If you want to study a “great songwriter” for our modern times, then you should definitely research the name “Max Martin.” He was born Martin Sandberg in 1971. The Swedish songwriter has written or co-written more than 20 number-one hit songs on the Billboard Hot 100 charts. Any of these songs ring a bell? Katy…
A songwriter once said, “People like cheese.” He was referring to cheesy lyrics, the kind where anyone can sing-a-long and though the words don’t always make sense together, seem silly, or they’re not even words, people still love these cheesy songs like “Who Let The Dogs Out” or “MMMBop.” If you want to be a…
So you want to be a songwriter- Whether you’re looking to turn songwriting into a career or just a new hobby, there are several aspects involved in perfecting the craft. First, it’s important that you are dedicated to working hard at learning the necessary skills involved with this particular activity. It is okay if you…
In today’s music industry, songwriting is definitely the key to your musical future. I tell my students that the three things you need most are: a great voice, a great look, and songwriting ability, in order to break into the business. Many people have the idea that if they write some words to a “beat”…
