Songwriting Resources

The songwriting resources you will find on this website have all been tried and tested. You can't imagine how many things I've tried that didn't work. That's why I thought it would be a good idea to collect those resources that really do help you get better at your craft.

There are some obvious songwriting tools. For example, a pen and a piece of paper. You might also use books, software, instruments, etc. Then there are those tools that are less obvious but just as powerful. Think about how important a collaborator, a proper place or the perfect time to write can be.

There is so much songwriting gear you might want to own. Start with a thing or two. Don't get everything on the first day of your songwriting career because you won't need everything. Too much stuff might even distract you from achieving your goal. Getting only a small amount of equipment at first is more sensible and better for your wallet.

The best songwriting books are written by those who've been there, done that. Luckily, there have been many great amazingly successful songwriters who decided to put pen to paper to share their knowledge and experiences with budding songwriters.

Then there are some videos on the internet you may find interesting. Video interviews with songwriters about their working principles and habits are also awesome to watch. If I were you, I'd watch each one of them and learn. The information in these interviews is invaluable.

I love reading articles about songwriting and songwriters. Sometimes I even print them, or copy them to my Kindle. You probably have some free time to read these every day while you're commuting, waiting for someone or having lunch. In addition, some of the articles are not only useful but funny too.
Some of the best songwriting resources include websites about music, writing, artists, music business. I suggest visiting at least one or two every day to keep in touch with 'what's going on in the world of songwriting'.


Have fun and learn!