Songwriting Magazine

Songwriting – ‘at the heart of great music’

Songwriting is a quarterly digital magazine aimed at songwriters and at fans of song-led music – of all genres. We take advice from successful songwriters, producers and industry experts to provide you with tips, techniques, ideas and inspiration to keep the music flowing, from writing lyrics and melodies to advice on how to promote yourself and your songs. Plus you’ll find interviews with big name artists and rising stars, and reviews of new music from pop to hip-hop to soul to rock…

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Even A Tree Can Shed Tears: Japanese Folk & Rock 1969 - 1973

20/10/2017

‘Even A Tree Can Shed Tears: Japanese Folk & Rock 1969-73’ (Album)

The first in an exciting series of compilations exploring Japanese music is an enthralling collection of folk and rock songs…
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19/10/2017

Introducing… OUTLYA

This talented trio have the bombastic pop tunes to match their ambition, it’s a potent formula which should guarantee success…
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18/10/2017

The ultimate Bryan Adams collection?

The renowned purveyor of feel-good rock’n’roll and big ballads offers up his hits and first new songs in two years…
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18/10/2017

‘Drum’ by Gold Class (Album)

Australian punk four-piece bring the world their record of defiance, written from a vulnerable place, lost in a dark world…
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17/10/2017

No Doubt to reissue their debut LP on vinyl

The band’s self-titled 1992 debut album will get the vinyl reissue treatment to mark its 25th anniversary, this coming November…
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16/10/2017

Interview: Nicky Holland

We recently caught up with a songwriter whose resume includes Tears For Fears, John Hughes and a successful solo career…
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15/10/2017

Classic Of The Week: Glen Campbell

For this week’s classic tune we’ve selected a truly beautiful number from one of country music’s royal family. You’re welcome…
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15/10/2017

Interview: Dave Stewart

This synth-pop legend tells us all about the journey which has led him to release an album of country duets…
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14/10/2017

UK & US Songwriting Charts (6 – 21 Oct 2017)

Assisted by Royalty Exchange, we recognise the most successful songwriters behind the biggest hits on both sides of the Atlantic…
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Pink's New Album Is Expected To Be A Success

14/10/2017

Music Industry Predicts Pink Comeback Success

RCA bigwig is backing the singer’s latest album to enter the charts in the Top 10 by targeting No 1…
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13/10/2017

‘Earl Grey’ by Girl Ray (Album)

The road to adulthood is fraught with dramas and despair. Girl Ray document everything in a unique and refreshing way…
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12/10/2017

Interview: Dhani Harrison

The son of the Beatles guitarist takes a break from his many projects to finally release his debut solo album…
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12/10/2017

The Christians return to celebrate 30th anniversary

The 80s soul-pop group celebrate three decades since their debut with ‘Sings & Strings’ greatest hits album and UK tour…
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11/10/2017

‘Psychic Tears’ by Esther Joy (EP)

This London-based songwriter and producer doesn’t stay in one place for too long and her latest EP tells us why…
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Elles Bailey will soon start the last leg of her UK tour

10/10/2017

Elles Bailey gears up for final run of her 2017 UK & Ireland tour

Bristol-based songwriter will head out on the last leg of her highly successful UK tour in just under two weeks…
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09/10/2017

Complete a colourful McCartney collection

The reissue of Sir Paul’s first eight multiple Grammy-winning Archive Collection titles will feature limited edition 180-gram colour vinyl pressings…
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