The chords we choose to accompany our melodies not only contribute to the flavor of our songs, they can provide some of those magical musical moments that make our songs hooky, exceptional, and unforgettable. To keep our listeners` attention we need to include hooks, elements that are catchy and memorable, not only in our choruses, but in every section of our songs-the intro, the verse, the pre-chorus, the chorus, post-chorus, and bridge. It is not uncommon for hit songs to include multiple hooks within each section. In this article we`ll explore the extent to which unexpected and unpredictable chords and key changes can be implemented to keep audiences `hooked` in. Chords make an invaluable...
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