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.
Singer/Songwriter Tony Cecchetti came on to share his story of growth in songwriting, how the band Calico formed because of the pandemic, and creating 3 albums before playing their first live show.
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Singer/Songwriter/Producer/Teacher Steve Collom came on to share stories about everything from his early touring days, to writing dove songs, to getting 10, 000 sync placements. He has a free 2 day …
The world famous Teacup Challenge is coming back for a special 2 week Summer edition - The Iced Teacup Challenge! On today's episode, Michael shares details about the event, and how you can particip…
Drummer, Producer, and mismatched socks enthusiast to be, Brynner Agassi came on to share stories about his craft, and how he sets his environment to write his instrumental work. It was the first ti…
Jodie B returns to the podcast one year later to share stories about growing her business as an artist, working with community, and the importance of having clarity about the "why," behind music.
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Improv songwriter and vocal coach Shera Kelly came on to demonstrate how songs can be created on the spot with audience feedback, and to speak to how voice can affect songwriting.
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It has been exactly 1 year since the Write Songs You Love podcast began! Enjoy this compilation episode of past guests, and a special new song for the occasion.
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Next week is the Write Songs You Love 1 year anniversary! There will be a community meet and great on July 8th, and you're invited! Join the Write Songs You Love newsletter and Facebook group for m…
Ever wondered how you could write a song "with," your audience in real time? Michael shares a heart warming story about a situation that happened on a delayed frozen train.
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Singer/Songwriter/Bassist Layloni Ghee came on to share about her new release "Build," and the benefits of navigating the music industry in a cooperative/supportive way over competition. Listen to L…
Michael shares a story about how performing can be used as a songwriting tool. To listen to the Vancouver Song mentioned in the episode, visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47s7dfGSlQA. To subscr…
Singer/Songwriter Steve Marc Gosselin came on to share stories about how regularly performing provides a welcome break from the long term symptoms of post concussion syndrome. Follow Steve on Instag…
Michael shares a story about how a recent performance affected the physical state of his shoulder.
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Singer/Songwriter/Psychologist, Dr. Sierra Baird came back on the show to talk about how she helps musicians find their mental footing. To learn more about her Level Up group coaching program, visit…
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What is the purpose of a song? Michael shares about how his point of view has changed on this.
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Michael shares a brief story about loss, and offers a songwriting prompt to go with it. For more songwriting challenges and uplifting stories, subscribe to the newsletter at the bottom of the page o…
Author, project manager, and now songwriter Candina Ann shared incredible stories about the importance of exploring your creativity. Be the first to hear Malibu Bow Wow on this episode before it goe…
Irish-Canadian alt-rocker 0Stella came on the show today right before she begins her cross country self powered bicycle tour. Follow her adventure starting April 22nd in Victoria, BC at https://0ste…
Singer/Songwriter/Producer/Teacher Kris Bradley shares stories about her personal journey with music, and how she came to create Produce Like A Boss. Join her free Boss Producer Bootcamp that runs A…