A few simple tricks like keeping a journal, taking a walk, or creating something in a different artform, for example, can help you to break out of your creative rut. The main goal of these tricks is to look at the bigger picture of your current creative process, and why you’re currently stuck.
Read MoreSongwriting has never been a clear-cut science where you can always apply the same formulas and magically create a great melody. There are however a few tricks we could use to improve like opening with a large interval, using a rhythmic phrase, using stable vs. unstable notes, and going up & down.
Read MoreWriting good lyrics for a song is hands down one of the hardest aspects of the songwriting process. At least for me, it is, because I've had this problem myself so many times, and over the past few years I've learned a couple of tips and tricks to work my way around this problem. So here are 7 tips to write song lyrics without having any inspiration.
Read MoreThe truth is that you can start learning a musical instrument at any age, as long as you put in enough hours. Of course, your body isn’t as flexible anymore when you are of a certain age, so playing the guitar for example can be quite a challenge for some. But it’s not impossible to do.
Read MoreWe often expect ourselves to immediately write down some wonderful song lyrics. But this is a huge burden that is actually holding us back. Try writing down an experience, story, or dream first, this gives you a starting point from where your inspiration can flow.
Read MoreWith enough practice and hard work, anyone with a voice can learn how to sing really well. Of course, talent plays a major role in how quickly and easily you are going to learn. But that doesn’t mean you’re not able to become a great singer if you’re not born with great singing talent.
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