Avoid Burning Bridges As A Songwriter (Pro Advice)

Multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson explain correct music business etiquette when when working with artists, labels, and managers. In today’s songwriter podcast episode learn what NOT to do in 5 key situations; so that you avoid burning bridges as a songwriter. Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series: This video series will help you…

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What NOT To Do While Co-Writing (The Worst Songwriting Fails)

Multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share epic cowriting fails. With over 10,000 co-writing sessions between them they have seen it all… and it’s not all good! Don’t make these mistakes! 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…

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How To Write Love Songs (Pro Songwriting Techniques)

Multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson discuss pro songwriting techniques for how to write love songs. Techniques used by hitmakers from John Mayer to Ed Sheeran. Learn why few songs succeed and how to hit the mark with your love songs. Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series: This video series will help you level-up…

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We Critiqued 2,000 People’s Songs (Here’s What We Learned)

Multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson critiqued over 2,000 member songs in 3 years at SongTown. These are the most common songwriting mistakes they found. Don’t make these! 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: Mastering Melody…

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In The Writer’s Room with Thompson Square

The hit country music duo, Thompson Square, stops by the SongTown on SongTown Podcast to talk about their career, songwriting, and then perform a stellar song in-studio from Shawna’s new solo project. Kiefer and Shawna’s journey will inspire you and entertain you! Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series: This video series will help you level-up…

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Writing Up: How The Pros Approach Songwriting

Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share one of the biggest mistakes aspiring songwriters make. What is “Writing Up” and why will it keep you from achieving your goals in the songwriting biz.. The SongTown on Songwriting podcast is not “tips and tricks” for songwriters. It’s real-world techniques used by top pros day in and day…

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How Long Does It Take To Make It As A Songwriter?

Hit songwriters Marty Dodson and Clay Mills give real pro songwriting advice on how long it takes to make it in the music business. They say Nashville is a ten year town… Making your songs rise above the the curve is crucial in shortening that time. Let’s get your pro mindset right with SongTown’s real-world…

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Why Publishers Can’t Save Songwriters (2024)

In this episode “Why Publishers Can’t Save Songwriters (2024)”, we delve into the roles of music publishers and the reality of how they impact songwriters. Join multi #1 songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson as they share valuable insights and pro songwriter tips to help you navigate the business of hit songwriting. This is a…

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Why Good Songs Don’t Stand Out

Marty Dodson and Clay Mills give pro tips on how to make your songs stand out. There are more than 100,000 songs a day uploaded to Spotify. Making your songs rise above is crucial. Good is not good enough. Let’s fix that with SongTown’s real-world writing advice. Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series: This video…

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Kyle Daniel: Rising Star in Roots Rock Takes Off

Today’s episode of SongTown on Songwriting features an exclusive interview with rising star Kyle Daniel, a talented artist/songwriter making waves in the roots rock and country scenes. Kyle visits the SongTown Studios and shares his amazing journey down a rocky indie road to his new major label album release Kentucky Gold on SnakeFarm records… he’s…

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