SongTown on Songwriting | Mastering the Art of Great Songs
by Clay Mills & Marty Dodson
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Your Song Is Already Copyrighted — Here’s What Most Songwriters Get Wrong
Jun 22, 2026
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12 Song Pitching Mistakes That Peg You As An Amateur Songwriter (Don't Burn Bridges!)
Jun 15, 2026
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Is Songwriting Worth It – Or Am I Delusional?
Jun 8, 2026
13m 06s
How Pro Songwriters Write Universal Songs (Without Being Generic)
Jun 1, 2026
12m 52s
Why Your Songs Don't Hit Hard Enough : 5 Songwriting Fixes
May 25, 2026
11m 02s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/22/26 | Your Song Is Already Copyrighted — Here’s What Most Songwriters Get Wrong | Did you know your song is already copyrighted the moment you write it? In this lesson, hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down what most songwriters get wrong about copyright — including the "poor man's copyright" myth, why registering with ASCAP or BMI has nothing to do with your copyright, and when pro songwriters actually bother to officially register a song. Note: Clay and Marty are not lawyers. For legal advice, consult a music attorney. | — | ||||||
| 6/15/26 | 12 Song Pitching Mistakes That Peg You As An Amateur Songwriter (Don't Burn Bridges!) | In this songwriting lesson, hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down 12 song pitching mistakes that can peg you as an amateur songwriter and burn bridges with publishers, artists, and industry pros. Learn how to pitch songs the right way, protect your relationships, and give your music the best chance to be heard. | — | ||||||
| 6/8/26 | Is Songwriting Worth It – Or Am I Delusional?✨ | songwritingmusic goals+4 | — | BillboardGrammy+1 | — | songwritingBillboard+5 | — | 13m 06s | |
| 6/1/26 | How Pro Songwriters Write Universal Songs (Without Being Generic)✨ | songwritinguniversal songs+3 | — | — | — | songwritinguniversal songs+4 | — | 12m 52s | |
| 5/25/26 | Why Your Songs Don't Hit Hard Enough : 5 Songwriting Fixes✨ | songwritingcontrast+4 | — | — | — | songwriting tipscontrast in lyrics+4 | — | 11m 02s | |
| 5/18/26 | 4 Worst Ways To Co-write A Song✨ | co-writingsongwriting+3 | — | — | — | co-writesongwriting+3 | — | 8m 04s | |
| 5/11/26 | 3 Chords Every REAL Songwriter Should Know✨ | songwritingchords+3 | — | — | — | songwritingchords+3 | — | 10m 48s | |
| 5/4/26 | Why Most "List Songs" Don’t Work (Pro Songwriting Fixes)✨ | list songssongwriting+3 | — | — | — | list songssongwriting tips+3 | — | 7m 15s | |
| 4/27/26 | 10 Lyrics Mistakes That Peg You As An Amateur Songwriter✨ | lyric mistakessongwriting tips+3 | — | — | — | lyricssongwriting+6 | — | 16m 42s | |
| 4/20/26 | Songwriting Masterclass: 3 Skills Every Serious Songwriter Needs to Master✨ | songwritingskills+3 | — | — | — | songwritingskills+5 | — | 8m 41s | |
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| 4/13/26 | 3 Signs You're a Better Songwriter Than You Think✨ | songwritinglyric writing+4 | — | — | — | songwritersongwriting tips+3 | — | 10m 13s | |
| 4/6/26 | Why You Should Write Songs Even If No One Hears Them✨ | songwritingcreativity+3 | — | — | — | songwritingcreative life+3 | — | 13m 38s | |
| 3/30/26 | How to Write So That People Want to Listen (Pro Songwriting Tips)✨ | songwritingemotional connection+3 | — | — | — | songwriting tipsemotional truth+3 | — | 12m 41s | |
| 3/23/26 | The 7 Deadly Sins of Songwriting | Avoid These Now | What are the biggest mistakes songwriters make that can hurt both their songs and their careers? In this SongTown lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down the 7 deadly sins of songwriting—from gossip and blame to preachy lyrics, emotional untruth, and turning opinions into facts. If you want to write better songs, build better co-writes, and grow as a songwriter, this one is for you. | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | 3 Things Most Indie Artists Miss When Releasing Music | Clay Mills of SongTown chats with Clay Myers (Top Artist Development Consultant) about 3 areas every indie artist need to master to have a successful career. | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | How Publishers Know If Your Songwriting Is Good? | How do publishers know if your songwriting is actually good? In this lesson, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down the 3 instant tells. | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Where Great Songs Go to Die (Your iPhone) | In this episode, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down why song ideas get lost in voice memos and notes — and how professional songwriters organize their titles, melodies, and lyric ideas so nothing slips through the cracks. If you want better songwriting systems, stronger co-writes, and more finished songs, this one’s for you. | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | Lyricist Only? Here’s How You Make It As A Songwriter | In this episode, Multi #1 songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down the truth about being a lyricist in today’s music business… and what actually works if you want to get songs written, recorded, and released. | — | ||||||
| 2/16/26 | Why Listeners Skip Your Song: 5 Pro Songwriting Fixes | Why do listeners skip your song? In this lesson, Clay and I break down 5 pro songwriting fixes to help you grab attention fast and keep people listening past that critical first 30 seconds. We’ll talk unique sound, fresh lyrics, contrast, emotion, and finding your songwriting fingerprint so your songs stand out and connect. | — | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | 10 Melody Mistakes that Peg You as an Amateur Songwriter | In this week’s SongTown Songwriting Podcast episode, multi-hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson, who've critiqued thousands of songs at SongTown, break down the 10 most common melody mistakes that peg a songwriter as an amateur. Correct these 10 simple things and you will be quickly writing your best songs! | — | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | Make Your Melodies Hit Harder: 3 Pro Songwriting Tips! | Want your melodies to hit harder and feel more emotional? Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down 3 pro-level melody moves you can use today—plus a bonus tip—to make your hooks more powerful and your lyric-to-melody fit shine. | — | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | The REAL Reasons You Don't Finish Songs! | If you’ve got a hard drive full of “almost done” songs, this one’s for you. Clay Mills and Marty Dodson break down the real reasons songs stall—perfectionism, fear of failure, no process, and lack of focus—plus practical mindset shifts to help you finish what you start. Want better feedback and a clearer path forward? Come hang with us at SongTown and keep leveling up your craft. | — | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | Lyrics Not Hitting Hard? Do These! (5 Pro Moves) | Want lyrics that land harder and feel more real? In this SongTown Studio lesson, Clay Mills breaks down 5 pro moves that help you write with heart, paint emotion-rich pictures, and keep your message clear. If you’re chasing stronger hooks and a lyric-to-melody fit that connects fast, this one’s for you. | — | ||||||
| 1/5/26 | 7 Ways to Hook Listeners In the First 7 Seconds of Your Song (Pro Tips!) | Hook your listener fast. In this SongTown Podcast, hit songwriters Clay Mills and Marty Dodson share 7 ways to hook listeners in the first 7 seconds—starting with the first vocal line, not the production intro. You’ll get practical songwriting tips from hit songwriters you can use today. | — | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | These Songwriting Myths are Holding You Back! | These Songwriting Myths Are Holding You Back, Clay Mills and Marty Dodson bust 5 big beliefs that secretly stall your progress—You’ll hear real-world stories from the writing room, learn how pros actually think about creativity, and pick up practical ways to level up your craft starting today. | — | ||||||
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Chart Positions
10 placements across 10 markets.
Chart Positions
10 placements across 10 markets.