Quote #1 - Jared Leto (30 Seconds To Mars)

Hello all,

This is the first post of Draftboard's mini-section, 'Quotes to Remember.' In this section I will post one, a couple, or many quotes a day, that I think could help a songwriter, musician, or artist broaden their minds, and help them along the day.

Here's the first quote to be posted, enjoy! =)

"Music is subjective to everyone's unique experience." ~ Jared Leto (30 Seconds To Mars)

Jared Leto (30 Seconds To Mars)

Sincerely,
Julian.

Oasis - "Wonderwall"

Hello all,

This is the first post for Draftboard's section, 'Spotlight Songs.' In this section, there will be provided video and audio, for my personal favorite songs and artists that I am listening to at the moment. I will be reviewing each song that is posted, and relating it to personal experience. Don't hesitate to post a song or video of your own as well! 

In this post, I will be reviewing the song, "Wonderwall" by rock band, Oasis.

Siblings Liam & Noel Gallagher in their band, Oasis

"Wonderwall" by Oasis is often perceived to be Oasis's greatest hit. While this may be true, in the past, I sometimes found myself wondering why I loved this song so much. It's sort of funny, in a way. Back then, when I was really interested into the TV show, 'Lost,' they had an episode where one character (Charlie Pace), was playing "Wonderwall" on his acoustic guitar.

Character 'Charlie Pace' on the TV Show 'Lost'

After watching that episode, I can safely say that I absolutely fell in love with the song. Hearing its original version by Oasis was refreshing, with its simple melody, its true care to lyrics, and its overall message of desperation, mixed in with feelings of love, and hope to find love.

For me, "Wonderwall" is one of those songs that speak to your soul. I wouldn't call myself a spiritualist, but I sure for one love this song a lot, to the point where whenever I hear it, it strikes a 'chord' (I love puns, =D). 

Oasis is one of my all time favorite bands, and I still can't seem to get "Wonderwall," out of my head, aha. To me, it's a song that will "live forever" (for those who like puns as much as me, =P). 

Thanks for reading this post everyone! As a reward for reading this entire post, enjoy "Wonderwall!"

 

Sincerely,
Julian. 

Daily Tips #1

Hello all,

This is the first post for this section of Draftboard. "Tips for Songwriters," is a little section made to help out artists. Here are some starting tips to help you out, if you're a songwriter:

01) It's okay to edit a song, and re-edit. If something doesn't turn out the way you want it to the first time, don't worry about it. Nothing in life is perfect. Not even something that you visualize in your head.

02) If you feel afraid of what someone else might feel about your work, just remember that some of the world's most influential artists in music, have felt the same way as you do, and have still went on to produce and inspire fans with their music. Some songs they were even scared of putting out there, for fear that fans might not like what they've done.

An example of this, is vocalist, songwriter, and musician, Chester Bennington, who belongs to the rock groups, Linkin Park, Dead By Sunrise, and Stone Temple Pilots.

Chester Bennington (Linkin Park)

In this article, Chester Bennington tells 'Channel V' that he initially did not like Linkin Park's hit song, "In The End." Instead, he expresses to them that he originally 'hated' the song, and did not want to be on their debut album 'Hybrid Theory,' which was the best selling-debut album of the 21st Century. 

Here is the link to the article:

Chester Speaks

Today, "In The End" is considered to be Linkin Park's biggest song, hit, and most recognizable staple of their music. 

P.S. So just remember, even if you don't like something you made, and you're too afraid to show it to the world, remember that in the end, it could turn out way better than you previously thought. For all songwriters, that's "One thing, you should know."

Chester Bennington in Linkin Park's music video, "In The End"

Sincerely,
Julian.