Dean Olson

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

Remembering Steve Allen the Songwriter – Part Two

December 26, 2012 Dean Olson

By Dean Olson So here is what you can learn about writing songs from Mr. Steve Allen….

Gary Sinise – Humble Servant For the American Soldier

July 7, 2012 Dean Olson

Gary Sinise is very inspiring to our men and women veterans, as this documentary from 2011 shows. He plays the bass and touches lives with his Lt. DAN BAND, a USO driven act pumping out cover tunes and lifting spirits for our finest Americans! By now, you know the band and what they do, but…

A MESSAGE TO ALL FANS OF ANGELICA

January 9, 2012 Dean Olson

By Dean Olson My name is Dean Olson, and I was the interviewer that you saw in the video featuring Angelica. I am very happy that you came by to view the full interview. I had a page ready for viewing, but I experienced some major problems with…

A WAVE FILE IS A WAVE FILE

November 2, 2011 Dean Olson

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…

10 IMPORTANT SONG ELEMENTS

November 1, 2011 Dean Olson

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,…

ALBUM REVIEW – STORIES BEHIND SONGS

October 5, 2011 Dean Olson

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…

WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED FOR RECORDING?

August 21, 2011 Dean Olson

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…