Because of the way major labels time their releases for chart placements, you may want to consider avoiding that congestion with yours…
Student Spotlight: Zubair on the Importance of “Sleeping on It” While Songwriting
In this edition of Student Spotlight, we chat with songwriter Zubair on the importance of taking a step back from your song while you write.
Why a “Middle 8” Is NOT a Bridge
Unlike Bridges which take a song from an A to a B section, Middle 8s give us something to bite into between an A and another A. Let’s discuss.
How and Why to Keep a Listening Journal (and a Template to Get You Started)
Music education is much more than online videos and practicing scales, here’s how to actively engage with music by simply listening.
Student Spotlight: Nabil Khazzaka on His Unique, Theatrical Electronic Pop Music
In this edition of Student Spotlight, we finally catch up with a longtime Soundfly member on his intensely dramatic, theatrical pop sound.
A Harmonic Analysis of Backstreet Boys’ “I Want It That Way”
One of the biggest pop songs of all time, and the most “boy bandiest” of boy band hits, “I Want It That Way” features some savy theory…
A Beginner’s Guide to Chords and Modal Interchange
Making chords from the scale you’re in is fine, but borrowing notes and bringing them in from other scales and modes, now that’s fun!
7 Smart Tips for Co-Writing Songs Remotely
This Guest OpEd covers some lesser known yet essential pieces of advice for collaborating in a digital songwriting environment.
Student Spotlight: Electronic Producer Neebu on Empathizing With Oneself
In the latest edition of Student Spotlight, we help fill out the story of the secretive yet prolific EDM producer, Neebu.
Alternative Approaches to Songwriting When You’re Stuck
In this short lesson from our beginner-level New Songwriter’s Workshop course, we share some tips to get you brainstorming if you’re stuck.