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Grammy Award Winner co-writer of “10,000 Hours” by Dan + Shay and Justin Bieber

Jordan Reynolds has left his mark on the music scene in Nashville, blending classic Country and soulful Pop. In addition to his Grammy Award Winning contributions to “10,000 Hours” he’s scored multiple #1 songs like “Tequila” (2019 AMC Awards Song of the Year) and “Speechless” by Dan + Shay and co-wrote “God Only Knows” by For King & Country.

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Best Dynamic Microphones: A Guide for Musicians

Despite being one of the earliest examples of a microphone in terms of makeup, dynamic mics are still as popular today as ever. These simple and rugged microphones are easily recognizable in their live setting applications, though they come in all shapes and sizes. Not only that, these mics can and have been used in […]

Songwriting Exercises

Unlocking Your Creative Potential: 6 Fun and Effective Songwriting Exercises Every musician has their own songwriting rituals. They’re the tried and true methods for writing your next favorite tune. It can involve anything from sitting down in a coffee shop with your songwriting journal or inviting over a couple of fellow musicians to jam out […]

How to Write a Sad Song

Did you know that grief and sadness are believed to be some of the two strongest emotions on the emotional spectrum?  It’s no surprise then that sad songs are everywhere. Sadness is something everyone can relate to regardless of age, gender, experience, or life situation.  People have been writing and listening to sad songs for […]

What is the Hook in a Song: Exploring the Essential Elements that Keep Us Singing

Having a song stuck in your head can be one of the best and worst things in the world. And it never seems to be the whole song either! It’s always that one line that you find yourself coming back to over and over. It can drive you crazy (or others crazy, depending on how […]

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Best Condenser Mics for Your Home Studio

To the uninitiated, setting up your home recording studio can be a pretty intimidating undertaking. Soundproofing the walls, getting a broad selection of instruments, and having the right DAW and monitors is already a laundry list of to-dos. When you factor in the need for quality mics as well, that list can seem insurmountable. I’ve […]

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The Microphone Buyer’s Guide for Musicians

Getting a set of mics can be the first step to performing your music live or getting your next single recorded and released. Now, while that sounds great on paper, if you’ve ever looked into actually purchasing a microphone, you’ll know things get complicated fast. The world of microphones is a big one. You have […]

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Using Music Theory to Enhance Your Songwriting

“Music theory” is a term that gets thrown around a lot nowadays, particularly by musicians and producers who want to put on airs. The term itself can feel intimidating to those who’ve never studied it, like a subject you need a 4-year degree in to really understand. However, music theory isn’t quite the gatekept academic […]

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What Is An Outro?

The ending of a song can be the most memorable part. It’s the chance for a final word, an epic climax, or a beautiful, quiet goodbye. It’s the chance to make a lasting impression. But writing an outro is easier said than done. As many musicians (me included) will attest, you can go into a […]

What is Music Production—A Beginner’s Guide

Turning a song you’ve written into a professional, studio-made demo is a lot more complicated than you might think. You’ve got your chord progression, your lyrics, and maybe some extra ideas for additional instrumentation bouncing around in your head. However, that’s just the beginning when it comes to producing music. Even if you’re already trying […]

Best Songwriting Courses of 2023

You may have had your lightning-in-a-bottle moments. You were able to get your lyrics down exactly as you want them, or you were able to play the perfect guitar riff. However, replicating that can be tough. That’s where songwriting courses come in. One thing I love about being a songwriter is that there’s always more […]