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We asked one of our NSAI Mentors and pro-songwriter, Mason Douglas to share his advice on preparing for your next mentoring session! In this blog post, he offers three exercises to make the most of your time with one of our mentors and how to handle feedback and constructive criticism.

So you’ve...

In light of NSAI Membership Month, we asked a few of our members to share how they've utilized NSAI's community to become better at their craft and connect with other songwriters in their area!  

Aren’t blogs the greatest?  How else would the wide world learn about the night-life habits of...

In light of NSAI Membership Month, we asked a few of our members to share how they've utilized NSAI's community to become better at their craft and connect with other songwriters in their area!  

I’ve been a member of NSAI for the past two years. I was encouraged to join...

In Part 2 of The Production Corner with Doug Johnson we discuss the advantages and disadvantages to in-the-box and standard production practices and Doug's publishing and songwriting tips as they relate to pitching material. Hear what he has to say about up-tempo music and his own songwriting inspiration. Catch up...

By Dave Isaacs

You probably have a clear picture of what “production” means: the process of recording a song, and the musical and sonic decisions that go into it. This might be overseen in the studio by a producer and/or recording engineer, or created entirely by a single person in...

Contributed by songwriter/producer and musicprenuer, Seth Mosley

Here are my 4 key ingredients to a pro music production. These will help your tracks to be radio-ready and to get the attention of music industry professionals.



1. A great vocal performance. Do not skimp on this part. A lot of producers...