Almost all chords in popular songwriting are constructed using triads. Jack Jennings explains what they are and how they work...
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James Linderman explains why plan B might be better than plan A as you decide the best melodies and chords...
New monthly columnist Lisa Redford is a British singer-songwriter based in NYC. This month, she looks at tackling writer’s block...
Though it may seem to defy musical logic, chorus rhythms are usually longer than verse rhythms. Gary Ewer explains why…...
In part 2 of our guide to getting started in recording, we look at the hardware options – and smartphone...
If you’ve written some songs, want to record them but don’t know where to start… then here’s where to start!...
We’ve scoured the depths of YouTube to bring you a half dozen video clips which provide some priceless songwriting tips...
How I wrote 'Turning Japanese' by The Vapors' David Fenton
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Song-by-Song: 'The Empire Windrush' by Dubwiser
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How I wrote 'Enola Gay' by OMD's Andy McCluskey
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Shelf help: 25 of the best books for songwriters [March 2023]
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How I wrote Art Garfunkel's 'Bright Eyes' by Mike Batt
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16 song starters
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How I wrote 'Light My Fire' by The Doors' Robby Krieger
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Songs In The Key Of... The Korg MS-20
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How I wrote 'Scooby Snacks' by Fast of Fun Lovin' Criminals
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How I wrote 'Handbags And Gladrags' by Mike d'Abo
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