I'm not surprised the Dixie Chicks dominated the 49th Annual Grammys. Just take a look at the lyrics to their hit, Not Ready To Make Nice, vivified by a climbing melody and chord progression: And how in the world can the words that I said Send … [Read more...]
How Do I Become A Samurai Songwriter?
To be a Samurai Songwriter, you must first dedicate yourself to The Song. As a symbolic gesture, say it out loud. "I dedicate my life to serving The Song." The Song is a powerful force. It changes people. It makes people laugh and cry. It opens … [Read more...]
What Does It Mean To Be A Samurai Songwriter?
A Samurai Songwriter is one who is a servant of The Song. The Samurai Songwriter understands the vertical and horizontal nature of his or her path. One travels horizontally on a linear path one step at a time. There is no quick and easy way to … [Read more...]
What Makes a Good Song?
First of all, we have to agree on the definition of a song. For our purposes in Samurai Songwriting, a song is an art-form and a form of communication made up of melody, harmony, rhythm, lyrics, and form -- the form of which includes a title, chorus, … [Read more...]
Marvin Gaye – A Sexy Patriot
You've got to check out this slow and sexy rendition of The Star Spangled Banner by Marvin Gaye. Then read a related story over at Thomas Dolby's blog. Marvin had it goin' on! … [Read more...]
Boston Trading Freedoms For Safety
An assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at Bridgewater State College (MA), Dion Dennis, has a detailed and interesting analysis of the Boston/Mooninite panic attack. Link: Fear and Loathing in the Bay State Here's a hilarious take on the fiasco. … [Read more...]
Samurai Songwriting Shout Out
Announce yourself. Tell the world who you are. My name is Graham English and I'll be one of the moderators here at Samurai Songwriting. I'll be striving to live up to the Samurai Songwriter's Code just like you. About the Samurai Songwriting … [Read more...]
WebDev Best Practice: Use Dark Fonts On Light Backgrounds
People read content 32% faster on dark font on light backgrounds. Read the full report. … [Read more...]
Power and Perspectives
Not good news for our current political climate. A recent study appearing in the December 2006 issue of Psychological Science reports that people with power are often unable to take other people's perspective. Study Gives Us A New Perspective On … [Read more...]
Michael Brecker Has Died
Jazz World Loses Sax Musician Michael Brecker Tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker died Saturday at the age of 57. The artist was one of the jazz world's most prolific studio musicians. He toured or performed with Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, and … [Read more...]
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