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How to Produce Pop Songs in the Style of Olivia Rodrigo

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Overview

Learn to write and produce a contemporary pop song through this detailed 23-minute video tutorial that breaks down the complete production process from start to finish. Follow along with step-by-step instructions covering bassline creation, drum programming, guitar arrangements, verse structuring, chorus development, and synth layering. Master professional vocal production techniques including chain setup, harmonies, and signature vocal pad effects. Gain practical mixing insights for drums and guitars, while exploring the essential elements of modern pop songwriting and arrangement. Includes a full song demonstration and comprehensive walkthrough of each production stage, from initial composition to final mix.

Syllabus

Intro
Coming Up With A Bassline
Laying Out Drums
Adding In Guitar
Structuring A Verse
Verse Guitars and Tones
Turn Around Into Chorus
Laying Out The Chorus
Adding In Synths For Movement
Creating The Song Intro
Writing Like Olivia Rodrigo
Verse Vocal Chain
Additional Verse Vocals
Olivia Rodrigo Style Vocal Pads
Chorus Vocal Production
Post Chorus
Drum Mixing Tips
Guitar Buss Mixing
Full Song Listen Through
Outro
I Shouldn't Actually Be Telling You This

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