Challenge · 5 Days · Intermediate

5-Day Catalog Cohesion Audit

Strengthen your catalog's connective tissue to fuel organic discovery.

This challenge guides you through auditing one of your back-catalog songs for its emotional and thematic core, then using AI to brainstorm a 'sequel' song that expands your musical universe.

The plan, day by day

  1. Day 1Select one mid-tier song from your back catalog. Write a one-paragraph summary of its core story and intended feeling.
  2. Day 2Pressure-test its Emotional Resonance. Play the song for a trusted peer without context. Ask them to describe the feeling it evokes in three words. Compare their response to your intention.
  3. Day 3Use an AI tool to expand the song's world. Prompt it: 'Based on these lyrics [paste lyrics], suggest three potential song concepts for a 'spiritual sequel' that explores what happens next.'
  4. Day 4Choose the most compelling AI-generated concept. Write a single verse and chorus for this new song idea, focusing on maintaining the emotional through-line from the original track.
  5. Day 5Post the original song and your new verse/chorus in the Skool community. Ask for feedback on whether the new idea feels like a natural extension of your catalog.
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