Metal Songwriter’s Forge

Overcome Writer’s Block and Turn Your Riffs, Lyrics, & Ideas into Captivating Original Songs

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Write the Songs You Were Meant to Create

Watch how pro songwriters craft powerful rock & metal tracks from start to finish.

Does This Sound Like You?

Riff Recycler

You’ve got heavy riffs for days, but when it’s time to turn them into full songs, you get stuck. Your tracks loop endlessly without ever becoming something complete.

Creative Blocks

Your ideas are killer when they show up. But most days, it feels like your inspiration hit the brakes and left you hanging.

Lyric Doubter

You love writing lyrics, but when it comes to fitting them into your melodies or matching your vocal style, you second-guess every line.

Structure Struggler

You’ve got riffs, breakdowns, solos but no idea how to tie them together in a way that flows like a pro-level song.

Your Struggles Today vs. Your Success Tomorrow

Your Struggles Today 😔

Incomplete Songs

"I’ve got parts, but not a full song!

Everything Sounds the Same

"Everything I write sounds the same."

Forced and Awkward Lyrics

"Lyrics feel forced and out of place."

Stuck in Copy Mode

"I want to write my own music, not just copy what I hear."

No Clear Song Structure

"I don’t know how to build a complete structure."

Your Success Tomorrow 🚀

Write Complete, Professional Songs

“I write songs that sound full, tight, and original.”

Find and Own Your Unique Sound

“My music reflects my voice and my sound.”

Confidently Connect Every Element

“I connect lyrics, melodies, riffs, and transitions with confidence.”

Master Song Structure Like a Pro

“I structure songs like a seasoned metal artist.”

Finish Songs You’re Proud to Release

“I finish tracks I’m proud to release!”

What If You Could Write Fully Realized Metal Songs Start to Finish?

Imagine this: You grab your instrument, fire up your DAW, and instead of fumbling through fragments, you confidently build a killer track: intro, verse, chorus, breakdown, solo, and all. Tailored to your unique metal style.

That’s what Metal Songwriter’s Forge is here to give you:
The tools, structure, and creative mindset to write full, impactful songs. Not just riffs, not just ideas. Songs that hit hard, sound pro, and are 100% you.

Here’s What You’ll Learn Inside the Course

What You'll Master

Song Structure & Arrangement

Master the components of a complete song: Verses, Choruses, Bridges, Intros, Outros Real examples that show how these parts work together Smooth transitions that flow instead of clashing.

Riffs, Rhythms & Progressions

Learn how to write memorable riffs that build a song. Use chord progressions that feel intentional, Minor vs. Major, key changes, and how they serve your song's message.

Lyrics, Melodies & Vocals

Develop lyrical themes, rhyming structures, and vocal phrasing Build melodies that fit your vocal range and style. Get techniques specific for vocalists, from concept to cadence.

Bass & Drums: Rhythm That Drives

Learn bass and drum writing fundamentals. See how rhythm sections lock in with your riffs and lyrics. Get inside a drummer's mindset and learn programming tips too

Complete Song Breakdown & Analysis

See how a full song comes together, step by step. Watch the full creative process with theory breakdowns, riff walkthroughs, and clear examples of how each part connects.

Solos & Improvisation

Create solos that enhance your songs. Learn simple formulas and strategies that add feel, fire, and originality, and discover your unique sound as a musician.

What’s Really Holding Your Songs Back?

Every unfinished track is a dream lost

You’ve got the riffs. You’ve got the passion. But without structure, direction, and a clear creative process, your songs never reach their full potential.

Many musicians hit a wall because they’ve never been shown how to turn great ideas into complete, powerful songs. It’s not a lack of talent. it’s a lack of tools and guidance.

That’s exactly why we created Metal Songwriter’s Forge.
This course walks you through the entire songwriting journey from riffs and lyrics to structure, arrangement, and solos. You won’t just get theory or concepts, you’ll see how it all works in action, with real song breakdowns, clear examples, and practical strategies you can apply right away.

You don’t need to write like anyone else.
You just need a roadmap to bring your unique sound to life.

This course isn’t about copying a formula.

It’s about becoming the songwriter you’re meant to be.

My Promise to You

By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools and confidence to write complete songs that feel original and professional.

You’ll know how to connect your riffs, lyrics, and melodies with purpose, creating music that flows naturally and hits hard.

Most importantly, you’ll build a sound that is 100% authentically yours.

Perfect For...

Rock & Metal Musicians

who want structure and creativity to meet

Producers

looking to collaborate and build full compositions

Songwriters

who want to turn ideas into fully developed songs

Aspiring Artists

building their own original sound & creative outlet

Success Stories

★★★★★

"Finally, we have this GREAT and unique guide to metal songwriting! Making a metal songwriting course is not an easy task at all, but you guys did a great job. I already learned a lot of very useful things from this course. The theoretical approach is awesome and a good basic knowledge of music theory is a prerequisite to understand everything. Once again, this is fantastic. Finally we have this GREAT and unique guide to metal songwriting. Keep it metal!""

Mark - Studio 36

★★★★★

"It's a very detailed and excellent course. It's a very detailed excellent course I play some parts over and take notes on things I am going to use. For example the Circle of Fifths changing keys what chords fit the best is a great exercise explained by you that is easier to understand."

Steve Monk - Musician & Songwriter

★★★★★

"Brought my musical ideas to fruition. The course is awesome!! It has really helped to bring my musical ideas to fruition. It is what I have been looking for. Thanks so much!

Brent Jewart - Musician & Songwriter

★★★★★

"It helped us as a band. Metal Song Writer's Forge is amazing! It's helped us as a band so much and thank you for making this course! We are getting a lot out of it and we are getting to know more about music theory, too, so it's a great help!"

Carl - The Afflicted

Meet Ken Candelas

Ken is an audio engineering professor in New York City, teaching at SAE Institute and CUNY colleges. He is also the CEO and Co-Founder of Metal Mastermind®. Endorsed by leading brands like Antelope Audio, Audeze, Chord Electronics, and Eventide, he has worked on major productions such as Good Morning America and in studios across NYC. His expertise includes recording, mixing, mastering, post-production, and broadcast. Ken is The Mad Composer behind the metal project Homerik, drummer for Four Trips Ahead, and a member of the Hey! Audio Student Audio Educators Advisory Group, where he supports audio education and curriculum development.

CEO and Co-Founder of Metal Mastermind®
Creator of the philosophical metal project Homerik
Professional audio engineer, producer, sound designer and author
Professor of music and audio at the university level
Audio Technician for Good Morning America
Drum Tech for Mario Duplantier of Gojira and Shawn Pelton of SNL
Worked alongside Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Tesla

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Over 40 Courses & Counting
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1000s of Video Lessons
Over $5000 of value
Join Spectre Academy Discord
Private Community Access
Weekly Mentorship Meetings
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Access to newly released courses
Over 30 courses, all things music
Comprehensive Career Path Learning
Huge edu discounts for the best tools
4 Months of All Access For Free
Course Lifetime Access

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Frequently Asked Questions

What format does Metal Songwriter's Forge come in?

The format is an online course. Once you purchase Metal Songwriter’s Forge, you will get an email with instructions for immediate access.

Is Metal Songwriter's Forge good for beginner musicians?

As long as you have some level of knowledge of the basics of your instrument and/or voice, this course is actually a great place to start developing good habits when it comes to songwriting. This course is designed to help you progress further and faster.

Can I access Metal Songwriter's Forge at any time?

Yes! Once you purchase Metal Songwriter’s Forge, you will always have access to the course at any time you wish. In fact, we encourage you to go through the course multiple times as you’ll pick up new ideas each time!

I'm already a proficient songwriter and musician. Can I still benefit from Metal Songwriter's Forge?

Absolutely! Going through this course can potentially give you new ideas and also help you break out of those ruts, which we all go through, at all levels. There’s always more to learn!

How long will it take me to go through Metal Songwriter's Forge?

We recommend not rushing through the course. Focus on one lesson, or at least one module at a time. You can also go back through the course as many times as you want since you have lifetime access. There’s no time-limit, nor should there be. Allow the content in the course to speak to you in different ways each time you go through it.

What if I get stuck and need help?

When your grab this course, you will receive an invitation link to the exclusive Spectre Academy Discord and Facebook Group, where you can join and ask for help. Not only will you find our team and instructors, there are hundreds of members inside who are happy to help as well. This is an exclusive group not available to the public.

How is the course delivered?

Once you have bought the course, you can stream at any time, right from our website on our custom platform which lets you keep track of your progress and interact with your instructor.