Songwriting Advice
Free Music Managers
Ever dreamed of having a personal guide to navigate the chaotic world of music without spending a dime? Picture a savvy, street‐smart m...
The Core Emotion Method (CEM): A 5 Step Lyric Workflow
Welcome to the CEM. That stands for Core Emotion Method. Say it like it is. This is not a philosophy class. This is a practical, slight...
How To Make Your Own Lyrics For A Song
You want lyrics that hit like a punchline and stick like gum on the subway floor. You want words that feel true, singable, and not like...
How to Write Lyrics About Expressive Arts
You want songs that smell like oil paint, move like a tango, and sting like a bad review. You want lyrics that not only describe art bu...
How to Write Instrumental Hip Hop Lyrics
You found an instrumental beat that slaps and now you need words that fit the pocket and make people replay. Maybe the beat is dusty bo...
How to Write a Song About Game Shows
You want a song that sounds like confetti and anxiety at the same time. You want the chorus to be something a thousand people can chant...
Música Popular (Colombia) Songwriting Advice
Si quieres que un público de fiestas, tarima y parranda te recuerde por el coro, estás en el lugar correcto. La música popular colombia...
How to Write a Song About Art And Culture
You want a song that makes people look twice. You want listeners to feel the paint on their fingers without being lectured. You want cu...
How to Write Lyrics About Pattern
Patterns are the secret currency of great songs. We notice them everywhere. The way your ex keeps apologizing then disappears. The same...
Derek Birkett, MD/A&R at One Little Indian Contact Details
As a musician, getting your music in front of the right people can be a daunting task. One of the most influential figures in the music...