Songwriting, chords and melody guides

Strong songs sit on strong harmony. A clear progression and a memorable melody beat any plugin chain. This is where the music is.

How to write a major-key chord progression
Major chord progressions feel bright, hopeful, and direct. The four chords most pop songs use: I-V-vi-IV (the …
How to write a minor chord progression
A vi-IV-I-V (Am-F-C-G) progression in A minor, the most common pop and electronic chord movement. With visual …
How to write a hook that listeners remember
A great hook is short (4-8 bars), repeats a key phrase, and has a melodic shape that's easy to sing back. Visu…