Songwriter's Toolbox - Multiple Meanings (Bruce Springsteen)
Songwriter's Toolbox - Multiple Meanings (Bruce Springsteen)
How does a great writer layer meanings in their lyrics? In "Into the Fire", Bruce Springsteen gives us a fantastic exam... Read more
11 Sep 2011
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Songwriter's Toolbox - What are Modes?
Songwriter's Toolbox - What are Modes?
The concept of "modes" perplexes many folks who love writing or listening to music. But the concept is actually very ac... Read more
26 Dec 2010
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Songwriter's Toolbox - Are Titles Massively Important? (Roseanne Cash)
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Here's a great tool to streamline the process of writing a powerful chorus. Bruce Springsteen uses it and so can you.
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Songwriter's Toolbox - Universal Human Experience (Dolly Parton)
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Songwriter's Toolbox - Lyric Writing - Character and Journey (Gillian Welch)
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Songwriter's Toolbox - Creating Contrast using Short Notes and Long Notes (Eagles)
Songwriter's Toolbox - Creating Contrast using Short Notes and Long Notes (Eagles)
One of the most effective ways to make your songs stay fresh, keep listeners interested and really build drama is contra... Read more
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Songwriter's Toolbox - The Power of Everyday Language (Janis Ian)
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Songwriter's Toolbox - The Water and The Conduit (Don Richmond)
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Ever get discouraged in your songwriting? Today's tool helps me get inspired again. It comes from singer-songwriter-in... Read more
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