Foundational Elements of Songwriting
By Mason Douglas
Songwriting, for me, was never a totally natural skill. At the beginning, I liked to write a lot about general feelings (borrrrrrriiiiiiing!) and it took a lot of songs and co-writes to really understand the concepts of imagery, detail, and storytelling. Yeah, I lucked...
Bobby Braddock, Country Music Hall of Fame member, and the only living person to write #1 country songs in five consecutive decades, has launched the website for his memoir, Bobby Braddock: A Life on Nashville's Music Row (Vanderbilt University Press and Country Music Foundation Press).
Bobby Braddock Launches Companion Website for Music Row Memoir, Bobby Braddock: A Life on Nashville's Music Row
Congratulations to the following members who had their song taken at Online Pitch last night with Alyssa Adams (Diamond Eye Music):
"I Need Me Some Beach"—Steven Baumgartner
"Baby You’re The One"—Mike Chinn
"Nothing Next to Loving You"—Tom Glynn
"Ten Miles ‘Till Empty"—Robert Lutzwig
"Let’s Get Started With Your Name"—David Jonelis...
Today, industry song pluggers and publishers were treated to lunch and performances by NSAI members! Palmer Lee and Lena Stone showcased two original songs each. Guests were given a CD with originals songs by 12 NSAI members including Palmer and Lena. For the full list of recommended members, view 
RecommendedMembersJan27.pdf .
