"I agree with Brian 9ne....The rest is commerce, plain and simple. If you feel you have to follow the commercial process (songwriting clinics etc.) then do it with your heart but there's nothing there to say it's going to put you on top of the game. It's just another way to approach it. In today's day and age, plain ol good luck is going to play a part in it too"
Eric-I've NEVER attended a seminar or purchased a "songwriting" book. These options are certainly helpful for some-I didn't feel they were warranted in my case.

I'm confident in my ability, I've NEVER written to any "formula" except for the standard song options. It disturbs me when I hear people with Brian's influence encourage new writers to "Do What They Want" it could lead a person with great talent down a long road when there may be a shortcut. Telling someone their song is on a level with the Beatles, (not Brian's words) is NOT helping that person. When I say commercial, I mean a song that is instantly appealing, catchy. I also prefer those songs to be well written. When people say-this is a hobby-but I wouldn't mind a hit if it came, they're talking from both sides of their mouth. Why post if it's for YOUR enjoyment? Bullshit. Speaking of fecal matters, when it comes to songwriting-[naughty word removed] or get off the pot! [Linked Image]


[This message has been edited by 9ne (edited 06-27-2004).]