12 Musicians to Kickstart Your Songwriting ★ Acoustic Tuesday 259

Songwriting and the craft behind it are mysterious. From lyrics to melody to rhythms, there are so many pieces to juggle. To help you get inspired and write your first song, check out these 12 songwriters to help kickstart your songwriting journey!

Writing a song is a daunting process, but it doesn't have to be. It should be a liberating process that allows you to express yourself. If that doesn't sound like your process, I want you to check out some of the songwriters in this episode. 

There's a little something for everyone. Whether you're into moody and dark explorations of the soul, or the more whimsical moments of life, these songwriters are sure to inspire you. The key is to listen widely and find what makes you want to sing, write, and play more. 

Songwriting isn't an easy process, but it doesn't have to be a lonely one—unless, you prefer it that way! This episode is for the creatively-blocked or the too-shy-to-start. No matter where you are on your songwriting journey, you can find something that'll inspire you today!

Featured in this episode...
- Simon Flory  
- Jeffrey Foucault  
- Caitlin Canty  
- Dead Horses  
- Courtney Hartman  
- Bayou Concerts  
- Tom Catmull  
- 11thAndGrant  
- Travis Yost Music  
- Riddy Arman  
- Benjamin Tod  
- John Moreland  
- Old Town School