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The singer with York’s indie guitar heroes looks back on the creation of an anthem from the band’s Britpop heyday...
Before the Irish band’s singer tragically died in 2018, she told us how this classic 90s rock song was created...
The Wolverhampton singer-songwriter reveals how his debut single earned him a tour with Foo Fighters and an Ivor Novello award...
Songwriting coach James Linderman advises on the best use of these lesser-known chords, and how they can ‘augment’ your song...
Origin stories of over 40 much-loved hits from the 60s to the present day, as told by the songwriters themselves!...
First of a two-part article, in which Berklee Music’s James Linderman looks at chord quality and the moods they create...
Imitation isn’t just a sincere form of flattery, it’s also a good way for novice melody-makers to hone their craft...
Berkleemusic Ambassador James Linderman offers up some advice for those who do the bulk of their songwriting on the guitar...
If the piano is your primary songwriting instrument, here are some tips to help you get more out of it...
James Linderman explains why plan B might be better than plan A as you decide the best melodies and chords...
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