Month: June 2018

CHRIS MCCLARNEY: Leading the World in Worship

“When we are writing songs that connect people to God, part of that process is pushing fear out of the way” In episode 70, John sits down with Worship Leader and Songwriter, Chris McClarney. Chris grew up in the church as the son of a Youth Pastor and met Jesus

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JESSE PRUETT: Film Actor, Worship Leader, Songwriter

“Write from your heart because we all have a story that we can tell” In episode 69, John Chisum sits down with songwriter, worship leader, actor, and composer, Jesse Pruett. Jesse is currently on staff as Worship Arts Pastor in Lake Havasu City, Arizona and when he’s not there, he’s

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JOHN CHISUM: Writing Hit Hooks Part 5 – Simplicity

“This whole art endeavor that we’re involved with as songwriters is an amazing combination of your whole life. Bring all that you are to your songs” In episode 68, John wraps up a 5 part series on “Writing Hit Hooks” with one of the most important, yet difficult to master

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ANTONY BRUNO: Getting Paid for Your Music

“We are an online platform that connects creators with investors as a way of helping them raise money…” In episode 67, John chats with Antony Bruno from Royalty Exchange. If there are two main areas that can be difficult for songwriters to navigate and understand, it’s royalties and finances. How

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