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The Basics of Cowriting with Ralston Wells

A Blog Series By: Allison Barrett

If you look at any song on the radio it’s likely that it has more than one writer.  This is called “cowriting” and has been happening for decades.  But what does that mean?  I...

Hey Friends! 

I know some of you are new to NSAI, signed up when we were virtual, or have been members for years. I wanted to talk to you all about the services we offer and how best to utilize them! 

Song Evaluations: These are super great, whether you...

Songs That Stole the Show: Let’s Think About the Power of Sync!

Lisa Vo

Have you ever heard a song and immediately thought about a movie or TV show; almost as if one doesn’t exist without the other? That, my friends, is the power of Sync! For those...

“Developing an Idea”

Blog by - Amanda Flynn Phillps

“It’s very helpful to start with something that’s true. If you start with something that’s false. You're always covering your tracks. Something simple and true, that has a lot of possibilities, is a nice way to begin.” - Paul Simon

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Pro writer, Jeff Cohen, who boasts tons of tv/film placements, shares with NSAI if sync departments ever put any songs on hold.

Patrick Droney answers questions about his influences, his music, places he's lived, and what to expect next!