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How to Write Songs

Ep. 4

1:02:28 · 3/31/2026

Hosted by the Hooktheory Team

Industry Advice Songwriting
In our latest episode, we talked to Benny and Keppie from @Howtowritesongs. Experts on the songwriting process we got a glimpse into their background, philosophy, and their personal favorite writing techniques and processes. Listen now: Find @HowtoWriteSongs on YouTube.

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