Are you feeling creative? I hope so! I couldn’t be more excited to invite my friend and co-writer, Dani Galasso, onto the show to talk all about creativity and writer’s block.

The quote for this episode is by Edward de Bono: “Creativity involves breaking out of established patterns in order to look at things in a different way.” As songwriters, Dani and I always have to find ways to be creative. Beyond that, we have to find strategies to overcome writer’s block. Writing a song involves so much more than simply waiting for inspiration to hit, and we share our tips and tricks and also our own experiences with creativity and writer’s block.

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 welcome Adele and Andy onto the show to talk all about the songwriting process. There isn’t only one way to write a song, and it’s so interesting to explore other songwriters’ processes and how their songs come to life.

The quote for this episode is by Mark Knopfler: “Each song has its own secret that’s different from another song, and each has its own life. Sometimes it has to be teased out, whereas other times it might come fast. There are no laws about songwriting or producing.” Adele, Andy, and I dive deep into the songwriting process and explore the various ways songs get written. We have our processes, but even that can shift between songs. From starting a new song to revising it and sharing it with the world, we cover it all.

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!”

We all have favorite songs that mean something to us on a personal level. Some of these songs are so special that they actually allow us to discover things about ourselves. Also, songwriters have a journey of self-discovery when we write authentic songs. Our lyrics share our stories and invite listeners into our hearts. I’m so excited to bring you episode 11 with my friend, Lou Mclean, all about songwriting and self-discovery.

The quote for this episode is by Billy Joel: “Musicians want to be the loud voice for so many quiet hearts.” Lou and I go on a journey of self-discovery during our conversation. We share lyrics from songs that truly speak to us and lyrics of our own. This is such an honest and vulnerable conversation, and I’m glad Lou and I explored songwriting and self-discovery together.

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!”

Music and emotions are truly intertwined. As listeners, we all have songs that speak to us and make us feel something. For songwriters, the emotional journey is on a whole other level. I’m so excited to bring you episode 10 with Emilia Quinn all about songwriting and emotions.

The quote for this episode is by Hans Christian Anderson: “When words fail, music speaks.” Emilia and I have a very open conversation about songwriting and emotions. We talk about our emotions while writing, listening to music, performing, and much more!

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 bring you a very special episode with multi-platinum songwriter, Andrea Stolpe. Last August, I attended one of Andrea’s virtual songwriting retreats, and over the past year, I’ve learned and grown so much thanks to her. One of the techniques she taught me that has become part of my songwriting process is sensory writing. This technique is golden and helps me write better lyrics. I asked Andrea if she’d be willing to come onto the show to talk about sensory writing, and I was so beyond excited when she agreed to join me for this special episode. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Andrea. I always learn so much from her, so I’m so happy I’m able to share her songwriting wisdom with you.

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 welcome Madison Young back onto the show to talk all about co-writing. Madison is my “LA Will Wait for Me” co-writer, so she’s perfect for this fun and insightful episode.

The quote for this episode is by Andrea Stolpe: “It’s a lot like applying for a job, over and over again. You start by writing with anyone who will write with you, and these can be wonderful relationships that persist overtime, as you rise up the industry ladder together. As you accumulate more experience, better songs and demos, those relationships lead to more relationships.” Madison and I met at one of Andrea’s virtual songwriting retreats, and from there, we became friends and wrote LA. We discuss the main steps of a successful co-write, share stories and advice, and much more!

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!”

Building confidence can feel like an uphill battle with some boosts along the way. I’m very excited to bring you episode 7 with Matteson Gregory all about confidence.

The quote for this episode is by Ed Sheeran: “I’ve never really been a confident person, except from a musical standpoint. I had to push myself early on, but it got easier with each gig.” Matteson and I have an honest conversation about confidence, and we cover confidence while releasing new music, performing, and networking.

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!”

Being an independent artist is a roller coaster ride at times. I’m so excited to welcome Joey Clarkson onto the show for episode 6 on the ups and downs of being an independent artist.

The quote for this episode is by Lauv: “If you decide you want your life to be about music, you just have to decide that you will not give up ever. Everything else will change a million times, go up and down, but no matter what, you will continue on your journey. Accept that you have no control of anything except for your actions. It is always a journey.” Joey and I discuss the reality of being an independent artist. We talk about both the positives and challenges and share our own experiences.

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!”

My vision for Write on Track is for it to show the reality of being a songwriter in a very authentic way. This means being willing to discuss more serious topics, one of which is the challenges women face in the music industry. I was honored to have Linda from Voice of A Woman on the show for this conversation.

The quote for this episode is by Dua Lipa: “For a female artist, it takes a lot more to be taken seriously if you’re not sat down at a piano or with a guitar, you know? For a male artist, people instantly assume they write their own music, but for women, they assume it’s all manufactured.” Linda and I talk about the reality of being women in the music industry in a very thoughtful and honest way. We discuss the roller coaster ride of ups and downs, and we open up about our own personal feelings and experiences. It’s my hope that this episode can add to the conversation surrounding women in music in a positive 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!”

Building a strong network is essential to be successful in the music industry. I couldn’t be more excited to bring you episode 4 with my friend, Dom from Country Chat.

The quote for this episode is by John Legend: “Music business is hard. It’s very difficult. And it’s not for everyone. Even if you can sing or even if you can write a song, it takes a lot of determination, it takes some kind of thick skin.” Dom and I discuss the importance of networking, how exactly it works, priceless networking advice, and much more. Get ready to build your very own network after listening to the conversation!

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!”