Awesome Songwriting

Daft Punk is re-releasing its final album, Random Access Memories to celebrate its 10th anniversary. The new edition includes 35 minutes of previously unreleased recordings, including this 8-minute segment that takes us inside the creative process of the song Fragments of Time with vocalist and co-producer Todd Edwards.

Back in the 1980s, there were few bands to achieve the popularity of Depeche Mode. Despite their success, their melancholy alt-rock was at times quite formulaic. Musician Desmond Doom breaks down the basics so you can create your own Personal Jesus in under a minute.

Downwrite.com is a collaborative songwriting platform where artists and fans can co-create music. Fans commission original songs from working musicians, indie artists, and even notables like Everclear founder Art Alexakis. It’s a cool alternative way for artists to earn money and remain co-owners.