Michael Averill

Write Songs You Love

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Have you ever felt like you’ve lost touch with your inner creative compass? Is songwriting a practice you want to maintain for the rest of your life? Have you ever thought about “why,” you write songs? Each week, host Michael Averill shares heart warming stories from his own experience as a touring singer/songwriter, as well as with guests, about songs that have been impactful, and why. There's always a way to put your unique fingerprint in your songwriting, and Michael is here to help you do it. Walk along with Michael @writesongsyoulove on Instagram for inspiration, tips, and challenges.

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Michael Averill

Episodes

Birthday Wish 02.03.2023 19:04

Today is my birthday, and I have one wish - Go do something today that makes you smile!  I’d love to hear about it in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . Sign up for the next round of Put Pants on Your Songs , or book a call to join the next Share Songs You Love Program! . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newslet...

Miles Overn on Capturing Essence, Witnessing Wounds, and the Importance of Influence 23.02.2023 1:02:54

Singer/Songwriter/Storyteller Miles Overn shares wonderful stories about his path with music and photography, the elements that make a music scene, and how much impact our influences can have on us.   . For more info about Miles and his music, visit http://eikelowna.com/Miles-Overn.aspx . To check out what he is doing for the Kelowna music scene, visit http://eikelowna.com/ . Share you though...

A Little Connection 16.02.2023 18:28

Offers and opportunities to connect are happening all the time.  How do you respond or make them?   . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com . For an awesome article on John and Julie Gott...

Valentine's Songs 09.02.2023 19:52

Michael shares a couple of stories to do with the various ways songwriting can be utilized for Valentine's Day.   . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Vicki Lynn Smith on Experiential Learning, Doing Things Differently, and Being the Woman with “The Song” 02.02.2023 58:22

Singer/Songwriter/Producer Vicki Lynn Smith gives her perspective on songwriting, how her work with horses and therapy influences her writing, and is joined by Ivan the Eyeball.   . To hear Vicki's music, and for self care tips, visit https://www.vickilynnmusic.me/ . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges,...

Dan Tait on Writing Off the Nose, Being in Over Your Head, and Staying Connected to Others Through Songwriting 26.01.2023 58:06

Kelowna, BC based Singer/Songwriter/Event Host Dan Tait shared stories of his songwriting beginnings, and gave us a peek under the hood at his songwriting process and wisdom.   . Listen to Dan on bandcamp at https://dantaitmusic.bandcamp.com/album/alive-today . For his music with Kentucky Eileen - https://open.spotify.com/artist/1ix62CUQEBBoO2H0dBSEWF?si=FkubWqURSNS2L9jrffQ5RQ . For his music...

Solutions, Sharing, and Going with the Flow 19.01.2023 21:14

If you want a solution, you gotta share what's wrong. . To learn more about The Write Songs You Love Program Level 1 starting Jan. 26th, book at call at https://www.writesongsyoulove.com/contact . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at h...

The Year of the Smile Compass 12.01.2023 13:48

Michael shares a recent discovery from the Teacup Challenge. . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Functional Songs and a Live Tea Cupping 05.01.2023 32:13

Michael does Day 5 of the Teacup Challenge live! . Want to join in on the Teacup Challenge 2023 fun?   Find out how you can participate here . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

The Teacup Challenge Returns 29.12.2022 23:17

The Teacup Challenge is back January 1st, 2023!   Find out how you can participate here . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Cecilia Mörnhed (Cili) on Dialect, Finding Yourself, and Trusting Your Gut 22.12.2022 54:10

Singer-Songwriter and multi-genre badass producer Cecilia Mörnhed (Cili), came on to share her story about being a songwriter in Sweden, how language affects music, and learning to trust yourself.  This was her first ever experience on a podcast! . Find out more about Cili at https://cilisound.com/ . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . Fo...

"I Wish I Wrote That Song" 15.12.2022 19:16

Envy vs. appreciation.  . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Nique Bruce, The Heart Compass, and How to Choose Your Album Songs 08.12.2022 1:45:42

Singer-Songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nique Bruce came on for a very special edition of the podcast where we worked through using the Write Songs You Love Heart Compass to choose which songs are going to make her first official album. . *To optimally absorb this episode, watch the video of the podcast in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges...

Walking Down the Highway and Listening 01.12.2022 24:55

Michael shared a story from the literal road today that may make you listen to your surroundings a little differently. . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Cinder Shine Ernst on Context, Wisdom Head, and Letting It In 24.11.2022 53:27

Inspiring Singer/Songwriter Cinder Ernst came on today to share her heart warming wisdom, and the story of her new album that her community of friends and family rallied together to support her making.   . To purchase Cinder's new record, visit https://cindershine.com/ .  All proceeds are going towards Cancer Can Rock. . To watch Cinder's recent live stream performance at Paupaiz Coffee...

Good and Bad Songs 17.11.2022 11:40

What makes a good song good?  What makes a bad song bad?  Is there such a thing? . Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. . For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Diane Barbarash on Multi-Media Songwriting, Getting Busted, and Finding Your Way to Self Expression 10.11.2022 1:15:50

Singer-Songwriter/Producer/Multi-Media Artist Diane Barbarash came on to share 3 new inspiring ways of creating and delivering music to audiences.   . To listen to Lost in the Wild, and to hear Diane's Aerogram songs to date, visit: https://dianebarbarash.bandcamp.com/track/lost-in-the-wild . To support the Indigenous Fashion Week in Vancouver, running November 28th-December 1st, reach out to...

Curiosity and Exploring the Bread Crumb Trail 03.11.2022 13:48

A little exploration goes a long way, and will most likely fuel the writing of a song you love.  Michael shares a story about what can come from following curiosity. Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group. For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at https://writesongsyoulove.sub...

Death on Existence, New Music, and Q and A 27.10.2022 41:38

Death made a return to the Write Songs You Love Podcast 1 year after releasing the When You're Dead EP, and has come back with a special premiere of their new songs!  Look for those to be released officially on October 28th at https://songsbydeath.bandcamp.com/releases For more information about the in person performance on Sunday Oct. 30th, or the Dead Zoom concert on Oct. 31st, reach out to...

Grandma Mermaid on Songwriting, Q&A, and All Things Merlandia 20.10.2022 49:20

Mermaids have always been known for their songs.  Today, we got the rare opportunity to hear directly from the one and only, Grandma Mermaid!  Check out Grandma Mermaid's videos on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/GrandmaMermaid Learn more about Grandma Mermaid at www.grandmamermaid.com Share you thoughts on this episode in the  Write Songs You Love Facebook Community  grou...

0Stella on Biking Across Canada, Good People, and Horse Pep Talks 13.10.2022 1:04:53

Write Songs You Love alumni 0Stella just completed over 5000km of biking Canada, meeting people, and playing concerts.  Listen to her stories from the road! If in Edmonton, Alberta on Oct. 28th, go check out her album release show Share you thoughts on this episode in the  Write Songs You Love Facebook Community  group. For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, c...

Feedback 06.10.2022 24:55

Giving and receiving feedback can be a funny little dance, and the key, is in the questions.   Share you thoughts on this episode in the  Write Songs You Love Facebook Community  group. For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at  https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com To sign up for the next round of Put Pants...

Famous People's Songs 29.09.2022 7:53

Should it only be famous people who get to sing their own songs?   Share you thoughts on this episode in the  Write Songs You Love Facebook Community  group. For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at  https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Living Forever 22.09.2022 8:34

What do you as a songwriter hope will live on after you're gone?   Book a call to chat about the Write Songs You Love program at  https://www.writesongsyoulove.com/contact For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good thoughtful fun, check out the Write Songs You Love Newsletter at  https://writesongsyoulove.substack.com

Cynthia Tremeau on Imagination, Respecting Your Writing Process, The Dope Test, and Creative Permission 15.09.2022 1:13:01

Ever thought it was weird to be imaginative?  Did you know you there was something you could put your songs through called The Dope Test?  Singer/Songwriter Cynthia Tremeau came on today to speak to this, and much more! Listen to Cynthia's music at https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/cyn-tremeau/1245445754 , or on Spotify at https://open.spotify.com/artist/3rUd35NNDTP0swf9r50WFD Share you...