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Rustic Songbird

106 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings

Learn how to write, record and release your own songs from interviews with pros in the music industry. Take your music to the next level with advice from experienced songwriters, producers and others who have gone before. Hosted by Lydia Walker.

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Episodes

Songwriting in the Midst of Struggle with Rachael Thomas

October 15, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 44.7 MB

Welcome to the Rustic Songbird Podcast! In this episode, our guest is Rachael Thomas. She is a songwriter, worship leader, and mom of 3 beautiful children. We talk about juggling being a songwriter and a mom, and how she used to think that she wouldn't be able to do both. Rachael also shares about how transitions in her life were the most fruitful times for songwriting, and that she got her best songs in the midst of struggle. You can follow Rachael on Instagram @racht139. Lydia on Ins...

The Right Time To Release A Song with Tasha Layton

October 08, 2018 09:00 - 27 minutes - 45.2 MB

Welcome to the Rustic Songbird Podcast! In this episode, my guest is recording artist Tasha Layton. We talk about her new music, and the process that it took to write those songs. Some of them were written years earlier, or took years to finish, but are just being released. Tasha shares about how her journey brought her to the point of being ready to release the new songs in the right timing. We also talk about the importance of a good musical and lyrical hook, and she gives some helpful t...

Putting Music to Lyrics with Karin Simmons

October 01, 2018 10:00 - 28 minutes - 46.9 MB

Welcome to the Rustic Songbird Podcast! In this episode, my guest is Karin Simmons, a songwriter and worship leader. We talk about how to put music to lyrics, and she shares about her passion for putting melodies to the scriptures, especially the Psalms. Learn more about Karin's music at www.karinsimmons.com.    Join the Rustic Songbird Writing Community! Click here to sign up for email updates, and for an invitation to our private Facebook group. http://bit.ly/free-7-day-writing-cha...

Praise & Worship Songwriting with Daniel Doss

September 23, 2018 21:57 - 21 minutes - 37.6 MB

Welcome to the Rustic Songbird Podcast! In this episode, Lydia Walker interviews recording artist Daniel Doss about praise and worship songwriting. He shares from his experience being a writer in the Christian music industry, and gives tips for writers who are just getting started and want to become better at the craft. You can find more about Daniel and his music at https://www.danieldossband.com/.   Join the Rustic Songbird Writing Community! Click here to sign up for email updates...

Melody Driven Songwriting with Julie Keltonic

September 17, 2018 18:08 - 29 minutes - 47.5 MB

Episode 2 Welcome to the Rustic Songbird podcast! A show created with you in mind, and dedicated to those who want to learn more about the craft of songwriting.  I'm excited to introduce you to today's guest. She is one of my favorite people to co-write with, and always comes up with some amazing melodies! Julie Keltonic shares helpful tips for melody driven songwriting, where the music leads the direction of the song.  Find more about her music at www.juliekeltonic.com.  Join the Ru...

Building Confidence as a Christian Songwriter with Erskin Anavitarte

September 10, 2018 04:00 - 27 minutes - 45.5 MB

Hey there! I'm so excited that you're here.   This is the first episode of the Rustic Songbird podcast! A show created with you in mind, and dedicated to those who want to learn more about the craft of songwriting.   Today's guest is a great friend of mine and all around inspiring person. Erskin Anavitarte joins me as the first guest on the show, and he shares stories from his experience as a songwriter. We also talk about the importance of building your confidence as a writer, and b...