You know, when it comes to songwriting, the space you write in matters more than you might think. It’s not just about having good gear or the “right” tools, it’s about creating an environment that makes it easier for you…
“I have more self-doubt than any writer I’ve ever known… The positive aspect of self-doubt, if you can channel it into useful activity instead of being paralyzed by it, is that by the time you reach the end of a…
It’s said that the best songs are the ones that feel universal, they touch something in everyone, no matter who’s listening or where they’re from. But here’s the catch: if you chase “universal” too hard, you risk ending up with…
Every now and then, I stumble across an article that feels like it’s handing you a map just when you thought you’d lost the trail. Cari Cole’s piece, 7 Steps to Writing Hit Songs That Stand Out, Win Awards &…
As songwriters, it’s easy to slip into the trap of thinking we should be writing a whole song every time we sit down. The reality is, that pressure can stop you from writing anything at all. The good news? Songwriting…
If you’ve ever woken up from a strange dream and thought, “What was that all about?” well, there’s good news: that odd, half-forgotten tangle might hold your next songwriting idea. Dreams can be a goldmine for songwriters. They slip past…
When it comes to songwriting, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that more is better. More words. More chords. More layers. More cleverness. But often, the songs that hit the hardest, the ones people remember and sing…
Ask any songwriter how they feel about deadlines and you’ll probably see a wince. There’s something about putting a clock on creativity that feels backward. How can you force inspiration to show up on a Tuesday at 2 PM? And…
One of the biggest struggles for songwriters isn’t starting a song, it’s finishing it. We’ve all got half-written verses, nameless chord progressions, and a graveyard of voice memos. And while those fragments might still hold magic, without a clear path…