How to Write a James Bond Song | feat. Josephine De Smet April Keez 2020-09-16 | How to write a James Bond song! In this video, I am joined by the amazing, @JosephineDeSmet to do a random word songwriting challenge! The random words turned out particularly secret agenty, so I decided to use this opportunity to take a deep dive into the songwriting in the James Bond franchise.If you enjoy this video, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:0:58 - The Challenge 4:04 - The Thing About James Bond Songs9:01 - I Accidentally Write a Carrie Underwood Song?9:49 - Writing My Song19:36 - Sneak Peek of Josephine's Song♫ Josephine's Video:youtube.com/watch?v=eHQd26gEGXQ&ab_channel=JosephineDeSmet♫ The guy who figured out about the chord progression way before I did:youtube.com/watch?v=kVI6p7tL8O8&t=20s---------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #lyricwriting #jamesbondWow, you parkoured all the way down to the bottom of the description! Nice!
Are You a Good Songwriter? (5 Ways to Tell & Improve Your Songwriting) April Keez 2022-10-27 | Are you a good songwriter? In this video, we're discussing how to tell if you are a good songwriter and how to get better! There is always room to improve, so keep writing!I hope you find this video helpful and if you do, remember to like, comment, subscribe, and ring that cute little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to join me on Patreon!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:15 - You Listen to Music Holistically01:44 - You Don't Have to Be Inspired04:04 - You Are an Active Learner05:26 - You Listen to Feedback06:26 - You Can Critique Your Own Work----------------------♫ Patreonpatreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my latest Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3PpxMMX♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez----------------------My logo and intro were designed by the incredible Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters #songwritingtips
How to Write More Songs Faster #shorts April Keez 2022-09-21 | How to write more songs faster! I hope you find this video helpful and remember to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post.If you want to support the channel, feel free to join me on Patreon!----------------------♫ Patreonpatreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my latest Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3PpxMMX♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez----------------------My logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriters #howtowriteasong #songwritingtips You're wonderful! Go write some songs!
How to Write a Song Like Lizzo | 2 Be Loved (Am I Ready) April Keez 2022-08-19 | How to write a song like 2 Be loved (Am I Ready) by Lizzo! I've been loving Lizzo's new album, Special, so in this video, we're breaking down the songwriting and production techniques that make this song so good. I hope you find this video helpful and if you do, remember to like, comment, subscribe, and ring that cute little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to join me on Patreon!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro0:29 - He Squeeze My Belly02:02 - *Lyrics*03:37 - Writing Clever Lyrics05:22 - Internal Rhyme & Rap/Sung Lyrics06:43 - *Chords*10:23 - Clapping Section12:12 - Modulation14:07 - *Arrangement*15:38 - Breath Sounds17:44 - Filling in Empty Space19:05 - *Melody*----------------------♫ 2 Be Loved (Am I Ready) by Lizzoyoutube.com/watch?v=krdQLzzAeZU----------------------♫ Patreonpatreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my latest Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3PpxMMX♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez----------------------My logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #2beloved #lizzo Seriously, Tyson Beckford looks exactly the same as he did in the 90s... 👀
Your Songwriting Voice | How to Find Your Style as a Songwriter April Keez 2022-07-08 | How to find your style as a songwriter! If you've ever felt like your songs are too similar to your favorite artists, this one is for you. In this video, we're chatting about how to find your songwriting voice. I hope you find these tips helpful and remember to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post.If you want to support the channel, feel free to join me on Patreon!----------------------♫ Patreonpatreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my latest Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3PpxMMX♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez----------------------My logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters #songwritingtips Californiaaaa
5 Songwriting Tips in 1 Minute #shorts April Keez 2022-06-30 | 5 Songwriting Tips in 1 Minute! I hope you find these tips helpful and remember to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post.If you want to support the channel, feel free to join me on Patreon!----------------------♫ Patreonpatreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my latest Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3PpxMMX♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez----------------------My logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriters #howtowriteasong #songwritingtips Happy summer, sunshines!
I Lost My Voice: A Sing-a-Long April Keez 2022-04-21 | I'm sick this week and lost my voice, but here's a little song anyway! Enjoy my silly sing-a-long graphics (they took forever lol) and remember to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez----------------------My logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriters #originalsong #ilostmyvoiceMe making this video: "STAND in the place where you li-"
Songwriting & Goosebumps | How to Give People Goosebumps With Your Songwriting April Keez 2022-03-21 | How to give people goosebumps with your songwriting! In this video, we are going to explore songs that give us goosebumps, why they happen, and how you can use these techniques in your own songwriting to give your listeners the chills.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro01:20 - The Buildup04:13 - Expectations07:27 - Familiarity----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez----------------------♫ Learn About Frisson/Chills:youtube.com/watch?v=5LLpcbmNkvAncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC58814medium.com/amalgamate/a-study-found-90-of-people-got-chills-listening-to-this-song-e4c52b1506cd----------------------♫ Songs I Talked About in this Video:Hide and Seek - Imogen Heapyoutube.com/watch?v=Y4OLQB7ON9wFeeling Good - Nina Simoneyoutube.com/watch?v=oHRNrgDIJfoHedwig's Theme - John Williams (from Harry Potter)youtube.com/watch?v=wtHra9tFISYI'll Cover You (Reprise) - Jonathan Larson (from Rent)youtube.com/watch?v=Fi9srqFqCFoStronger - Kanye Westyoutube.com/watch?v=PsO6ZnUZI0gHarder, Better, Faster, Stronger - Daft Punkyoutube.com/watch?v=gAjR4_CbPpQCola Bottle Baby - Edwin Birdsongyoutube.com/watch?v=fiD39jo5Yo4Say Yes - Elliot Smithyoutube.com/watch?v=8bxmk09lCzkYoü and I - Lady Gagayoutube.com/watch?v=wYxW3bJGj0k----------------------My logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #goosebumps #songwritingtipsTurn to page 394.
What Does Show Dont Tell Mean in Songwriting? April Keez 2022-02-23 | What does "show don't tell" mean in songwriting? In this video, we're talking about what the phrase "show don't tell" means, whether it’s good advice, and how you can use both “showing” and “telling” in your lyric writing.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:16 - What Does "Show Don't Tell" Mean?01:56 - The 5 Levels of Showing04:52 - Striking a Balance07:21 - How We Perceive Language♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #lyricwriting #songwritingtipsAnyone else getting sick of the brown snow on the side of the road?
One Song From Idea to Finished Recording | Before and After #shorts April Keez 2022-02-08 | One song from idea to finished recording! I did this a couple of months ago with my song, Grow Up, and thought it'd be fun to try it with another song. So, here's my first draft of my original song, Misfit, next to the final master. Hope you enjoy it!If you do, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Listen to Misfit:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez#songwriting #beforeandafter #originalsongWhen your smile falls down, I wanna lift it!
3 Small Songwriting YouTube Channels to Follow in 2022 April Keez 2022-01-26 | In this video, I'm giving you 3 small songwriting YouTube channels to follow in 2022! These channels are all fantastic songwriting resources and under 1000 subs. I would love for you to check them all out!If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:41 - Homemade Songwriter01:05 - At Home Songwriting with Chad Shank01:29 - LizzyLiz♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ Homemade Songwriteryoutube.com/c/HomemadeSongwriter♫ At Home Songwriting with Chad Shankyoutube.com/channel/UCCRMok5n83Q-ghl_GtctG8A♫ @drelizabethadekale youtube.com/channel/UCYfenhok_HcPQinmF9L5PDQ----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters #songwritingtipsGo follow these awesome channels!
What to Write a Song About When Nothing Ever Happens to You April Keez 2022-01-12 | I read an article from @ReductressTV called "How to Write a Song When Nothing Has Ever Happened to You" which was super funny, but also - I get asked this question all the time! So, I figured that today, we should talk about what to write about when your life just... isn't that interesting.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0 ----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:33 - Characters02:26 - Emotions04:08 - From the Other Side♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ How To Write a Song When Nothing Has Ever Happened to Youreductress.com/post/how-to-write-a-song-when-nothing-has-ever-happened-to-you----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters #songwritingtipsThe kitten in this video is OPHELIA and this is her video debut!!
Write Better Lyrics | How to Be a Better Lyric Writer April Keez 2022-01-06 | How to be a better lyric writer! In this video, we're discussing some helpful lyric writing tips to make your songwriting even better this year!If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0 ----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:33 - Coming Up With Ideas04:07 - The 5 S's of Lyric Writing♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ I Wish I Was Your Phone - Waxyoutube.com/watch?v=O2z3mx-hOLw----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters #songwritingtipsHappy New Year!
Song Idea vs Finished Song | Songwriting Process Before and After #shorts April Keez 2021-12-19 | One song from idea to finished recording! I thought it'd be fun to show you the first draft of my song, Grow Up, next to the final master. So, here is the original song idea vs the finished song. Hope you enjoy it!If you do, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Listen to Grow Up:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/grow-up----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez#songwriting #beforeandafter #originalsongRelease!
Unusual Songwriting Tips (Unique Tips for Writing a Song) April Keez 2021-11-17 | In this video, I'm giving you some unusual songwriting tips to help break you out of your usual songwriting routine! I hope you enjoy using these tips to write some new and unique songs!If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0 ----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:15 - Coming Up With Ideas03:22 - Music08:24 - Lyrics10:37 - General Tips♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ A Convenient Thesaurusthesaurus.com----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters #songwritingtipsThe - saur - us. The - saurus. Thesatrfdjskhfsdkjf
How to Write a Song Like Adele (Easy On Me Songwriting Tutorial) April Keez 2021-10-27 | In this video, I'm showing you how to write a song like Adele's Easy On Me! This song is so beautiful, so let's figure out what makes it so good and use the same techniques to write songs inspired by @adele.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0 ----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:21 - Vocal Technique06:37 - Melody08:54 - Chords11:18 - Lyrics♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ Easy On Me - Adeleyoutube.com/watch?v=U3ASj1L6_sY♫ The Chords:tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/adele/easy-on-me-chords-3911360----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#EasyOnMe #adele #songwritingRemember to go eEeEeEeEasy on yourself!
How to Write a Song About Death | Writing About Loss, Grief, and Mental Health April Keez 2021-10-02 | Today, we're tackling a heavy topic - how to write a song about death, loss, and grief. Songwriting during the grieving process or an existential crisis can be difficult, but hopefully, writing songs will help to give you some comfort in these hard moments.If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, you can find help at a National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:USA: 18002738255 US Crisis textline: 741741 text HOMEUnited Kingdom: 116 123Trans Lifeline (877-565-8860)Others: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_linessuicidepreventionlifeline.orgIf you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!You can also check out my Skillshare class with this link: https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro and some real talk01:05 - Writing About Loss05:25 - Writing About Mental Health09:01 - Writing About Your Own Death♫ Song Examples:Fire and Rain by James Taylor youtube.com/watch?v=EbD7lfrsY2sAdam's Song by Blink 182 youtube.com/watch?v=qIh3NEUt3ycIf I Die Young by The Band Perryyoutube.com/watch?v=I2d8MpswPuQThe Great Gig in the Sky by Pink Floydyoutube.com/watch?v=mPGv8L3a_sY----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class:https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriters #songwriting #writesongsYou are loved.
This is Why You Never Finish Songs April Keez 2021-08-20 | Wondering why you never finish songs? In this video, I'm giving you 5 reason you're having trouble finishing your songs and how to write the second verse. If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my Skillshare class with the link below!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:22 - You're Winging It02:28 - You're Too Self Critical05:58 - You Keep Polishing The Pretty Stuff08:20 - You Rely on Inspiration11:25 - You're Forcing Your Songs Into a Box♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class:https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriters #songwriting #writesongsReach for the sun, you glorious sunflower!
How to Write a Song Like Happier Than Ever | Billie Eilish Songwriting Tutorial April Keez 2021-08-05 | In this video, I'm showing you how to write a song like Happier Than Ever by Billie Eilish! I love the songwriting and production on this song, so let's figure out why it is so good and use the same techniques to write songs inspired by @BillieEilish.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my Skillshare class with the link below in order to put yourself in the running for a FREE YEAR of Skillshare premium! Skillshare Link:* https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0 * ----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:36 - Outline03:43 - The Music04:30 - The Chords04:51 - 9th Chords05:22 - Secondary Dominants08:12 - The Lyrics11:40 - Recording14:01 - Win a FREE YEAR of Skillshare Premium! ♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class!https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ Happier Than Ever - Billie Eilish:youtube.com/watch?v=5GJWxDKyk3A♫ The Chords:tabs.ultimate-guitar.com/tab/billie-eilish/happier-than-ever-chords-3592094♫ Soundtrap (the DAW website I used in this video):soundtrap.com----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#happierthanever #billieeilish #songwritingI'm the baaaad guy. DUH
How to Write a Song if You Don’t Play an Instrument or Sing | Step by Step Songwriting Tutorial April Keez 2021-07-28 | How to write a song if you don't play an instrument or sing! In this video, I'm giving you a step by step walkthrough of my songwriting process without any instruments or vocals. I hope you enjoy it!If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my Skillshare class with the link below!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro01:17 - Creating 4 Bar Loops02:28 - Chords04:20 - Super Simple Drums05:00 - Melody07:32 - Using a DAW09:15 - Bass & Guitar14:06 - Final Song & Stuff♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class:https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ Chrome Music Lab Song Maker:musiclab.chromeexperiments.com/Song-Maker♫ Soundtrap:soundtrap.com----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriters #songwriting #productionHey there! Welcome to the bottom of the description!
How to Write a Song | One Minute Songwriting Tutorial #shorts April Keez 2021-07-16 | In this video, I'm giving you a super short, one minute songwriting tutorial! Hopefully, it answers some of your questions about how to write a song.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my brand new Skillshare class with the link below!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class:https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriters #songwriting #shorts*activate*
Why is Lyric Writing So Hard for Musicians? April Keez 2021-07-14 | Why is lyric writing hard for musicians? In this video, we're diving into the reasons lyric writing feels so hard for musicians and how we can become better lyric writers.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my brand new Skillshare class with the link below!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:36 - My New Skillshare Class!01:06 - Education & Motivation06:32 - Listening for Lyrics08:43 - Vulnerability♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Check out my Skillshare class:https://skl.sh/3c4dWF0----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#lyrics #lyricwriting #songwritingYou are made of SUNSHINE DUST
Editing My Old Songs and Cringing (Fixing Songs I Wrote in High School) April Keez 2021-04-12 | Editing My Old Songs and Cringing! In this video, I'm reacting to and attempting to edit a song I wrote when I was 17. Fixing songs I wrote in high school is ridiculously fun, so please let me know if you enjoyed this one and I will happily embarrass myself again.If you did enjoy this video, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go listen to my album, Mountainview! It is available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:27 - Reacting09:46 - Editing♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songreaction #oldsongsOh dear god, make it stop...
How to Write a Sad Song (2021 Update) April Keez 2021-04-03 | How to Write a Sad Song: Part 2. I made a video about writing sad songs a few years ago, so I figured it was about time for a 2021 update! May all of your sad songwriting be cathartic and healing.If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, you can find help at a National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:USA: 18002738255 US Crisis textline: 741741 text HOMEUnited Kingdom: 116 123Trans Lifeline (877-565-8860)Others: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_suicide_crisis_linessuicidepreventionlifeline.orgIf you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post. If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go listen to my album, Mountainview! It is available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!----------------------♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:54 - Lyrics06:07 - Chords♫ Song Examples:I Can't Make You Love Me - Bonnie Raittyoutube.com/watch?v=nW9Cu6GYqxo&t=48sFast Car - Tracy Chapmanyoutube.com/watch?v=AIOAlaACuv4Mad World - Gary Julesyoutube.com/watch?v=ZUtAe5PUKtEHurt - Johnny Cashyoutube.com/watch?v=8AHCfZTRGiI----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #sadsongs #sadmusic #sadlyricsNo, seriously. Everything makes me cry.
How to Write a Song Like Hallelujah | Song Meaning and Songwriting Tutorial April Keez 2021-03-25 | How to Write a Song Like Hallelujah! In this video, I'm dissecting the meaning behind Leonard Cohen's incredible song, Hallelujah, and then giving you some tips for writing a song like it! If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go listen to my album, Mountainview! It is available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro01:10 - Song Form03:02 - Blank Outline03:20 - What Do The Lyrics Mean?13:42 - How to Write Your Own Hallelujah16:16 - Chords19:29 - Lyrics22:08 - Melody----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my music:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #jeffbuckley #leonardcohenClearly, Leonard Cohen and I are on a first-name basis.
Im a Princess (Bill Wurtz Cover) #shorts April Keez 2021-03-24 | Bill Wurtz came out with a new song today, so I thought I'd do a quick cover in my pajamas. Hope you enjoy it!If you do, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my album, Mountainview! It's available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my NEW ALBUM:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#billwurtz #imaprincess #billwurtzcover #shorts*Chaka Khan*
100 Things to Write a Song About (Other Than Love) April Keez 2021-02-10 | 100 Things to Write a Song About (Other Than Love)! Valentine's Day is coming up, but there are so many love songs out there that I figured I'd give you all a break. Instead, I'm giving you a list of things to write a song about with no love songs! If you enjoyed listening to my 100 songwriting prompts, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go check out my album, Mountainview! It's available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my NEW ALBUM:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #writingprompts #songwritingpromptsOr just write a love song, I guess...
How to Write a Song Like Drivers License (Olivia Rodrigo Songwriting) April Keez 2021-02-03 | How to Write a Song Like Driver's License! In this video, we're chatting about how Olivia Rodrigo writes a song and how to write your own version of Driver's License. I also wrote my own song inspired by Driver's License!If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go listen to my NEW ALBUM, Mountainview! It is available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my NEW ALBUM:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #driverslicense #oliviarodrigoI got my driver's license in 2007, so... there's that.
10 Questions People Always Ask Musicians April Keez 2021-01-26 | 10 questions people always ask musicians! In this one, we're going over some of my personal pet peeves and (in my opinion) the most annoying questions people ask musicians. I'll also be giving you some alternate questions to ask instead!Do you agree with these things? Think I'm totally wrong? Let me know in the comments! And be sure to like, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go listen to my NEW ALBUM, Mountainview!!! It is available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my NEW ALBUM:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters #musicianBonus Round! Things people always say to musicians:1. You should go on The Voice!2. Oh, wow, I could never be a musician. I totally suck at [insert skill that takes a lot of practice and is attainable to just about anyone with hard work].3. We should jam sometime!
How to Write a Song in 2021 (4 Ways to Write a Song for Beginners) April Keez 2021-01-11 | How to Write a Song in 2021! It is a brand new year, so let's kick things off right with a new songwriting for beginners tutorial. In this one, I'm giving you 4 ways to start writing a song. I hope this year is full of magic, songwriting, and like, whatever the antithesis of 2020 is.If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!Also, go listen to my NEW ALBUM, Mountainview!!! It is available now on all streaming & purchasing platforms!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my BRAND NEW ALBUM:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/mountainview♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwritersDo you notice the secret messages at the bottom of my descriptions? If so, hey! Hi! How are you?
How to Write a Song in 1 Minute (Fast and Easy Songwriting Tutorial) April Keez 2020-12-19 | How to Write a Song in 1 Minute! I thought it would be a fun challenge to do a super fast, easy to follow songwriting tutorial and hopefully, I've succeeded! This was quite possibly the fastest song I've ever written (though the filming and editing did take a bit longer) - I hope you enjoy it!If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwriters(Good Omens is great and you should totally read it)
The Best Gifts to Get a Musician (According to a Musician) April Keez 2020-12-09 | Today, we're talking about the best gifts to get a musician for the holidays! If you've been searching for the perfect present for that special guitarist, songwriter, pianist, or producer, look no further! This video is not sponsored and I am not being paid by anyone - every opinion expressed here is my own. If you enjoyed this video, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:31 - Under $3004:30 - $30 to $10006:14 - Boa Decides to Say Hello06:30 - Over $100----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwritersBoa and I will also accept gifts of fuzzy socks and cat toys.
5 Things Nobody Tells You About Being a Songwriter April Keez 2020-11-20 | In this video, we're talking about 5 things that nobody tells you about being a songwriter and about songwriting in general. I hope you find it helpful!If you enjoyed this video, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:14 - Growth02:52 - Feedback03:58 - Collaboration04:53 - Careers in Songwriting06:48 - Mental Health----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwritersYou're a shining star and I love you!
How to Teach Songwriting to Kids | Music Education Resources April Keez 2020-11-10 | How to teach songwriting to kids! Songwriting lessons are so much fun and can be awesome for kids who want to write their own songs or try something new in music lessons. Hopefully, the tips in this video will help you to get started as the teacher or parent of an amazing future songwriter! If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:00:00 - Intro00:22 - Lyric Writing03:45 - Instruments08:18 - Melody Writing10:52 - Finishing a Song11:54 - Get to Know Your Students----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #musiceducationFor anyone wondering, if I were a Disney character, I would be Belle (according to both Buzzfeed and my childhood).
How to Write a Song Every Day (Staying Consistent with Songwriting) April Keez 2020-11-01 | How to Write a Song Every day! Over the last two weeks, I followed The Songwriter Coach's 14-Day Lyric Writing challenge, so in this video, I'm letting you know how it went for me and giving you more tips for staying consistent with songwriting.If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:0:57 - What to Write About3:20 - Coming Up With Chords5:01 - Did I Steal This Melody?7:40 - Posting Things Online is Scary9:45 - I Don't Feel Like Writing10:52 - Things Not Going to Plan11:48 - My Song Has a Mind of Its Own♫ The Songwriter Coach (Check out his awesome lyric writing challenge)youtube.com/channel/UCkm1wrxBYjnIurObgYNpO1w♫ My 14 Songsaprilkeez.com/post/writing-a-song-every-day----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwritingchallengeWhy do you write like you're running out of time?!
Tips for Writing a Great Chorus | Songwriting Analysis April Keez 2020-10-22 | Tips for writing a great chorus! In this video, we're analyzing a few of the "greatest choruses since The Beatles broke up" to figure out how to write a catchy chorus. I hope this helps you in your own songwriting!If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:1:20 - Sweet Caroline4:23 - Mr. Brightside8:02 - Beat It10:11 - Since U Been Gone12:30 - I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)13:57 - Chorus writing tips to use in your own songwriting!♫ 100 Best Song Choruses Since The Beatles Broke Upcleveland.com/life-and-culture/g66l-2019/10/055e15e5ed7282/watch_for_the_hook_100_greates.html----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting How is Sweet Caroline so good? So good? SO GOOD?
How to Stay Consistent with Songwriting (How to Write a Song Every Day) April Keez 2020-10-10 | How to Stay Consistent with Songwriting (and more specifically, how to write a song every day)! I've decided to take on a 14-day lyric writing challenge by a YouTuber called The Songwriter Coach so in this video, we're discussing how to keep your songwriting consistent by writing a song every day.If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:0:49 - Use Prompts1:51 - Alarms & Timers4:19 - Take Notes5:14 - Don't Throw Things Out5:53 - Be Nice to Yourself♫ The Songwriter Coach (He's lovely; go subscribe!)youtube.com/channel/UCkm1wrxBYjnIurObgYNpO1w♫ My 14 Songsaprilkeez.com/post/writing-a-song-every-day♫ Followup Videoyoutu.be/13PsIRISuu8----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #songwritingchallengeNever give up! Never surrender!
How to Write a Protest Song | Writing Protest Music April Keez 2020-10-03 | How to write a protest song! This video is a reminder that the arts are important and that writing protest music is a great way to make your voice heard. Let's do our best to channel all of our rage and frustration into storytelling, writing music, and of course, voting.If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:0:35 - What Makes a Good Protest Song6:06 - Sing-a-Long-a-Bility7:28 - Urgency9:32 - Clarity♫ Voting Information:iwillvote.com♫ Awesome Lindsay Ellis video (Protest Music of the Bush Era):youtube.com/watch?v=ehbgAGlrVKE----------------------♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#protestsongs #songwritingVOTE.
How to Write a Top-Line Melody and Lyrics | Songwriting Tutorial April Keez 2020-09-23 | This video is about how to write a top-line melody and lyrics! Toplining is the process of writing a song over a pre-made beat and writing a top-line is a great way to create new relationships and improve your songwriting.If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! If you want to support the channel, feel free to buy me a coffee!♫ Time Stamps:Preparation - 0:28The Track - 2:30Outlining - 4:30Writing Your Song - 5:56♫ Buy Me a Coffee:buymeacoffee.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #topliningBottom line? _____________
Using Big Vocab Words in Songwriting | Lyric Writing Tips April Keez 2020-08-14 | This video is about using big vocab words in songwriting! When should you use big words in your lyrics? How often should you use fancy vocabulary words? How do you go about learning new words? Hopefully, this video will answer all of those burning questions!If you find this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Time Stamps:Using Simple Language - 0:43 Using Complex Language - 2:26Somewhere in Between - 4:41Learning New Words - 6:18♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez----------------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting #lyricwriting ---------------------Big Words (syllable count):antidisestablishmentarianismpneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosisLlanfairpwllgwyngyllBig Words (meaning):EnigmaParadoxMirthI love you, sweet subscriber!
How to Write a Song Without Instruments (2020 Update!) April Keez 2020-08-07 | How to write a song without instruments: Part 2! Last year, I released a video called, "How to Write a Song Without Playing an Instrument", but the world has changed a bunch since then, so this is my updated list. I hope you find it helpful!If you do, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Time Stamps:Use a DAW - 0:38Steal the Chords - 3:10Use a Piano - 4:39Use a Chord Progression Generator - 6:25Harmonize With Yourself - 7:35♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez------------♫ DAW Online Options:soundtrap.combandlab.comhttps://www.reaper.fm/♫ Welcome to the Black Parade Karaoke Track:youtube.com/watch?v=v62WQqLei6A♫ Ultimate-Guitar:ultimate-guitar.com♫ Virtual Piano:onlinepianist.com/virtual-piano♫ Songcraft.io is free, but this will give you the pro version at a discount:songcraft.io/?utm_medium=partner&utm_source=akz&utm_campaign=youtube------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/misfit♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwriting WE'LL CARRY ON! WE'LL CAAAARRRRYYY OOOOOOONNN!!!
Which Instrument is Best for Me? (Choosing Which Instrument to Play) April Keez 2020-07-23 | If you've been thinking, "Wow, there are so many options; which instrument is best for me?", this video is here to give you some helpful tips for choosing which instrument to play. If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! ♫ Time Stamps:Genre - 0:13What Speaks to You - 1:20Cost - 1:55Access - 2:50Noise Level - 3:24Portability - 3:56Your Body - 4:57Physical Learning Curves - 5:56Limited Arm Use - 6:53Your Brain - 7:25♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/grow-up♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#instruments #musicians #musicSing us a song, you're the [insert instrument here] [person], sing us a soooong tonight!
I Wrote a Song With a Dog April Keez 2020-07-16 | I wrote a song with a dog! After seeing a video on my sister's Instagram, I discovered that her dog is a songwriter and needs to be a star. So, here is a bunch of footage of me spending a full day co-writing a song with a dog instead of doing actual work.If you enjoyed this super weird video, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Time Stamps:0:52 - Transcribing Remy's Melody4:00 - Adding Chords7:37 - Rambling April Rambles8:07 - Piecing the Sections Together9:00 - The Final Song♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Follow Remy on Social Media:instagram.com/remulus_maximus------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/grow-up♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!Videos of Remy are courtesy of my sister, Laura!#songwriting #singingdog #dogsongwriterChorus Lyrics:Nawoooo Aroooooo Eoweoweee Narooooo Eeeoooh Eeeooh EoooohhhhNawoooooooooo ||
5 Songwriting Exercises for Beginners April Keez 2020-07-08 | 5 songwriting exercises for beginners! In this video, I'm giving a few of my favorite daily songwriting exercises to help you get started writing songs or improve the songs you're already writing!If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Time Stamps:Lyrics - 0:26Melody - 1:18Chords - 2:19Rhythm - 3:12Song Form - 3:51♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez------------♫ Virtual Piano:onlinepianist.com/virtual-piano♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/grow-up♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#songwritingthe WORDS i EMPHASIZE are IMPORTANT (i guess?)
How to Upload Synced Lyrics with DistroKid April Keez 2020-06-17 | This video is about how to upload synced lyrics with DistroKid! Synched lyrics are words that scroll across the screen exactly in time with the music and are a great way to make your song more engaging in an Instagram Story.If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez------------♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keez♫ Listen to Retrograde:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/retrograde♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outlineMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!#distrokid #distrokidtutorialDon't forget to check out my brand new single on June 26th!!!
Getting Songs Out of Your Head April Keez 2020-05-27 | Getting songs out of your head can be frustrating and distracting, so in this video, we are talking about what to do when a song is stuck in your head and how to get a song out of your head for good! Hopefully, this will help you to finally study or get some sleep.If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez------------♫ Listen to Retrograde:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/retrograde♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!This is the song that never ends, and it stops NOW.
Using Word Sounds in Songwriting April Keez 2020-05-22 | Using word sounds in songwriting! In this one, we're talking about Inherently beautiful words, inherently funny words, vowel sounds, consonant sounds, nonsense verse, and the concept of phonaesthetics; basically, the sounds that your words make and how to use them to your advantage in your lyric writing.If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez------------♫ Listen to Retrograde:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/retrograde♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!Falooda Noodles. Lollygag. Shenanigans. Ohhh, macadamia!#songwriting #lyricwriting
How to Write a Unique Song | When Your Songs All Sound the Same April Keez 2020-05-07 | How to write a unique song! If your songs all sound the same or you want to write something a little different from what you've been hearing on the radio lately, this one's for you. I hope you enjoy it!If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez------------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Listen to my latest single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/grow-up♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!You're cute and I appreciate you!#songwriting
The Bug Collector | Haley Heynderickx Cover ft. Michael Fahrner April Keez 2020-05-02 | The Bug Collector by Haley Heynderickx! I don't post covers very often, but I am so excited to share this one! In this video, I am joined by David on guitar and special guest, Michael Fahrner on the euphonium. He is an amazing euphonium player and brass instructor, so be sure to check out his website and Instagram below!If you enjoyed this video, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Mike's website:michaelfahrner.com♫ Follow Mike on Instagram:instagram.com/mikeplayseuph-----------♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Listen to my new single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/grow-up-----------♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!Thanks for watching, you shining star!
How to Practice Two Instruments April Keez 2020-04-23 | This video is about learning a second (or third; or fourth) instrument! I think that playing multiple instruments is a great way to improve your musicianship and become a more well-rounded musician. So, here are some pros, cons, and helpful tips for adding another instrument!If you found this video helpful, be sure to like, comment, subscribe, and ring the little bell to be notified every time I post! You can also check out my Patreon page for some cool songwriting perks!♫ Become a Patron:patreon.com/aprilkeez♫ My website:aprilkeez.com♫ Follow me on Social Media:facebook.com/aprilkeezinstagram.com/aprilkeeztwitter.com/AprilKeez♫ Listen to my new single:distrokid.com/hyperfollow/aprilkeez/grow-up------------♫ Virtual Piano:onlinepianist.com/virtual-piano♫ My songwriting outline: aprilkeez.com/post/songwriting-outline♫ Get 7% off your first year of DistroKid:http://distrokid.com/vip/keezMy logo and intro were designed by the incredible, Kevin Cox!Other benefits of teaching private lessons include: hanging out with awesome aspiring and new musicians all day, watching peoples' personal growth, and listening to the Frozen soundtrack so often that your brain starts to literally freeze.
