Dean Olson

Dean Olson’s own contributions to StrongWriter including interviews, music, and articles.

A WAVE FILE IS A WAVE FILE

Today, there are theories, practices and inclinations within the recording industry that have taken over the best to the worst choices when it comes to getting that perfect CD.  Recording engineers and specialists consistently spend their time contemplating the best way to mix and master a wave file and how to actually get the job…

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10 IMPORTANT SONG ELEMENTS

By Dean Olson The creative process of songwriting can be a very magical and mysterious flight of fancy.  But, during that flight, as you enjoy that euphoria of soaring through the stars, it is generally a good idea to check your bearings.  Your right and left brain should be working together to complete each journey,…

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ALBUM REVIEW – STORIES BEHIND SONGS

By Dean Olson Even the most casual listener of country radio can instinctively pick up on the genuine heart and soul of the genre.  There’s just something very romantic about a singer with an instrument pouring his or her life out in musical form.  Lyrics through music is a universal communication that connects with people…

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WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED FOR RECORDING?

The improvement of technology and the capabilities within digital music not only allows for different sounds and formats to be available, but is also creating a space where musicians can record for themselves. If you are ready to record, you can set up a space that works for what you need and start moving towards…

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