Dear Songwriter! In this episode, we're diving into the timeless hit "Redundant" by Green Day, unraveling the three valuable lessons it holds for aspiring songwriters.

For this week's song analysis, I'm dissecting the song's structure, lyrical content, and melodic choices, shedding light on how these elements contribute to its enduring appeal. Whether you're a fan of Green Day or simply seeking inspiration for your own musical journey, this episode will provide invaluable insights into the creative process and leave you eager to apply these lessons to your own compositions.

Tune in and discover my Top 3 things to take away from Green Day's "Redundant," and learn how this could apply to your own compositions!

Other Mentions and Links:

Nimrod - Green Day
Redundant - Green Day
Weezer
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Dear Songwriter! In this episode, we're delving into the fascinating world of lyrical motifs, unraveling their significance, and exploring their creative potential in crafting impactful verses.

What is a lyrical motif you ask?...

Well, join me as I shed some light on the concept of lyrical motifs and unveil the art of incorporating recurring themes into your songs. Discover how these captivating threads can weave together a compelling narrative, evoke emotions, and leave a lasting imprint on your listeners.

If lyrical motifs are still a bit of a mystery to you, listen in on this episode and we'll explore them together!

Other Mentions and Links:

If I Ain't Got You - Alicia Keys
Something - The Beatles
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Have you ever wondered how someone like me, who’s not super famous or even that well-known, can become a songwriting coach? Or what a songwriting coach even does? Or what philosophies they hold?

In this episode, I’m taking you back to an interview I did with Aaron Camp of the Heartland Author podcast who asked me a series of rapid-fire questions about who I am and what I do. 

My name is Connor Frost, I’m a professional songwriting mentor whose helped hundreds of songwriters to write and release their first songs, and this is Dear Songwriter, the podcast to help you confidently write and release your music, so that you can live your most musical and creative life.

To claim your free video training “how to confidently turn your chord progressions into FINISHED songs”, head to http://www.connorfrost.com/videotraining1. 

You’ve got some lyrics written out on paper or in the notes app of your phone, maybe you even have a chord progression in place, but there’s just one major problem - you can’t figure out a melody to fit it all together, and a lot of times you’re not even sure where to start. 

In this episode I’m going to be walking you through, step-by-step, on how to start writing melodies, so that you can write catchy songs that you can be proud of, and get over that hump of simply STARTING. Because starting can be the hardest part. 

To schedule a free call with me/my team, go ahead and apply by heading to http://www.connorfrost.com/call . 

So you’ve finished writing your song, and you got it recorded, mixed, and mastered.

Now what? 

In this episode, my client and friend, Jacob Schrater details his experience with his first release, and most importantly, the lessons he learned, and the mistakes he made.

To connect with Jacob, check him out on all his socials, @jacobschrater, and shoot him a DM on Instagram.

To schedule a free call with me/my team, go ahead and watch the following video first. Then we’ll talk! http://www.connorfrost.com/videotraining1

I need help! There are three different areas for three different songs that I’m having trouble with. 

In this episode, I break down what those are, and what I plan on doing about it.

To schedule a free call with me/my team, go ahead and watch the following video first. Then we’ll talk! http://www.connorfrost.com/videotraining1

So you’re writing a song, things are feeling good, but when you listen back to even just a small part of it, you think to yourself…

“This sounds so generic.”

I’ve been there, recently, so I wanted to share some strategies you can implement to help you break through this insecurity and situation. 

To schedule a free call with me/my team, go ahead and watch the following video first. Then we’ll talk! http://www.connorfrost.com/videotraining1

In this episode I give you an update on what’s going on over at Connor Frost Mentoring, as well as a quick story/mindset check to encourage you, and then a songwriting exercise to help you break through that writer’s block.

To schedule a free call with me/my team, go ahead and watch the following video first. Then we’ll talk! http://www.connorfrost.com/videotraining1

So you’ve just got off your 9-5 job, you sit down to write, and…nothing.

Since nothing comes to you, you abandon writing that night, completely.

To avoid this situation, you might need to view your songwriting, as a job.

In this episode, I dive into that very topic with my client and friend, Camara Rhodes.

You can connect with Camara on his Instagram, here.

Enjoy!

Here’s a recap of the tour I went on this past January. 

Thanks to Bandhive podcast for having me on.

Claim your free video training “How to Turn Your Voice Memos into Release-Ready Songs” by heading to http://www.connorfrost.com/videotraining