
Dear Songwriter...
A podcast to help you confidently and regularly write and release your music.
Episodes
155 episodes
FROM THE VAULT: I Wrote a Song for TV Consideration - What I Learned
This episode originally aired on March 4th, 2024Dear Songwriter,Have you ever found yourself on the edge of a new, somewhat terrifying, adventure? This episode is all about the journey of diving into the unfamiliar as I discuss t...
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137. Harsh Truth You Need to Hear Today
🎧 Episode Summary:Harsh truth? Sometimes you have to be bad at something now to be great at it later. In this honest and reflective episode, host Conor Lynn Frost shares a personal story about an uncomfortable to...
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136. The one question to ask before starting a new music project
🎧 Episode Summary:In this short but powerful solo episode, Conor Lynn Frost—songwriter, producer, and mentor—answers a question many artists wrestle with: “Is it worth it to start?”Whether you're thinking of launching a n...
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135. 4 Reasons Why I'm Releasing an Instrumental for My Song
Episode Summary: In this episode, Connor Lin Frost dives into why he released an instrumental version of his song Valentina. If you're a self-producing songwriter, this episode is especially for you. Connor shares his initia...
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134. I almost made this one huge mistake with my song
** these show notes were created with ChatGPT**📌 Episode Summary: In this heartfelt solo episode, Connor opens up about a moment of doubt right before the release of his song Valentina. Caught in the whirlwind of soci...
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133. Why You Don't Need Anyone But Yourself to Create
--these notes were created using ChatGPT--Episode Summary:Feeling overwhelmed trying to do it all as a self-producing songwriter? In this episode, Connor Frost shares a powerful personal story from a solo day in Taipei that led t...
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132. Should I Share This?
--these show notes were made using ChatGPT--Episode Summary:In this solo episode, Connor Frost dives into a question many songwriters face: Should you share your demos, B-sides, or unfinished songs with the world? Throug...
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131. The Gift You're Taking for Granted
**these show notes were generated using ChatGPT**Episode Summary:In this episode, Connor Frost shares a powerful reminder for every songwriter: you have a gift that you're likely taking for granted. But before revealing wh...
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130. The most meaningful compliment I ever received
These notes were generated by ChatGPT🎧 Episode SummaryIn this short but powerful solo episode, Connor Frost brings you one thought, one question, one tip, and one story—all designed to encourage and inspire you a...
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129. How I Made an Animated Lyric Video (Without Being an Animator)
Show notes created w/ ChatGPT🎙️ Episode Title: How I Made an Animated Lyric Video (Without Being an Animator)🎧 Episode SummaryFeeling overwhelmed trying to figure out how to create visuals for your song release? ...
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128. You're not asking this one question
TRANSCRIPT (there may be some errors): Dear songwriter, if you are someone who is starting to produce your songs from your own home, from your bedroom, and you're struggling to finish your projects, it's because, probably beca...
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127. You Can Only Take Your Song so Far
Episode Summary: In this episode, I share one thought, one tough question, one tip, and one story to help you on your songwriting and self-production journey. Plus, a quick shameless plug—my new single Valentina is out today...
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126. How I Got My Music Featured with Just 2 Emails
Show Notes: How I Got My Song Featured with Just Two Emails (made with ChatGPT)Episode Summary:In this episode, I break down how I got my new song, Valentina, featured on the music publication V13 with j...
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125. It's OK to NOT like your song...
Transcript (there may be some errors): Dear songwriter, in today's episode, I wanna give you one thought, one question, one tip, and one story, hopefully, as a way to encourage you, to help you to make it so you can break thro...
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124. 2-Minute Reframe to Help Your Songwriting
Dear Songwriter,A student told me the other day, "I don't want to release my music if hardly anyone will listen to it. I think that would destroy me."My initial reaction?I've been there. I'm STILL there. And I...
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FROM THE VAULT: 3 Things We Can Learn from Green Day's "Redundant"
This episode was originally aired on June 15th, 2023.Dear Songwriter! In this episode, we're diving into the timeless hit "Redundant" by Green Day, unraveling the three valuable lessons it holds for aspiring songwriters.For this ...
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123. Two Key Production Decisions I Made in My Latest Single
**these notes were created using ChatGPT**Episode Summary:In this episode, songwriter and teacher Connor Frost dives into two key songwriting decisions he made for his single Sit and Wait. Reflecting on post-release ...
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122. How Do I Book My First Live Event?
**these notes were generated using ChatGPT**Podcast Summary:Episode Title: How to Book Your First Live ShowIn this episode, Connor Frost shares a live Q&A session from his Songwriter Accelerator Program. T...
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FROM THE VAULT: Four Questions I Ask During the Demo Production Process
*This episode originally aired on May 7th, 2024*Dear songwriter,Are you overwhelmed by the plethora of sounds and instruments you have at your disposal once you open up your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)? I've been there too, ...
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121. How I Got My Music Featured on Music Blogs
Episode Summary (this was made w/ ChatGPT):In this episode, we’re diving deep into the strategies and steps you need to take to get your music featured on music blogs, playlists, and more. I’m sharing a recorded masterclass originally cr...
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120. 12 Lessons I Re-Learned in 2024
Episode Description:As we close out the year 2024, it’s the perfect time for reflection. In this final episode of the year, I share a candid look back at the triumphs, challenges, and invaluable lessons I learned as a songwriter and ...
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119. From Lyric to Release: The Journey of Creating "Real Friends"
Episode Summary:In this episode, Connor Frost breaks down the process of transforming a single lyric idea into a fully realized, release-ready song. Using his latest track Real Friends as a case study, Connor shares the step...
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FROM THE VAULT: What We Can Learn about Songwriting from Sia’s “Unstoppable”
Dear Songwriter! In this episode, originally released on June 29th, 2023, we're analyzing Sia's empowering song "Unstoppable" from her album "This is Acting," released in 2016. This mid-tempo track showcases intriguing songwriting choices that ...
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