Songwriting
Does “Quantity Leads To Quality” When It Comes To Writing Songs? The Pros And Cons
The “quantity leads to quality” songwriting concept is the idea that by consistently writing a large volume of songs, a songwriter can develop and refine their skills, leading to higher quality work over time.
How to Write a Song Without an Instrument: 5 Key Tips! – Improve Songwriting
Here are 5 tips for how to write a song without an instrument, whether you don’t play or you just want to try new some songwriting techniques! The article “How to Write a Song Without an Instrument: 5 Key Tips!” from Improve Songwriting provides a comprehensive guide for aspiring songwriters on how to create music […]
From Intro to Outro: Keeping Your Audience Hooked from the Start
Introduction: The Attention Battle in the Digital Age In the modern world of streaming, where countless songs are just a click away, the importance of capturing a listener’s attention has never been greater. With endless options at their fingertips, listeners make snap judgments, often deciding within seconds whether to continue listening or move on. In […]
8 Ways to Turn a Cover Version Into Something Original – Flypaper
So while a lot of artists choose to play songs exactly like the original versions, I personally think this is a missed opportunity to do something truly special — a hybrid concoction of two creative voices melding together. The article provides a comprehensive guide on how to transform a cover song into an original piece, […]
Why Do We Write Songs: 20 Motivations That Drive Songwriting
Let me ask you a question… Have you ever listened to a song and wonder what led the artist to write it? Each piece of music we hear, whether it makes us want to dance or it brings tears to our eyes, contains a mix of emotions and stories. But what exactly prompts someone to […]
Increase Your Sync Licensing Opportunities | BMI.com
Sync licensing is the great equalizer. If your music fits the scene, it doesn’t matter how old you are, where you live, or how you look. It’s all about the music. The article “Increase Your Sync Licensing” by Jason Blume on BMI.com provides valuable insights for songwriters looking to enhance their opportunities in sync licensing, […]
Don’t Think Genre, Think Personality — Andrea Stolpe
I remember a simpler time, when it was easy to identify the genre of the song streaming through my iPod. When a friend said they liked pop, I knew that meant Madonna and Michael Jackson. Classic rock meant Steve Miller Band or the Cars. In my small world, taste was polarized and listeners less likely […]
The Top Songwriting Tips From 2023 According To The Weekly | BMI.com
Below are excerpts from some of my articles that have garnered the strongest feedback in the past year. To read the articles in their entirety click on the links. The article “Top Songwriting Tips from 2023” from BMI.com, authored by Jason Blume, offers valuable insights and advice for songwriters. Here’s a summary of the key […]
Writing Songs That Are Less Predictable
You can take practically any song and move it firmly into one genre or another just by adjusting the way the song is performed, and changing the production decisions of that recording, and it’s actually not that hard to do. Every singer-songwriter possesses a unique style, often reflected in their performance and production choices. This […]
A Holiday Songwriting Tool Kit – MY SONG COACH
So, start writing your Christmas songs now. Then you can use the next few months to rewrite, polish, and record your shiny-bright seasonal hits. (For you folks Down Under… you can either write about surf and sand and Santa in December, or immerse yourself in classic holiday movies to get in the mood.) The article […]