Songwriting Advice
How to Write Operatic Pop Songs
You want drama that slaps and a hook that refuses to leave the shower. You want orchestral swells but you also want fans to sing along ...
Jim Catino, VP A&R at Sony Music Contact Details
Jim Catino is a renowned music industry professional, currently serving as the Vice President of A&R (Artists and Repertoire) at So...
Tori Amos - Silent All These Years Song Lyric Breakdown For Songwriters
Want to steal craft ideas from one of the most intimate piano songs of the early 1990s and actually use them in your own songwriting? G...
Cliff Chenfeld, Co-Owner at Razor & Tie (NY) Contact Details
Cliff Chenfeld is a renowned music industry executive and co-owner of Razor & Tie, a New York-based independent record label, music...
How to Write Free Tekno Songs
You want raw energy that rattles the floor and makes necks move. You want loops that feel illegal in the best way. You want a track tha...
How to Write Turntablism Songs
You want tracks that sound like a DJ is telling a story with vinyl, controllers, and a ruthless sense of timing. You want routines that...
How to Write Acid Jazz Songs
You want a song that smells like vinyl and gets people moving without them knowing exactly why. Acid jazz is where jazz sophistication ...
Mike Smith, MD at Sony Music UK Contact Details
Mike Smith is a highly respected and influential figure in the music industry, currently serving as the Managing Director of Sony Music...
Judy Stapp, Analyst at VH1 Contact Details
Judy Stapp is an esteemed analyst at VH1, a leading American cable television network owned by ViacomCBS. As an analyst, Judy plays a c...
Damon Booth, VP, A&R at Big Deal Music Contact Details
Damon Booth is a highly respected and accomplished music industry professional, currently holding the position of Vice President, A&...