Songwriting Pro

How long should it take you to write a song? Think you’re writing your songs too quickly or too slowly? Think again!

In this episode, Brent and Johnny discuss the REALITY of professional songwriting.

If you want the world to hear your music, you wanna hear this! The link to listen is above and below.

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

The C.L.I.M.B. stands for “Creating Leverage In The Music Business,” and that’s the goal of this podcast- to help singers, indie artists and songwriters like YOU to create leverage in the music business. What is leverage? It’s “strategic advantage; the power to act effectively.” We want to help YOU make stuff happen in the music biz.

It’s exciting to see how folks are digging the show- and being helped on their CLIMB. If YOU like it, we’d really appreciate it if you’d subscribe and leave a rating or review on iTunes. Positive ratings and reviews help us to climb the iTunes rankings so more people become aware of the show and we can help more singers, songwriters, and indie artists like you make The CLIMB!

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

Brent Baxter is a hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, Lady Antebellum, Joe Nichols, Gord Bamford, Ruthie Collins, Ray Stevens, and more. He’s written a top 10 in Texas, a top 5 hit in the US and a #1 in Canada… so far.

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Song Title Challenge #37: “Different Shades Of You”

April 5, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

Get into a pro songwriter’s mind!

Johnny takes a title submitted by a CLIMBer like you, and he springs it on me live! Then I have to figure out how to make it a hit… yikes! Watch me blow up or flame out.

If you want to submit a title, send it to Johnny at info@daredevilproduction.com.

It’s not a cowrite. You keep 100% ownership of whatever you write, and you’re free to use any ideas I throw out. I am NOT a cowriter on this. Any ideas are simply my gift to you!

If you’re a singer, songwriter or indie artist who wants to grow your career, THIS is the podcast for you!

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

Brent Baxter is a hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson, Randy Travis, Lady Antebellum, Joe Nichols, Gord Bamford, Ruthie Collins, Ray Stevens, and more. He’s written a top 5 hit in the US, a top 10 in Texas, and a #1 in Canada… so far.

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The C.L.I.M.B. #164: How To Be A Great Artist 101

April 2, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

Do you want to be a better artist? Do you aspire to be a GREAT artist?

Life as a better artist begins at the end of your comfort zone.

In this episode, Johnny and Brent discuss how artists like YOU can become GREAT.

If you want the world to hear your music, you wanna hear this! The link to listen is above and below.

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

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The C.L.I.M.B. Expand Your Brand #29: Life Changing Engagement Hack

March 29, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

How do you feel about the engagement on your Instagram account?

Could it be better?

The value and impact of your account has EVERYTHING to do with the engagement and little to do with the actual number of followers. Remember, this is all about creating culture.

The Instagram engagement hack we share with you on this episode will turn up your engagement immediately.

If you’re a singer, songwriter or indie artist who wants to grow your career, THIS is the podcast for you!

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

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The C.L.I.M.B. #163: How Do You Balance Passion And Profit?

March 26, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

As a songwriter, do you always write for profit? Or do you just write what’s in your heart?

In this episode, Brent and Johnny discuss how professional songwriters balance passion and profit. And how they CAN work together!

If you want the world to hear your music, you wanna hear this. The link to listen is above and below.

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

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Song Title Challenge #41: “God And My Mom”

March 22, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

Get into a pro songwriter’s mind!

Johnny takes a title submitted by a CLIMBer like you, and he springs it on me live! Then I have to figure out how to make it a hit… yikes! Watch me blow up or flame out.

If you want to submit a title, send it to Johnny at info@daredevilproduction.com.

It’s not a cowrite. You keep 100% ownership of whatever you write, and you’re free to use any ideas I throw out. I am NOT a cowriter on this. Any ideas are simply my gift to you!

If you’re a singer, songwriter or indie artist who wants to grow your career, THIS is the podcast for you!

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

The C.L.I.M.B., Think Like A Pro, Write Like A Pro

Song Title Challenge #36: “Love Above”

March 22, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

Get into a pro songwriter’s mind!

Johnny takes a title submitted by a CLIMBer like you, and he springs it on me live! Then I have to figure out how to make it a hit… yikes! Watch me blow up or flame out.

If you want to submit a title, send it to Johnny at info@daredevilproduction.com.

It’s not a cowrite. You keep 100% ownership of whatever you write, and you’re free to use any ideas I throw out. I am NOT a cowriter on this. Any ideas are simply my gift to you!

If you’re a singer, songwriter or indie artist who wants to grow your career, THIS is the podcast for you!

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

Do Business Like A Pro, The C.L.I.M.B.

The C.L.I.M.B. #162: Dive Deep Into Your Culture

March 19, 2019 Brent Baxter 2 Comments

Think you hate marketing yourself as an artist? Think all marketing is shady? You might want to think again!

In this episode, Brent and Johnny discuss the how successful artist marketing is really just about making a CULTURE around you. And, not only that, we discuss some actionable ways you can do that.

If you want the world to hear your music, you wanna hear this. The link to listen is above and below.

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

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The C.L.I.M.B. Expand Your Brand #28: 5 Things You Need To Ask Yourself

March 15, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

Are you a little confused on social media?

Do you think there are things you don’t know that could make your social media accounts more effective as an artist?

These 5 questions will change your life.

If you’re a singer, songwriter or indie artist who wants to grow your career, THIS is the podcast for you!

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on:

Thanks for your time. It means a lot to me, and hopefully it’ll be a lot of help for you!

God Bless and keep C.L.I.M.B.ing,

Brent

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The C.L.I.M.B. #161: Do You Have To Attend A Songwriting/Music College?

March 12, 2019 Brent Baxter Leave a comment

Think you MUST get a music / music business degree from a college or university in order to succeed in the music business? You might want to think again!

In this episode, Brent and Johnny discuss the advantages of attending a music school… and how you can get a great songwriting / music biz eduction WITHOUT it.

If you want the world to hear your music, you wanna hear this. The link to listen is above and below.

The C.L.I.M.B. Podcast is proud to partner with Disc Makers- who have been supporting indie musicians before indie music was even a thing.

When you’re ready to make CDs, DVDs, vinyl- or distribute your music and videos with customized USBs- www.discmakers.com is the only place you need to go.

And while you’re there, click the “Guides and Resources” tab and download some of their excellent free guides. They’ve just revised and expanded their Home Studio Handbook, which has got a ton of great advice and information for newbies and studio veterans.

Find them online at www.discmakers.com or give them a call at 800-468-9353.

If you aren’t on iTunes, you can listen to the show at our website:

If you have an Android phone, you can subscribe to the show on: