stayc main image

How NewJeans Rewired the Sound of 5th-Gen K-Pop

July 23, 2025

The girls who made whisper-singing and Y2K-core the new gold standard.K-pop has always been about pushing boundaries. Bigger stages. Louder beats. Flashier concepts. But then something unexpected...

Read more
stayc main image

GameBoy by Katseye: The Song That Hits Harder Than a Final Boss Fight

July 23, 2025

Let’s get one thing straight: GameBoy by Katseye isn’t just a song. It’s an era. A pixelated fever dream. A full-body vibe that makes you feel like you're the main character in a retro-futuristic...

Read more
stayc main image

YUNGBLUD’S NEW DOCUMENTARY PROMISES CHAOS, CATHARSIS & A FRONT-ROW SEAT TO HIS REVOLUTION!

July 19, 2025

The moment Yungblud’s fans have been waiting for is here. The trailer for his upcoming documentary, Are You Ready, Boy?, just hit the internet—and it’s a whirlwind of sweat, tears, mosh pits, and...

Read more
stayc main image

SZA claims Nicki Minaj asked her to feature “twice” on her songs despite questioning how “successful” she was

July 19, 2025

In a recent interview, SZA shared an intriguing behind-the-scenes story about her relationship with rap icon Nicki Minaj. The Grammy-winning artist revealed that Minaj had asked her to feature on...

Read more
stayc main image

Tomorrowland’s Main Stage Fire Is Changing Music Festivals Forever

July 19, 2025

A massive fire damaged Tomorrowland 2025's famed main stage, codenamed "Orbyz," two days before the event was set to begin in Boom, Belgium. Fortunately, no one was injured, but the fire was...

Read more
stayc main image

Dinner Is Served… Again! The Last Dinner Party Returns with a Grittier Feast

July 19, 2025

British baroque-pop sensation The Last Dinner Party has unveiled details of their highly anticipated second album, From the Pyre, set for release on October 17 via Island Records. Alongside the...

Read more
stayc main image

Why Gen Z Is Obsessed with a 1962 Song: A Cultural Deep-Dive

July 19, 2025

Connie Francis’s “Pretty Little Baby” was originally a B-side in 1962. Fast forward 63 years, and it’s now topping the Viral 50 and Top 50 charts, used in over 600,000 TikToks per day, and amassing...

Read more
stayc main image

SZA Calls Out AI and Environmental Racism: "Tech Can’t Ignore Pollution in Our Communities"

July 19, 2025

In a recent interview, singer-songwriter SZA reportedly linked the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) to broader systemic issues like environmental racism, urging tech companies to address the...

Read more
stayc main image

Ariana Grande Says It’s ‘Very Silly’ to Think She’s Abandoning Music Amid New Acting Roles: ‘I Plan to Sing for You All Next Year’

July 19, 2025

Ariana Grande has addressed recent rumors suggesting that she was planning to leave the music industry, calling the speculation "very silly" and reinforcing her commitment to her craft. In a candid...

Read more
stayc main image

A Love Letter to K-Pop: Why Fans Are Falling for K-Pop Demon Hunters

July 16, 2025

K-Pop Demon Hunters is bursting with passion for K-pop culture from the first scene to the final encore, which is one of the key reasons why fans adore it. The film appreciates and understands the...

Read more
stayc main image

From Studio Booth to Superstardom: Michael Sandecki's Unseen American Idol Revolution

July 16, 2025

You remember the performances – Kelly Clarkson’s star-making “Natural Woman,” Carrie Underwood’s explosive “Alone,” Adam Lambert’s haunting “Mad World.” But you’ve never heard the name Michael...

Read more
stayc main image

Some of Beyoncé’s unreleased music and set lists stolen from choreographer’s car

July 16, 2025

In a shocking turn of events, some of Beyoncé’s unreleased music and set lists were stolen from the car of one of her choreographers, sparking concerns and raising questions about security...

Read more

Post Malone's Successful Songwriting Techniques

stayc main image

Photo Source: Songwriters Hall of Fame

Here are Some Standard Steps Post Malone Uses to Make and Release His Music:

  • Songwriting and Inspiration: Post Malone often draws inspiration from his personal experiences, emotions, and the world around him. His songwriting process can start with a concept, a feeling, or a particular lyric. The thematic content of his songs varies, ranging from love and heartbreak to fame and lifestyle. He usually finds inspiration on the toilet of all places, and uses his digital notebook to jot down ideas.

  • Melody and Beat Creation: A significant aspect of his music creation involves developing catchy melodies and beats. He might start with a basic melody or a beat and then build the song around it. Malone is known for blending elements from different genres, creating a unique sound that combines hip-hop, rock, pop, and sometimes country influences.

  • Collaboration with Producers and Co-writers: Post Malone works closely with producers and co-writers who help refine his ideas and contribute to the song's development. His frequent collaborators are a who's who of thet hottest producers in the industry including Louis Bell, and Metroboomin. These collaborations can lead to the fusion of different ideas and styles, contributing to the distinctive sound of his music.

  • Laying Down Vocals: Once the basic structure of the song is in place, Malone records his vocals. Known for his distinctive vocal style, he often uses techniques like auto-tune and layering to create a unique sound. His laid-back, almost slurred vocal delivery is a signature aspect of his music.

  • Mixing and Mastering: After the recording is complete, the song goes through mixing and mastering. This is where the levels are balanced, effects are added or tweaked, and the track is polished to achieve the final sound. Post Malone is known to use high level engineers such as Mike Bozzi and Illangelo to do this work for him.

  • Feedback and Revisions: Throughout the process, Post Malone may seek feedback from his team or other trusted individuals. Based on this feedback, he might make revisions to the song, adjusting lyrics, melodies, or production elements.

His Songwriting Methods Produced Record-Breaking Achievements

Since his emergence in 2015, Post Malone has been rewriting history and blurring boundaries. With the diamond-selling “Congratulations” and back-to-back #1 debuts on the Billboard Top 200, Malone has received countless multi-Platinum certifications globally. His fourth album, "Twelve Carat Toothache," continued this trend with a Top 5 debut, leading to his largest headliner tour to date. His single "Sunflower" became the highest-certified single in RIAA history, marking him as a generational icon.

Malone's 2019 album, "Hollywood’s Bleeding," achieved triple-platinum status and dominated the Billboard Top 200, with the lead single "Circles" making history on the Hot 100. Following the success of "beerbongs & bentleys," he broke a 54-year-old record by charting nine songs in the Top 20 of the Hot 100. He has also made history with the most RIAA diamond-certified singles for any artist, holding eight diamond records as of 2023.

Post Malone's Successful Songwriting Techniquespost-malones-successful-songwriting-techniquesJanine SteelJan 22, 2024Songwriting and Inspiration: Post Malone often draws inspiration from his personal experiences, emotions, and the world around him. His songwriting process can start with a concept, a feeling...