Write Songs You Love
Have you ever felt like you’ve lost touch with your inner creative compass? Is songwriting a practice you want to maintain for the rest of your life? Have you ever thought about “why,” you write songs? Each week, host Michael Averill shares heart warming stories from his own experience as a touring singer/songwriter, as well as with guests, about songs that have been impactful, and why. There's always a way to put your unique fingerprint in your songwriting, and Michael is here to help you do it. Walk along with Michael @writesongsyoulove on Instagram for inspiration, tips, and challenges.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 43 minutes
- Episodes
- 218
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Andre Deacon on Letting it Happen with Cosmic Mansions
Singer/Songwriter/Producer Andre Deacon came on today to talk about what it's like to write without an agenda, to be present with the music you're creating, and the serene release of the new Cosmic M…
Being a Reason
Invitations - Annoying, or a reason for something bigger?
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Check out his personal music @domfricot on Instagram, or @florafallsmusic
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Laurie Geltman on Conviction, The Outlet of Dreaming, and Her New Song/Video “Radio”
Award winning rock singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Laurie Geltman came on today to share about the evolution of her new song and video “Radio,” multi-media collaboration, and the power of…
Cheers to Gordon Lightfoot
We lost a great Canadian and internationally loved songwriter this week. Michael shares a few Gordon Lightfoot related stories, and a song in spirit of the episode.
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Listen to The Wreck of The Edmo…
Moving On
Michael posed a question to the Write Songs You Love Community - "What does the idea or act of moving on look like or mean to you?"
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Jennifer Dixon on Being Proud of Your Work, Going Back to Your Roots, and Waiting on Butterflies
Singer Songwriter Jennifer Dixon came on to share about the release of her beautiful new song "Waiting on Butterflies," co-written with Lisa Dunn, and what it's like to go back to writing from your r…
Carla Hassett on Songwriting for the Sake of Growth and Excellent Art
LA based Brazilian-American Singer/Songwriter/Producer/Teacher Carla Hassett came on today to speak about why she creates music, her favourite songwriting tools, winning the John Lennon Songwriting c…
MarKaren on Asking About Other's Stories, and Deciding When It's Time to Fly
Singin’ Songwritin’ duo and music community gardeners MarKaren came on today to talk about what happens when you take the leap to pursue music, and the impact that can have on those you share your mu…
Rachel Beau on Raising Vibrations, Fostering Imagination, and Stepping Back to See a Body of Work
Child confidence booster, event host, and dance party DJ Rachel Beau came on today with full force enthusiasm to speak about creating multiple forms of engaging media through songwriting, and expandi…
Bernadette Jiwa on Showing Your Heart, the Stories We Tell Ourselves, and the Choices We Have With Our Creativity
Story shepherd, story coach, and best selling author, Bernadette Jiwa came on the show for a thought provoking conversation about story meeting song.
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To learn more about Bernadette, and to find mo…
Colby Ramsay on Writing an Irish Inspired Song, and Collaborating with Death
Singer/Songwriter Colby Ramsay shared stories of his early days of songwriting, being a part of the early One Song Challenge days, and how an Irish inspired songwriting challenge led to a musical col…
Kimera Morrell on Committing to Your Performance, Artist Identities, and Utilizing Your Voice
Vocal/Songwriting powerhouse Kimera Morrell came on today to share about her growth as a songwriter, and demonstrates how much one can do with their voice.
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To listen to Kimera's music, you can f…
Birthday Wish
Today is my birthday, and I have one wish - Go do something today that makes you smile! I’d love to hear about it in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group.
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Miles Overn on Capturing Essence, Witnessing Wounds, and the Importance of Influence
Singer/Songwriter/Storyteller Miles Overn shares wonderful stories about his path with music and photography, the elements that make a music scene, and how much impact our influences can have on us. …
A Little Connection
Offers and opportunities to connect are happening all the time. How do you respond or make them?
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Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group.
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For so…
Valentine's Songs
Michael shares a couple of stories to do with the various ways songwriting can be utilized for Valentine's Day.
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Vicki Lynn Smith on Experiential Learning, Doing Things Differently, and Being the Woman with “The Song”
Singer/Songwriter/Producer Vicki Lynn Smith gives her perspective on songwriting, how her work with horses and therapy influences her writing, and is joined by Ivan the Eyeball.
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To hear Vicki's m…
Dan Tait on Writing Off the Nose, Being in Over Your Head, and Staying Connected to Others Through Songwriting
Kelowna, BC based Singer/Songwriter/Event Host Dan Tait shared stories of his songwriting beginnings, and gave us a peek under the hood at his songwriting process and wisdom.
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Solutions, Sharing, and Going with the Flow
If you want a solution, you gotta share what's wrong.
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The Year of the Smile Compass
Michael shares a recent discovery from the Teacup Challenge.
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Share you thoughts on this episode in the Write Songs You Love Facebook Community group.
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For songwriting prompts, challenges, and good…