#109: Mark Cawley - Songwriter and Author of Song Journey

Published: April 26, 2019, 3:40 a.m.

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Mark Cawley is a hit songwriter, with credits to his name for artists like Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Joe Cocker, and many more. His new book, Song Journey:\\xa0A Hit Songwriter\\u2019s Guide Through the Process, the Perils, and the Payoff of Writing Songs for a Living, offers practical steps and advice for songwriters. It\'s currently the #1 new release in the Music Composition category on Amazon. Mark also offers one on one coaching to songwriters at his website IDoCoach.com.\\xa0

It was great to talk with Mark. His perspective on songwriting goes deep on the craft and the workmanship, but still hangs on to a sense of childlike wonderment. He shares plenty of tools and techniques to build a disciplined craft of songwriting, while emphasizing the importance of having fun, staying openminded, and maintaining enthusiasm. Just as his book is easy to read, Mark was easy to talk to and extremely generous with his knowledge and experiences.\\xa0

Listen on iTunes or Stitcher or Google Play or Spotify; watch on YouTube

Show Notes:

Song Journey - Mark\'s new book on how to become successful songwriter.

IDoCoach - Mark\'s website where he offers coaching for songwriters.\\xa0

IDoCoach Blog - Mark\'s blog with helpful articles about songwriting.

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