In this episode, Sierra and CAROLENA talk about different starting points for songwriting, how to let go of expectations when writing for yourself, and the  importance of finding your city.   Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked.  Follow CAROLENA on Instagram at @carolenamusic. 

In this episode, Sierra and Davin Kingston discus goal setting, the importance of listening in sessions and the craft of editing.  Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow Davin on Instagram at @davinnotgavin. 

In this episode Grace Baer talks about sessions, the importance of co-writing, publishing deals, navigating money as a songwriter, and SO much more!   Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow Grace on Instagram at @grace.baer. 

In this episode guest George woods discusses songwriting with ADHD, how to communicate effectively in sessions, and how music is a uniquely human activity. George also shares numerous songwriting tips! Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow George on Instagram @georgewoodsmusic and listen to him on Spotify.  

In this episode, Sierra and Kieran talk about honing in on a good concept and how to use the "hum test" to see if your song is memorable.  Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow Kieran on Instagram @kieranrhodesmusic and listen to him on Spotify.  

In this episode, Sierra and Abigail talk about Nashville and its pros and cons as a city for up and coming artists, what makes a good co-writer (and a not-so-good one), and how we can work to create authentic relationships by trusting in our own unique paths to success. Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow Abigail on Instagram @abigailosborn.mp3 and listen to her on Spotify. 

In this episode, Sierra and Abi discuss the myriad of ways influences can make their way into our work, and they dive deep into the truth about perfectionism. Is perfectionism really leading you to "perfection"? Or is it only holding you back from putting yourself out there? Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow Abi on Instagram @abinavmusic and listen to him on Spotify. 

In this episode, Emaan tells Sierra how living between two cultures has impacted her music. She talks about how she navigates judgement as one of the only women from Oman to publicly perform contemporary western music, and how her music and sound has evolved over time to reflect both parts of her identity. Sierra and Emaan also discuss improvisation and the impacts of delivery and performance on songwriting. Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow Emaan on Instagram...

Sierra Cornell and Lina Cooper discuss the biological origins of rhythm and how it contributes to memorability, how language can bring a song to life, and the JOY that emerges through the process of storytelling.  Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked. Follow Lina Cooper on Instagram @lina_cooper and check her out on Spotify.

Sierra interviews Claire Davis and Leo Son, songwriters of the band The Q-Tip Bandits. They discuss songwriting with a deep connection to your instrument, how collaboration can work wonders, and the process of alchemizing sadness through music. Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked Follow The Q-Tip Bandits on Instagram @theqtipbandits and check them out on Spotify.

Sierra interviews singer-songwriter Ella Atkinson on the ways songwriting can be our most honest form of expression, and how ego can sabotage our process. They discuss that elusive feeling of exhilaration and satisfaction when you know you've conveyed an experience to its fullest in a song. Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked Follow Ella Atkinson on Instagram @ellasayshello and check her out on Spotify.

Sierra discusses with the electronic-folk duo Verdiblume the art of collaboration and partnership, creating a new sound from disparate influences, and how to know when a song is done. Follow the podcast on Instagram @songwriters_unblocked. Follow Verdiblume on Instagram @verdiblume and listen to their music on Spotify. 

Audrey and Sierra discuss the ins and outs of inspiration, how to create from a place of thriving, and the importance of storytelling in building community. Follow the podcast on Instagram @Songwriters_Unblocked Follow Audrey Bussanich on Instagram @audrey.bussanich and check her out on Spotify. 

Hello and welcome to Songwriters Unblocked! This short episode is an introduction to the themes of the podcast and what to expect for the following episodes.