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A collection of interviews, updates, tips and resources for songwriters.

Wordplay Thursday #379 “KNOT”

Wordplay Thursday by Team SWPro on November 05, 2026

Welcome to Wordplay Thursday! Let's get your creative wheels turning and kickstart your next song! Today, try using this word or phrase in the first line of your song... KNOT Where does this take you?  Dive in and be fearless! ...


The C.L.I.M.B. #547: Interview with hit songwriter, Matt Warren

The CLIMB Show by Team SWPro on November 03, 2026

Today we talk to #1 hit songwriter Matt Warren. While he was mowing grass and selling Christmas trees to make ends meet, a country star told him, "Don't you dare sign a publishing deal." What's that all about? Listen up to...


Here Are The November 2026 “Pro Connect Event” Winners!

Announcements by Team SWPro on November 03, 2026

Here are the winners of Songwriting Pro's "Pro Connect" event for November 2026! First of all, thank you to each of you who took a chance, took positive action, and submitted one or more songs to this special event with Dusty...


Wordplay Thursday # 378 “LYRIC”

Wordplay Thursday by Team SWPro on October 29, 2026

Welcome to Wordplay Thursday! Let's get your creative wheels turning and kickstart your next song! Today, try using this word or phrase in the first line of your song... LYRIC Where does this take you?  Dive in and be fearless! ...


The C.L.I.M.B. #546: Are You Process Oriented or Goal Oriented?

The CLIMB Show by Team SWPro on October 27, 2026

Honest question: do you consider yourself to be process-oriented or goal-oriented? If you don't have an answer, you'd better get to the bottom of it quickly. If you do have one, choose wisely- because one of these could hinder your...


Song Title Challenge #224 “Show Me Your Hand” with Aaron Barker

The CLIMB Show by Team SWPro on October 23, 2026

Johnny D & Baxter welcome legendary hit songwriter, Aaron Barker, to The Challenge. Together, they create 5-6 different ideas for a song titled "Show Me Your Hand," sent in by CLIMBer Mark Lawhorne. Aaron is a Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame...


Wordplay Thursday # 377 “WAR”

Wordplay Thursday by Team SWPro on October 22, 2026

Welcome to Wordplay Thursday! Let's get your creative wheels turning and kickstart your next song! Today, try using this word or phrase in the first line of your song... WAR Where does this take you?  Dive in and be fearless! ...


The C.L.I.M.B. #545: 5 Things We Can Learn From Dolly Parton

The CLIMB Show by Team SWPro on October 20, 2026

Dolly Parton didn't just leave a catalog of legendary songs; she left us a masterclass in songwriting, business courage, and knowing who you are. Today, we're breaking down five things every songwriter and indie artist can learn from the legend. ...


Wordplay Thursday # 376 “CD”

Wordplay Thursday by Team SWPro on October 15, 2026

Welcome to Wordplay Thursday! Let's get your creative wheels turning and kickstart your next song! Today, try using this word or phrase in the first line of your song... CD Where does this take you?  Dive in and be fearless! ...


Here are the September 2026 Co+Write Pitch Event Winners!

Announcements by Team SWPro on October 14, 2026

Here are the winners of Songwriting Pro's "Co+Write Pitch" event for September 2026! First of all, thank you to each of you who took a chance, took positive action, and submitted one or more song-starts to this event with pro...


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