Song Smith

Understanding your goal in making music greatly impacts what you do with what you create and the time you have. From the hobbyist to award winning star, each person is making music, but in different ways. Certain tasks will have more time dedicated to them than others for one type of artist compared to the next. Understanding your goals will better equip you to move forward as you plan what you do...

What makes the music you like 'good'? What production elements and things are being thought of by professions to make a certified banger? There's a lot of things that play into makes a song song 'good' in someone's eyes. However, there are some main things that producers and songwriters alike are thinking about during the process to create the best arrangement for their song. Today, we dive into t...

Everyone makes their New Years resolutions, but I'm not going to do that. I'm just going to tell ya my goals, then y'all get to keep me accountable... ; ) Gravity Falls (Dreams Burning Version) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQh3obJvVcI Let's get connected! If you have things you want me to cover, or just want to say hi, we can get connected: Follow on Instagram: @Songsmithshow ⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit a quest...

What makes the music you like 'good'? What things do professional songwriters do to make great music? While the idea of a 'good' song is a bit subjective, there are some things that songwriters of all genres do to create something that is going to resonate with their listeners. In this episode, as well as the following, we will go through those main things songwriters should think about while crea...

Howdy guys! WE ARE BACK! I hope ya'll enjoy this little update on where things are at, and what's coming up in the next few weeks. Can't wait to finally start getting back in the swing of things. ; ) The Cozy Canopy: https://www.instagram.com/cozycanopyvaca/ Let's get connected! If you have things you want me to cover, or just want to say hi, we can get connected: Follow on Instagram: @Songsmithsh...

No one really reads these, but if you do, I'll make it short and simple: I'm taking a month off. Watch for more. Let's get connected! If you have things you want me to cover, or just want to say hi, we can get connected: Follow on Instagram: @Songsmithshow ⁠⁠⁠⁠Submit a question: ⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Song_Smith⁠⁠⁠ Email: Songsmithshow@gmail.com New episodes every other week

This episode, we’re going to church… I got a bit preachy, but it was for a good reason. Often times, we can get so caught up in creating and the rush of showing off our work, we can forget what this is ALL about, and what the stakes of the Gospel message truly are. While this isn't innately a 'songwriting' episode, it is a message that we all, including me, need to be reminded of. I hope you walk...

We aren't talking about songwriting this time, but rather, an album. This bonus episode is a little different from the rest. This episode was actually released on YouTube a week ago a video. Because of that, this episode is best watched on there. In this video, I talk about Jordan Blaine's newest album, MMXXI Re-imagined, as well as compare it to the original. Hope you enjoy. Check out the album!...

The Bible is the foundation of our faith, so it only seems right to create songs from it. Scripture is full of very important messages and principles outside of just the gospel message of Jesus saving humanity. Both in the Old and New Testament deal with things like handling emotions (fear, impatience, joy, etc.) as well as much deeper topics. All of these things can and should be expressed throug...

Surprise! In this episode, I'll be 'releasing'/ showing off one of my songs for the first time online. That is, if you don't count Instagram. Hope you guys enjoy! Referenced: Nothing Can Stop Now: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6manK5YRppWQriHBUsr3nK?si=e0fac03012d14c3c YouTube: https://youtu.be/FrWVzZfD6f8?si=duTbI-pvEM-9XJ7R Let's get connected! If you have things you want me to cover,...

This episode, we're getting personal. Over the last few weeks, you all have been submitting questions for this episode! By answering these questions, we're gonna explore a little more about me, the future of the show, and so much more! Let's talk! Referenced: Songs: This Little Light: https://youtu.be/tmcotqV-Nlg?si=ShqgPjvSWh2kKwsP Sam Stars: https://open.spotify.com/track/0JHpO1mJQRqRXkGuRoxNKy?...

There are many different styles on Radio, but when you hit CCM, things tend to feel a bit dull.... There is no denying that the majority of Christian songs on radio are starting to morph into one another and sound the same. They all seem to follow a similar thread in messaging and sound, turning more and more away. In episode 9, I talk about my thoughts on the situation, why I believe it is the wa...

It is so easy to fall into the trap of 'I need this'. We believe we will only be good at music once we have this one thing. However, that is a lie.... As consumers and fans, we see all of these musicians with their fancy equipment, and want to be just like them by buying the same things. The problem with that is 1.) that we could be spending way more money then we really have to, and more importan...

In part two of my interview with Lucas Alvarez O'Connell, we talk about his plans moving forward, both in music and life! Referenced: Zion CC: Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/Zion. ComCri/⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/zion_cc/⁠ Website: ⁠https://www.zion.cc/⁠ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@zioncc407 Let's get connected! If you have things you want me to cover, or just want to say...

Wouldn't it be nice to have a late night fireside chat with another songwriter, talking about how amazing songs are? It may not be late or by a fire, but this special bonus episode, I invited my cousin and fellow songwriter Lucas Alvarez O'Connell onto the show! We talked about the beginning of his music journey, where he is at now, and what the future holds. On top of that, we discussed what it t...

You want to play music with others, but either no one was time, or you can't find people dedicated to meeting consistently. However, the answer may just be under your nose. It can be a huge struggle to find a place plug in and play music consistently with others. Between conflicting schedules and not knowing tons of musicians, finding a group that you can get together with is often a loft chal...

Even with our greatest efforts, we're bound to get writers block eventually, when we just feel sapped creatively. If we all get it, though, how do we get OUT of it? Inevitably, we are going to get stuck when trying to write songs from time to time. It is kind of a curse of being a creative. There will be lows and highs, times when our thoughts flow freely, and others when it feels like a desert of...

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to travel in a small band? Well, my guest Edie Lauer does! Apart of ONU's traveling band The Narrow, Edie is the standing vocalist of the band. The group travels between summer camps and youth retreats, playing worship sets for the events. Though not specifically songwriting oriented, her perspective of being in a band and who it's all for is re...

You know you want to write a song, but where do you get the idea for it? Or, once you have it, how do you come up with the concept of it's sound musically? It can be difficult to know how to kickstart the writing process, as ideas can sometimes be harder to come up with than you at first think. In episode 4, I talk about different places you can find ideas for your lyrics as well as music, and how...

Songs can be a great way to process emotions. Writing your feelings and questions into lyrics can be therapeutic. Like journalling or talking with a friend, writing songs about how you feel can help you really get it out. You can also use it as a way to ask God questions, similar to a prayer. In this episode, I get into what that looks like for YOU and how we can start doing this for ourselves. Re...

Whether it's an explicitly Christian song or not, what we're writing should always be done through the lens of Christ, and what better way to align yourself then through prayer! Every song we write has some meaning or message behind it. It may be one of praise to God, or about how hard life is. Regardless of the topic, there is a message. It is important for us to 'let God in' on these, as they ca...

Many people don't think you can just start writing songs. I'm hear to show you otherwise. In this first episode of Song Smith, I'll go through the key things it takes to get started making your own songs to share. Starting from the idea, creating a chord progression, to flushing out the concept, by the end of the episode, you should be set to start creating your own music. Referenced: The Bible Re...

This trailer provides a peak into what of Song Smith is all about. Let's get connected! If you have things you want me to cover, or just want to say hi, we can get connected: Follow on Instagram @Songsmithshow ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/songsmithshow/⁠⁠⁠ Email: Songsmithshow@gmail.com New episodes 1st/3rd week of the month