Posts with tag how-to-produce-a-song

News | May 15, 2019 by Hollin Jones

Multiple prizes are up for grabs and all you have to do is follow Tobtok, AKA George and Oliver Nelson on Spotify and check out their latest track. Here's all the details you need to know.

News | Feb 14, 2019 by Hollin Jones

We know that AI is the coming thing, but what if it could help you write songs? Well just maybe, it can.

Tutorial | Aug 19, 2018 by Rich Tozzoli

The right mindset is just as important as having technical skills when it comes to succeeding at the music game. Here are some insider tips to help you get to where you want to be.

Tutorial | Mar 02, 2018 by Hollin Jones

The Beatles pioneered the use of chord sequences that came to define popular music. In this short video, Matt Freiman reveals how they did it - and its simplicity may surprise you.

Tutorial | Sep 07, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Being original can be one of the toughest parts of composing new music. Here are five steps to help you avoid repetition and come up with some truly new ideas.

Review | Aug 06, 2017 by Matt Vanacoro

Bringing together a bunch of tools that can help you write and develop songs, Writer's Session offers most of its functions for free and lives on your iOS device. Matt Vanacoro checked it out.

Tutorial | Jul 23, 2017 by G.W. Childs IV

Forcing yourself to finish songs rather than leaving them to gather dust for years can be a positive experience. G.W Childs outlines five reasons why this is true.

Tutorial | Nov 05, 2016 by G.W. Childs IV

Some of the most popular and inspiring music was created in the midst of personal or global adversity and pain. In this article GW Childs shares 5 tips to help turn frustration into finished songs.

Tutorial | Sep 15, 2015 by Joe Albano

So you're ready to record, mix and master that song/album/soundtrack? Joe Albano is here to ensure you don't succumb to any common pitfalls during the process. These tips should help...

Tutorial | Aug 21, 2015 by Sara Simms

Are you curious about writing pop songs? If you're an established or aspiring writer who's interested in writing pop music, here are a few tips on how to craft better pop songs.

Tutorial | Aug 07, 2015 by G.W. Childs IV

Whether you perform live or produce in a studio, it's likely that you've covered a song or track before. That's a good thing! In this article G.W. Childs offers 10 tips to make your covers better.

Review | Jul 09, 2015 by Hollin Jones

Choose the right audio plug-ins and you can take your singer/songwriter productions to new heights'¦ Here's eight that Hollin Jones recommends.

News | Jan 16, 2014 by Rounik Sethi

WIN the $1,800 Toontrack Superior Bundle in the latest MPV SongCraft Remix Contest! Simply log-in/sign-up for FREE, download stems, remix & submit before end of January 31st, 2014. [CLOSED]

Editorial | Jun 15, 2013 by G.W. Childs IV

What came first, the music or the mood? G. W. Childs shares muses over the effect music has on our emotional states and questions whether the music we listen to it is responsible, or not.

Tutorial | Feb 13, 2011 by G.W. Childs IV

It's almost that most 'loving' time of the year, and as musicians, we are uniquely poised to make the most of Valentine's day! Why? Because nothing woos the heart of a man, woman, or small animal like