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Flip Method #2 – Magnifying
3 August 2023
Consider the commonly known cliché “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend”. It’s very relatable because it’s known so…
Analyzing Songs
Music
Exploring Minor Line Clichés
29 July 2023
Since we previously learnt about major line clichés in this article, we will now learn about its darker…
Creative Practice
Lyric Writing
Music
Balancing Truth and Fact
28 July 2023
A common struggle among beginner songwriters is the notion that they can only write about experiences that have…
Lyric Writing
Music
Flip Method #1 – Replacing
27 July 2023
Clichés are convenient ways to express ourselves but because they’re so well known, they can make our writing…
Music
How to Write a Song – Stand Out with The Bridge
24 July 2023
In the world of songwriting, the bridge holds a special place. It acts as a contrasting section within…
Analyzing Songs
Music
Explaining Major Line Clichés
22 July 2023
There are many techniques we can use to spice up our chord progressions, and the one we’ll learn…
Lyric Writing
Music
Write Small Moments, Not Big Themes
21 July 2023
A common pitfall of many songwriters is to try and tackle grand themes from the start. In this…
Lyric Writing
Music
How to Write Your Best Lyrics: The Flip Method
21 July 2023
Tired of your lyrics? Can’t seem to create anything that sounds interesting or original? Well you’re in luck…
Chorus Writing
Music
How to Write a Song – A Catchy Chorus
17 July 2023
When it comes to songwriting, the chorus plays a crucial role in capturing the listeners’ attention and making…
Analyzing Songs
Music
Music Theory for Songwriters
Chord Tricks to Learn from “Something” by The Beatles
16 July 2023
George Harrison’s song ‘Something’ (on The Beatles’ iconic 1969 album Abbey Road) contains 4 exquisite chord moves –…
Analyzing Songs
Creative Practice
Lyric Writing
Music
Essential Songwriting Tips for Beginners
14 July 2023
Amidst all the doubts and fears, it can be difficult to know where to begin when songwriting. All…
Music
The Pedal Note Exercise
12 July 2023
Here, you will be introduced to a guitar exercise that will not only help you build speed and…
Melody Writing
Music
How to Write a Song – Creating the Melody
10 July 2023
When it comes to songwriting, one crucial element that can make or break a composition is the melody.…
Analyzing Songs
Music
Music Theory for Songwriters
Song Analysis – ‘You Oughta Know’ by Alanis Morissette
8 July 2023
Alanis Morissette’s 90’s smash hit ‘You Oughta Know’ has three weird and wonderful musical moves that make it…
Lyric Writing
Music
A Songwriter’s Enemy – Mistaking Universal Ideas for Generic
5 July 2023
There’s a surprising enemy that lurks in the good intentions of songwriters chasing the ‘universal’ song lyric. In…