Using Your Answering Machine To Capture Songwriting Ideas

As of tomorrow (Thursday July 3rd) I’m going away for some well earned R&R for a few days.

I’m not going to be blogging until Monday July 7th which also means that I’ll be three days into my 50/90 challenge when I return.

My intention over the break is to relax, enjoy myself and not be near any computer and mobile phone for that time. I will make one exception though.

If a songwriting idea comes into my head I’ll be phoning my answering machine either at home or the office and leaving a message. I’m anticipating a lot of songwriting ideas on my return.

What a way to catch up on the three days I’m missing out on.

You know I’ve probably said this before but the answering machine is one of the best songwriting tools around.

There are some situations when it’s not very practical to carry a recording device or even a notepad around with you however, you’ll always have your mobile phone (or cellphone if you’re in the states) close by.

When a songwriting idea pops in your head just excuse yourself and use it.

Call home and hum the idea. Beatbox the rhythm if you have to. Do whatever you can to preserve the moment.

That’s what I’ll be doing.

To all you taking on the 50/90 challenge I wish you all the best. Lets all help and support each other to achieve whatever goals we set for ourselves. My biggest challenge is not musical ideas but writing lyrics.

Any lyricists out there that want to help me out, let me know. In the meantime, my getaway awaits.

See you all Monday.

Until next time, happy writing,

Corey Stewart
Singer/Songwriter/Musician

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