Writing Tools for Lyric-Leaning Artists and Songwriters — Andrea Stolpe
Below are what I believe are some of the most essential songwriting practices to thrive within ‘lyric-forward’ song styles. If it’s helpful, consider building your own daily or weekly routine off these practices. Andrea Stolpe’s article delves into the nuances of songwriting, particularly focusing on the ‘lyric-forward’ style. She emphasizes that understanding one’s sound and […]
Have You Mastered All 7 of These Basic Rhyme Schemes?
Have you been using the same rhyme schemes over and over? Try a new one from this list of 7. The article from The Lyric Writer’s Workroom, titled “Have You Mastered All 7 of These Basic Rhyme Schemes?”, delves into the world of rhyme schemes, an essential tool for songwriters and poets. The author, Nicholas […]
Song Ideas: 11 Ways to Find Fresh Inspiration
Song ideas are all around you. You can train yourself to notice these gems, capture them into a notebook, and kindle the promising ones into new songs. The article from Lyric Workroom, titled “Song Ideas: 11 Ways to Find Fresh Inspiration,” offers a treasure trove of strategies for songwriters seeking a spark of creativity. Here’s […]
Lyric Writing 101: Mastering Songwriting Essentials – Speed Songwriting
Ever wonder why certain songs stick in your head, tugging at your heartstrings? It’s not just the melody – it’s the magic woven into every word. Discover the secret recipe behind unforgettable lyrics with our exclusive guide The article from Speed Songwriting delves into the profound art of lyric writing, emphasizing that lyrics are much […]
Attention Songwriters: The Blank Piece Of Paper Is Your Friend
Every time we sit down to write a song we start off with a blank piece of paper. It waits patiently for us to pick up our pen and pour our songwriting ideas from our hearts and minds onto its surface. However, a blank piece of paper can be one of two things to a songwriter: […]
The Advantages of Collaborating With a Lyricist
Some people are hesitant around collaboration because they would rather not share the limited copyright pie available with someone else. But if it made your life easier and increased your overall output (and possibly even your income) then why not? One thing to remember; a good lyricist should also understand music, how and why it […]
10 Places To Find Inspiration For Songwriting
Finding that spark that starts off your songwriting process can be pretty difficult at times so when I came across an article called 10 Places To Find Inspiration For Songwriting, I was really intrigued to see what it had to say. On finding songwriting inspiration the article states that… “Songwriting can be a somewhat tricky venture. […]
Five Reasons to Keep a Songwriting Journal
If you’re a songwriter and you’re looking for ways to improve your skills, one of the best tools to add to your arsenal is a simple one: keep a songwriting journal. The article from The Essential Secrets of Songwriting blog, titled “Five Reasons to Keep a Songwriting Journal,” delves into the significant benefits of maintaining […]
Crafting Confidence: A Songwriter’s Guide to Beating Self-Doubt
The main thing that destroys the creativity in any songwriter is their own self doubt. We all have it and we all deal with it in our own individual way. I find it strange that the things we take for granted were initially invented or created by individuals who were confident, courageous and passionately determined […]
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 […]