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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.
“Synthetic Substitution”: How RJD2 Samples Soul Records
In this lesson from RJD2’s From Samples to Songs course, we explore how he approaches soul records and one cut in particular… Tune in!
Lyrical Themes, and the Many Ways to Develop Them…
Writing a page full of lyrics is only half the battle when it comes to developing your song’s meaning… There’s a lot more work to do!
RJD2 on the Art of Sampling (Video)
In this video premier from RJD2’s new course on Soundfly, he talks about the legacy and art of sampling from a creative, composing standpoint.
4 Easy Ways to Pull Off a “Down” Chorus
In this post, pro songwriter Sammy Hakim explains why and how to use a lower-energy chorus in your song to convey clearer emotions.
The Case for Writing Multiple Songs at Once
Would a method of starting more and finishing less songs benefit you? It did for me! Here’s how I utilize this creatively to get more done.
RJD2’s “Smoke and Mirrors:” Crafting a Dramatic Reveal
In this video borrowed from RJD2’s new course on Soundfly, he explains the arrangement mechanism that drives his song “Smoke & Mirrors.”
3 Timeless Songwriting Lessons from Alex Winston
On the heels of her new Splice sample pack, songwriter Alex Winston shares her advice for songwriting ideation and arranging.
3 Ways to Grip Your Listeners With Opening Lines
In today’s music landscape, attention spans are at an all-time low. Grab your listener’s attention right away with lyrical immediacy.