March 2025
3 Mindset Shifts to Stop Overthinking Your Songs
Struggling with overthinking your songs? Learn 3 mindset shifts to stop second-guessing, write faster, and finish more songs with confidence. Introduction Overthinking is a common obstacle for songwriters, often leading to creative blocks and unfinished songs. Instead of waiting for perfect ideas, successful songwriting involves showing up consistently, writing freely, and refining later. The article […]
The Must Have Characteristics To Make A Living As A Songwriter
Here is a great video from the guys at SongTown and in this video they go through the must have characteristics that a songwriter must have to make a living from their chosen craft. Grit: Successful songwriters persist despite frequent rejection and setbacks, continuously showing up and doing the work, even when discouraged. Diversity: Earning […]
Songwriting Dos and Don’ts
A recent “Play For a Publisher” event featured Stacey Willbur, from Full Circle Music, sharing her feedback about 10 songs selected for the showcase. The article, based on insights from a “Play For a Publisher” event with Stacey Willbur, VP of Publishing and A&R for Full Circle Music, highlights key songwriting tips shared during Episode […]
What Is The “Hook” Of The Song?
The hook of a song is a memorable musical or lyrical phrase designed to “hook” the listener’s attention and make the song memorable. It’s often the most catchy part of a song and can appear in various forms throughout the track. A good hook is essential in songwriting because it creates the earworm effect, keeping […]
Song Ideas: 20 Tips for Songwriting Inspiration – Take Note
Berklee Online course author Andrea Stolpe provides 20 tips to help you jumpstart your songwriting process and generate song ideas. The article “20 Tips to Write 20 Songs in 20 Days (Part One)” from Berklee Online offers practical strategies to break free from habitual songwriting patterns and spark creativity. The author, a classically trained musician, […]