Our very own Janice Ho (and social media person) plays some great tunes and gives some great tips on collaborating remotely with different songwriters and how to map out a lyric so that you hit all the emotional bits.
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Braeden Mitchell
The guys are impressed with Braeden’s talent for performance and writing song where every detail is considered in his process. He also shares a surprise he saves for live performances.
Roger Beckett
Rogers brings many insights into songwriting from his time spent in Nashville, and performs three of his beautiful songs live in the Song Talk studio – including one written and performed on ukulele!
Jessica Ireland
Jessica talks about what comes first; music or lyrics, and the first song she wrote at the age of eight. She performs all three songs live in the studio.
Writing from the Head vs Heart: Blair Packham & a lifetime of songwriting insights
Blair shares the very first song he ever wrote, and talks about the difference between writing from the heart and writing from the head. And the Monster Mash. CJRU 1280 AM · Song Talk Episode 45 – Blair Packham (September 30, 2014)
Christine Gaidies
Christine talks and sings about joy and getting au naturel with her lyrics. Oh, and that’s not a surfboard in the photo; it’s Christine’s hand-painted-by-a-friend guitar case.
Scott B Sympathy
Scott B discusses stream of consciousness in his lyric writing, how to properly write sad songs, and writing a waltz.
Dom Ventura
Dom talks with the Song Talk Radio team about his ideas, working with producers, and the release of his latest CD. He also performs “The Autumn Wind” live with a poetry reading and song with acoustic guitar and voice.