About

[Songwriting Zen]

It’s a well known fact that a constant supply of great songs is the lifeblood of the global music industry. No matter how you look at it, it’s the songwriter who is the most important part of this global music industry machine.

Its search for new material is ravenous.

Without great songs being written, recorded and marketed, the global music industry will die a slow and painful death. 

If you have just started writing songs or you have been walking the creative path for a while you will find information on this site that will help you to write more songs, get in touch with your muse and stay on your chosen path.

Why Songwriting Zen?

When I first started over twenty years ago there was no real information anywhere about songwriting and the global music industry as a whole. I had to learn the ropes the hard way, which meant I made lots and lots of mistakes.

However, in doing so I also learnt a lot along the way.

My aim with Songwriting Zen is to create the songwriting resource I never had at my disposal when I started my songwriting journey.

It’s also my aim to provide you, the songwriter with the services, information and knowledge that will enhance your ability to write songs and have the confidence to share them with the world.

This is why Songwriting Zen exists.

[Corey Stewart]

My name is Corey Stewart and I am a singer/songwriter/musician from Australia. Songwriting Zen is my way of showcasing my music to the world.

I have performed in countless bands, written hundreds of songs, played thousands of gigs, toured most of Australia and in between all that, made many friends and experienced all the highs and lows of being a professional musician.

I discovered early on in my career that I have a passion for helping other songwriters and musicians to be the best that they can be.

In pursuing this passion, I have been involved with judging many songwriting contests and band competitions, taught guitar and bass and worked in recording studios as a session musician for hire.

To me, Songwriting Zen is an extention of that passion.

9 Responses

  1. Bao Do, on April 14th, 2008 at 12:44 pm Said:

    Hi Corey,

    My name is Bao. I’m a beginner Vietnamese songwriter.

    I enjoy reading your blog. You hit all the right notes by covering the topics that keep lingering in our songwriting minds. I have your website bookmarked so that it serves as a word of inspiration or encouragement whenever I need one.

    Hope you keep it going.

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  2. Corey Stewart, on April 14th, 2008 at 4:15 pm Said:

    Hi Bao. Thanks for your kind comments.

    I’m glad that I’m covering topics that you’re finding useful. It’s always good to know that I’m on the right track with the blog posts.

    Is there anything that want me to cover or any questions you want to have answered? If there is, let me know.

    I certainly intend to keep this blog going. Especially if I’m positive getting feedback like I’m getting from you.

    Keep on writing,

    Corey :)

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  3. Bao Do, on April 15th, 2008 at 11:15 am Said:

    I would love to read about recording techniques that work for you or recommendation to great songs or artists that worth studying.

    If I have anything specific, definitely will ask you.

    Thanks ahead,
    Bao

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  4. Corey Stewart, on April 15th, 2008 at 11:28 am Said:

    That’s great Bao. I’m in the process of putting together a songwriting/podcasting studio at the moment. I’ve ordered the computer and hopefully I’ll have it by the end of this week.

    I’ll be documenting my exploits in future posts.

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  5. Geejay Arriola, on April 18th, 2008 at 11:52 pm Said:

    Hi Corey,

    Wow! This is a wealthy resource, I don’t know where to start digging! Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you!

    Geejay

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  6. Corey Stewart, on April 19th, 2008 at 1:32 am Said:

    Hi Geejay,

    Thanks for stopping by and for taking the time out to give feedback, I really appreciate it.

    Feel free to dig anywhere you like. start from any point, finish at any point. If you have any questions, topic to cover or blog post idea please let me know.

    Great blog by the way. I’ve linked to it. Thanks for the link back. I can see a real community happening here.

    Corey :)

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  7. Saskia, on April 27th, 2008 at 6:07 am Said:

    Hi Corey,
    I am a suscriber to this blog on my google reader and I just wanted to say how interesting and useful everything is… although I really need to actually knuckle down and take it all on board. I am starting a popular music degree course in September and am hoping along with my course, you’re blog will be a helpful insight to get me well under with some great songwriting.
    Feel free to check out my Facebook Page.
    Loving your work.
    Saskia

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  8. Corey Stewart, on April 28th, 2008 at 3:26 pm Said:

    Hi Saskia,

    Thank you so much for your feedback, I really appreciate it. I’m glad that you’re finding the information useful.

    Feel free to contact me if you have any specific questions.

    I’ve checked out your Facebook page and I love “For Us”. Great song, great voice. I’ve linked to your page and become a fan too.

    Keep on writing and all the best with your popular music degree.

    Corey :)

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  9. Michael, on April 30th, 2008 at 1:00 pm Said:

    Corey,

    Just a quick note. I really enjoy all the great information you are providing. We have/are creating a great resource.

    Michael

    Reply

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