The Annihilation Song & Inner Workings of Major Labels aka “Who Gets the Million Dollar Radio Campaign?”
First of all I have to credit this blog post to one of my publishing mentors, Steve Lindsey (one of the only o.g. Publishers, who I really respect as far as identifying and developing new talent). I asked Steve … “How can I impress upon the writers and artists on my roster – just what it takes and where the bar is, and how important
#1 Hit Making Secret: Melodic Rhythm!
Let me guess? You’ve been looking far and wide for that “hit songwriting” special sauce, that unique magical hit equation, or I don’t know, a special amulet you can wear around your neck – and that – simply by chanting a magic spell, you can have the power of hit songwriting. Well, good news. Step aside, Gandalf. You’ve found it.
2nd Melodies aka The Riff (The Missing Hit Song Ingredient)
Ahh, the “2nd Melody” aka the vitally important yet usually overlooked magical hit factor of “The Riff.” If you’re not already switched on to this idea, I really think this could be a huge insight for you. Now, not everything can be filtered down into a hit songwriting formula, but if there ever was a cornerstone of hitmaking – this is a core piece. And I remember how I came upon
10X is Easier than 2X – Lessons from Dan Sullivan and MrBeast
Have you ever felt stuck in your songwriting journey, wondering how to make significant progress and achieve remarkable 10X results? If so, I have a game-changing insight to share with you. I’m reading the new Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy book, “10X Is Easier Than 2X,” and it’s shifted my mindset significantly. But first, here’s a quick background on Dan Sullivan….
What You Listen To = How Well You Write
Environment. Environment! Environment!! That’s right, today we’re diving into your “environment” and how environment directly affects your success. In this case we’re specifically going with the premise that “What You Listen To = How Well You Write.” Have you ever heard the saying “you rise (or sink) to the level of your environment”?
Sales Techniques and Concepts for Songwriters & Artists. AKA Suprise – You’re in Sales!
Let’s see – how can I tell you this easily? Well – I hate to break the news to you. Are you sitting down? Because, as far as career choices, I know you really tried to avoid being, for example, a telemarketer or that greeter at your favorite clothing store who comes up and asks, “Hi, may I help you with anything?”
The Hero’s Journey as a Songwriter or Artist (aka Growth is What Happens Between Your Sessions)
If the title of this article caught your attention…then, fantastic. You’re in for a journey… the “hero’s journey” that is. And who exactly is that hero? That hero is you. Make no doubt, your “music heroes” and icons who’ve come before you – the ones you admire and want to be just as good as – were on the journey too. You’re going to follow their path.
Top 5 AI Lyric Writing Generators of 2023
As is the case with everything in 2023, AI is shaking up the world of lyric writing. In fact, we might be within the last generation of songwriters / artists who “don’t” use AI to assist in writing songs. We’ve pulled together 5 of the best lyrics AIs to let you try them out for yourself and see which works best for you and your creative process.
The 5 Best AI Music Generators of 2023
AI music generators create original songs and compositions from nothing, with a simple prompt or a click of a button. AI music generators can be intensely useful for songwriters, simply to give you some ideas or a template to work off of. They can also help you to overcome writer’s block or when you’re feeling devoid of inspiration. Sometimes, even a simple bassline or drum pattern is enough to get you going.
