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Song Talk Radio : Songwriting Folks
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Songwriters sharing tips and techniques on better songwriting – and the odd bad joke.

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Max Tojicic joined us to talk about writing songs by intersecting interesting chords with personal experiences. Download the lyrics to Lavender Bouquet to follow along.

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Geneviève Racette talks about taking a personal experience and writing it into an accessible pop song. Download the lyrics to Common Denominator to follow along.

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* Writing from personal experience but making your song open to o... more

Singer-songwriter Mark Ippolito talked about his experience with February Album Writing Month (FAWM), challenging himself to write a full album of songs in 28 days. Check out his album on Bandcamp.

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* William Shatner to Record a... more

Pop singer-songwriter Emma K talks about rearranging parts of her song to create a clearly structured pop song inspired by Billie Jean. Download the lyrics to follow along.

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* Rearranging sections of your song, and ending with t... more

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Max Tojicic
Hobby musician with focus on harmonization and chords for ballads and jazzy tunes
Independent musician
Episode: Intersecting interesting chords and personal experiences with Max Tojicic
Geneviève Racette
Canadian folk pop artist
Geneviève Racette
Episode: Turning a personal experience into an accessible pop song with Geneviève Racette
Mark Ippolito
Seattle-based singer-songwriter known for his debut album 'New Moon'.
Episode: Writing an album in a month with Mark Ippolito and FAWM
Emma K
Pop singer and songwriter originally from Penhold, Alberta, with a professional background in dance.
Episode: Pop songwriting with Emma K
Ursula Hegge
A singer-songwriter from Toronto with a larger-than-life voice and a passion for storytelling through music.
Episode: Naturally defying genre with Ursula Hegge
Saska Limmila
Leader of the band Ravvo Jackson, a versatile Americana band from Helsinki, Finland
Ravvo Jackson
Episode: Writing a medieval folk song with Raivo Jackson
Paul Gallagher
Toronto songwriter known for blending storytelling with experimentation
Paul Gallagher Express
Episode: DIY Music Distribution with Paul Gallagher
Alex Whorms
Singer-songwriter known for blending indie, alternative pop, jazz, and cinematic styles.
Episode: Collaborating on a love song with Alex Whorms
Kaleb Hikele
A Canadian singer-songwriter known for his dynamic discography and engaging live performances.
Solo Artist
Episode: Writing and producing a song slowly with Kaleb Hikele

Hosts

Neil Modi
Co-host with a focus on songwriting techniques and production. Known for engaging discussions and sharing personal insights on the creative process.
Phil Emery
Co-host known for his humor and insightful commentary on songwriting and music production.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Keeps me in the loop

    Great guests well interviewed. Discussing songwriting strategies, techniques, musical theory etc. it’s easy to drift away from the practice of writing songs. I find this podcast helps motivate me to get back to it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pat Johnson the Angry Canadian
    Canada3 years ago
  • Lots of Talk, Not Much Content

    I have some experience in writing songs and came to this podcast looking for new ideas and tips to hone my skills. I selected episode titles that sounded most helpful, but was disappointed at how little relevant content there was among the chat between the presenters.

    For example, in the “Dos and Don’ts” episode, I had to wait fifteen minutes to get to the first one (while they chatted about their new competition, for which they hadn’t actually agreed the rules. We had to listen while they tried... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JacobINNITBRAPBRAP
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Entertaining, informative

    This was the first songwriting podcast I found and one of the best.

    I like the way this one is more geared toward people who write songs for the love of it, as opposed to factory farming.

    And as they play songs by their listeners, it’s a good way to get a rough feel for your level of ability/polish/potential with others in the community.

    Plus they do a (monthly?) online song-share, which I’ll definitely be signing up to.

    They provide a forum and much encouragement to the song-writing comm... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ushi1ushi1
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Songwriting

    I still dont no how to do it

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    sipper24
    United States7 years ago
  • Songtalk is my favourite!

    My friend introduced me to this podcast about a month ago and I have already binged so many episodes! I love all the facts and inspiration I get from the wide variety of artists and genres. Hearing other artists talk about their music, their inspirations, and whatever else is very fascinating. Also, the hosts Bruce, Neel, and Phil are great as well! I enjoy listening to the podcasts live and following along 🎶 One day I hope to be a guest on the show!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OP Nation
    Canada7 years ago

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There are mixed feelings about the pacing of some episodes, with critiques on the depth of content versus casual conversations.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging content, often highlighting the valuable techniques and tips shared by the hosts and guests.
Many find the feedback process and community involvement very encouraging and motivational for their own songwriting endeavors.

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Turning a personal experience into an accessible pop song with Geneviève Racette
Q: Is this a normal thing for you, or do you ever write a chorus that's just like three words?
Geneviève explains that she used to write shorter lines as a musician, but now she writes lyric-oriented songs where the emphasis is on what she has to say, allowing the chorus to vary in length and density depending on the message of the verse.
Intersecting interesting chords and personal experiences with Max Tojicic
Q: What came first in Max's process for Lavender Bouquet: the chord sequences or the lyrics?
Max describes writing the chord progression first and then shaping the lyrics to fit the mood and storytelling of the music, with the narrative and imagery evolving after the melody and harmony were established.
Pop songwriting with Emma K
Q: What are your plans for this song?
Emma shared she released 'Higher' as a single and shot a music video in Mexico, expressing excitement about the project.
Pop songwriting with Emma K
Q: What was the process of writing this song?
Emma reveals she started with the drum pattern inspired by Michael Jackson's 'Billie Jean' and rearranged it multiple times until it felt right.
Naturally defying genre with Ursula Hegge
Q: Ursula, have you looked into AI tools for songwriting?
Ursula mentions that she hasn't used songwriting AI tools but does find coding AI helpful at times. She expresses a love for the process of writing and improvement.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Song Talk Radio

What is Song Talk Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This series provides an engaging platform for songwriters to share their creative journeys and insights into songwriting techniques. Participants discuss a wide range of topics including songwriting strategies, music production methods, and the emotional aspects of crafting songs. Listeners can expect to hear from various artists who contribute their experiences, showcasing both the joys and challenges of writing music. The show's emphasis on live feedback allows aspiring songwriters to connect with the community and gain valuable advice, fostering a sense of camaraderie within the artistic world.

The series stands out for its blend of educational content and entertaining discussions, featuring a mix of professional and independent artists... more

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Recent guests on Song Talk Radio include:

1. Max Tojicic
2. Geneviève Racette
3. Mark Ippolito
4. Emma K
5. Ursula Hegge
6. Saska Limmila
7. Paul Gallagher
8. Alex Whorms

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