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NEW AVANTASIA!!! LOVE IT! When to Listen: I think this is an intro song. When you’re writing the prologue or just introducing characters. 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 blog post. I have been writing for several years, have … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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I’ve said it before, Yanis Popadopoulis is a Greek God of vocals. His range is insane. When to Listen: This is a hauntingly beautiful ballad. Honestly, it’s helping me write a novella about Qira’s internal struggles after the events of The Orphans of Haven. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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I love Beast in Black. I’ve been following them since their first album and Yanis for longer than that. Highly recommend this band. When to Listen: General playlist. This song has a ton of adrenaline-inducing power to it and keeps me motivated to write.v Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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I love Beast in Black. Nothing else need be said. This album is epic!!! When to listen: General playlist. It’s pure energy. I love it! 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 blog post. I have been writing for … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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So… battle beast is a very 80s style of Metal, though you might not be able to tell from this song. Their lead singer is… something else. When to listen: This is a conflict song. I use it when writing a fight or argument between two characters. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Admittedly, I’m not big on the voice of the lead singer. He kind of put me off the band for a while. The release of the album ‘The Last Stand’ changed all that. These songs are amazing and it’s hard for me to resist a band with good music where the subject matter is history! When to listen: World building. Sabaton likes to tell … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Here’s another one from Sabaton. When to listen: Same as before. World building. Sabaton likes to tell stories in their songs that deal in historical events and groups of people. It’s a unique type of metal that is great for brainstorming. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Found this one online not too long ago. It’s soft, relaxing, and is pretty well done. When to listen: Simply put, this is something to listen to when you need to unwind. I wouldn’t necessarily use it while writing, but perhaps just as a way to detox after. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Not metal, but given where most of our music comes from, metalheads should appreciate this. This song is extremely old and has a lot of history to it. It is hauntingly beautiful and relaxing. Everything sounds better in Swiss. When to listen: Honestly, I use it when brainstorming or when relaxing between writing sessions. It really is a song that can be used in multiple … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Sabaton kind of reminds me of the Dropkick Murphys with this song, but it’s still a good one. When to listen: Charged with positive energy, so I’d say during writing fatigue. It’s a good way to recharge while still getting some inspiration. Readers, Do you have a question about writing, publishing, my stories, etc? Please feel free to post a comment or email me. … Read More From My Writing Playlist
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Yeah, no Heavy Metal playlist is complete without at least 5 songs by Dragonforce. This song is pure adrenaline. It makes you feel good, it’s upbeat, and I love it. When to Listen: Well, it’s on my general playlist and I like to listen to it whenever, but if you’re looking for a specific time to listen to it… burnout. I’m not kidding. … Read More From My Writing Playlist #Writing #Author #Advice
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Wynnona Earp brought me to this one. I love it. When to listen: This for me is a final fight or struggle song. It’s pure power and positive energy, but it works for that. 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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