Brent Baxter gave feedback on Shine (Don't Hide Your Light)

Hey, Marcus!  Thanks for sharing.  I like the musical groove.  I like the idea.  It feels kinda retro/theater- I’m not sure who in comtemporary gospel/ Christian music could cut it.  But I’m certainly no expert.  I’d be curious to hear... Read More

Brent Baxter gave feedback on A Hard Act to Follow

Hey, Richard!  Thanks for sharing.  Nice image to start the song.  The title has a big melodic spotlight on it, so I know the title even without seeing the lyric- well done. In the 2nd verse, do we even need to go to the negative ending to... Read More

Brent Baxter gave feedback on Getting By

Hey, Robin- thanks for sharing.  I like the feel and general idea of the song.  The only thing I’d challenge you to do is to add more imagery to your lyric.  How can you say some of these things - with imagery?  Like, could you... Read More

Brent Baxter gave feedback on Bummer

Hey, Robin!  Thanks for sharing.  Funny- really liked the line about the black cat and the ladder.  Good stuff.  It’s silly, but it’s fun.  Please pay it forward by leaving a comment on another writer’s song.  Thanks!

Brent Baxter gave feedback on Cheap Motel

Hey, Michael- thanks for sharing!  Congrats on the contest placement. There’s some great imagery here.  You definitely set the mood and scene.  (Hair in the drain, beer can ashtray, etc.)  Well done! Now, it’s a folk song, so it may not need as much... Read More