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Want your songs to hit harder and keep listeners hooked? In this SongTown songwriting lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share five powerful ways to use contrast in your lyrics, melody, and emotion so you can write better songs that stand out. These songwriting tips will help you create stronger sections, fresher ideas, and more…

Great co-writing starts with the right mindset. In this SongTown songwriting lesson, hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share 4 ways amateur songwriters sabotage co-writes—and how to bring better energy, ideas, and collaboration into the writing room. Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series: This video series will help you level-up your songs and finish…

Want your songs to sound more interesting with just a few simple chord moves? In this SongTown songwriting lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down 3 chords every real songwriter should know — including songwriter chords, slash chords, and 6 chords that can help your songs stand out. Clay & Marty’s 10-day video series:…

What turns a clever list into a truly great song? In this SongTown lesson, Marty Dodson and Clay Mills break down how pro songwriters use list songs to create bigger emotion, stronger second verses, and memorable choruses. If you want better songwriting tips and real-world tools for writing better songs, this one’s for you. Clay…

In this SongTown lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down 10 lyric mistakes that can make your songs feel amateur. You’ll learn how to strengthen your big idea, write more conversational lyrics, avoid filler, and make every line support the hook. Stick around for the bonus tip on building your signature style. Clay &…

What separates a serious songwriter from the rest? In this SongTown mini masterclass, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down 3 essential skills every writer needs to master to grow in song craft and write better songs. If you want to level up your songwriting and start thinking like a pro songwriter, this lesson is…

Think your songs sound worse than ever? That may actually be a sign you’re growing as a writer. In this SongTown lesson, we break down 3 real signs you’re becoming a better songwriter, from hearing problems faster to rewriting smarter and writing for connection instead of cleverness. If you want better songs, stronger lyric writing,…

Why should you keep writing songs even if no one hears them? In this SongTown lesson, Marty Dodson and Clay Mills share why songwriting helps you find your voice, grow your confidence, and connect with other songwriters. This is for anyone who wants to write better songs and live a more creative life. Clay &…

How do you write songs that truly connect with listeners? In this SongTown lesson, Marty Dodson and Clay Mills break down pro songwriting tips that help your songs feel honest, believable, and emotionally powerful. Learn how emotional truth, contrast, arc, and audience awareness can turn a good idea into a great song. Clay & Marty’s…

What are the biggest mistakes songwriters make that can hurt both their songs and their careers? In this SongTown lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down the 7 deadly sins of songwriting—from gossip and blame to preachy lyrics, emotional untruth, and turning opinions into facts. If you want to write better songs, build better…