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Hook Line and Music

Guild Me Through It

Let us guide you — step by step, song by song.

Guild Me Through It is your guide to writing, and to getting your music out into the world. Whether you are just starting your first song, or you have been writing for years, this page will help guide you through it.

Your guide to writing

From finding your hook, to building your lines, to finishing a song you are proud to share.

How to start a song, and how to finish one

Writing a hook that sticks

Writing lyrics, melody, and charts

Protecting your songs, and understanding copyright and royalties

What to do next, once your song is written

Connect with local guilds

  • Find a local guild or writers' group near you
  • Connect with other writers, learn together, and write together
  • Join a community that understands the songwriter's journey

Verified local guilds and groups are being added soon.

Videos from professionals

Songwriters, singers, producers, and others who have done this before and want to help guide you.

  • Watch professionals talk about writing, recording, and performing
  • Learn tips, techniques, and lessons from people who live music every day
  • New videos added as professionals join Hook Line and Music

Pro videos are on the way.

Get your music online — and everywhere else

  • Sign up with distribution companies to release your music online
  • Get your music to streaming services, stores, and platforms where listeners can find it
  • Learn about registering your songs, and connecting with performing rights organizations

Sign-up links for verified distribution partners are coming soon.

A spectacular ending — and a brand new beginning

So glad you made the choice to let us be a part of your music journey.

You did not just join a website. You joined a community of writers and singers who believe that a great song — a true, heartfelt, authentic song — can change a life, lift a heart, and be sung around the world.

From your first hook, to your first line, to your first recording, to the moment someone hears your song and says, “That is my song too” — we are here with you, guiding you through it, every step of the way.

So write it. Sing it. Share it. Record it. Let the world hear it.

Right hook, tight lines, a catchy name — music that the world will sing.

Welcome to Hook Line and Music. Your journey starts now — and we are so glad you are here.