One of the fundamentals to songwriting is creating contrast between sections. I say “fundamentals” because it is one of the … More
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Song Breakdown: How Olivia Rodrigo Establishes Emotion in “drivers license”
Olivia Rodrigo’s new song “drivers license” has become extremely popular. It takes a pop ballad to the next level with … More
How Quiet Helps Me as a Songwriter
There is a lot of noise out there—a lot of different kinds of noises. I know I can get a … More
Write the First Song
Let’s say you’ve got a songwriting idea. You sit down at your piano or guitar, your notebook in hand. You … More
Write the Next Song 