FROM GOOD TO GREAT: HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR SONG WILL STAND OUT FROM THE START

**Can you tell if your song will stand out from the start?** Join **Jacques Mario Gentil** and **special guest Mike Macdermid** — *Songwriter, Producer & Radio Broadcaster based in the U.K., signed to Warner Chappell Music (Triple Platinum #1 Songwriter)* — for an inspiring and practical session on what separates a *good song* from a *great one.* Discover how pros spot a hit early — and how you can, too. 🗓 **Wednesday 12 November, 8:00 PM (AEDT - Melbourne/Sydney)** 🎶 *Free online Meetup for songwriters of all levels* ### 🔹 **FULL DESCRIPTION** Ever wonder why some songs *just click* while others — even well-written ones — somehow don’t connect? In this special **Songwriters Meetup presented by Magesongs**, award-winning songwriter **Jacques Mario Gentil** will reveal *how to identify early on* whether your song concept has the emotional and commercial power to stand out. You’ll discover: 🎯 The **five checkpoints** that reveal if your song idea has real traction 🪶 Why **concept comes before content** — and how great songs start with great ideas 🎧 The subtle but decisive differences between a **good song** and a **great one** ⚠️ How to recognise ***false positives*** — songs that feel strong but won’t last 🏆 Simple self-tests used by **hit writers and contest winners** to validate songs early enough in the songwriting process. And to make this Meetup even more special, we’ll welcome **guest speaker Mike Macdermid** — \*\*\*Triple Platinum #1 Songwriter, Producer & Radio Broadcaster based in the U.K., signed to Warner Chappell Music \*\*\*— who will share words of encouragement and insight into how *he knows when he’s onto something truly special, plus more...* Whether you’re a beginner, developing or an advanced songwriter, this session will sharpen your instincts, save you time, and give you tools to elevate every idea you start. *** ### 🔹 **AGENDA** 🗓 **Wednesday 12 November 2025** 🕗 **8:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Melbourne time)** 📍 *Online via Zoom – link provided after you RSVP on Eventbrite.* *You will need your FREE TICKET from [EVENTBRITE](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/from-good-to-great-how-to-know-if-your-song-will-stand-out-tickets-1945629603519?aff=oddtdtcreator) to attend.* * **8:00 PM — Welcome & Introductions** * **8:10 PM — Talk: “From Good to Great” by Jacques Gentil** * **8:45 PM — Guest: Mike Macdermid – Real-World Reflections** * **9:10 PM — Open Discussion & Q&A** * **9:25 - 10:00 PM — Networking & Closing** *** ### 🔹 **BRING ALONG** Bring one of your **unfinished songs** or even just a **title idea** — we’ll test it live against the *Good → Great* criteria. Seats are limited, so **RSVP now** and join this one-of-a-kind session that could change how you approach every song you write. Get free tickets at Eventbrite and do not forget to RSVP in Meetup here. Jacques Magesongs Mentor / Organizer Multi-Award-Winning Songwriter Get Free ticket at *[EVENTBRITE](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/from-good-to-great-how-to-know-if-your-song-will-stand-out-tickets-1945629603519?aff=oddtdtcreator)*