Songwriter Soup

Songwriter Soup
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Songwriter Soup

Songwriter Soup is a frank discussion about how to make it in the music industry as a songwriter. It takes grit and a lot of patience, but also sound financial advice. Laura Veltz is a Four-time Grammy-nominated songwriter and is teaming up with Tracy Hackney, a seasoned financial advisor for musicians, to bring you the tips and tricks of the industry. Joined by host and producer, Kevin Sokolnicki, the trio has interviews with some of the most prominent and up-and-coming songwriters and artists in the music industry. Songwriter Soup airs every Monday where you get your podcasts.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Add Love & Stir … & Other Life Hacks

    The trio delves into a few songwriting practices that can help you feel your feelings and unlock your creativity. Tracy also helps unpack why he doesn’t get investment antsy during big shifts like elections, and how you too can stay chill about your investments no matter what is going on in the world.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 3m

  2. SEP 16

    Tom Douglas

    Tom Douglas (“The House That Built Me” Miranda Lambert, “Meanwhile Back At Mamas” Tim McGraw, “I Run To You” Lady A) does what he does best on Songwriter Soup. With his signature eloquence and vulnerability, the patriarch of music row explains what held him back from pursuing his natural calling until his forties. We talk about the powerful effect of our parents voices in our heads, the role of pain as a songwriter’s most effective tool, and how many songs it takes to turn this creative pursuit into a business. Tom's songwriter Playlist on Apple Music: The Songwriters: Tom Douglas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 20m

  3. SEP 9

    Brett James

    The trio is joined this week by hit songwriter, Brett James (“Jesus Take The Wheel” Carrie Underwood, “Mr. Know It All” Kelly Clarkson, “Out Last Night” Kenny Chesney). Brett takes us through his on again, off again relationship with medical school interwoven between record deals and publishing deals, culminating in a surprise season of hits. The crew discusses how to manage your expectations through seasons of ups and downs, enjoying the mentor position in a room with younger writers, and the future of superstardom in the streaming era. Listen to Brett James' songwriter playlist on Apple Music: Brett James: The Songwriters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 13m

  4. SEP 2

    Expense Coverage, Fees, Master Sharing & More: What To (Gently) Ask for, Even If You Don’t Get it

    This week, Laura, Tracy & Kevin are joined by Laura’s songwriter manager, Hannah Babitt on Songwriter Soup. The crew attempts to breakdown the multitude of ways that the industry at large might consider compensating songwriters in the streaming era. They delve into the contrasts between Nashville and LA systems, the significance of transparent communication, when and when not to put your foot down, and the delicate balance of maintaining relationships while fostering industry-wide change. This episode is a candid look at the real-time shifts and the thoughtful minds spearheading these transformations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 20m

  5. AUG 26

    Amy Wadge

    This week, hit songwriter Amy Wadge (“Thinking Out Loud” Ed Sheeran, “Consequences”Camila Cabello, “Wonder Woman” Kacey Musgraves) brought her signature eloquence and lovable nature to the Soup. She shares her perspectives on being a woman in the songwriting world, how important it is to have people around you who believe in you, and her long distance relationship with her career in songwriting, which for her, involves regular travel overseas. We cover the harrowing chapter of her life during which she and Ed Sheeran were involved in a high profile copyright lawsuit for “Thinking Out Loud”, and we talk thru a few measures songwriters can take to prevent some of these lawsuits from happening in the first place. Amy Wadge: The Songwriters Playlist on Apple Music Follow Amy Wadge on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 15m

  6. AUG 19

    Listener Q&A Pt. 1

    We're back! After taking the summer off, Laura, Tracy and Kevin are getting back in the saddle with an episode dedicated to you, the listener, answering questions straight out of Laura's DMs. We're talking pay-to-play publishing, coveting that perfect song idea, and whether or not Nashville is the right place for your songs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 3m

  7. JUN 24

    Liz Rose

    One of Music City’s matriarchs, Liz Rose (“You Belong With Me” Taylor Swift, “Girl Crush” Little Big Town, “Burn It Down” Parker McCullum) is here for the long haul. Her tips and tricks for how to hang in there and focus on the love of the job are evergreen, just like her hits. Liz's Songwriter Playlist on Apple Music Written By Liz Rose Playlist on Spotify The Love Junkies Songbook on Apple Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 7m

  8. JUN 17

    Chris DeStefano

    Chris DeStefano brings a rare set of skills to the writer's room. Trained in film scoring at Berklee, Chris's knowledge of musical mechanics allows him to break out of ruts in writing sessions and infuse his songs with depth and gravitas. From singing in a boys choir in Austria, to session work in LA, to playing in a Salsa band in Las Vegas, to writing hits for Luke Bryan and Carrie Underwood, Chris's story proves of one of our favorite themes on this podcast: no matter where your songwriting journey takes you, nothing is wasted. Chris's Songwriter Playlist on Apple Music Written By Chris DeStefano on Spotify Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 6m
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Songwriter Soup is a frank discussion about how to make it in the music industry as a songwriter. It takes grit and a lot of patience, but also sound financial advice. Laura Veltz is a Four-time Grammy-nominated songwriter and is teaming up with Tracy Hackney, a seasoned financial advisor for musicians, to bring you the tips and tricks of the industry. Joined by host and producer, Kevin Sokolnicki, the trio has interviews with some of the most prominent and up-and-coming songwriters and artists in the music industry. Songwriter Soup airs every Monday where you get your podcasts.

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  • Creator
    Songwriter Soup
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    42
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Songwriter Soup LLC
  • Show Website
    Songwriter Soup

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