The Power of ‘We’

Creating a powerful rock anthem is not so much about you or me – it’s about WE. ______________ We usually rate the quality of the music we hear by the quality of the lyrics. In songwriting, the imagery that comes from well-crafted lyrics is everything. The more a song lyric speaks to us, the more it […]

Five Ways to Make Listeners Return to Your Music

Here are five easy ways to increase the likelihood that you’ll build a fan-base for your music. _____________ Download “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” 6-eBook Bundle, and build your audience base, starting right now! _____________ Is there a difference between good music and successful music? I think there is, and most songwriters would agree that it […]

When a Song Doesn’t Work – What Do You Do?

When a song doesn’t work, you may be surprised to find out that the problem is easily solved with one quick little fix. _______________ Get the eBook bundle that thousands of songwriters are using every day to improve their craft! _______________ One of the most aggravating problems with songwriting is when a song just doesn’t […]

Are Your Song Lyrics Working? Try This Little Test

Lyrics need to support the form of your music; verse lyrics are not the same as chorus lyrics. _____________ Download “The Essential Secrets of Songwriting” 6-eBook Bundle, and increase your song’s HIT potential. _____________ Everything progresses in music, not just chords. There’s very little that could be considered random or arbitrary. And that’s a good thing. Progression is what makes listeners […]

Choosing a Song Topic With The “Dig Deeper” Method

Is it possible to choose a compelling song topic when pretty much everything has been sung about? ________________ As pop music evolves, the one thing that seems to have remained constant is: love sells. Whether it’s love as a religious experience (“Locked Out Of Heaven” – Bruno Mars), love that’s not working (“I Knew You […]

Comparing Verse and Bridge Song Sections

Here are some key differences between verse and bridge sections of your song. Similar structure, but different duties. In songs that use verse-chorus formats, there’s a relatively predictable way the structure works: things tend to alternate between ambiguous and clear. When you compare verse and chorus melodies, for example, you’ll often (though not always) find […]