One of the most fun things about being an artist is the recording process. It’s so magical to hear our songs come to life in the studio and blossom into what we’ve envisioned them to become. A lot goes into taking songs to the studio, and I’m very excited to welcome Emmy Law onto the show to chat all about this with me.

The quote for this episode is by Bono: “If you pour your life into songs, you want them to be heard. It’s a desire to communicate. A deep desire to communicate inspires songwriting.” Emmy and I talk all about the journey our songs take from when they’re written to released. We discuss how we decide which songs to record, how we prepare for sessions, our recording processes, advice and lessons we’ve learned, and so much more. This is such a fabulous conversation full of valuable insights, laughs, memories, and inspiration. Emmy and I hope you enjoy hearing about our experiences taking our songs to the studio.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

I’m so beyond excited to bring you a very special conversation with Glee star, Noah Guthrie, ahead of the release of his album, Blue Wall. As any artist who created an album knows, it’s a roller coaster ride, and yet, such a rewarding journey. Noah and I chat all about the emotional journey of making an album.

The quote for this episode is by Neil Peart: “What I’ve learned over the years is that the craft of songwriting is trying to take the personal and make it universal—or in the case of telling a story, taking the universal and making it personal.” Noah and I explore the process of creating an album, from writing and recording the songs to all of the marketing involved and much more. What I love so much about our conversation is that it’s completely transparent and honest. Creating an album is incredible, but there are ups and downs and a lot of time and energy goes into it. The process also requires patience, confidence, and being able to go with the flow and do things when the time is right. I truly hope you enjoy this conversation with Noah, and please check out his new album, Blue Wall.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

Happy New Year! Welcome to the first episode of 2022. It’s a new year, which means it’s time to set goals and put tools in place to reach those goals and manage our time. 2022 has so much to offer for all of us, and I couldn’t be more excited to bring you a very motivating and informational conversation with Eddie Davis all about goal setting and time management.

The quote for this episode is by Brian Tracy: “Every minute you spend in planning saves you 10 minutes in execution; this gives you a 1,000 percent return on energy.” Eddie and I dive right in and talk about why it’s so important to have a plan and put that plan into action. We explore SMART goals and discuss each letter of this popular acronym in great detail. Also, we share tips for time management and organization. This conversation is a perfect way to kick off a new year, and Eddie and I hope you find it useful and motivating. Let’s all get out there and reach our goals this year and effectively manage our time!

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

Thou shall follow these seven commandments to shine as an indie artist! I couldn’t be more excited to welcome one of my best friends and the captain of Heart of Indie Radio, Eddie Davis, onto the show for an extra special episode of Write on Track. One day, Eddie and I were talking about the things indie artists must do, and we had the thought that these things are almost like commandments. There are so many pieces of advice that we could share, but to start off, we decided to come up with the most important seven. So, please join us while we metaphorically carve these commandments into stone.

The Seven Commandments for the Indie Artist

1. Thou shall perform and record original music.

2. Thou shall rehearse and prepare for live performances and recording sessions.

3. Thou shall be active in all aspects of your brand.

4. Thou shall effectively build an online presence and be educated in digital marketing.

5. Thou shall have realistic goals for all aspects of your music career.

6. Thou shall always strive for selflessness and integrity.

7. Thou shall believe in yourself.

Eddie and I hope you enjoy our very thoughtful and informative conversation about these seven commandments. If you’d like to hear more, please get in touch and I’ll have Eddie hop back on the show!

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

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Music is a business. Sometimes, songwriters and artists forget this very important truth. Of course, we love music and focus a lot of our time and energy on improving our craft and artistry, but at the end of the day, the only way to get anywhere in the music industry is by approaching it as a business. A lot goes into understanding how to navigate the music business, and I’m very excited to welcome Raquel Aurilia onto the show for this conversation.

The quote for this episode is by Faith Hill: “Nashville was totally different than I ever dreamed. I had only seen the music business on television and been to a couple of concerts. I had no clue.” Raquel and I explore what it takes to navigate the music business. The industry is always changing, so it’s extremely important to be educated and aware of what’s going on. Raquel and I talk about many important points, from being authentic to being cautious and knowing who to trust. Also, we discuss copyright, online presence, and so much more. This conversation is packed with a ton of valuable information about what it takes to navigate the music business.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays! I’m so delighted to bring you a very special episode of Write on Track with two of my best friends, Jess Minneci and Jess Sammarone. The three of us absolutely love Christmas, so we decided to spread some holiday cheer on the show.

The quote for this episode is by Zooey Deschanel: “One thing I love about Christmas music is that it has a tradition of warmth.” Jess, Jess, and I share what Christmas music means to us, and we spend time talking about some of our favorite memories from being in choir. Then, we share our top ten favorite Christmas songs. We wrap up the show by answering fun Christmas questions and sharing more festive memories. I had such a fabulous time chatting with Jess and Jess, and I hope our conversation puts a smile on your face this holiday season.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

I’m so excited to share a special episode of Write on Track. Since 2021 is coming to an end, I wanted to mix things up. I’m delighted to welcome my friend and one of my biggest supporters, Madi Hayes, onto the show to ask me some questions about songwriting and much more. I had a blast chatting with Madi, and I hope you enjoy this very special episode.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

As artists, we are often faced with moments when we have to find ways to embrace and accept ourselves. Especially when getting started in the music industry, our insecurities and doubts can hold us back. Self-acceptance doesn’t happen overnight. It is a journey that we’re all on as we chase our dreams. I’m so excited to welcome Ben Selleck onto the show to talk all about embracing who we are as songwriters and artists.

The quote for this episode is by Lindsey Stirling: “Sometimes, being different feels a lot like being alone. But with that being said, being true to that and being true to my standards and my way of doing things in my art and my music, everything that has made me feel very different in the end, it has made me the happiest.” Ben and I discuss many ways we have to embrace ourselves as artists. From embracing our voices and songwriting styles to accepting our strengths and weaknesses as musicians, we cover it all in a very open and honest way.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

I’m so honored to welcome Judy Rodman onto the show for a very inspiring and informative conversation about the songwriter’s voice. Judy is a successful songwriter and recording artist, an Academy of Country Music Award winner, and a marvelous vocal coach. She has so much valuable knowledge to share, and I couldn’t be more excited to have her join me to talk all about vocal technique and vocal health for songwriters.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”

Melody is a key element of songs. It’s made up of pitches and rhythms and helps to establish the different sections of a song. There are many tools songwriters can use to craft memorable melodies. I’m so excited to welcome Claire Radel onto the show to explore melodies.

The quote for this episode is by Martin Sutton: “A great melody brings people into a song, and a great lyric keeps them there.” Songwriters have to take the time to craft a melody that is memorable and works well with the song’s lyrical content. After we pull listeners into our songs, we can deliver the message. Claire and I explore many tools and techniques that allow songwriters to create strong melodic contrast between song sections. We sing different songs to demonstrate these tools and techniques, then discuss each technique and the purpose it serves. I had so much fun doing this very musical and informative episode with Claire all about crafting memorable melodies.

Are you enjoying Write on Track? Do you have a topic suggestion for an episode? Would you like to be a guest? Email me at [email protected]. Also, I’d love to connect with you. My official website is http://demimschwartz.com, and you can find me on Twitter at http://twitter.com/demimschwartz, Instagram at http://instagram.com/demimschwartz, and Facebook at http://facebook.com/demimschwartz.

Thank you so much for listening. Until next time, stay “write on track!”