42 Different Ways That Artists Can Earn Money… Ever wondered what all the revenue sources are available to you as a songwriter or lyricist? We came across a brilliant article from Paul Resnikoff, publisher and founder of Digital Music News. Previously, head of music initiatives at Lycos, starting out at Sony Music Entertainment (Epic Records). He lists the following ways that artists can receive payment for their work. Useful to know! Songwriter & Composer Revenue 1. Publisher advance Bulk payment Continue
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Strong Chord Progressions for your Songs
Catchy Chord Progressions- a must!
Catchy tunes are built melodically on strong pop chord progressions. These are straightforward but effective, encompassing patterns such as the I-V-VI-IV or I-VI-IV-V. These major/minor chord progressions provide a musical canvas where catchy hooks and catchy melodies flourish, making hits unforgettable. They also give diversity and familiarity. Here are some top chord progressions:- I - IV - V (commonly used in many pop, rock, and blues songs)
- I - V - vi - IV (known as the "pop-punk" or "doo-wop" progression)
- ii - V - I (frequently used in jazz music)
- vi - IV - I - V (often found in many pop songs)
- I - vi - IV - V (commonly used in various genres including pop, rock, and folk).
