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The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #194: "Truth Is A Crime" w/ Eric ErdmanJohnny & Brent welcome back hit songwriter Eric Erdman, who has been named Songwriter of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year at the Trop Rock Music Awards. He's behind hundreds of songs, including "Stone's Throw," recorded by breakout band The Red Clay Strays. They just finished a tour with The Rolling Stones. He's a master of blending heart, hook, and honesty. We craft 5-6 different concepts for writing a song called "Truth Is A Crime".
The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "...2025-07-1842 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #193: "Slow News Day" w/ Bill DiLuigiJohnny & Brent welcome songwriter, Bill DiLuigi, who has hit songs recorded in Country, Christian Americana, and film and TV, with cuts by everyone from rock icon Bonnie Tyler to Lonestar's Richie McDonald. Together, they tackle the title, "Slow News Day," sent in by CLIMBer, Joe Bigalke.
CONNECT WITH Bill DiLuigi HERE:
Facebook: @BillDiluigi
Instagram: @BillDiLuigi
YouTube: @billdiluigi9662
Website: BillDiLuigi.com
The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!
2025-07-0437 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterEp 482: Interview w/ Hit Songwriter & Author Sandy KnoxJohnny & Brent welcome hit songwriter, Sandy Knox, who has written songs for icons from Reba McEntire and Dolly Parton to Neil Diamond to Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, and Martine McBride, among others. She served on the board of NERIS, NSAI, which we love, and the Music Health Alliance, which we love. Sandy has created the first audiobook/musical called Weighting, which we'll be discussing!
The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!
2025-07-011h 12
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #192: "Streetlight Silhouettes" w/ Chelsey StallingsJohnny & Brent welcome O.G. CLIMBer, Chelsey Stallings, a singer-songwriter from Utah, now living in Nashville. Chelsey is releasing amazing original music, has climbed to writing in rooms with hit songwriters, has opened for artists like Phil Vassar and Darryl Worley, and has created a TikTok and Instagram following of over 300,000!
Together, they cook up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled "Streetlight Silhouettes," sent in by CLIMBer, Joe Bigalke.
The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music...2025-06-2044 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #191: "Running Out Of Luck" w/ Brian DavisJohnny & Brent welcome hit songwriter, Brian Davis (Jason Aldean, Brantley Gilbert, Tyler Farr, Lee Brice, Gretchen Wilson) to The Challenge, where they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles to writing a song titled "Running Out Of Luck." If you want to write like a pro, you need to think like a pro - and these episodes help you do that!
Connect with Brian Davis Here:
Facebook: @BrianDavisLive
Instagram: @BrianDavisLive
Spotify: Brian Davis
The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists...2025-06-0632 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #190: "Broken Lines" with Anthony OrioBrent & Johnny welcome a longtime friend, Anthony Orio, to The Challenge, where they cook up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled "Broken Lines," sent in by CLIMBer, Andrea Shihady.
Anthony Orio is a singer/songwriter who was featured in ASCAP's Hot On The Row series, he's performed at The Grand Ole Opry, The Ryman Auditorium, The Bluebird Cafe, he and his band The Goodfellers have remained a top draw on Broadway at the World Famous Tootsie's Orchid Lounge and Kid Rock's and they were named "Best Band In Nashville" four consecutive years in a...2025-05-2337 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterEp 476: Interview with Sanctus Real's Dustin LolliHere's the thing: after multiple record deals, their greatest successes came when they WEREN'T on a label!
Brent & Johnny welcome lead vocalist for the acclaimed Christian band, Sanctus Real. They are celebrated for their authentic lyrics, powerful performances, and they've earned eight number-one singles, including "Lead Me" and "My God Is Still the Same," multiple Grammy nominations, Dove Awards, and a gold-certified single. Their newest song, "The Difference," resonates deeply, offering hope and transformation through music.
Connect With Dustin Lolli and Sanctus Real Here:
Facebook: @SanctusRealMusic
2025-05-201h 11
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterCLIMB CLASSIC Song Title Challenge: "Taste Of Mercy" w/ Radney FosterJohnny & Brent welcome LEGENDARY hit songwriter, artist, and author, Radney Foster (Keith Urban, The Chicks, Brooks & Dunn, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kenny Loggins, Los Lonely Boys, George Benson), to Song Title Challenge where they create 5-6 different conceptual angles for a song titled, "Taste Of Mercy," sent in by CLIMBer and SongwritingPro.com member, Fred Kitchen.
If you want to write like a pro, these episodes show you how the pros think! So listen up.
About the hosts:
Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Mo...2025-05-0945 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #189: "The Offer Still Stands" w/ Caroline OwensBrent and Johnny welcome hit Billy Blue recording artist, Caroline Owens, to The Challenge, where they whip up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled, "The Offer Still Stands, sent in by CLIMBer, Heather Morris.
The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!
About the hosts:
Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray...2025-04-2536 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #188: "Jelly Donuts" w/ Ben GloverJohnny & Brent welcome Grammy Award-winning songwriter and producer, Ben Glover, who's penned and produced 40 number one songs in multiple genres of music and was named ASCAP's Christian Songwriter of the Year in 2010, 2012, 2013, 2015, and 2016. He also produced "Hey World" by Lee Brice, including the number one song "One of Them Girls". We cook up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled, "Jelly Donuts," sent in by CLIMBer, Hank Stansfield.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create...2025-04-1150 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #187: "Jury's Out" w/ Chat GPTToday, Brent & Johnny welcome our most famous guest to the challenge: A.I. in the form of ChatGPT! Listen to us hash out the song title "Jury's Out," sent in by CLIMBer, Sundi Jo Graham. Then we go to Chat GPT to see if any other ideas are worthy!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit...2025-03-2844 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Still Looking" w/ Hit Songwriter, Dan DemayBrent & Johnny welcome hit songwriter, Dan Demay, (Joie & Rory, Tracy Bird, Darryl Worley, Martina McBride, Tracy Lawrence) to The Challenge to dream up 5-6 different conceptual approaches to writing a song titled "Still Looking," sent in by CLIMBer, Jennifer Katusha.About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more. He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros. You can find Brent...2025-03-1427 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"People Pleaser" w/ Hit Songwriter, Steve DeanBrent & Johnny welcome hit songwriter with six #1's (Rodney Atkins, Reba McEntire, George Strait, Alabama, The Oak Ridge Boys, and more), Steve Dean, to the Challenge where they create 5-6 different conceptual angles for a song titled, "People Pleaser," sent in by CLIMBer, Lauren Ann Yule.If you want to WRITE like a pro, you need to THINK like a pro, and these episodes show you how the pros think. So listen up.About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan...2025-02-2839 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ Hit Songwriter/Producer Trey BruceJohnny & Brent welcome Hit Songwriter with TEN #1's (Randy Travis, Diamond Rio, Lee Roy Parnell, ZZ Top, Black Stone Cherry, Faith Hill, Leann Rimes, Lynyrd Skynyrd Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, Carrie Underwood, Duff McKagan) and Hit Producer, Trey Bruce, to the pod. Trey signed The Brothers Osbourne and Chris Janson among others.Connect With Our Guest, Trey Bruce Here:Instagram: @MusicLoveWarWebsite: TreyBruce.comLinkedIn: @TreyBruceAbout the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Rand...2025-02-251h 12
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Growth Rings" w/ Kris CrepeauJohnny & Brent welcome emerging Nashville songwriter, Kris Crepeau to the Challenge, where they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song entitled "Growth Rings," sent in by CLIMBer, Levena Stewart. He writes during the day and works at the Bluebird Cafe at night. He has several cuts with up-and-coming independent artists. He has written with several hit writers including Mark Irwin, Adam James, Brian Davis, Josh Phillips, Marty Dotson, Clay Mills, and Matt Rogers.We want you to win, and that’s why we host The C.L.I.M.B. Show. And he...2025-02-1436 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview Ritch Esra & Eric Knight, Co-Hosts of MuBuTV Music Business Insider PodcastJohnny & Brent welcome 40-year Major Label A&R Executive, Ritch Esra, and former Major Label, and current indie artist, Eric Knight, who are co-hosts of MUBUTV Music Business Television and the MuBuTV Music Business Insider Podcast. This is an incredible conversation with two of the most forward-thinking high-level label executives and indie artists.Connect With Our Guests Here:MUBUTV Insider Series YouTube Channel: @MUBUTVWebsite: MUBUTV.comFacebook: @MUBUTVInstagram: @MUBUTVListen To Eric Knight's New Single On Spotify HEREAbout the...2025-02-041h 12
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterDoes This New Fan Finder Formula Really Work?CLIMBers, what if there was a pathway, a fan finder formula that would help you gain real fans, fans that would stick and help you be heard as an artist because they're repeatedly streaming your song, then saving your song to the extent that when the campaign ends, your monthly listeners on Spotify actually grow instead of shrink? Today we're gonna interview indie artist, Brent Michael Wood, and we'll show you exactly what happened, and how we did it!Connect With Our Guest, Brent Michael Wood Here:Facebook: @BrentMichaelWoodInstagram...2025-01-211h 27
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge: Radney Foster & "Taste Of Mercy"Here's a CLIMB CLASSIC in case you missed it the first time. So good!Johnny & Brent welcome LEGENDARY hit songwriter, artist, and author, Radney Foster (Keith Urban, The Chicks, Brooks & Dunn, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kenny Loggins, Los Lonely Boys, George Benson), to Song Title Challenge where they create 5-6 different conceptual angles for a song titled, "Taste Of Mercy," sent in by CLIMBer and SongwritingPro.com member, Fred Kitchen.If you want to write like a pro, these episodes show you how the pros think! So listen up.About...2024-12-2045 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterIs This the Final Nail in the Coffin for Radio?CLIMBers! This one is so helpful, it's worth another listen!Terrestrial radio wants a law that forces automakers to provide AM radio in all new vehicles moving forward. What does this mean exactly? That's what we're going to get into right now...I don't think it's good!Here's a link to the article. https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2024/04/18/should-automakers-include-am-radio-new-cars/The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you...2024-12-1037 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge: Tom Douglas & "Sweet Southern Promise"This one is so good, we're dropping it on ya in case you missed it the first time!Johnny & Brent welcome LEGENDARY hitmaker, Tom Douglas, to the pod ("House That Built Me", "Southern Voice", "Little Rock", "The Gift", "Meanwhile Back At Mamas") where they work out 5-6 different angles to writing a song titled, "Sweet Southern Promise."The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:2024-12-0638 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session: How 1 Line Can Ruin Your SongThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you t...2024-11-2916 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview with Ben GloverCLIMBers! Today we sit down with songwriter / producer of 40 #1 songs, 8-time Grammy Nominee, Multiple Dove Award Winner, and recipient of the NSAI Top-Ten-Songs-I-Wish-I'd-Written Award, Ben Glover. He's also a 5-time ASCAP Christian Songwriter of the Year! If you've ever listened to Lee Brice, For King and Country, Mercy Me, or Crowder, you've heard his work. So we get into some great stuff on this episode that will help you on your songwriting journey.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business."...2024-11-261h 04
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Love Ain't Blind Enough" w/ Dan SmalleyBrent & Johnny welcome Nashville Recording Artist and songwriter (with cuts by artists like Ashley McBryde and more), Dan Smalley, to the Challenge where they cook up 5-6 different angles to writing a song titled "Love Ain't Blind Enough," sent in by CLIMBer, Casey Haitus.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan...2024-11-2234 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session:Qualities Of The ProfessionalThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you t...2024-11-1516 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ CCM Superstar, Brandon HeathCLIMBer, how does an award-winning multiple number-one singer-songwriter put together a new album? We're talking about that today with hit CCM artist, Brandon Heath. Understanding how he puts a record together might just help you land some of your songs on records. So listen up.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Mo...2024-11-1253 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Would It Kill Ya?" w/ Adam WheelerJohnny and Brent welcome Nashville-based singer-songwriter Adam Wheeler (with cuts by Clay Walker, Scotty McCreery, Megan Moroney, Tracy Lawrence, Tenille Arts, Buddy Jewell, Gord Bamford, and more) to the Challenge, where they cook up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled "Would It Kill Ya," sent in by CLIMBer, Bo Harris.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning...2024-11-0836 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ CCM Artist and Author Jason GrayCLIMBer, how do you turn what you might think of as a career-disqualifying challenge or limitation into an important part of what connects you to your audience? In other words, how do you turn an obstacle into a benefit for your career? We're going to talk about that and so much other good stuff today on The CLIMB!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:...2024-11-051h 02
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session: Winning Songwriting HabitsThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you t...2024-11-0118 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Songwriter Publisher Relationship w/ Colt Murski - Curb Word Music PublishingCLIMBer, just what does a publisher/staff-songwriter relationship look like? Well, today we'll dive into that with a successful music publisher. This is going to be fun. Great conversation. I can't wait for you to hear it. So buckle up!Follow The TwangTown Podcast:Instagram: @TwangTownPodThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter...2024-10-291h 02
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"The Last Thing I'll Forget" w/ Will NanceJohnny & Brent welcome Curb/Word Music Publishing powerhouse, Will Nance, (Brad Paisley, Tracy Lawrence, Joe Nichols, Oakridge Boys, LoCash Cowboys, Chris Janson, George Strait) to the challenge where they cook up 5-6 different creative angles for writing a song titled "The Last Thing I'll Forget," sent in by CLIMBer, Kelly Gazzaway. If you want to write like a pro, you need to think like a pro. And STC helps you do that. So listen up.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The...2024-10-2539 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session:A Winning Songwriting EnvironmentThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you t...2024-10-1817 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview With Indie Songplugger Steve BlochCLIMBer, what does an independent A&R professional do exactly? How do they go about finding songs for labels and producers? Well, we're talking to just such an independent A&R professional today on The CLIMB. If you want your songs to get cut, it helps to know how the other side of the desk is thinking. So this one is for you. Listen up!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-10-1553 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Stone Mover" w/ Lee StarrJohnny & Brent welcome hit songwriter, Lee Starr, (who co-wrote Elvie Shane's debut #1 single, "My Boy") to Song Title Challenge! Together, they cook up 5-6 different possible angles to a song titled, "Stone Mover." Lee Starr's songs have also been recorded by Brothers Osborne, Ashland Craft, Drew Green, and Connor Smith. He is a staff songwriter for Sony Music and KP Entertainment.If you want to WRITE like a pro, you need to THINK like a pro, and these episodes show you how the pros think. So listen up.The C.L.I.M.B. Show...2024-10-1127 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ Baste Records Executive, Chris WallinCLIMBers, how do you get to #9 on the Billboard sales chart with zero radio play? That's what we're gonna talk about today from generally the most unlikely person to be behind something like this...so, this is gonna be a great show y'all hang out!Connect With Baste Records Here:https://basterecords.comThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!...2024-10-081h 05
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session: J.A.M. Session: Goals vs. SystemsThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you t...2024-10-0412 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Dangers Of Sharing Sub-Par Songs With Music Industry ProsCLIMBer, I know that sharing your songs with an industry pro is exciting. And if you get the chance, you're probably going to jump at it. But sometimes jumping at that chance can be kind of like jumping off a cliff. So, today we're discussing how sharing subpar songs with music industry professionals can damage your songwriting career. We don't want that to happen, so listen up.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you...2024-10-0136 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Heaven In Hell" w/ Donna UlisseJohnny & Brent welcome former Atlantic Records Recording Artist, current bluegrass artist, and award-winning hit songwriter, Donna Ulisse, to The Challenge where they craft 5-6 different conceptual ideas for a song titled, "Heaven In Hell," sent in by CLIMBer, Jennylyn Osterlin!To attend Donna's Little House Workshop (for songwriters) visit https://LittleHouseSongwritingWorkshop.comFacebook @DonnaUlisseThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-09-2734 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThis Is The Best Time To Be An Artist!CLIMBers, remember when I said streaming and social media would be good for the art? Today I'll prove that you're on the right track and this is the BEST time to be an artist!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamf...2024-09-2445 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session: More Advice For Aspiring SongwritersThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you t...2024-09-2018 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterLivin' On A Prayer: Songwriting Lessons From Desmond ChildCLIMBers, what can the mega songwriter of "Livin' On A Prayer", "Dude Looks Like A Lady", "Livin' La Vida Loca", "You Give Love A Bad Name", and even "The Thong Song" have to teach you about songwriting? Turns out, it's a lot. So we're going to dive into songwriting lessons from the legendary Desmond Child today on The CLIMB.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:2024-09-1753 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ Lili McGrady From HumanableCLIMBers, AI-generated music will swallow more than one-quarter of artists' revenue by 2028, representing a lower-cost option for distribution partners. Let me put this in plain English; It's your lunch that's being taken off the table. Today we're interviewing the Co-Founder and Chief Human at Humanable, a brand new company set to launch in September, and they're doing something about it. So stick around.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!...2024-09-101h 07
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session: Advice For Aspiring SongwritersThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you t...2024-09-0616 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterMeet Trent Fisher, A CLIMBer, A Teacher, A New Dad, Who Just Got A Pub Deal!CLIMBers! Today's guest is a CLIMBer - one of y'all - who recently signed his first publishing deal while working as a full-time teacher and a father of two young boys. Yeah, it can be done, and we're going to talk about how Trent Fisher is doing it today on The CLIMB!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit...2024-09-0358 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Turns Out" w/ Carlton AndersonBrent & Johnny welcome songwriter/artist, Carlton Anderson, to the Song Title Challenge! Together, they cook up 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled, "Turns Out," sent in by CLIMBer, Kacey Baugh. If you want to WRITE like a pro, you need to THINK like a pro, and these episodes show you how the pros think.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent...2024-08-3032 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterMy Frustration Is Your OpportunityCLIMBers, I'm banging my head against the freaking wall over here. I'm so frustrated and as frustrated as I am, I just can't help but think this is your opportunity. Pay attention. That's what we're going to talk about today. So listen up.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Rand...2024-08-2748 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session: Don’t Write What’s On The RadioThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with...2024-08-2317 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ Tony Harrell MV2 EntertainmentCLIMBer! What does a successful indie music publisher look for in a songwriter? What makes them want to sign a songwriter like you? We discussed that and more today with the GM of a rising publishing company out of Nashville.About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more. He helps songwriters turn pro by helping them WRITE like a pro, DO BUSINESS like a pro and CONNECT to the pros. You ca...2024-08-2049 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Taste Of Mercy" w/ Radney Foster!Johnny & Brent welcome LEGENDARY hit songwriter, artist, and author, Radney Foster (Keith Urban, The Chicks, Brooks & Dunn, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kenny Loggins, Los Lonely Boys, George Benson), to Song Title Challenge where they create 5-6 different conceptual angles for a song titled, "Taste Of Mercy," sent in by CLIMBer and SongwritingPro.com member, Fred Kitchen.If you want to write like a pro, these episodes show you how the pros think! So listen up.About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Mo...2024-08-1645 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterReality CheckCLIMBers, take a deep breath...Daddy's not happy, okay? Grab a cup of coffee aaaaaaaand maybe you need a cocktail for this one...It's gonna sting a little bit. So we're going to do a reality check. You're grossly underestimating your exposure. Which is why you're spinning your wheels. Which is why you're kind of stuck. But let's break it down and talk about what you can do to fix it!Whoever Owns The Traffic, Rules The Road PDF Free Downloadhttps://giftfromjohnny.com About the hosts:2024-08-1355 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJ.A.M. Session: ExcusesThis is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter...2024-08-0910 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterHow To Use Your Whole Mind For SongwritingCLIMBer! You probably already use some great tools to write songs: guitar, piano, computer, digital audio workstations, and all that good stuff. But you might be neglecting the most important tool at your disposal. And that is the other part of your brain, your other way of thinking. Today you'll learn how to use your whole brain to maximize your creativity and results. So listen up!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-08-0638 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Ruthless Ambition" w/ Charly ReynoldsBrent & Johnny welcome 24-year-old rising singer-songwriter, Charly Reynolds to Song Title Challenge! Her release, "Love You Long" gained spotlight placement on Spotify's New Music Nashville and Fresh Finds country playlists as well as Apple Music's New and Country Playlist. Together, they brainstorm 5-6 different angles for the title, "Ruthless Ambition," sent in CLIMBer, Kacey Baugh!If you want to write like a pro, listen to this episode and learn how the pros think!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Ch...2024-08-0234 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterREPSCLIMBers, today we're going to take off our artist hats, close our eyes, and remember what it's like to be a music fan. Why? Because this is going to reveal the biggest secret to growing your audience.Get Johnny's free download, Whoever Owns The Traffic, Rules The Road, by going to GiftFromJohnny.com and telling him where to send it!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-07-3048 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"The Hang" with Jeff JohnsonBrent sits down with hit Canadian songwriter/producer, Jeff Johnson, to discuss his cuts... and bruises! This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-07-2617 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ LeAnn Phelan From LP Creative ManagementJohnny & Baxter welcome LeAnn Phelan, a 25-year veteran music industry executive who was Co-head of ASCAP Nashville Creative, Senior Director of A&R Sony Nashville, VP of Combustion Music, Preliminary Judge Seasons 6-9 of American Idol. She had managed or published Ashley Gorley, Jimmy Robbins, Catt Gravitt and many other hit songwriters! Currently runs LP Creative management & LP Creative Therapy, where she provides Creative Wellness Coaching and mentorship in live workshops, courses, and private sessions for songwriters. Tons of value bomb in this episode, so listen up! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is ded...2024-07-231h 02
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Sweet Southern Promise" w/ Tom DouglasJohnny & Brent welcome LEGENDARY hitmaker, Tom Douglas, to the pod ("House That Built Me", "Southern Voice", "Little Rock", "The Gift", "Meanwhile Back At Mamas") where they work out 5-6 different conceptual angles to write a song titled, "Sweet Southern Promise."The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, J...2024-07-1938 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"If You're In A Band..." w/ Mark MaxwellCLIMBer, "If you're in a band..." this episode is a must-listen! Mark Maxwell of the legendary Louisville band, The Crashers, reveals game-changing advice for anyone who wants to start a band or take their existing band to the next level. We're sharing Mark's wisdom because we want you to win. So listen up!Follow Maxwell's House Of Music to see all these tips!Facebook - @MaxwellsHouseOfMusicInstagram - @MaxwellsHouseOfMusicTikTok - @MaxwellsHouseOfMusicThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping s...2024-07-1655 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"The Hang" with Jerry SalleyBrent sits down with legendary country/Christian/bluegrass songwriter/producer, Jerry Salley, to discuss his cuts... and bruises! This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-07-1217 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterStories Behind The Songs w/ Bart HerbisonCLIMBer, are you a song nerd like I am? Of course, you are. Do you love geeking out about songs as much as I do? Of course, you do. Do you want to listen to today's episode as Johnny and I geek out on the stories behind some of your favorite songs with NSAI's Executive Director, Bart Herbison? Of course, you do.Here's the link to Bart's interview with James Peterik from Ides of March, which is your pathway to the 300 other episodes!The C.L.I.M.B...2024-07-091h 03
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Pump It" w/ Hit Songwriter, D. Vincent WilliamsBrent & Johnny welcome huge hit songwriter, D. Vincent Williams ("I'm Movin' On", "Just Got Started Lovin' You") to the Challenge where they hash out 5-6 different conceptual approaches to writing a song titled, "Pump It," sent in by CLIMBer, Jessie St Christopher!Connect with D. Vincent Williams:
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The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterTop 23 Indie Artists' Secrets To SuccessCLIMBers, for plenty of music's most compelling artists, going independent doesn't mean going small. It means reaping the myriad of benefits by avoiding the major label route, and we're gonna hear from these artists on this episode, so stick around.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, J...2024-07-0250 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"The Hang" with Rob Mills of The SoundBrent sits down with songwriter/artist, Rob Mills of hit Christian group, The Sound, to discuss his cuts... and bruises! This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to...2024-06-2817 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Almost" Is A WinCLIMBer, ever had an "almost" win? It can leave you pretty frustrated and defeated, but today a hit songwriter has a different way of looking at it, a different way of looking at your almost wins. If you could use some encouragement, listen up, this episode is for you!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit...2024-06-2537 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Better About It" with Phillip LammondsJohnny & Brent welcome hitmaker (Josh Turner, Lee Brice, Hootie & The Blowfish, Kellie Pickler, Craig Morgan), Phillip Lammonds, to the Challenge where they cook up 5-6 different conceptual ideas for writing a song titled, "Better About It," sent in by CLIMBers, Kay Mott & Jennifer Ferguson.Connect with Phillip Lammonds here:Instagram: @PhillipLammondsFacebook: @PhillipLammondsMusicYouTube: @PhillipLammondsMusicSpotify: Phillip LammondsThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music...2024-06-2134 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterAre You Adapting or Believing?CLIMBers! What does the movie industry have to do with whether or not you should be a niche artist or have more of a broad appeal? What does that have to do with ANYTHING?!?! Find out in today's episode!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe...2024-06-1847 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Tony WoodBrent sits down with legendary hit CCM and Southern Gospel songwriter, Tony Wood, to discuss his cuts... and bruises. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-06-1424 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Importance Of Songwriting DEEP WORKCLIMBers! I have a confession to make. I've been neglecting my songwriting superpower...and it's been costing me opportunities. What am I going to do about it? Listen up to find out and to find out how this process can help YOU, too!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Rand...2024-06-1153 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Give My Heart A Break" w/ Kevin RooneyBrent & Johnny welcome pro songwriter, Producer/Engineer (Rascal Flatts, Russell Dickerson, Crowder, Zach Williams, and more), and Director of A&R for Red Street Records (home to artists including Consumed By Fire, Chris Lane, Jason Crabb, and more), Kevin Rooney, to the show where they Dare To Suck working out 5-6 different conceptual ideas for writing a song entitled, "Give My Heart A Break," sent in by CLIMBer, John Cozolino!Connect with Kevin Rooney Here:Facebook: @KevinTheRooneyInstagram: @KevinRooneyFollow Red Street Records Here:2024-06-0733 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Zane & Donna KingBrent sits down with hit Southern Gospel duo, Zane & Donna King to discuss their cuts... and bruises. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!2024-05-3124 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterGoing Crazy with Hit Songwriter, Tim JamesCLIMBers, today's guest kicked things off in his songwriting career a little late in life... but he made up time quickly with a FIVE-WEEK #1! That was over twenty years ago, but he's not done yet. He is still getting cuts on the biggest names in the industry, and he has some wisdom to share with us today from his newly released autobiography. It's a lot of good stuff, so, stick around and listen up!Connect with Tim James:InstagramFacebookThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is...2024-05-2842 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Excommunication" w/ Landon WallBrent and Johnny welcome Demolition Publishing songwriter, Landon Wall, to the pod where they dare to suck creating 5-6 different conceptual ideas for writing a song entitled, "Excommunication," sent in by SongwritingPro.com member and CLIMBer, Adam deWeber.Connect with Landon Wall here:Facebook: @OfficialLandonWallInstagram: @LandonWallOfficialTikTok: @LandonWallThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!...2024-05-2432 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter13 Ways Songwriters and Artists Get PaidCLIMBers! What if there were 13 ways that songwriters in indie artists can get paid? What if there was a checklist that you could go back and reference? What if it was all in a book?!?! Ahhhhhh, we got the authors here today! That's what we're gonna talk about on The CLIMB!Here are a couple links to purchase this book:NashvilleCool.com - https://www.nashvillecool.com/pressAmazon - CLICK HEREThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters...2024-05-211h 15
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Chelsey StallingsRising singer/songwriter (and OG CLIMBer) Chelsey Stallings joins this episode to discuss the reality of moving - or NOT moving - to Nashville to pursue professional songwriting. This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at https://SongwritingPro.com!You can find Chelsey at:Instagram: @chelseystallingsTikTok: @horsesingerchelseyWebsite: https://www.chelseystallingsmusic.c...2024-05-1724 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterAI Randy TravisCLIMBers! What the WUT is up with AI Randy Travis? It kind of freaks Johnny out a little bit...but I'm going to make him talk about it today on The CLIMB.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord...2024-05-1444 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Grace For Impact" w/ Jimmy YearyJohnny and Brent welcome country songwriting LEGEND, Grammy Award winner, and writer of 14 #1 songs, Jimmy Yeary, to the show and they dare to suck creating 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled, "Grace For Impact". If you want to write like a pro, you need to think like a pro. And these episodes help you do that!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About...2024-05-1025 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterIs This The Nail In The Coffin For Radio?CLIMBers! Terrestrial radio wants a law that forces automakers to provide AM radio in all new vehicles moving forward. What does this mean exactly? That's what we're going to get into right now...I don't think it's good!Here's a link to the article. https://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2024/04/18/should-automakers-include-am-radio-new-cars/The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:2024-05-0737 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Brian WhiteSpend 5 minutes with Brian White and you’ll quickly figure out, he’s a passionate man. Whether it’s about his home town Cincinnati Reds baseball team, his wife, his music, or his relationship with God, there’s no denying he’s all in. A veteran of the music industry, Brian has had the success that’s rewarded by such passion. As a touring artist signed with a major record deal, he fronted the Christian rock band “Brian White & Justice” for 15 years, recording 5 projects. As a writer, his songs have earned him Sixteen #1 songs, 2 Dove Awards for Song of The Year (Michael English -”Holdi...2024-05-0323 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview with Anthony Smith - Fight For The SongwritersJohnny and Brent welcome legendary hit songwriter, Anthony Smith (Tim McGraw, George Strait, Montgomery Gentry, Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton, Trace Adkins), to the show to discuss his recent, polarizing social media post, and how to Reclaim Your Worth As A Songwriter!There's a TON of great information in this discussion, y'all.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter...2024-04-301h 20
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Bad Idea For A Good Time" w/ Nicole CroteauJohnny & Brent welcome songwriter, Nicole Croteau, to the show and they cook up 5-6 different creative angles for writing a song titled, "Bad Idea For A Good Time," sent in by CLIMBer, Tracie Lipp. If you want to write like a pro, you need to think like a pro. And these episodes help you do that!Connect With Nicole Croteau:
Facebook: @NicoleCroteauMusic
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The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ The Incomparable Craig CampbellCLIMBers! What could you learn from a former 2-time major label artist who has now moved on to be an indie artist like you? Does that sound exciting? Well, we're bringing it to you with an interview with the killer artist, Craig Campbell!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Mo...2024-04-2356 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Kent BlazyKent Blazy is a member of the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame. His credits include several singles for Garth Brooks, as well as singles by Gary Morris, Diamond Rio, Patty Loveless and Chris Young. He has a total of seven number one hits to his credit. In 1982, Gary Morris took "Headed for a Heartache" to number 5 on the charts. In the years that followed other artists, such as The Forrester Sisters, T. Graham Brown, Donna Fargo and Moe Bandy recorded Kent’s tunes.In 1987, Kent was introduced to a new demo singer by Bob Doyle, th...2024-04-1914 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterInterview w/ Demolition Music Publishing A&R Manager, Alyssa BrunsonCLIMBer, what does an A&R Manager do at a publishing company? What keeps them busy all day working for songwriters? How do they interact with songwriters? What are some dos and don'ts of reaching out to a publisher? We're going to talk about all that today with a killer interview, we can't wait to share it with you.Look up Demolition Music Publishing here:DemolitionMusicPub.comThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage...2024-04-1659 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Horsepower To Heaven" w/ 2 Lane SummerJohnny & Brent welcome rising country duo and Wide Open Music writers, Joe Hanson and Chris Ray from 2 Lane Summer, to the show where they work out 5-6 different conceptual ideas for writing a song titled, "Horsepower To Heaven," sent in by CLIMBer, Joe Bigalke. If you want to write like a pro, you need to think like a pro. And these episodes help you do that!Connect with 2 Lane Summer:Instagram - @2LaneSummerTikTok - @2LaneSummerThe C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists...2024-04-1227 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterPain & SufferingCLIMBers, I (Johnny) wish pain and suffering upon all of you...and I mean that in the very best way! Learn why I am such an a-hole in today's episode!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and...2024-04-0951 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Larry CordleHear the behind-the-scenes story of a hit songwriter's biggest cut... and biggest bruises!Larry Cordle, an Eastern Kentucky native and member of the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame, is both an awarded artist and songwriter.He’s had songs recorded by Garth Brooks, Ricky Skaggs, Alison Krauss, Rhonda Vincent, George Strait, Trisha Yearwood, Reba McEntire, Diamond Rio, Alan Jackson, Trace Adkins, and many others on more than 55 million albums sold. Just a few standout tracks include “Murder On Music Row” by Alan Jackson & George Strait, “Highway 40 Blues” by Ricky Skaggs and “Against The Grain” by...2024-04-0518 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterHit Song Breakdown - "Dirt Cheap" by Cody JohnsonCLIMBers, there's a song climbing the charts right now in country music that is both a rule-breaker AND shows you where the bar is set if you want to get a cut yourself. We're going to talk about that killer song today. What song is it? Well, we'll tell you in a bit...The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter...2024-04-0252 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"Sinner's Heart" with Taylor Austin DyeTaylor Austin Dye is an indie artist who is currently blowing up! She has over 1 million followers across all social media platforms and over 25 million streams! Johnny and Brent welcome Taylor to the show and they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled, "Sinner's Heart," sent in by CLIMBer, Randy Maynor.Connect With Taylor:
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The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Phillip LammondsHear the behind-the-scenes story of a hit songwriter's biggest cut... and biggest bruise!Phillip Lammonds is a songwriter and instrumentalist from the musically rich mountains of North Carolina. He was a founder of The Blue Dogs, a critically acclaimed bluegrass and rock inspired jam band. He then started his family in Pawley’s Island, South Carolina while working as a fishing guide, a falconer, and the owner of a real estate company. All the while, he wrote songs and traveled to Nashville to pitch them. After fifteen years, fifty or so trips to Nashville, and...2024-03-2221 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterYour Songs Will NEVER Be Heard Without This...CLIMBer, it's not enough to write your song. You need to resolve your song, or it's never going to get heard. What's that mean, and why is it hugely important for your songwriting career? We're going to tell you today on The CLIMB, so listen up!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts...2024-03-1936 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterThe Hang with Tyrus MorganWe want you to win, and that’s why we host The C.L.I.M.B. Show. And here’s a chance for YOU to help US win! The C.L.I.M.B. Show has been nominated for an Arkansas Country Music Award in the "Best Publication/Blog/Podcast" category, and we would really appreciate your vote.The voting window is from March 1 to 15th - so that’s RIGHT NOW - and you can vote for The CLIMB athttps://ArkansasMusic.orgIf t...2024-03-0818 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterHow To Annoy Your Co-WritersIf you've been listening to the CLIMB for a while and wondering how you can thank us... here's your chance! The CLIMB Show has been nominated for an Arkansas Country Music Award in the Best Publication/Blog/Podcast category! Please click this link and VOTE FOR THE CLIMB!
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CLIMBer, it's not enough to get in the room with a co+writer. You want to get...2024-03-0557 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter"The Hang" with Tammy Rogers of The SteeldriversBaxter sits down for "The Hang" with Tammy Rogers - a successful singer, songwriter and founding member of Grammy-winning bluegrass group, The Steeldrivers. They discus songwriting - including the value of NOT having a publishing deal! Hmmm...This is an excerpt from "The Hang." If you'd like to watch the full episode, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trail at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated...2024-02-0914 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterCLIMB CLASSIC: Song Title Challenge - "Pictures To Prove It" w/ Tyler ReeveConnect with our guest, Tyler Reeve, here:Facebook: @tylerreeve Twitter: @tylerreeveInstagram: @tylerreeveWebsite: https://tylerreeve.com The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters and indie artist "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis, Lady A, Joe Nichols, Ray Stevens, Gord Bamford and more. He helps songwriters turn pro by helping...2023-12-2232 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterJohnny Talks Brent Off A LedgeCLIMBers, our good friend, our fearless leader, Brent Baxter, was out on a ledge...despondent, down, DOWN in the dumps...and who saved him? I saved him! You're going to want to know how I talked him off that ledge. That's what we're going to talk about on this episode...right here!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters and indie artist "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter is an award-winning...2023-11-071h 14
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterDo You Have The Wrong Strategy On Spotify?CLIMBers, are you using the most effective strategy on Spotify today? We're going to deep dive on one of the most common Spotify artist strategies - that is a MISTAKE! We'll also put a few Spotify metrics under a microscope to give you a better understanding of what your analytics mean, and how to interpret them!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win!About the hosts:Brent Baxter...2023-10-1048 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterEp 351: How To Avoid Creative ParalysisCLIMBers, does a blank-page bully ever beat you up when you sit down to write? Do you ever just lock up, like it has to be great...It has to be perfect or you just can't dig in? You're so busy trying to find the best angle, the best idea, the best groove that all you create is a headache? Well, that's called analysis paralysis and on today's episode, I'm going to reveal how I defeat it again and again so you can too!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters...2022-11-1549 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterEpisode #295: Here's How 'Song Title Challenge' Got Brent A CutOne TonightWriters: Brent Baxter, Don Amero, Doug FolkinsLYRICS:We got 5 days in the rearview10 gallons in the tankAnd 2 days full of nothing to doA couple hundred in the bankAnd I know what you’re thinkin’It’s just another weekendWith a thousand more on the wayBut girl it just hit meLife, goes by quick ‘n weDon’t have any time to wasteCHORUS:We just...2021-10-0557 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge #96: One Heart To The GallonJohnny and Brent have a FREE gift for YOU! To get your free gifts, go to GiftFromJohnny.com and GiftFromBrent.com If you’d like to schedule a consultation with Johnny, please email us at info@daredevilproduction.com and put “CONSULTING” in the subject line. To schedule a personal coaching session with Brent Baxter, go to https://songwritingpro.com/coaching We are very excited to be a part of the @americansongwriter podcast network with other amazing podcasts. Check out our new home for all of our upcoming episodes! @americansongwriter #theclimb #americansongwriter #americansongwriterpo...2021-07-0935 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterEpisode #257: Brent's Conversation With An Excuse MakerIt's this simple: STOP MAKING EXCUSES! Listen Here: https://bit.ly/3sfZTTc Johnny and Brent have a FREE gift for YOU! To get your free gifts, go to GiftFromJohnny.com and GiftFromBrent.com If you’d like to schedule a consultation with Johnny, please email us at info@daredevilproduction.com and put “CONSULTING” in the subject line. To schedule a personal coaching session with Brent Baxter, go to https://songwritingpro.com/coaching We are very excited to be a part of the @a...2021-01-1155 min
The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent BaxterSong Title Challenge 078: "The Best Day I Never Had."Tune into this week’s episode as Brent and Johnny show you what the first 15-20 minutes of a pro songwriter session looks like.A listener like you submits a title, Johnny springs that title on Brent, and they work to find the best direction for it.This weeks title is “The Best Day I Never Had.” How would you write this one?If you have a song title you’d like to submit, please email it to info@daredevilproduction.com and put “Song Title Challenge” in the subject line.LISTEN NOWJo...2020-10-3017 min