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...

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 ...

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...

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 ...

Episode Summary:Are you focused on making money from your music? Who isn't? In this episode, host Connor Frost takes a step back from the usual "how to make it big" advice to explore the real value of being a musician—experi...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Dear Songwriter, we dive into the art of storytelling in songwriting. Host Connor Lin Frost explores how Noah Kahan, a popular folk-influenced pop artist, uses three key songwriting techniques...

Feeling frustrated with your home vocal recordings? You're not alone! In this episode, I share my personal journey and the biggest lessons I learned while recording vocals at home for the first time. From overcoming perfectionism to fine-tuning...

Episode Summary: In this special birthday episode, host Connor Frost reflects on turning 36 and shares 36 hard-earned lessons from his journey as a songwriter and musician. These insights are intended to inspire and provoke thought, whet...

Welcome to Dear Songwriter, the podcast to help you confidently and consistently write and release your songs. In this episode, we're diving into something all too familiar for many songwriters: being stretched too thin. With the pressur...

Originally aired in 2022Do you feel very “untrained” when it comes to your songwriting?Do you feel like you just go based off of what’s in your head, but you’re not really sure what you’re doing?I certainly felt th...

Episode Title: Breaking Down the Costs of Producing Your SongEpisode Description: Dear songwriter, you've written a song and are ready to take it to the next stage—production and release. But when it comes to investing in y...

Episode Description: Dear songwriter, ever told yourself you'd work on your music after work or school, only to find yourself too drained to start? You're not alone. Many of us struggle with finding the time and energy to focus on our cr...

Originally aired in 2023Have you ever wondered how someone like me, who’s not super famous or even that well-known, can become a songwriting coach? Or what a songwriting coach even does? Or what philosophies they hold?In this epi...

Show Notes for Episode: "Creating Your Own Opportunities: The Four Wheels of the Self-Reliant Songwriter"Episode Summary: In this episode, Connor Frost, a seasoned songwriter, musician, and songwriting coach, shares valuable insig...

Intro:I received the first mix for my new song, from a Mixing Engineer the other day.And after doing this for almost two decades now, I have a much better understanding of what to listen for in a first mix.But that w...

Originally aired in 2022 - episode 11So you've released that album, single, or demo, and you're ready to play your first show.James Cross of the Bandhive podcast, walks us through the easiest and most practical way to book your ...

Originally aired in December 2022:Simon O’ Moore, AKA “Mount Pelier” spent the better part of a decade having trouble writing, making, and releasing music.But in the last year and a half, he’s taken matters into his own hands, by...

Originally aired on May 23rd, 2023So you’ve finished writing your song, and you got it recorded, mixed, and mastered.Now what? In this episode, my client and friend, Jacob Schrater details his experience with his firs...

Originally aired on June 20th, 2023Dear Songwriter! Today, we tackle the eternal question: should I start with lyrics in my songwriting?Now, there may be no right way to write a song... but here's the thing—I've discove...

Originally aired on January 3rd, 2023There’s no ONE way to become a full-time musician.But because I get asked the question so much, I thought I’d share my story for all to hear.It’s not for those looking for a qui...

Originally aired on December 27th, 2022I cringed when I first heard this song lol.But upon further review and analysis, I actually found it to be really interesting - there are a lot of cool things happening in this song....

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, and this episode is designed to be your friendly guide t...

Dear Songwriter,Are you ready to dive into the songwriting secrets belonging to The Beatles' quiet genius, George Harrison? Today, we'll be breaking down the timeless tracks "While My Guitar Gently Weeps" and "Something" to see what mak...

Dear Songwriter,This week I'm diving into the ripple effect a simple social media post about song structure sparked and why it got people divided and talking. The post I made on Threads amassed 106,000 views and 71 total comments, many ...

Dear songwriter,In this episode from the vault, initially aired on October 10th, 2023, my colleague Julie and I take you on a journey into the heart of songwriting creativity. Join us as we delve into our recent songwriting retreat held...