by Jim
This beautiful power ballad brings a tear to my eye every time. It has everything an 80s hair metal band would have and more. Definitely one of the band’s stronger songs. When to Listen: Eh… I mean there are two places I suppose you could. One could make the argument that this could be a […]
by Jim
An oldie, but goodie from an old school band. I know, not metal, but worth a listen. 80s forever! When to listen: I would say relationship building, or perhaps after the loss of a loved one in the story where the character would be reflecting on their memories Good luck, and may the schwartz be with you. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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A new dragonforce song… I admit I’m a little off on this one, but it is starting to grow on me. When to listen: I personally like this one on the general playlist. It really speaks to me as I work on world building and characters, but it also has a lot of pure positive energy to boot. Readers, Do you have a question about … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Another new dragonforce song… they really have changed their style… It’s not a bad thing, but… well… I dunno. I’ll have to wait and see how this grows on me. When to listen: This is my coffee. I listen to songs like this to start driving me to get going. I literally listen to songs like this when I’m worn out, or just getting up, … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Before you ask, no I do not speak Mongolian. However, I like the idea of combining traditional Mongolian throat singing with Heavy Metal. It seems like an almost logical fit. When to listen: I don’t even really know what this song is about. So… if you do, feel free to let me know. This is general playlist for me, though the menacing tone could … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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I’m not huge into pop music. I’m just going to throw that out there, but something about this song’s catchy tune drew me in and it got stuck in my head. When to listen: Meh… general playlist I guess? That’s where I have it. I suppose it could be used during the heroes quest. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Yay!!! New Amaranthe! When to listen: This is a climactic battle song. Use this when writing the big final boss fight in your story. Absolute good vs. evil or whatever degree you’re using. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. jimthewritingwizard@gmail.com I’ll use those comments to select my next … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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One off the newest Avantasia album… it’s haunting, to say the least. When to listen: Plot building. This is a great song if you’re looking to build a plot line into your story or even if you’re just looking to brainstorm what to right next! Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Not really on my playlist, but too good NOT to share. If ‘Masked Singer’ gives us nothing else… it gave us music legend Patti Labelle singing one of the best songs from Heart, one of the best ballad bands from the 80s. I’m satisfied with that! When to listen: Stop writing, sit back and enjoy, because this is something we’re not likely to get … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Love the original… love this version even more. Minniva’s growl is incredible! When to Listen: This is bad guy music. No way around it. You’re writing your villain to this song. Tell me you couldn’t see imperial stormtroopers marching to this! Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. jimthewritingwizard@gmail.com I’ll … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Music #Writing #Advice
by Jim
Not metal, but I don’t care. Anne Wilson is one of the greatest female vocalists of all time and deserves honorable mention here. When to Listen: This is a hero song. Listen to this while writing up your hero. Think of it like the end of a classic 80s action flick. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Music #Writing #Advice
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Okay, despite the description… I’m not certain if this can be considered metal. I’ll leave that one to the readers. To me, it’s something more along the lines of 80s Rock taken to epic levels. When to Listen: I admit, I just stumbled across this. I’m a big fan of Jonathan Young for the covers he does of villain songs. (Songs you don’t think … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Music #Writing #Advice
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