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What’s Your Song’s Focus? Find Out with The Campfire Test!
24 August 2025
Imagine you’re sitting around a campfire with a bunch of your friends. The sun is setting, and someone…
Music
Music Theory for Songwriters
Here’s 2 Simple Ways to Erase Music Theory Confusion Forever
19 June 2025
If you’ve ever found music theory overwhelming, you’re not alone. Many songwriters feel frustrated —bogged down by dense…
Analyzing Songs
Creative Practice
Lyric Writing
Song Form
The Unexpected Secret Behind this Popular Song
15 June 2025
Many songwriters think that there are only a few traditional song forms which they can use to write…
Creative Practice
Habits of Success
Music
Stuck? This One Change Made Me Write 20 Songs in a Year
2 June 2025
A few weeks ago, I asked some songwriters here what was stopping them from writing more.Here are just…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Melody Writing
Music
3 Expert Tips to Write Killer Choruses Instantly
15 May 2025
Crafting a memorable chorus can feel intimidating for many songwriters – even the most experienced ones. But what…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Music
Unlock Powerful Rhythms with These 12 Fingerpicking Patterns
2 May 2025
If you’re a songwriter who uses guitar as your main instrument whilst songwriting, you may have run into…
Lyric Writing
Standing in the Spotlight: The Secret Power of a Song’s First Line
29 April 2025
Learn how to write song lyrics that stand out—using tension-driven first lines that grab attention and keep listeners…
Lyric Writing
Here’s How to Write Breathtaking Lyrics
11 April 2025
Every songwriter dreams of writing lyrics that resonate, tell compelling stories, and evoke deep emotions. Yet, even the…
Analyzing Songs
Paul McCartney’s Secret Technique for Beautiful Chords
2 April 2025
Paul McCartney’s “Blackbird” is not only one of the most iconic songs of all time, but it’s also…
Analyzing Songs
Chorus Writing
Lyric Writing
Melody Writing
Uncovering Songwriting Techniques with Joni Mitchell’s “Both Sides Now”
19 March 2025
Joni Mitchell is a songwriting legend whose techniques continue to inspire musicians and lyricists around the world. In…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Lyric Writing
Music
Make Your Songs Twice As Good with Power Positions
12 March 2025
Every songwriter dreams of creating lyrics that not only tell a story but also resonate emotionally with the…
Creative Practice
Generating Ideas for Lyrics
Habits of Success
Music
Lacking Motivation? Here’s How to Reignite Your Passion for Songwriting
4 March 2025
For many songwriters, a big question they ask themselves on a daily basis is “Should I even write…
Chorus Writing
Creative Practice
Generating Ideas for Lyrics
Lyric Writing
Melody Writing
Music
Song Form
How to Write a Song – 5 Simple Steps
23 February 2025
Have you ever struggled to turn your lyrical or melodic ideas into a complete song? Whether you’re an…
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The Big Problem with Writing Melody First
13 February 2025
I recently got a message from one of the songwriters in our membership Community, Leigh Ann, who expressed a…
Creative Practice
Habits of Success
Music
When “Do What You Love” Fails You
21 January 2025
One question I’ve been asking songwriters who feel stuck is “what gets in the way of you writing…