I have more thought to add to this topic.

I don't read Jason Blume's books because he's had hit songs. I don't attend his songwriting seminars, or his opening & closing at the Road Rally, because he's had hit songs.

I read his books, I go to see him speak, because he has something to say about the CRAFT of SONGWRITING that I find valuable. In addition, he is a Passionate and Inspiring speaker.

For most of the people on this thread, if you haven't read Jason's books, or attended a seminar with him, etc... how do you know he has nothing to teach you? It's like people slamming a movie they've never seen.

OTOH, that's okay. I'll be the one that reads the books & gleans all I can from every source imaginable. I learn from the guy singing his song at an open mic. I learn from each of you. And I learn from mentors like Jason Blume. Because my mind is open and I am eager to grow.

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