In this interview with Kevin Thomas we discuss:

    • What the hook of a song is and how to write a good one
    • How to take a small melodic idea and turn it into a full melody for your song
    • How to effectively rewrite your lyrics
    • What makes a melody sit well on any given chords
    • Starting a song with a melody vs. starting a song with chords
    • The best way to start a song
    • What makes a good song title
    • Why trying to copy the style of current artists may not suit you as a songwriter
    • The most important aspects of writing melodies
    • When to use leaps in your melodies
    • Why the beat you start your melody on matters

 

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About Kevin Thomas

Kevin Thomas is the founder and CEO of Songwriting Planet, which provides information to help songwriters master the craft of songwriting. He is the author of Melody Madness, a book that explores in meticulous detail the myriad ways in which the often-elusive process of melody development can be utilized to improve one’s songwriting.

Kevin has a B.A with honors from Berklee College of Music and is also a graduate of the world renowned Musicians Institute, (MI), in Hollywood.

Click Here for Kevin's Website, Songwriting Planet


    1 Response to "Songwriting Strategies – An Interview with Songwriting Planet Owner, Kevin Thomas"

    • Tommy BirKes

      Thanks for the information.

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