
How to arrange a song in just 5 steps
Once you know how to write a song, learning how to arrange it is the next important part. Musical arrangement is the process of structuring and outlining a song that makes sense using. Continue reading

How to create and use Split Sheets for collaborating songwriters
Not sure how to split the ownership of a co-write? Well, look no further! Here is a quick and simple guide to how to create split sheets, so all writers. Continue reading

FREE ED SHEERAN from ‘ridiculous’ copyright lawsuits [Mike Masnick]
Mike Masnick discusses Ed Sheeran’s frequent appearance in the copyright courts due to “silly lawsuits.” by Mike Masnick of Tech Dirt We’ve written a bunch about how Ed Sheeran recognizes how batshit. Continue reading

Taylor Swift gives masterclass in songwriting at NSAI Awards
Taylor Swift’s acceptance speech for the Songwriter Of The Decade at the Nashville Songwriters Association International 2022 Songwriter Awards was also a mini-mastrer class in songwriting. Swift shared how she. Continue reading

How making playlists can improve your songwriting
Who knew that your everyday shower mix could actually help you write your next big hit? Here’s how… by RAMITA ARORA of SoundFly Whether you hate or love song playlists, whether you. Continue reading

Semisonic’s Dan Wilson on surviving the industry as a songwriter
From “Closing Time” to writing with Adele and Carole King, Wilson explains the small strategies he’s learned to turn musical roadblocks into great songs. by Ron Hart of Spotify For. Continue reading

5 crucial things you need to note for every song you write
Ready to take the song you just wrote to the next level? First, you need to make sure you have these 5 things… by Randi Zimmerman of Symphonic Blog On. Continue reading

How to balance quality and quantity as a songwriter
Is it more important to have a long list of songs on hand or to write chart-toppers? In this post, learn about when either quality or quantity comes first and. Continue reading

12 things I wish I knew before becoming a professional songwriter
You may be more efficient in your path to becoming a professional songwriter if you plan around some of these things that I’ve learned in my own career. Not everyone. Continue reading

4 things Music Publishers want in a Songwriter
It takes more than simply writing decent songs to get signed by a publisher. Here are 4 of the main things that publishers look for in songwriters. by Randi Zimmerman. Continue reading