Struggling to finish your songs? Hit writers Marty Dodson and Clay Mills share proven strategies—separate writer vs. editor, set deadlines, lean on co-writes and accountability, and know when a song is “done”—so your music reaches the finish line with clarity, emotion, and replay value. Learn how to finish more songs that truly connect!

Want to make your hooks impossible to forget? Hit writers Marty Dodson and Clay Mills share 5 pro tips to craft titles, melodies, and lyrics that grab attention and keep listeners hooked. Discover how to use intrigue, repetition, emotion, story, and sing-a-bility to create songs people can’t stop singing!

In this week’s SongTown Songwriting Podcast episode, multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share why great songs don’t always come from personal pain. Through real-life stories, they reveal how to turn heartbreak into hope, write from others’ experiences, and find the magic in contrast—unlocking new ways to create your most powerful songs.

Want to write better songs fast? Learn pro songwriting tips and advanced songwriting techniques from hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson. Avoid common songwriting mistakes and start creating songs that truly connect with listeners.

Are your songs ready to share with the world? Hit writers Marty Dodson and Clay Mills reveal 6 must-answer questions to improve clarity, emotion, and replay value. Learn how to write songs that truly connect!

Are these common habits holding you back as a songwriter? In this episode of the SongTown Podcast, hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down the things pro writers stop doing to grow their careers. From ditching unproductive co-writes to letting go of outdated songs, they reveal real-world, advanced songwriting techniques that lead to success. Whether you're new to the craft or looking to level up your writing, this video is packed with pro songwriting tips, mindset shifts, and hard truths that will inspire you to refocus and move forward.

In this week’s episode of the SongTown on Songwriting Podcast, multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson reveal the 10 biggest lies amateur songwriters tell themselves—lies that can sabotage your success before it even starts. Avoid these songwriting mistakes and level-up your game!

In this week’s SongTown on Songwriting Podcast episode, multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share 5 ways the top 1% songwriters separate themselves from everyone else. The duo drop pro songwriting tips learned from working with thousands of pro songwriters, artists, and producers. Get ready to level up your songwriting game!

In today’s world of songwriting “guru” templates and AI-generated music, finding your own unique songwriting voice is more important than ever if you want to succeed. In this episode, hit songwriter Clay Mills breaks down why originality is the one thing that can truly make you stand out—and how to start discovering your authentic sound as a writer.

In this week’s SongTown Songwriting Podcast episode, multi-hit songwriter Clay Mills sits down with legendary Eagles songwriter Jack Tempchin to talk about the real stories behind timeless hits like “Peaceful Easy Feeling,” “Already Gone,” and “You Belong to the City.” From sleeping on a club floor to writing a classic that landed in the Grammy Museum, Jack shares inspiring—and hilarious—moments from his journey. If you love great songs and the magic behind them, don’t miss this episode!

In this episode, multi #1 songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson explore how writing for musical theatre can powerfully impact your songwriting—no matter the genre. Fresh off a successful theatre production in NYC, Marty shares key lessons from the stage that every songwriter can use to level up their writing. Learn how understanding character, story arc, and purpose can make your songs more emotionally effective and commercially viable. Whether you're writing for yourself, pitching to major artists, or dreaming of Broadway, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss!

Multi Grammy nominated and hit songwriter Clay Mills shares 6 Pro Songwriter Techniques to transform any lyric instantly. Make your lyrics hit harder. Let's get you leveled up!

In this week’s SongTown Songwriting Podcast episode, multi-hit songwriter Clay Mills chats with superstar songwriter Regie Hamm about his career and one moment of chance that changed his life forever. Need some inspiration? Watch this!

In this week’s SongTown Songwriting Podcast episode, multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson, break down the 3 most important lines in a Song. Master these 3 concepts and you will instantly be writing better songs!

In this episode multi-hit writers Clay Mills & Marty Dodson share their top 7 ways that pro songwriters get inspired to write songs. Say Goodbye to writer's block forever.

Multi-hit/Grammy nominated songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share their top strategies on how to build your songwriting team for success. To reach most songwriting goals, you need a team – let's get yours rolling!

This week on the SongTown Songwriting Podcast, multi-hit writers Clay Mills and Marty Dodson reveal 10 common mistakes that hold amateur songwriters back. Discover how to share your truth in a way that connects with artists—and moves audiences. Adopting the pro mindset can take your songwriting skills to the next level!

This week on the SongTown Songwriting Podcast, multi-hit writers Clay Mills and Marty Dodson reveal how to write deeply personal songs without losing commercial appeal. Learn how to share your truth in a way that still connects with artists—and moves audiences. Don’t fall into the trap of getting so personal that no one else can sing or relate to your songs!

Are near rhymes cheating when it comes to songwriting? In this episode Hit writers Clay Mills & Marty Dodson dive into the world of advanced songwriting techniques and explore how pro songwriters use rhyme to craft great songs.

Why do some lyrics leap off the page while others fall flat? And why are some lines so easy (and fun) to sing? Multi-hit, Grammy-nominated songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down what makes lyrics truly musical—and how you can craft lines that artists want to record and sing. Let’s make your lyrics more musical!