Best SongTown Podcasts (2024)

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Why Publishers Can't Save Songwriters (2024) 13:21

17h ago13:21

13:21

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 235 - CHARLIE PEACOCK ("Every Heartbeat") 1:09:16

31m ago1:09:16

1:09:16

GRAMMY-winning producer, artist, and songwriter Charlie Peacock defies categorization. Paul chats with him about everything from his early days on the Norther California jazz scene, to writing hits for the Christian music world, to producing everyone from the Civil Wars to Switchfoot. PART ONE: Scott and Paul talk about aging, the Rolling Stones co…

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Why Good Songs Don't Stand Out 18:29

7d ago18:29

18:29

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 234 - MADELEINE PEYROUX ("Don't Wait Too Long") 1:12:30

15d ago1:12:30

1:12:30

Acclaimed genre-crossing songwriter and interpreter Madeleine Peyroux takes stock of her songwriting over the years and shares insights into the creation of her latest album. PART ONE Paul and Scott talk music books, the value of recording, and whether or not performers should stick to a strict or loose interpretation of a song when performing live…

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Kyle Daniel: Rising Star in Roots Rock Takes Off 26:00

7d ago26:00

26:00

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Guest: Kyle Daniel : Website Ho…

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Unlocking Your Songwriting Superpower (Pro Tips) 13:20

21d ago13:20

13:20

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 233 - BRUCE HORNSBY ("The Way It Is") 1:20:47

19d ago1:20:47

1:20:47

Three-time GRAMMY winner and musical omnivore Bruce Hornsby chats about his wide-ranging career, from pop to bluegrass to jazz! PART ONE: Paul and Scott talk about their Instagram, a wild Genesis fact, and more. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Bruce Hornsby ABOUT BRUCE HORNSBY: Thirteen-time Grammy nominee and three-time winner Bruce Horns…

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Life Drama vs. Song Idea 14:38

21d ago14:38

14:38

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Why Good Songs Fail: Character Flaws 7:50

1M ago7:50

7:50

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Target Writing: How The Pros Write Songs 15:35

1M ago15:35

15:35

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 232 - RACHEL PLATTEN ("Fight Song") 1:10:46

1M ago1:10:46

1:10:46

You might know Rachel Platten for the wildly successful "Fight Song," but she's in the middle of a renaissance that's bringing her artistry into a new era. PART ONE: Paul and Scott give their unfiltered responses to the new-ish 4-part Stax Records documentary streaming on Max. PART TWO: Our in-depth conversation with Rachel Platten. ABOUT RACHEL PL…

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Troy Cartwright: From Major Label Artist To Indie Streaming Success 38:36

2M ago38:36

38:36

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Guest: Troy Cartwright : Websit…

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Where You Can Find Great Song Ideas 10:11

2M ago10:11

10:11

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 231 - JUDAH AKERS of Judah & the Lion ("Take it All Back") 58:55

2M ago58:55

58:55

Nashville-based platinum-selling indie artist Judah Akers of Judah & the Lion goes deep on the five stages of grief and finding beauty in the midst of pain. PART ONE Paul and Scott dive deep on how Nashville has transformed into a very different kind of "Music City USA." PART TWO Our in-depth conversation with Judah Akers ABOUT JUDAH AKERS Judah Ak…

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You Have To Be Born A Great Songwriter: True or False? 10:21

2M ago10:21

10:21

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Great Songwriters Don't Wait For Inspiration! 11:02

2M ago11:02

11:02

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 230 - CAROLYN DAWN JOHNSON ("The Day I Die") 1:23:17

2M ago1:23:17

1:23:17

With an ACM Top New Female Vocalist win and nearly 20 Canadian Country Music Awards, the chart-topping Carolyn Dawn Johnson chats about everything from her songwriting successes to her artist career to her co-writing with Chris Stapleton. PART ONE Paul and Scott dive deep on their opinions about the recently-announced Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induc…

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Why Good Songs Fail: 4 Huge Reasons! 12:27

2M ago12:27

12:27

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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How To Write a Great Song Every Time 13:00

3M ago13:00

13:00

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 229 - DREW HOLCOMB ("American Beauty") 1:17:56

3M ago1:17:56

1:17:56

Folkie Americana indie hero Drew Holcomb joins us to chat about the songwriting process and which of his songs he's not a fan of! PART ONE Scott and Paul debrief the experience of recently seeing the 74-year-old Bruce Springsteen perform with the energy of a teenager PART TWO Our in-depth conversation with Drew Holcomb ABOUT DREW HOLCOMB Memphis na…

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Writing with Artists vs. Writing to Pitch 12:26

3M ago12:26

12:26

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Taking Lyrics from Good to Great: 4 Pro Tips 12:30

3M ago12:30

12:30

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 228 - NICKEL CREEK ("Celebrants") 1:11:11

3M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

Grammy winners and astonishingly fabulous musicians Chris Thile, Sean Watkins, and Sara Watkins of Nickel Creek join us to chat about their fresh approach to songwriting on their most recent album, Celebrants. PART ONE Paul and Scott chat about musical virtuosity, Beyonce, Ricky Skaggs, and the blending of musical genres. PART TWO Our in-depth conv…

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Pros Reveal Top Secrets To Songwriting Success 15:36

4M ago15:36

15:36

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Top Songwriting Biz Tips: Avoid These Mistakes 14:06

4M ago14:06

14:06

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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The Pro Songwriter Mindset: Clay and Marty React to Viewer Comments 19:55

4M ago19:55

19:55

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 227 - ALAN BERGMAN ("The Way We Were") 1:12:50

4M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

Ninety-eight-year-old Songwriters Hall of Famer Alan Bergman chats with us about a wide-ranging career that started with Johnny Mercer and continues to today. PART ONE Paul and Scott talk about the Abba Voyage virtual concert and scare themselves with the possibilities of digital technology. PART TWO Our in-depth interview with Alan Bergman ABOUT A…

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Transform Your Songwriting: Our Best 5 Tips 18:11

4M ago18:11

18:11

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Songwriting Jumpstarts 14:01

4M ago14:01

14:01

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 226 - NORAH JONES ("Come Away with Me") + profile on Tish Melton 1:30:31

4M ago1:30:31

1:30:31

SUMMARY: Norah Jones joins us to chat about her new album Visions and the evolution of her songwriting since she took the world by storm in 2002. Afterward, stick around for a very special conversation with Tish Melton. The 18-year-old songwriter discusses her new Brandi-Carlile produced EP and more. PART ONE: Paul and Scott reflect on Norah Jones'…

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Why Talent Is Overrated 15:15

5M ago15:15

15:15

New Songwriting Course! Check out our new 3-week CrashCourse, "Adding More Heart To Your Songs" and change your writing forever! CLICK HERE! Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: Mastering Melody Writing : Check It Out Song B…

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How K.I.S.S. Will Transform Your Songwriting Process 11:19

5M ago11:19

11:19

New Songwriting Course! Check out our new 3-week CrashCourse, "Adding More Heart To Your Songs" and change your writing forever! CLICK HERE! Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: Mastering Melody Writing : Check It Out Song B…

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Ep. 225 - CHARLIE STARR of Blackberry Smoke ("Dig a Hole") 1:19:21

5M ago1:19:21

1:19:21

Blackberry Smoke frontman and primary songwriter Charlie Starr goes deep on his music's Southern roots and wide-ranging appeal. PART ONE Paul and Scott talk Pearl Jam's new single, how travel defines fanhood, and why Blackberry Smoke are a force to be reckoned with when it comes to playing live. PART TWO Our in-depth interview with Charlie Starr AB…

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Mastering Co-writing: Strategies to Overcome Obstacles and Avoid Breakups 12:36

5M ago12:36

12:36

New Songwriting Course! Check out our new 3-week CrashCourse, "Adding More Heart To Your Songs" and change your writing forever! CLICK HERE! Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: Mastering Melody Writing : Check It Out Song B…

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Ep. 224 - BOBBY RUSH ("Chicken Heads") 1:22:25

5M ago1:22:25

1:22:25

90-year-old blues legend Bobby Rush joins us for a wide-ranging and revealing conversation about songwriting, music, life, and so much more! PART ONE: Scott and Paul chat about Scott's experiences at the Grammy awards, including running into Ted Danson, Jason Isbell, Verdine White, and others. Plus seeing the Killer Mike drama go down and getting s…

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Navigating the Rollercoaster: Life as a Songwriter 14:49

5M ago14:49

14:49

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! Help is available for the down times through: Better Help: Website MusiCares: Website Porter's Call: Website SongTown Press Books: Mastering Melody Writing : Check It Out Song Building: Mastering Lyric Writing…

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The "Preachy Lyric" Songwriting Trap 11:01

6M ago11:01

11:01

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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Ep. 223 - DUFF McKAGAN of Guns N' Roses ("Civil War") 1:19:36

6M ago1:19:36

1:19:36

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Duff McKagan, best known as a member of Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver, talks about writing songs with his legendary bandmates, a few of his various side projects, and his genre-spanning recent album, Lighthouse. PART ONE Scott and Paul shout out some Patreon supporters and reflect on the small handful of artists who, l…

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CJ Solar Unplugged: Revealing His Path to Becoming a Hit Writer 19:01

6M ago19:01

19:01

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Guest: CJ Solar : Website : Ins…

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The Erin Enderlin Interview: "Last Call" 27:22

6M ago27:22

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Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Guest: Erin Enderlin : Website …

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Ep. 222 - AUDLEY FREED ("Peace Pipe") 1:31:34

6M ago1:31:34

1:31:34

SUMMARY: Audley Freed founded the band Cry of Love before going on to become a well-known guitarist for the Black Crowes, the Dixie Chicks, Sheryl Crow, and many others. He sits down with Songcraft at his Nashville home to go deep on his own fandom, the kind of musician he tries to be, and how his riffs have kickstarted some great songs. PART ONE: …

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Brian Davis: Messing With Memories and Songs 21:02

6M ago21:02

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Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Guest: Brian Davis : Instagram …

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In The Writer's Room With John King 17:31

6M ago17:31

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Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Guest: John King : Website : In…

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Ep. 221 - JD SOUTHER ("The Best of My Love") 1:40:09

6M ago1:40:09

1:40:09

SUMMARY: Songwriters Hall of Famer JD Souther joins Scott and Paul for an in-depth interview to kick off the New Year! PART ONE: Paul and Scott welcome two very special guests (ages 8 and 5) to help set the tone for the new year. Plus they reveal the clever message a listener sent in to win the Stax Christmas LP from the last episode. PART TWO: Our…

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Moments That Change Your Songwriting Fate Forever 17:19

7M ago17:19

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Kickoff 2024 with the SongTown MasterClass for Songwriters. Led by multi-#1/Grammy nominated songwriters... Clay Mills & Marty Dodson. Our students have gone on to write #1 songs in pop, alternative, bluegrass, and country! Small hands-on classes with pro-feedback and guidance. APPLY HERE! Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video seri…

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How Songwriters Can Crush It In 2024! 16:48

7M ago16:48

16:48

Kickoff 2024 with the SongTown MasterClass for Songwriters. Led by multi-#1/Grammy nominated songwriters... Clay Mills & Marty Dodson. Our students have gone on to write #1 songs in pop, alternative, bluegrass, and country! Small hands-on classes with pro-feedback and guidance. APPLY HERE! Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video seri…

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In The Writer's Room With Big Kenny 18:28

7M ago18:28

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Kickoff 2024 with the SongTown MasterClass for Songwriters. Led by multi-#1/Grammy nominated songwriters... Clay Mills & Marty Dodson. Our students have gone on to write #1 songs in pop, alternative, bluegrass, and country! Small hands-on classes with pro-feedback and guidance. APPLY HERE! Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video seri…

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In The Writer's Room With Jamie Floyd 19:24

7M ago19:24

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Kickoff 2024 with the SongTown MasterClass for Songwriters. Led by multi-#1/Grammy nominated songwriters... Clay Mills & Marty Dodson. Our students have gone on to write #1 songs in pop, alternative, bluegrass, and country! Small hands-on classes with pro-feedback and guidance. APPLY HERE! Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video seri…

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Ep. 220 - STAX CHRISTMAS with Deanie Parker, William Bell, and Carla Thomas 1:11:48

7M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

SUMMARY In this very special holiday episode of Songcraft, we're taking it back to Christmas at Stax, featuring conversations with some of the luminaries of the storied Memphis label that dominated Southern soul music in the 1960s and 70s. You'll hear from Deanie Parker, William Bell, and Carla Thomas as we celebrate the season and close the book o…

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Choosing The Best Song Angle Is Crucial 11:38

8M ago11:38

11:38

Write better songs faster! Clay & Marty's 10-day video series will help you level-up your songs and finish them faster. CLICK HERE to begin! SongTown Press Books: 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 Hosts: Clay Mills : Facebook : …

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