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

C.L.I.M.B. Classic: Interview with Emily Olsen of Dream 3 Publishing

The CLIMB Show by Brent Baxter, Team SWPro on December 23, 2025

CLIMBer, today's C.L.I.M.B. Classic guest has gone from being in the studio as a production assistant for Taylor Swift to a Partner and Creative Director of an up-and-coming music publishing company, Dream 3 Publishing. She's awesome. She's...


Song Title Classic: “Dig A Little Deeper” with Neal McCoy

The CLIMB Show by Brent Baxter, Team SWPro on December 19, 2025

Song Title Challenge CLASSIC: Johnny and Brent welcome country star, Neal FREAKIN' McCoy to Song Title Challenge! Together, they hash out 5-6 different conceptual angles to writing the song titled, "Dig A Little Deeper," sent in by CLIMBer and Songwriting...


Wordplay Thursday # 333 “HOSTAGE”

Wordplay Thursday by Team SWPro on December 18, 2025

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... HOSTAGE Where does this take you?  Dive in and be fearless! ...


C.L.I.M.B. Classic: Spotify Myths

The CLIMB Show by Brent Baxter, Team SWPro on December 16, 2025

CLIMBer, Johnny keeps hearing artists talk about choosing this streaming platform over that streaming platform because it "pays" better. There is no set streaming rate for any streaming service. What the heck does that mean? Today, Johnny D dives into...


J.A.M. Session: Every songwriter needs AC/DC

The CLIMB Show by Team SWPro on December 12, 2025

This is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's monthly, members-only "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M....


Wordplay Thursday # 332 “CUSTOMER”

Wordplay Thursday by Team SWPro on December 11, 2025

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... CUSTOMER Where does this take you?  Dive in and be fearless! ...


C.L.I.M.B. Classic: Dustin Lolli of Sanctus Real

The CLIMB Show by Brent Baxter, Team SWPro on December 09, 2025

Here's the thing: after multiple record deals, their greatest successes came when they WEREN'T on a label! Brent & Johnny welcome lead vocalist for the acclaimed Christian band, Sanctus Real. They are celebrated for their authentic lyrics, powerful performances, and they've...


STC CLASSIC: “Sinner’s Heart” with Taylor Austin Dye

The CLIMB Show by Brent Baxter, Team SWPro on December 05, 2025

If you haven't heard this Song Title Challenge yet, it's worth your time! Taylor Austin Dye is an indie artist (now signed to Red Street Records) who is currently blowing up! She has over 1 million followers across all social media...


Wordplay Thursday # 331 “STATE”

Wordplay Thursday by Team SWPro on December 05, 2025

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... STATE Where does this take you?  Dive in and be fearless! ...


Here are the December 2025 Play For A Publisher Winners!

Announcements by Brent Baxter, Team SWPro on December 04, 2025

Here are the winners of Songwriting Pro's "Play For A Publisher" event for December 2025! First of all, thank you to each of you who took a chance, took positive action, and submitted one or more songs to this event with...


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