Canceling the Amazing Grace of John Newton
Western culture is canceling Amazing Grace. Not because its author was a slave trader, but because Grace itself is now offensive.
How to write a great worship song
Maybe some of you saw this parody of worship songwriting when it came out in 2013. If you haven’t, go watch it right now. It’s spot on. While writing a worship song like the one in the video is easy, writing an excellent song is hard. Even if you take the time to ask, “What …
Anna Spafford and The Story Behind the Telegram
The most popular hymn story of all time is that of Horatio Spafford and “It Is Well With My Soul.” Most hymn-lovers know of how Spafford received word that most of his family had perished in a terrible accident; how his wife Anna Spafford sent him the telegram “saved alone.” The story is always told …
What is Great Songwriting?
Recently I took a few minutes to consider all the songs I’ve written over the years. It’s always interesting to go back over past material and consider how much one’s craft has changed. Hopefully with life experience, musical education, and exposure to better artists, one’s writing will improve. While I do believe I’ve had some …