Podcast Show Notes:
Dear Songwriter,
Is your songwriting process starting to feel a little bit stale?
Like you’re starting the same way, continuing the same way, and finishing the same way?
I was feeling this recently, and it brought me to recording this episode on: why shaking things up can be so powerful and how YOU can apply it to your own songwriting.
Why Shake Things Up:
Grow as a Songwriter and Musician:
Breaking free from creative constraints
Embracing evolution in musical style and expression
Break Habits:
Identifying and challenging repetitive chord progressions
Overcoming the comfort of routine for fresh inspiration
Force Yourself Out of Your Comfort Zone:
The importance of discomfort in fostering creativity
Encouraging exploration in songwriting
Try New Styles or Genres:
Experimenting with diverse musical landscapes
Broadening your artistic horizons
How You Can Shake Things Up:
Set Your Own Limitations:
Imposing rules to challenge your creative process
Experimenting with limitations to unlock innovative ideas
Pick a New Starting Point:
Breaking away from your usual instrument at first
Exploring alternative sections to kick off the writing process
Complete Melody and Lyrics Sooner:
Locking into the fundamental elements
Avoiding getting bogged down by the many pathways in the songwriting process
Let's dive into the episode to break down these points and expand your songwriting palette!
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