the process. The main points of the article are as follows… Successful songwriting is a blend of structured techniques […]

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The Craft of Songwriting: Finding Your Starting Point

Songwriting is an art form, a way of living life and a personal journey into the heart of expression through music. Every songwriter, whether novice or seasoned, finds themselves standing before a blank canvas, ready to channel thoughts, emotions, and stories into melodies and lyrics. But… how does one start writing a song? How does […]

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Top 6 Tips for Setting up a Home Recording Studio on a Budget

The recording industry has seen a dramatic transformation over the years. In the past, owning a high-quality recording studio was indeed essential for producing top-tier recordings. The blog article titled “Top 6 Tips for Setting up a Home Recording Studio on a Budget” by Scott Ashley offers valuable advice for aspiring musicians looking to create […]

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The 10 Ways To Market Your Back Catalogue

Most musicians move on too soon. They put all their creative focus on the next release. Or they only promote their latest work, neglecting all the songs that came before. This blog post emphasizes the importance of marketing an artist’s back catalogue of music, highlighting that older music should not be neglected even as new […]