The Big Songwriting Myth Most Writers Fall For

from SongTown on Songwriting | Mastering the Art of Great Songs · host Marty Dodson, Clay Mills

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In this week’s SongTown Songwriting Podcast episode, multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share why great songs don’t always come from personal pain. Through real-life stories, they reveal how to turn heartbreak into hope, write from others’ experiences, and find the magic in contrast—unlocking new ways to create your most powerful songs.

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