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We're breaking down the secrets of Blink-182's guitar line in One More Time 🎸 Mike explores how drone notes and muted strings can add depth to songs, and...
Writing songs can seem overwhelming at times.
So many ideas, so many options, so many thoughts...which lead to so many unfinished songs.
And for those who can write a song quickly, can they focus that time to write for a specific need?
This is why myself and Artist/SFG Coach, Lainey Dionne an...
As much as it's important to understand 'what' and 'how' you should be playing to enhance your songs, it's even MORE important to understand pitfalls that you most likely trap yourself in!
Needless to say, there's a variety of mistakes we all make. But after years of coaching songwriters, I've ...
Guess what? The best guitarist in the room isn’t always the most valuable for songwriting! AND just because you aren’t totally confident in your guitar playing, doesn’t mean you can’t be a songwriting guitarist.
Songwriting is more about the collective creativity, teamwork and ultimately a finishe...
Leading with Your Guitar in Co-Writes
Today we're diving into a concept that's not just about playing the right chords but about leading with your guitar in co-writing sessions. Many songwriters think they need to be a seasoned guitarist in order to have value in the process but songwriting is m...
You know that putting in the work is important but what does that really mean for your life? Mike Meiers and guest Heather Taylor team up to give you a simple three things to fall back on when you're feeling lost in the process.
What’s overwhelm, tiredness, or feeling unfulfilled telling you? It m...
One choice can change everything - the decision that you make all comes down to willingness. Willingness to put in the work is the beginning and end to your songwriting woes. What will you miss out on by trying? Absolutely nothing.
Returning guest Josh Doyle and Mike Meiers argue that every bit of...
The finished product always sounds so flawless, so obvious, so easy, but behind the scenes of that creative project is blood, sweat and tears aka, process and development over months and years.
In today’s dynamic episode coach Josh Doyle returns to chat with Mike Meiers on the importance of put
...Doing something new can be scary, it’s why most people stay in their comfort zones.
Mike and guest Seth Schaeffer from Behind the Act talk mindset, advancing towards goals, starting new ventures and the difference in navigating the process or running away from it.
In this episode, they tackle
...Songwriting is a craft, one that has many different approaches and perspectives on what to develop and work on. In this episode MIke Meiers and Madeline Finn begin the episode discussing which is the most important aspect of a song: Music, Lyrics or Melody. What do you think it is? You might be sur...
Are you pursuing an unconventional or creative passion? This episode explores the challenges faced by all who venture into unique paths. When host Mike Meiers first set out to pursue music, even close people in his life thought he was nuts to try it; until he succeeded and got his first co-write
...Mike sits down with the extraordinary composer, John Lunn, known for his outstanding work on shows like Shetland, The Last Kingdom, and Downton Abbey. Miek, dives deep into John's extensive background in both classical and pop music, exploring the intricate process of composing for television and fi...
Join host, Mike Meiers on a journey through the highs, lows, and revelations of the Songwriting for Guitar Podcast. From initial hesitations to unexpected growth, Mike shares the top five lessons he learned in reaching 100 episodes, and how they can relate and empower your music career.
From a rig...
This podcast was based on an article I wrote for American Songwriter Magazine
Read below or listen to the podcast episode #99 on anywhere you stream podcasts.
5 Ways To Break Through Songwriter’s Block
By Mike Meiers
Writer's block is a challenge that all songwriters, from beginners to seasone...
