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The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter

Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter

Helping Singers, Songwriters, and Indie Artists Create Leverage In the Music Business.

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71:19

Ep 501: Takeover Takeaways: Turn A Writer's Night...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/11

CLIMBer, what if you turned your limitations into a cool, unique strength that grows your brand, deepens your relationships, and helps you stand out in a sea of songwriters and artists? Today, we're pulling back the curtain on our recent CLIMB Takeover event; what worked, what surprised us, and how you can apply some of the same strategies to your own music career. So, whether you're hosting events or just looking to connect with the right people in the right way, this one is for you.The

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39:00

Song Title Challenge #202: "Twisted" with The Heels

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/07

Brent & Johnny welcome The Heels, a Canadian country vocal trio of Bobbi Smith, Brittni Fiddler, and Kyla Rawlins, to The Challenge, where they craft 5-6 different conceptual angles for a song titled "Twisted," sent in by CLIMBer, Tracy Richardson.Managed by Grand Slam Productions, Conway Entertainment Group, and Thompson Artist Management—the powerhouse team behind the rising stars Red Clay Strays and legends Alabama and Randy Travis—The Heels are a country music vocal trio that were crowned

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49:28

Ep 500: The 39 Biggest Problems In Music (18-22)

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/11/04

CLIMBers, this is the third episode of my series of the 39 Biggest Problems in Music. Are they problems? Are they blessings? Are they a curse?Is it a crisis? Does it mean danger for you, or is it an opportunity? It just all depends on how you tackle it and what the mindset is. We've had some great conversations, and we're gonna continue with numbers 18 through 22 on this episode right here! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create

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17:55

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: Your Song Must Have...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/31

This is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business."

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52:33

Ep 499: Five Songwriting Myths That Keep You Stuck

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/28

CLIMBer! There are common myths that trip up a lot of songwriters, and maybe you're one of them. Well, believing them keeps you stuck, frustrated, and spinning your wheels. But, the truth is, pros know better. In this episode, we're going to bust five of the biggest myths about songwriting and show you what really works in the music business.So hang on tight. You want to listen to this one! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros

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33:52

Song Title Challenge #201: "Add A Little Cowboy" w/...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/24

Brent and Johnny welcome Katie Cook to The Challenge, where they craft 5-6 different conceptual ideas for writing a song titled "Add A Little Cowboy". Katie started as an on-air talent at MTV in 2001. Then she became an on-air host at CMT for 23 years, where she interviewed Keith Urban, Nicole Kidman, Reese Witherspoon, Gwen Stefani, Susan Sarandon, Dolly Parton, George Clooney, and many more. Katie and her husband, Adam Shoenfeld, have an incredible musical duo project called SunKat, where you

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52:48

Ep 498: The 39 Biggest Problems In Music (13-17)

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/21

CLIMBers, there was a poll revealing "The 39 Biggest Problems In Music," and we've have been getting to the bottom of each one. Is it a blessing? Is it a curse? Is it a problem? A crisis? Or is it an opportunity? We're picking them off one by one. This will be 13 through 17. Hop on board!The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an

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20:40

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: Process Over...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/17

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71:06

EP 497: Equipping Young Creatives, An Interview w/...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/14

Today's guest, Dan Hodges, is an accomplished publisher and respected educator. He spent 30 years shaping songs and songwriters, helping deliver number one hits like Billy Currington's "Good Directions" and Kelsey Ballerini's "Dibs," along with cuts by artists from Reba to Keith Urban. He's also the founder of DHN Publishing and Consulting, President of the Music and Entertainment Industry Educators Association, and now, an Associate Professor of Music Business at Belmont University.The

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32:05

Song Title Challenge #200: "Broken Keys" w/ Garrett...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/10

Brent & Johnny welcome CAA artist and Sony Music Publishing songwriter, Garrett Jacobs, to the Challenge. Together, they create 5-6 different conceptual angles for writing a song titled "Broken Keys," sent in by CLIMBer, DE Beeler.Garrett's Story: After graduating from high school, Garrett decided to make his first trip to Nashville, Tennessee, where he was invited to play a writer's round at the renowned Whiskey Jam. By the end of the night, he was scheduling writing sessions throughout the

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40:44

Ep 496: The 39 Biggest Problems In Music (7-12)

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/07

CLIMBers! Let's continue with the list of problems here. A poll was conducted, and the most popular answers were distilled down to the 39 biggest problems in music. This episode covers problems 7-12. Brent and I are handling each one. Is it a blessing or a curse? If the problem is a crisis, does it mean danger or an opportunity? https://bit.ly/Ep496-39BiggestProblemsInMusic-7-13The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In

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21:40

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: Cultivating Your...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/10/03

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66:43

Ep 495: Interview w/ Finbar O'Hanlon & Ken Gay From...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/30

CLIMBer! Today, we're joined by two trailblazers from Monarrch.com. They're helping reimagine how AI and artists can coexist- not in competition, but in collaboration. We're going to dig into the future of AI and music, what it means for songwriters, artists, indie artists, established artists, other intellectual property owners, and how creators could actually thrive in this new era. We're going to peek around the corner of the music industry, so let's get to it.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated

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35:35

Song Title Challenge #199: "Crossroads And Crosses"...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/26

Brent & Johnny welcome hit songwriter, Scott Lindsey, to The Challenge. Scott was signed with Sony Music subsidiary, Slugfest Records, back in 2008, where he released a Top-40 radio single, "You Only Call Me When You're Drunk," and he toured with Jason Aldean and Chris Young to support that single. He was also 1/3 of the amazing but short-lived trio The Nashvillians. Since then, Scott's had a great run of cuts by Blackstone Cherry, The Bellamy Brothers, and major syncs with FOX's Monarch, and

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51:45

EP 494: The 39 Biggest Problems In Music (1-6)

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/23

CLIMBers, there's a poll taken, and the most popular answers are out. We are going to discuss, according to you all, the 39 biggest problems in music...but the question is, is it a crisis or an opportunity?The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent Baxter is an award-winning hit songwriter with cuts by Alan Jackson (“Monday Morning Church”), Randy Travis,

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17:06

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: The 5 Why’s

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/19

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85:05

Ep 493: Interview w/ #1 Hit Songwriter & American...

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/16

CLIMBer! Imagine this...you co-write a Rascal Flatts smash that shoots to number one, your phone won't stop buzzing, and your career path looks like a ski jump, and then you walk away. Not because you hate the work necessarily, but because you're rebuilding the human that does the work. Today, we unpack the rare story in the music business, how to climb back with better songs, better systems, and a better heart.The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and

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32:35

Song Title Challenge #198: "Already Paid" w/ Bias

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/12

Brent & Johnny welcome songwriter and artist, Bias, to The Challenge. Bias made a national splash as a top nine standout on The Voice season 24, where Gwen Stefani dubbed him the country soul preacher. With unforgettable performances of "Where I Find God," "Need a Favor," and "Go Rest High on That Mountain," he moved millions with his raw, heartfelt delivery. Now with songs like the "Lake of Fire" and the blue-collar anthem "Bent But Ain't Broken," his momentum is only growing. Together, they

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43:38

Ep 492: The Dip

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/09

CLIMBers, if you can get through The Dip... if you can keep going when the system is expecting you to stop, you will achieve extraordinary results. People who make it through the dip are scarce and therefore more valuable. What's the dip? Stick around and find out.CLICK HERE to purchase The Dip by Seth Godin The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business." We want you to win! About the hosts: Brent

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15:25

Songwriting Pro's J.A.M. Session: Songplugging Advice

The C.L.I.M.B. with Johnny Dwinell and Brent Baxter ·

2025/09/05

This is an excerpt from Songwriting Pro's "J.A.M. Session." (J.A.M. stands for "Just Ask Me," and it's our monthly members-only online Q&A Session.) If you'd like to watch the full J.A.M. Session, just log in to the Songwriting Pro Member Area. If you're not yet a Songwriting Pro member, NOW is a great time to start your 14-day FREE trial at SongwritingPro.com! The C.L.I.M.B. Show is dedicated to helping singers, songwriters, indie artists and industry pros "Create Leverage In The Music Business."

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