What Makes a Good Songwriter? with Tamara Laurel

from Groundbreaking · host Jake Brewer

How does co-writing help you grow? What really goes on in a writing session? This week, Jake is joined by Nashville-based songwriter Tamara Laurel to dive into the headspace of a songwriter and discuss the realities of the evolving definition and pressures of songwriting, and the credit that sometimes those in the role don't receive. Groundbreaking is a FRNDLY original podcast highlighting corners of the music industry to explore the creative forces moving it forward. Hosted by singer/songwriter/entrepreneur Jake Brewer, new episodes air every Tuesday. You can support the show by subscribing on your favorite platform. Connect with Tamara: Instagram: http://instagram.com/tamralaurel Explore FRNDLY: Website: http://frndlymedia.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/frndlymedia Connect with Jake: Website: http://jakebrewer.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/jakebrewermusic TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@jakebrewermusic

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