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“I Like to Feel the Least Amount of Resistance When it Comes to Writing Music”: Emily Kokal Talks Songwriting and Early Inspirations By Rod Brakes published 9 February 22 Video Cop some handy tips from the Warpaint maestro and watch the band’s new “Champion” music video.
“Collaboration is Key to Evolution”: Star Producer Andrew Watt Reveals His Top Five Career-Defining Records By Richard Bienstock published 8 February 22 The master collaborator picks the tracks that have defined his role as guitarist and producer to stars old and new.
How to Finish a Song After Inspiration Strikes By Jeff Jacobson published 13 January 22 An alternative approach for creating those elusive intro and bridge sections.
“What Drives Anyone Who Has Obsessive-Compulsive Leanings?” Juliana Hatfield Talks Creativity and Songwriting By Jim Beaugez published 21 October 21 The alt-rock songstress reveals the inspiration behind her many albums and collaborations.
Bob Marley’s Favorite Songwriting Guitar Gets Reworked by Guild By Rod Brakes last updated 7 October 21 The A-20 Marley is a modern recreation of the Jamaican legend’s inexpensive Madeira acoustic.
How to Write a Hard Rock Classic in Five Minutes: Billy Gibbons Tells the Incredible Story of ZZ Top’s “Tush” By Rod Brakes, Richard Bienstock published 5 October 21 This 12-bar blues banger was recorded using the Pearly Gates Les Paul and a Marshall Super Lead… But what’s a Cooper Time Cube?!
