Ready to write your own hit but don’t know where to start? Songwriter Gary Barlow recommends crafting the chorus first. Read on to learn how to write a great chorus with some insights from music producer Mark Ronson too.
A catchy beat is all it takes to make a song memorable. Over the years musicians have relied upon pre-recorded backing tracks or bandmates to create music on stage. But the loop pedal changed everything. Read on for our explanation of what a music loop is.
We’ve all been there – humming along to that tune that lives rent-free in your head. It may be a catchy riff or a powerful lyric that locks it into your mind. Or it could be a great motif. But what is a motif in music? Read on to learn more.
What does it take to write a romantic ballad? And what makes a great one? Take a look at our guide on writing a great love song.