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November 15, 2024 48 mins

Even if you don’t plan on writing music, learning the ins and outs of songwriting is essential to becoming a better singer and performer. From simplifying your music to overcoming busy schedules and writer’s block, join me in exploring essential songwriting tips that are useful both as a singer and songwriter.


In this episode:

  • The importance of making songs your own
  • Stupid simple: why simplicity is essential in songwriting
  • Why writing bad songs is necessary to create good ones
  • Using experimentation to turn familiar riffs into something unique
  • How stripping down to simple chords leads to powerful music
  • Why collaboration is key to creating memorable music
  • What covers can teach you about songwriting
  • The value of finding your voice and style through songwriting experimentation
  • Utilize modern tools and apps to make songwriting accessible
  • How simplifying the process can make songwriting more productive and fulfilling
  • Why scheduling and prioritizing songwriting is crucial—from afterthought to habit
  • Overcome writer’s block with modern tools for inspiration
  • How the concepts of songwriting benefit you overall as a singer

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