|
Log in to post
|
Print Thread |
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 589
Journeyman
|
OP
Journeyman
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 589 |
Having had a couple of my songs covered in the 70s and also having quite a few rejected which can be painful to the pride for us songwriters who write to look for a deal. Remember there are many Simon Cowells out there who will listen to your songs (thats if you can get it to the top of their cd pile)and will really say what they think whether good or bad.There are other songwriters who write just for the pleasure of creating music and arent really that much interested in trying to get a publishing deal.I believe there are songwriters like these on every music forum that Ive been on (and believe me Ive been on a few over the years) including this one.For those writers who believe in their songs and have had them rejected time and time again dont give up because one day someone will see in that song something others have missed.But and this is crucial YOU have to be your worst critic and if you hear weak points in your song dont just leave it in but work to find something that fits much better.Hope this helps it still helps me because this info was given to me by a top publishing exec at Warner Bros . 
AMD Athlon 7550 dual core
processor 2.51 ghz
1 87 gb ram
windows 7 Ultimate
yamaha rev 500 effects
tacam DP-24 DAW
Samson Resolv NF monitors
Yamaha PSR-620 Keyboard
Fender semi accoustic guitar
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 728
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 728 |
Frankie...excellent points and some useful info. I've had a few things covered too, although not by anyone "famous".  However, my own producer, on my first original album, was a hit songwriter ( "I Dig Rock n' Roll Music" ) and had also produced numerous gold and platinum albums for some big name groups like Poco and Firefall. His advice to me was to "write from the heart" and don't worry so much about how mass-market your work is. And consider the source when evaluating critiques of your work. Everyone's a "specialist" in this business and they are more than willing to give you their unbidden input. His other advice and perhaps the most important is that no matter what level of expertise you've attained, whether as a singer, musician, engineer, producer, songwriter YOU CAN ALWAYS IMPROVE in some area. INVEST IN YOURSELF, whether it's voice or instrument lessons, songwriting books, peer support groups, songwriter's circles, whatever....never stop improving. Always strive to make your next project a little better than the last. And finally, as one famous songwriter advised..."write for the trashcan." In other words, write like it doesn't matter, and write because you love it. I'd rather be remembered for something I wrote that touched someone's heart and added something meaningful to their life, than for any wealth I might have accumulated from my songs. ~Bob
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 589
Journeyman
|
|
OP
Journeyman
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 589 |
Hi Bob,Also excellent points not sure about writing for the trashcan that famous songwriter probably said that "after"he had made it.Robert Palmer wrote great songs on his way to becoming famous and then after he had achieved it then delivered an album to his record company which was completely different to the style that made him famous the record company I believe refused to release it.Apparently he did and had mixed reviews with no hits either side of the Atlantic.He didnt care because he made it when you make it then you do have the power to write for that trash can.Cheers Frankie
AMD Athlon 7550 dual core
processor 2.51 ghz
1 87 gb ram
windows 7 Ultimate
yamaha rev 500 effects
tacam DP-24 DAW
Samson Resolv NF monitors
Yamaha PSR-620 Keyboard
Fender semi accoustic guitar
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 728
Journeyman
|
|
Journeyman
Joined: Dec 2003
Posts: 728 |
So true about some successful performers. (LOVE Robert Palmer, BTW!) A lot of entertainment types reach a certain level of success and then feel the need to step out of the box whether it's music or politics. Success in one area doesn't guarantee success in another, or make one an authority on every subject. But it certainly seems to be a common occurrence among the successful, unfortunately. I can't find the quote but I think the "famous sonwriter" I'm quoting is Jimmy Webb ("Tunesmith"...the book) and "By The Time I Get to Phoenix", etc. And I'm not sure at what point in his career that statement was made. But there are a number of interpretations of the quote. Basically I think it means to not be afraid to fail or appear foolish when you sit down to write. Don't try to make ever word and every line the beginning of some mega hit. Just get out of your own head and let the ideas flow freely...i.e..."spitballing". And whatever you do, don't actually throw away anything! I have briefcases full of songs and snippets written over the last 35 years, and l love going back and reading what I wrote. Some of it I can't believe came from me. And I try to remember my inspiration for the words. More importantly, years later I've found new inspiration in some old lines and proceeded to turn them into a new song. Anyway..."writing for the trashcan" is, of course, not a literal statement, but rather an encouragement to free ones mind of any mental road blocks or hindrances before setting about to create. What an incredible creative process to be a part of, isn't it?
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
User Showcase
|
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 589
Journeyman
|
|
OP
Journeyman
Joined: Jan 2010
Posts: 589 |
Hi Bob,Robert Palmer yeah he was so good.A very good friend of mine John David had a song "Love Stop" on one of his albums .Palmer also said that he went back to some of his old songs and did a rewrite and they became hits.Cheers Frankie
AMD Athlon 7550 dual core
processor 2.51 ghz
1 87 gb ram
windows 7 Ultimate
yamaha rev 500 effects
tacam DP-24 DAW
Samson Resolv NF monitors
Yamaha PSR-620 Keyboard
Fender semi accoustic guitar
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Ask sales and support questions about Band-in-a-Box using natural language.
ChatPG's knowledge base includes the full Band-in-a-Box User Manual and sales information from the website.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: VST3 Plugin Support
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac® now includes support for VST3 plugins, alongside VST and AU. Use them with MIDI or audio tracks for even more creative possibilities in your music production.
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Macs®: VST3 Plugin Support
Video: Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac®: Using VST3 Plugins
Join the conversation on our forum.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac Videos
With the release of Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac, we’re rolling out a collection of brand-new videos on our YouTube channel. We’ll also keep this forum post updated so you can easily find all the latest videos in one convenient spot.
From overviews of new features and walkthroughs of the 202 new RealTracks, to highlights of XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAKs 18, the 2025 49-PAK, and in-depth tutorials — you’ll find everything you need to explore what’s new in Band-in-a-Box® 2025.
Reference this forum post for One-Stop Shopping of our Band-in-a-Box® 2025 Mac Videos — we’ll be adding more videos as they’re released!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Mac is Here!
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac is here, packed with major new features and an incredible collection of available new content! This includes 202 RealTracks (in Sets 449-467), plus 20 bonus Unreleased RealTracks in the 2025 49-PAK. There are new RealStyles, MIDI SuperTracks, Instrumental Studies, “Songs with Vocals” Artist Performance Sets, Playable RealTracks Set 4, two new sets of “RealDrums Stems,” XPro Styles PAK 8, Xtra Styles PAK 19, and more!
Special Offers
Upgrade to Band-in-a-Box® 2025 for Mac with savings of up to 50% on most upgrade packages during our special—available until July 31, 2025! Visit our Band-in-a-Box® packages page for all the purchase options available.
2025 Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK Add-ons
We've packed our Free Bonus PAK & 49-PAK with some incredible Add-ons! The Free Bonus PAK is automatically included with most Band-in-a-Box® for Mac 2025 packages, but for even more Add-ons (including 20 Unreleased RealTracks!) upgrade to the 2025 49-PAK for only $49. You can see the full lists of items in each package, and listen to demos here.
If you have any questions, feel free to connect with us directly—we’re here to help!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 Italian Version is Here!
Cari amici
È stata aggerate la versione in Italiano del programma più amato dagli appassionati di musica, il nostro Band-in-a-Box.
Questo è il link alla nuova versione 2025.
Di seguito i link per scaricare il pacchetti di lingua italiana aggiornati per Band-in-a-Box e RealBand, anche per chi avesse già comprato la nuova versione in inglese.
Band-in-a-Box 2025 - Italiano
RealBand 2025 - Italiano
Band-in-a-Box 2025 French Version is Here!
Bonjour à tous,
Band-in-a-Box® 2025 pour Windows est disponible en Français.
Le téléchargement se fait à partir du site PG Music
Pour ceux qui auraient déjà acheté la version 2025 de Band-in-a-Box (et qui donc ont une version anglaise), il est possible de "franciser" cette version avec les patchs suivants:
BIAB 2025 - francisation
RealBand 2025 - francisation
Voilà, enjoy!
Band-in-a-Box 2025 German Version is Here!
Update Your Band-in-a-Box® 2025 to Build 1128 for Windows Today!
Already using Band-in-a-Box 2025 for Windows®? Download Build 1128 now from our Support Page to enjoy the latest enhancements and improvements from our team.
Stay up to date—get the latest update now!
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Forums58
Topics84,301
Posts777,488
Members39,612
| |
Most Online25,754
Jan 24th, 2025
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Dansk
Deutsch - Windows
Español
Français - Windows
Italiano - Windows
Nederlands
Polski
Português
Svenskt
русский
Japanese
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean