Each of songs on Rolling Stones list begs the question, what makes it so great? Why is this song in the top 500, not another one? I imagine some of the answer has to do with longevity, legacy, and historical import. But Rolling Stone never seems to mention any of that.  *Sigh*  Sometimes, these songs … Continue reading Saturday Songwriting: Just Like Heaven

Each of songs on Rolling Stones list begs the question, what makes it so great? Why is this song in the top 500, not another one? I imagine some of the answer has to do with longevity, legacy, and historical import. But Rolling Stone never seems to mention any of that.  *Sigh*  With number 489 … Continue reading Saturday Songwriting: Under the Boardwalk

It’s been a busy week. I’m taking a break on doing a more “official” write up about the song this week, which is “Clocks” by Coldplay. The sheet and prompt are below.  Enjoy! The Prompt: Here’s a link to Daria Hlazatova's Art. Find out more about Daria’s work here. The Musical Idea: Here's a downloadable pdf … Continue reading Saturday Songwriting: Clocks

"I love Rock ’N Roll" is a song with nine lives. It was originally written and recorded by the UK band Arrow. Alan Merrill, Arrow’s lead singer says it was his reaction to The Rolling Stones “It’s Only Rock ’N Roll.” In 1976, Arrow released “I Love Rock ’N Roll” as a B-side (sort of … Continue reading Saturday Songwriting: I Love Rock ‘N Roll

What can you add to the story of “I will Survive?” It’s an anthem that started out as a B side of the song “Substitute.” Gloria Gaynor recorded it in a while in a back brace after having spent 6 months in the hospital. The record company didn’t have any plans to support the song … Continue reading Saturday Songwriting: I Will Survive