TOTB is for you, if you:Â
- Are looking for inspiration and song prompts
 - Feel blocked by your own self-judgment and doubts
 - Feel stuck in a rut, writing the same songs over and over
 - Go long stretches without writing or feel out of practice
 - Want to get better, but don't know how
- Are looking for community
What some of our members have to say . . .Â
“I love TOTB! Writing regularly and having accountability has been key for me. It is so easy to feel motivated and inspired when surrounded by a supportive, creative, and diverse community of talented people." - Courtney Val
"Thinking Outside the Blocks has been a godsend. Not only do I learn a lot from their classes, I get pushed out of my comfort zone once a month and end up with a finished song of which I'm usually always proud." - Nate Huntley
“TOTB has been a wonderful companion in my songwriting journey. It’s been a place I can go to be among impassioned artists, a safe place I can share my work, connect with others, learn from others and grow. A place I can get unblocked and draw inspiration to write, and get unstuck from my own mental and emotional blocks. I most certainly have become a better writer and a better vessel for music by being a part of this society. So grateful to Bess & Allie for making this group possible.” - Natalie Forteza
"Not only has TOTB made me step out of my own little box, this supportive community has become a haven for my songwriting addiction. I have been amazed at the wealth of resources they give, and I truly feel enriched in my songwriting goals. Don’t miss out, you can meet your future friends and co-writers this way too!" - Susie Maddocks
What do you get when you join TOTB?
- A supportive group of likeminded songwriters who practice our craft alongside one another
- Monthly challenges called Block Busters, that are designed to inspire and grow your writing
- Access to our library catalog of educational content (theory, rhythm, lyrics, production, etc.)
- Opportunities for song feedback and co-writing
With 30+ years of experience as professional songwriters, we know what works. We want to share our tools for getting better at songwriting and enjoying the practice.
Our guest teachers and we have taught at MTSU, Berklee, SAE, The Songwriting School of Los Angeles, The Grammy Museum, and more.
We’ve released records independently and on major labels, written and performed with Ingrid Michaelson, A Great Big World, Joshua Radin, and more.
Our music has been heard in commercials for Cheerios, BT Infinity, Google, Facebook, and shows like Shameless, Charmed, Weeds, and more.
