What People Say About "Song Writing for Geniuses"I think your songwriting book is a breath of fresh air in the world of strap-on-straightjacket "pop method" books. Having just endured a year of songwriting-formula feedback from a local organization (which I mistakenly paid to join seeking some creative community) I can really appreciate the kind of open-ended suggestions you offer. I have a whole library of books on songwriting. This one stands out because it is simple and to-the-point. It's a great way to get good, fast. By good, I mean able to get your message out, get your song written and get into people's hearts, the way Gene does when he sings the songs he's written. Gene's not witholding anything here - this is the real thing. I've written dozens of songs over the years. I found Burnett's tips for songwriters to be concise, clear, and sharp. If you've got some clunky lyrics you want to bring to life or a hot riff missing the right words, pull this little book out for some guaranteed inspiration. G.L. Kay I own and/or have read most songwriting books on the
market. I had not read Gene Burnett's book so I figured I'd give it a try..
Wow!!! Was I amazed! No, this book does not delve deeply into specific
songwriting techniques. For that I recommend Jimmy Webb's 'Tunesmith'. But for
simple, yet sage advice written in a Taoist manner, I heartily recommend this
book.. In some ways it is similar to Philip Toshio Sudo's classic "Zen Guitar".
That, in itself, speaks for itself. This book offers 25 excellent tips that
everyone songwriter can use including tips on where to get inspiration, how to
trust your own 'genius', how to develop and hone songwriting skills, and more.
'Songwriting For Geniuses' is a book that every aspiring songwriter should own..
Mine holds a special place in my songwriting library.
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