Aug 3, 2026
A broken piano, an ugly font, a wandering mind, and an awkward co-write — Marty and Clay dig into four ways frustration and limitations can actually make you a better songwriter. From Keith Jarrett turning a rehearsal piano into the best-selling piano solo album of all time, to Michael McDonald writing a classic on a toy keyboard, the lesson is the same: the obstacle is often where the magic is. Write on!
Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series:
This video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin!
SongTown Press Books:
Next Level Lyric Writing: Check It Out
Mastering Melody Writing : Check It Out
Song Building: Mastering Lyric Writing : Check It Out
The Songwriter’s Guide To Mastering Co-Writing : Check It Out
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Songwriting Success is Clay & Marty's 10-day video series that will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. Enter your email address to get started!