Pro songwriter Simon Parker, who has had songs placed on albums and major film / TV (NBC/HBO) discusses the songwriting process and introduces the creative ideas he uses to tackle the business side of the music industry. Episodes delve into all things songwriting, including the good and bad such as how exciting getting that first song placement was, and the struggles with anxiety and depression songwriters can feel, especially those that have difficulty making money from their creations. He will discuss avenues to pursue with your creations as well as scams and pitfalls to avoid. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
Max Martin continues to write hit songs --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
While known for fashion, looks, and great videos, the group was very prolific at songwriting. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
You tell me. It's a country/pop crossover for an artist pitch. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
Why an artist would NEVER record an otherwise decent song. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
In this podcast I will play both the original demo and released version of the song "Realize" which was featured on Kate Fletcher's 2009 independent release. This song was special as it was my first cut with an independent artist that was being scouted by major labels and was working with Grammy Winning producers and hit writers. The two versions show how close you, as a songwriter, should strive, in representing your song, so that the artist is compelled to copy it best they can. Diane Warren famously said in an interview that her demos were better than the released version. Keep that in mind. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode expires two dimensions to writing relatable topics. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
In this episode, I will use 3 chords, C G D, and show how rearranging the sequence creates different "flavors" of sound. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
Basically these podcasts coming up will discuss how to better write chord progressions for your music. While you don't need to have a background in music theory to understand what is going on, there will be some concepts that you might not understand I need to look up. I will be trying to make this as easy as possible but to describe it in the way that you can better write your music. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
Online resources for songwriters --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
I take two minutes to highlight the very successful career of session musician and former Toto keyboard player David Paich. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
How good sound wise and production wise do your demos need to be to get an artist to cut your song? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
A brief discussion on identifying the best DAW for songwriters. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
His haunting riff was used on the soundtrack for the Exorcist, but Oldfield was more than just an instrumental composer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
With 50 charting singles, a stint on American Idol as a judge, a stint as an A&R exec and now a professor of songwriting, what's not to admire from the ultra successful songwriter? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
In these episodes we will be having segments such as a two minute tribute where we recognize the talents of songwriters that may not have been recognized by many in the industry. Our first tribute is Dan Hartman. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
In this episode I explain that you should have both concrete as well as abstract concepts in your songs. One way to remember how to enhance your song writing lyrics would be to both show and tell the topic that you want are trying to relate. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
In this episode I will explain why American idol is no good for the typical songwriter. And while some songwriters have had huge success with American idol, most including major writers have not. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode deals with the title of the song and how important it is to have a good title for a song. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
Just because an A&R person likes your music and wants to hear more, doesn't mean squat. I'll explain why in this episode. I'll also explain what needs to happen so the label actually wants to move forward to sign you or promote your song to a specific project within the label's roster. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode deals with a song written in 2010 by a three member songwriting team that had hits with Justin Bieber, Kelly Clarkson and Flo-Rida. These writers also worked with Dr. Luke, Toby Gad, Christina Augellera, etc. Anyway, the writers got together and put together a pretty decent song. But for whatever reason, they felt it was subpar. A new producer on the scene with an artist recently signed to a large indie label heard the demo, and turned a decent song into a great sounding song. But don't take my word for it. Listen to the two songs, side by side and see if you agree. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode talks about name dropping. It is a very common practice in the music industry to name individuals that have establish reputations as someone you've worked with. I will explain why I don't use this methodology anymore, and why you shouldn't either. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode explores the common elements used in hit country songs. I will provide examples in the discussion of the main elements used in today's hit country songs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode explores hit songs that became timeless and other hit songs that did not. I will discuss why some songs that are hits, feet away while others seem to maintain longevity. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode highlights why Songland misses out on presenting the reality aspiring songwriters face in trying to get an artist to record their material. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
This episode discusses the concept of paying a third-party to have your music played either on Internet radio or through college campus CMJ charts. I will explain why I think this is a bad idea. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
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I briefly get into some of the pitfalls songwriters face, including, when/if a songwriter should ever pay to get an opinion of their song(s). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
In this podcast, I introduce myself as well as discuss the topics and ideas this podcast will tackle in future broadcasts. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/simon-parker8/support
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