Feeling stuck in a creative loop where all your songs sound alike can be frustrating, but it’s also a natural phase every songwriter faces at some point. If you’re looking to break this pattern and inject some fresh energy into…
In songwriting, rewriting is often hailed as the magic ingredient—transforming initial sparks of inspiration into polished, compelling compositions. Yet, like many powerful tools, rewriting comes with a paradox: too little can leave your song feeling incomplete, while too much can…
Learn the secret to unforgettable lyrics with “power positions”! Discover how strategically placing your lyrical lines can change your song’s emotional impact This article, written by Keppie Coutts on How To Write Songs, introduces the concept of Power Positions, a…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Want a chorus that sticks? Use these 5 songwriting hacks to create catchy, unforgettable hooks that keep listeners hitting replay. A forgettable chorus is a wasted opportunity in songwriting. Writing a catchy chorus isn’t about magic—it’s about using psychology, math,…