Andy JonesMy Place in the Structure of MusicI was born in the seventies and grew up in the eighties. I heard my first music through my parents tapes and early CDs of the time…Feb 11, 2022Feb 11, 2022
Andy JonesSongwriting Tips: ResolutionsMusic tells a story, not just in the lyrics, but in the melody and chord structure too.Feb 1, 2022Feb 1, 2022
Andy JonesBest Songwriting Collaborations: Musicians and LyricistsWriting songs can be a lonely process, which is why many musicians and writers seek out a collaborative partner to work with and gain…Jan 18, 2022Jan 18, 2022
Andy JonesPaint a Picture with LyricsThink of songwriting as showing rather than telling. Use your listeners mind to paint an image that conveys how you’re feeling.Jan 6, 20221Jan 6, 20221
Andy JonesWhat comes first, music or lyrics?This is a question often asked by songwriters and by those interviewing songwriters. How does it all fit together and is there a correct…Dec 21, 20211Dec 21, 20211
Andy JonesCollaborative Songwriting TechniquesCollaboration in songwriting can bring about all sorts of unexpected results.Dec 17, 2021Dec 17, 2021
Andy JonesIs Your Chorus Good Enough?As a songwriter, are you ever worried that your chorus is not good enough? Not catchy, not interesting, not what you hoped it would be?Dec 16, 2021Dec 16, 2021
Andy Jones10 Ways to Manage Your Song IdeasHave you ever wondered if you are making the best of your early song ideas? Are you using your time wisely and managing your ideas well?Dec 14, 2021Dec 14, 2021
Andy JonesWhat happens when someone you love is diagnosed with a serious disease?Last year my wife was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. She is only fourty-one years old.Mar 27, 2019Mar 27, 2019
Andy JonesWhere does my inner belief come from?How my mind has shaped a creative journeyFeb 19, 2019Feb 19, 2019