Posts by Marty Dodson
What’s Going On With the Song Structures in Today’s Music?
It’s like the Wild West in song structure right now on the top 10 Pop Charts. What’s going on? Is it a fad or here to stay? Clay and Marty give their take on how we got here. Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series: This video series will help you level-up your songs and finish…
Read More3 Quick Fixes That Will Take Your Songwriting to the Next Level!
Songs can sound great on first listen, but they often have easy-to-miss flaws that can keep them from succeeding… In this episode, hitmakers Clay Mills and Marty Dodson, share tips on how to fix common songwriting mistakes and elevate your songs quickly. Learn how to avoid getting stuck on a second verse, resolve pronoun and…
Read MoreSongwriters – What You Don’t Know Could Cost You Big
Are you a songwriter trying to navigate the unpredictable waters of the music industry? With an influx of new indie labels and artists, it can feel like the Wild West out there. Unfortunately, many of these new players lack the knowledge and experience to make informed decisions, often costing songwriters time and money. Hit writers…
Read MoreBalancing Songwriting Craft Vs. Inspiration
Multi- #1 songwriters Marty Dodson and Clay Mills discuss craft and how to find inspiration each time you sit down to write. Do you feel like you’re at the mercy of the muse? Flip the script and make the muse work for you! Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series: This video series will help you…
Read MoreI Dare You: A Songwriter’s Challenge
One of the first things I did when I decided to seriously pursue writing as a career was to attend an NSAI Song Camp. I submitted my application and nervously awaited a response to let me know if I was accepted or not. Finally, the day came. There in the stack of mail was a…
Read MoreStop Scrolling and Curate Your Learning
Hit writers Clay Mills & Marty Dodson explain why it’s crucial that you cut through the social media noise and get better at curating your learning. The guys explain why this might be the most important step you can take to achieve songwriting success. SongTown’s Write For Recording Artists CrashCourse : LEARN MORE / SIGN UP…
Read MoreOur Fav Songwriting Books
If you want to reach your songwriting potential, then you need to discover these 6 must-read books! Mutli #1 writers Clay Mills & Marty Dodson share the titles that helped them level-up their own writing and can do the same for you. SongTown on Songwriting Podcast Powered by Sweetwater.com – The best place for musical gear on…
Read MoreIs the Music Business Trying To Keep YOU Out?
Is the music business trying to keep you out? Hit Songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson give their insight on this hot topic and share practical advice to help improve your chances of breaking into the music industry. SongTown on Songwriting Podcast Powered by Sweetwater.com – The best place for musical gear on the planet! Write better…
Read MoreCan You Teach Songwriting? – With Jud Friedman and Jameel “JProof” Roberts
Songwriters Giving Back – Multi #1 Hit Songwriter Marty Dodson sits down with Jud Friedman an Oscar, Grammy and Golden Globe nominated songwriter and Jameel “JProof” Roberts a multi-talented platinum-selling producer, songwriter, and composer/arranger to answer the question, can you teach songwriting? SongTown on Songwriting Podcast Powered by Sweetwater.com – The best place for musical gear on…
Read MoreHow To Talk Your Way Out Of Working With A Pro
Do you want to work with pros in the music business? Too many people talk their way out of opportunities to work with pros by saying the wrong things. Learn what NOT to say to a pro! Hit Songwriters Marty Dodson and Clay Mills talk about some of the biggest bridge burners they have seen…
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