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title: "FAQ - Song Review Questions Answered | Song Refiners"
description: "Answers to the most common Song Refiners questions: how scoring works, what a review includes, credit pricing, turnaround times, and song ownership."
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        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What exactly is Song Refiners?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Song Refiners gives you honest, detailed feedback on your original songs—the kind you'd get from a trusted industry mentor, not your friends who just say \"sounds great!\" We analyze your lyrics, melody, hooks, structure, and production, then score each area so you know exactly what's working and what needs work. Think of us as your personal song coach helping you craft songs with real commercial value. It all starts at just $1 per song, and your first review is free."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How is this different from asking friends or posting in Facebook groups?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Your friends want to support you, so they'll say it's amazing even when it's not. Facebook groups with other songwriters are echo chambers - everyone posts their songs for feedback and nobody gets any. Song Refiners gives you structured, scored feedback across 7 categories with specific suggestions for improvement. No sugarcoating, no random opinions. Just honest analysis of what makes your song work (or not) and exactly how to make it better. We're 100% honest because that's the only way you actually improve."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Is this just for professional songwriters?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Not at all! Whether you've written 5 songs or 500, our feedback helps you level up. Beginners get clear guidance on songwriting fundamentals. Experienced writers get fresh ears on their work and catch blind spots they've missed. We tailor feedback to YOUR genre—country, pop, rock, hip-hop, Christian, whatever you write. The goal is simple: help you craft songs that connect with listeners and have real commercial potential. Every songwriter deserves honest, expert feedback."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What do I actually get in a review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You get scored feedback across 6 key areas: lyrics, melody, hooks, structure, emotional impact, and production quality. Each score comes with specific commentary explaining what's working and what could be stronger. You'll also get an overall assessment with actionable next steps. After your review, you can dive deeper with our coaching chat to ask follow-up questions. It's like having a songwriting mentor in your pocket who's heard thousands of songs and knows what works."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do I get anything free when I sign up?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! New users receive 1 free credit automatically at signup—no coupon code needed. Plus, your very first song submission is automatically upgraded to a Deep Dive Review (normally 3 credits) for free—you'll get your feedback in minutes instead of waiting an hour!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Why don't I just use AI myself?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You could, but here's the thing—AI only knows what you tell it. Song Refiners was built by Keith Mohr, a 30+ year music industry veteran, songwriter and producer. Our system uses proprietary prompts refined over thousands of reviews, scoring your song against real industry standards. It's not just AI—it's decades of experience teaching AI exactly what record labels, publishers, and music supervisors actually look for. Plus, you get structured scores, coaching sessions, and pitch pages. That's a complete songwriter toolkit, not just a chatbot answer."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do you analyze music produced by AI?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Absolutely! We understand there are many different ways to employ AI tools in the songwriting process. You could use 100% AI for lyrics and music, and we'll still find ways to help you refine the song. Here's the thing: AI makes a lot of good, but very little great. AI excels at generic lyrics and music, but truly great songs still come from human creativity, emotion, and intent. During the submission chat, just tell the chatbot honestly which parts are yours and which came from AI tools — that's what calibrates the review for the most accurate, personalized feedback."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "I think my songs are already great - why would I have you give me feedback?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "If you genuinely believe your songs are perfect, that's actually a red flag worth examining. Here's an uncomfortable truth: the songwriters who improve fastest are the ones who want to find weaknesses. The ones who plateau are the ones who stop looking. Working alone in your creative bubble—listening to your songs hundreds of times, falling deeper in love with every note—is natural. But it's also dangerous. Your ears adapt. You stop hearing what's actually there and start hearing what you intended. Industry gatekeepers don't have that emotional investment. They hear your song cold, once, for about 30 seconds before deciding. Song Refiners gives you that outsider perspective before you pitch to labels, publishers, or supervisors. Even Keith, who's been writing and producing for 30+ years, runs his own songs through the system. Not because he lacks confidence—but because he knows fresh ears catch what familiar ears miss. If your song truly is perfect, the review will confirm it. If it's not, wouldn't you rather know now?"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Is my song safe? Will AI train on my music?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Your songs are 100% safe and private. We do NOT use your music to train AI models—ever. Your audio and lyrics are analyzed only to generate YOUR review, then stored securely in your personal account. You retain full ownership and copyright. We never share, sell, or expose your unreleased material. Think of it like showing a song to a trusted mentor in a private room—the conversation stays between you. Your creative work is sacred, and we treat it that way."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I get started?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Super easy! Sign up free at songrefiners.com—no credit card needed. Get your first Deep Dive Review completely free. Just upload your song (MP3 or lyrics-only), tell us your genre, and we'll deliver detailed feedback within minutes. After that, reviews are just $1 each, imagine that! Most songwriters are shocked at how much they learn from just one honest review. Ready to refine your songs?"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do you guys use AI? If so, how?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes — and it's truly next-level! Our custom-trained AI actually listens to your song, not just your lyrics, and gives real, insightful feedback on your production and performance. It's built just for songwriters, combining smart tech with a human touch. This isn't just ChatGPT for music — it's a game changer. Check out the demo and see how powerful it feels to get feedback that really understands your song."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How much does it cost?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Credits start at $1 each with volume discounts! Buy 10 credits for $10, 20 for $18 (10% off), 30 for $26 (13% off), 40 for $34 (15% off), 50 for $40 (20% off), or our best value: 100 credits for $75 (25% off at just $0.75/credit)."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are the two review types?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "We offer two review types: Full Song Review (submit audio + lyrics for complete production and songwriting feedback) and Lyrics-Only Review (submit just your lyrics for focused songwriting critique). Both cost the same credits and deliver within the same timeframe."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What do I need for a Full Song Review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You need an audio file of your song (MP3 or M4A format) and the complete lyrics. Both are required for an accurate review—except for Instrumentals, which only require the audio file."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What do I need for a Lyrics-Only Review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Just your song title, genre, lyrics, and a brief story arc describing what your song is about (up to 500 characters). No audio file needed — perfect for getting feedback before you record!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What does the submission chat ask?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "After uploading your song and lyrics, you'll have a short conversation with our AI assistant. It asks about your backstory, how you created your lyrics and music, your genre/style, and whether you want a full review or production-only focus. This chat takes about 2 minutes and directly shapes how personalized your review will be — the more detail you share, the better your feedback!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Review Focus?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Review Focus lets you choose between 'Full Review' (songwriting + production feedback) or 'Production-Only Review' (focuses only on production and arrangement, not lyrics). Production-Only is great for revisions where you only changed the arrangement, or for instrumentals where you want targeted production feedback."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is the Review Lens?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Review Lens lets you choose the perspective for your entire review. **Commercial Potential** evaluates your song through a market-readiness lens — radio appeal, sync licensing potential, hook memorability for mass appeal, and genre positioning. **Songwriting Craft** removes all commercial bias and focuses purely on the writing — lyrical imagery, emotional authenticity, melodic inventiveness, and artistic originality. Your chosen lens shapes scoring tone, coaching questions, AI Song Coach behavior, and Showcase recommendations. Commercial unlocks industry opportunities (sync contacts, labels, playlist curators); Craft unlocks songwriting contests, communities, and creative growth resources."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How long until I get my review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Standard reviews are delivered within minutes. Deep Dive Reviews (3 credits) are also processed within minutes, with priority in the queue, and you'll receive an email notification when your review is ready. This applies to both Full Song and Lyrics-Only reviews."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do you accept cover songs?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No, Song Refiners is exclusively for original songs only. Cover songs are not accepted. Our reviews are designed to help you improve your original songwriting and production skills."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I submit an instrumental (no vocals)?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Select 'Instrumental' as your genre and we'll evaluate your music on melody/hook memorability, arrangement, production quality, emotional arc, and sync licensing potential. No lyrics required—just upload your audio and we'll focus entirely on the music."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is a credit?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "A credit is the currency for all Song Refiners services. Use them for: Standard Reviews (1 credit), Deep Dive Reviews (3 credits), Text Coaching (1 credit per session), and Keith's Take (25 credits for a personal review from our founder)."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do credits work?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Purchase credits upfront, then use them to submit songs for review. Credits are deducted when you submit a song, not when the review is completed."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do credits expire?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Purchased credits never expire—use them whenever you're ready. Monthly membership credits do NOT roll over; use them before your next billing cycle. Yearly membership credits (600 deposited up front) are good for your full 1-year term, and any unused credits expire at the end of that year."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is a Deep Dive Review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "A Deep Dive Review (3 credits) gives you 50% more detailed feedback, 8-10 section-specific insights, enhanced coaching, and priority processing — your review starts immediately. Refinery members get this enhanced depth on every review automatically at just 1 credit!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I buy more credits later?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Absolutely! You can top off your credits anytime from your dashboard or the 'Buy Credits' link in your sidebar. Take advantage of volume discounts—buy more, save more!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Are credits refundable?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No, all credit purchases are final and non-refundable. If you delete your account or cancel, any unused credits are forfeited. Purchased credits never expire, so there's no rush to use them—purchase only what you need."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I earn free credits?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Rate and leave feedback on 5 of your reviews, and we'll gift you 1 free credit as a thank-you. Your progress is tracked on each review page, so you can see how close you are to earning your reward. You can also earn credits through our Refiners Collective referral program!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What do I receive in a Full Song Review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You get 6 scored categories plus an overall score (each 1-100), detailed written feedback for each category, Timeline Insights with timestamped observations, an Action Plan with specific next steps, and a closing summary."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What do I receive in a Lyrics-Only Review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You get 5 scored categories focused on songwriting craft: Overall Lyrical Craft, Title Score, First Line / Hook Score, Lyrics Score, and Arrangement Score. Plus Line-by-Line Insights calling out specific lyrics, an Action Plan, and guidance for taking your lyrics to full production."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are the scored categories for Full Song Reviews?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You receive 6 scored categories plus an overall score: 1) Title Score (effectiveness and memorability), 2) First Line / Hook Score (opening hook strength and melodic memorability), 3) Lyrics Score (storytelling and imagery), 4) Arrangement Score (structure and flow), 5) Production/Performance Score (mix quality for produced tracks, or vocal/instrumental delivery for demos), 6) Commercial Potential (pitch-readiness, market opportunities, and sync/placement viability in your genre), plus an Overall Score. Note: Instrumental submissions use alternate categories focused on melody, arrangement, production, emotional arc, sync potential, and commercial viability."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How are Lyrics-Only Reviews scored?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "We evaluate your lyrics against 10 songwriting principles — hook strength, chronological verse progression, show-don't-tell imagery, authentic emotion, rhythmic rhyme schemes, tension escalation, fresh verses, brevity, turnaround endings, and overall refinement. No production score, since there's no audio to evaluate."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What genres are supported?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Every genre imaginable! During submission, our conversational AI asks you to describe your style in your own words—'alternative hip hop with old-school drumming and jazz/funk elements' works just as well as 'Country.' Your description is mapped to a core genre for scoring context, but the full nuance of your style shapes your entire review. Whether you write lo-fi bedroom pop, Afrobeat fusion, or something that doesn't have a name yet, we've got you covered."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is \"100% Honest\" feedback?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Most feedback you'll get on a song is filtered — friends want to support you, online groups are full of people waiting their turn to post. Song Refiners doesn't have that filter. If something needs work, we tell you, and we explain why. The goal is to help you improve, not to make you feel good for ten minutes."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are Timeline Insights vs Line-by-Line Insights?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Full Song Reviews include Timeline Insights with timestamped observations (e.g., 'At 1:32, the bridge transition feels abrupt'). Lyrics-Only Reviews include Line-by-Line Insights that quote specific lyrics and explain what's working or needs improvement."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is an Action Plan?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Your review includes 3-5 specific, actionable recommendations to improve your song. Each suggestion is practical and directly tied to your song's unique characteristics — whether it's a full song or lyrics-only submission."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "🧪 What is the Alchemy section in my review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Alchemy is the craft-nerd breakdown included on every Deep Dive (3-credit) and Double Fire (Refinery member) review. It tears your song apart and shows you the math behind what works: line-by-line syllable counts for every section, rhyme maps, word/vocab stats, a graphed melody contour (roller coaster or railroad track?), hook math, tempo & energy curves, production geekery (key, stereo width, frequency balance), genre DNA percentages, an Ear-Worm Score with the drivers behind it, and an Emotional Impact breakdown (core emotion, arc, vulnerability, gut-punch moment). It's the hidden formulas that turn raw song material into gold."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "When should I use Lyrics-Only Review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Use Lyrics-Only Review when you want feedback on your songwriting BEFORE recording. It's perfect for evaluating your lyrics, story arc, hook strength, and structure without investing time or money in production. Once you're happy with your lyrics, record the song and submit for a Full Song Review!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How does the AI know what my song is about?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "During the submission chat, our AI asks you to share your song's backstory—the concept, emotion, or story you're trying to convey. This context helps tailor your review so the feedback reflects whether your lyrics and music achieve your creative goals."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do you know if I used AI tools?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "During submission, our chatbot asks how you created your lyrics and music—what tools you used and how hands-on you were. This isn't a judgment; it helps the AI calibrate feedback. For AI-generated songs, it focuses on your creative direction and arrangement choices rather than traditional songwriting critique."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What does 'AI Generated' mean?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "For Full Song Reviews, select this when your song was created using AI music tools like Suno, Udio, or AIODE. Our AI will focus on your creative direction, arrangement choices, and how well you've used the AI tool's capabilities — without penalizing you for AI-inherent production limitations."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What if my music was AI-generated but I modified it in my DAW?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "We ask this! If you used AI tools (like Suno or Udio) but then edited the audio in a DAW, you can note that during submission. The AI will credit your post-production work in the review."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What's the difference between Production and Potential scoring?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "For produced tracks (AI-Generated or traditionally recorded), we score 'Production' — mix quality, sound design, and sonic polish. For rough demos (work tapes, phone recordings, early-stage ideas), this becomes 'Potential' — a creative direction roadmap with specific guidance on instrumentation, production style, and next steps. Lyrics-Only Reviews skip this category entirely since there's no audio to evaluate."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is revision tracking?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "When you resubmit a revised version of a song, you can link it to the original submission. This lets you compare scores across versions and track your improvement over time. Works for both Full Song and Lyrics-Only submissions!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What happens if my revision scores lower than the original?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Each version is tracked independently on the Charts. Lower-scoring revisions don't automatically replace higher-scoring ones—your highest-scoring version stays on the leaderboard. You control which versions appear via the 'Make Public' toggle on each review."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I delete old versions of my songs?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You cannot manually delete song submissions, but audio files for older revisions (2+ versions back) are automatically cleaned up to save storage while preserving your scores and review text. To hide a song from the public Charts, simply toggle off 'Make Public' on that review."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I download my review?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Every review can be exported as a professional PDF document that includes all scores, feedback, insights, and your action plan — for both Full Song and Lyrics-Only reviews."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is the Progress Dashboard?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Once you have 2+ completed reviews, your dashboard shows visual score trends, improvement percentages, and identifies your strongest and weakest categories across all submissions."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I share my review on social media?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Every review has a shareable link you can post on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, or anywhere else. Just toggle 'Make Public' on your review and copy the unique URL. For Full Song Reviews, you can also enable 'Include Audio Player' so visitors can listen to your song right on the review page!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do you send email notifications?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! You'll receive an email when your review is complete with a direct link to view it in your dashboard."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are the Charts?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Charts is our public leaderboard showcasing the top-rated reviews. When you make your review public, it's automatically ranked by overall score against other public submissions. Both Full Song and Lyrics-Only reviews can appear on the Charts!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I get my song on the Charts?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Simply toggle 'Make Public' on any of your completed reviews from the review page. Your submission will appear on the Charts ranked by its overall score. For Full Song Reviews, you can also enable 'Include Audio Player' so visitors can listen directly on the leaderboard!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I get a higher ranking on the Charts?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Your ranking is based solely on your overall score. To improve your ranking: revise and resubmit your song to get a higher score, or submit new songs and add your highest-scoring ones to the Charts. The Charts can be filtered by genre and time period."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is The Generator?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Generator transforms your lyrics-only submissions into complete song demos. After submitting lyrics for review, you can generate two unique AI-powered audio versions (Version A and B) to hear how your words sound as real music—all for just 1 credit. It's the fastest way to bring your lyrics to life before investing in professional production."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How does The Generator work?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "After submitting a lyrics-only review, access The Generator from your review page. Add a style prompt describing your desired sound (genre, mood, tempo, instruments), accept the demo-use agreement, and click Generate. Within minutes, you'll have two unique audio versions to compare. Each generation creates both Version A and B in a single credit."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is a style prompt?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "A style prompt is your creative direction for the AI. Describe the sound you want: 'upbeat country with acoustic guitar and female vocals' or 'moody R&B with piano and soft drums.' The more specific you are about genre, mood, tempo, and instruments, the better your results. You can also add negative tags to exclude elements you don't want."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I use my generated audio commercially?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No. Generator outputs are licensed for demo and refinement purposes only. They're perfect for hearing how your lyrics sound as music, sharing with collaborators, or inspiring your professional production—but you cannot sell, distribute, or monetize them on streaming platforms."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I refine my generated audio further?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! After generating, use the 'Refine Lyrics' button to send your audio to The Catalyst for audio-to-audio regeneration. This creates a powerful workflow: write lyrics → generate demo → refine with Catalyst → submit as revision. Keep iterating until you've crafted exactly the sound you're imagining."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Where do I find my generations?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "All your generated audio appears in 'My Song Generations' in your dashboard sidebar. Each generation shows both versions (A and B) with full playback controls, and you can re-generate new versions or refine them further from there."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "I changed my lyrics and hit Generate, but the audio didn't reflect my changes. What happened?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Generator always creates brand-new songs from scratch — it does NOT modify or update previous audio. If you edited the lyrics in the text box and hit Generate, you got two completely new musical versions (which may sound nothing like the previous ones). If your goal was to keep the melody you liked and just update the lyrics, you need The Catalyst instead. The Catalyst uses your existing audio as a reference and regenerates it with your updated lyrics. Workflow: update your lyrics → submit a new review → click The Catalyst button on that review."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is The Catalyst?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Catalyst is our AI song regeneration feature that lets you create new audio versions of your reviewed songs using Suno-powered AI. Your original music serves as a cover reference while you edit lyrics, adjust style tags, and generate fresh takes—all without leaving Song Refiners."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How does regeneration work?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Upload your original audio as a reference, edit your lyrics if desired, add style tags (genre, mood, instruments), set negative tags for what to avoid, and choose a vocal gender. The AI generates a new audio version that maintains your song's essence while exploring new directions."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How much does regeneration cost?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Each generation costs 1 credit ($1). You can generate as many versions as you like—experiment freely! If a generation fails, your credit is automatically refunded."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I use my generated audio commercially?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No. All Catalyst generations are licensed for refinement use only. You may download them to inspire your professional production or create covers in other AI applications, but you cannot sell, distribute, or monetize them on streaming platforms. This protects the platform and aligns with AI music licensing standards."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are style tags and negative tags?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Style tags describe what you want (e.g., 'upbeat pop, acoustic guitar, female vocals'). Negative tags describe what to avoid (e.g., 'autotune, heavy drums'). These help the AI generate exactly the sound you're imagining."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I submit my generation as a new revision?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Click 'Get New Review' on any completed generation to submit it as a revision of your original song. The system auto-populates the submission form with your regenerated audio, title, and lyrics."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What audio formats are supported for regeneration?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Any audio file you've previously submitted for review works as a reference. The AI generates MP3 output that you can stream or download for refinement purposes."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I access The Catalyst?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "After any completed audio review, click the 'Refine' button (flame icon) next to your song in the dashboard, or access it from your review page. The Catalyst opens with your original audio, lyrics, and feedback pre-loaded."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "When should I use The Catalyst vs The Generator?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Use The Catalyst when you want to keep the music/melody you already have and just tweak the lyrics. Use The Generator when you want completely fresh musical versions from scratch. Important: The Catalyst works best for small lyric changes. If you're doing a major rewrite (adding/removing lots of syllables), finalize your lyrics first via a Lyrics-Only Review, then use The Generator to create new musical options."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Live Text Coaching?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Live Text Coaching lets you chat with the reviewer who analyzed your song in a text-based conversation. Ask follow-up questions, explore specific feedback, and get personalized guidance. Deep Dive and Double Fire reviews include the first 10 messages FREE — after that, it's 1 credit for each additional 10 messages. On Standard reviews, each 10-message session costs 1 credit."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Song Coach?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Song Coach is general songwriting coaching without needing a submitted song first. Access it from your dashboard to brainstorm ideas, discuss songwriting techniques, get advice on song structure, and explore new creative directions. Each session is 1 credit."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I appeal my review scores?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! During coaching sessions, you can explain your creative intent and the reasoning behind your artistic choices. If you make a compelling case, the AI coach can reconsider and adjust scores. All adjustments are tracked and displayed transparently on your review."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Where do I find my past coaching sessions?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "All your coaching sessions are saved in the 'My Coaching History' section of your dashboard, with the full conversation history for each session."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Song Forge?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Song Forge is your personal coach who guides you through a structured songwriting process—from initial concept to polished lyrics. Unlike AI tools that write FOR you, Song Forge asks the right questions so YOU find the words. Walk through 5 phases: Concept → Title & Hook → Structure → Verse Development → Polish. Each session gives you 10 exchanges for just 1 credit."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Does Song Forge write my lyrics?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No — and this is important. Song Forge NEVER writes, suggests, or generates lyrics for you. It's a guided conversation that asks probing questions to help YOU develop YOUR ideas, imagery, and emotions into lyrics. Think of it like a co-writing session where your partner has a notepad and keeps asking 'what do you mean by that?' and 'how does that feel?' Every word in your song comes from you. Your songs are 100% yours."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How is Song Forge different from Song Coach?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Song Coach is general songwriting advice and Q&A—great for brainstorming or discussing techniques. Song Forge is a guided co-writing experience with a structured 5-phase process designed to help you develop actual lyrics from scratch. Think of Song Coach as your mentor and Song Forge as your writing partner."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What happens when my Song Forge session ends?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "When your session wraps up, you'll get two options: submit your lyrics for a Lyrics-Only Review (to get scored feedback on what you just wrote) or send them to The Generator to create a full audio demo. Your session is also saved so you can revisit it anytime from Dashboard → Coaching & Collab → Song Forge History."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I revisit my past Song Forge sessions?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Every Song Forge session is saved in your Song Forge History (Dashboard → Coaching & Collab → Song Forge History). You can review the full conversation, see the lyrics you developed, and pick up where you left off creatively."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Keith's Take?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Keith's Take is a premium service (25 credits) where Song Refiners founder Keith Mohr personally listens to your song, reviews your AI feedback, and sends you a personal message with his honest opinion. With 30+ years in the music industry—running studios, discovering artists like Kelsea Ballerini, and creating with AI himself—Keith provides real-world insights you won't get anywhere else. It's like having a veteran A&R exec in your corner."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I request Keith's Take?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "After your song review is complete, you'll see the Keith's Take option at the bottom of your review page. Click to request it (25 credits), and Keith will personally review your song and AI feedback, then send you his thoughts via your dashboard Messages. It's not automated—Keith actually listens to your song and gives you his honest take."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is 1-on-1 Consulting?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "1-on-1 Consulting is a personal 30-minute Google Meet session with Keith Mohr, Song Refiners founder and 30+ year music industry veteran. Get personalized career advice, song feedback, or guidance on your music journey. Sessions are $99 and available to registered users."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I book a consulting session?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Navigate to the 'Consulting' section in your dashboard sidebar. View available time slots (evening hours, Central/Nashville timezone), select your preferred slot, add any notes about what you'd like to discuss, and complete payment. You'll receive confirmation with your Google Meet link."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is The Refinery membership?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Refinery is our monthly membership — $29.99/mo, month to month, cancel anytime, no contract. It includes 50 credits per month, Double Fire enhanced reviews, automatic Deep Dive depth on every review at just 1 credit each, weekly live meetups with Keith Mohr, My Pitches feature, The Showcase (AI-powered industry opportunities for 90+ songs), Hit Songs Radio consideration, and exclusive member benefits. It's designed for serious songwriters who want to take their craft to the next level."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What's included in The Refinery membership?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Members receive 50 credits every month (a $50 value), automatic Deep Dive depth on every review at only 1 credit each (vs 3 for non-members), Double Fire enhanced reviews with 50% more depth, access to My Pitches for creating professional pitch pages, The Showcase (auto-generated industry opportunities for songs scoring 90+), weekly Tuesday meetups with Keith at 7PM Central, automatic submission to Hit Songs Radio, and exclusive member-only features as we release them. It's $29.99/mo — month to month, cancel anytime, no contract, and 50 credits works out to about $0.60 per review."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do members get Deep Dive Reviews?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Every review for a Refinery member automatically receives Deep Dive enhanced depth at just 1 credit—no extra charge. While non-members pay 3 credits for Deep Dive Reviews, members get them included at the regular 1-credit rate. Your songs get reviewed with premium depth and priority processing, every single time. This applies to revisions too—members pay just 1 credit for enhanced revisions instead of the standard 3 credits!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Double Fire?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Double Fire is our exclusive member benefit that supercharges every review you receive. When you're a Refinery member, the AI automatically provides 50% more detailed feedback in every category, 8-10 section-specific insights (vs 4-6 standard), 5-7 actionable next steps (vs 3-5 standard), and a 'Double Fire Deep Dive' with genre-specific industry wisdom. We've turned up the heat to take your song from 14 to 24 karat!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "🧪 What is the Alchemy section?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Alchemy is the craft-nerd breakdown included on every Double Fire (Refinery member) and Deep Dive (3-credit) review. It tears your song apart and shows you the math behind what works: line-by-line syllable counts for every section, rhyme maps, word/vocab stats, a graphed melody contour (roller coaster or railroad track?), hook math, tempo & energy curves, production geekery (key, stereo width, frequency balance), genre DNA percentages, and an Ear-Worm Score with the drivers behind it. It's the hidden formulas that turn raw song material into gold."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Am I locked into a contract?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No. Refinery is $29.99/mo, month to month. Cancel anytime — there's no contract, no annual commitment, and no cancellation fee. Your benefits run through the end of the period you already paid for."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do membership credits roll over?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No, membership credits do NOT roll over. You receive 50 fresh credits on each monthly billing date, and any unused credits from the previous month are forfeited. On the yearly plan, all 600 credits are deposited up front and are good for your full 1-year term — unused credits expire at the end of that year. Purchased and earned credits never expire."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I cancel my membership anytime?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Cancel anytime with no commitment or hidden fees. Your membership benefits continue until the end of your current billing period. When the membership ends, any remaining membership credits (monthly or yearly) are forfeited — purchased and earned credits stay in your account."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I resume a canceled membership?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! If you canceled but you're still within your billing period, you can click 'Resume Membership' in your dashboard to reactivate. You'll continue at your locked-in rate without interruption."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What happens to my credits when I cancel?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Purchased and earned credits (contest wins, Super Refiner, referrals, Frequent Refiner, 90 Challenge, gifts) stay in your account and never expire. Membership credits — the monthly 50 or the yearly 600 — are forfeited when your membership ends."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "When are the Refinery Meetups?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Weekly meetups are held every Tuesday at 7:00 PM Central Time (US). They're hosted by Keith Mohr on Google Meet."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What happens at the weekly meetups?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Keith Mohr leads discussions on songwriting craft, provides live feedback on member songs, answers questions about the music industry, and facilitates networking among fellow Refiners. It's a supportive community session where you can learn from others and share your journey."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I join a Refinery Meetup?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "In your dashboard, go to 'Refinery Meetups' in the sidebar. You'll see a countdown to the next meetup and a 'Join This Week's Meetup' button that opens the Google Meet link. Members only!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Is there a free trial?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "We don't offer a free trial, but you can try Song Refiners risk-free by purchasing credits for individual reviews before committing to a membership. This lets you experience the value before subscribing."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Hit Songs Radio?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Hit Songs Radio is a site we created to promote the very best songs submitted by our members of Song Refiners. To submit your songs, sign up as a Member, then add your best songs to your 'My Pitches' section. Your songs will automatically be submitted over on Hit Songs Radio, and will be considered for addition to the station playlist. Check out Hit Songs Radio at hitsongsradio.com"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are Refinery Notes?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Refinery Notes is an exclusive member-to-member messaging feature that lets you connect directly with fellow Refiners. Send private messages to other active members, share feedback, collaborate on ideas, or just build relationships with songwriters who share your passion. You'll receive email notifications when you get new messages, and all conversations are accessible from the 'Refinery Notes' section in your dashboard sidebar. It's like having a private network of serious songwriters at your fingertips!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is the Endorsed Industry Providers directory?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Endorsed Industry Providers is a members-only directory of industry personnel hand-picked by Keith to help you find real opportunities for your songs — mentors, advisors, and trusted contacts who can move your career forward. Every provider has been personally interviewed and vetted by Keith. Song Refiners isn't the service — we're the introduction. What happens next is between you and them."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Who is in the Endorsed Providers directory right now?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The first featured provider is Chris Keaton — a long-standing voice in the Nashville songwriting and music business community, working with serious writers as an Industry Mentor & Advisor. You can watch Keith's full interview with Chris right inside the section before requesting an introduction. More providers will be added over time, always hand-picked and vetted the same way."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I request an introduction to an Endorsed Provider?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Open Dashboard → Endorsed Providers, watch the provider's interview, then fill out the short Request an Introduction form (name, email, artist name, genre, location, your goals, and where you are in your journey). Your request goes straight to the provider. If it looks like a fit, they may follow up directly — either way, you'll hear back. No pressure, no timelines."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Who can access Endorsed Industry Providers?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Endorsed Industry Providers is a Refinery member-only feature. Join The Refinery to unlock the directory along with The Showcase, Double Fire reviews, Alchemy, Hit Songs Radio, Artist Radio, Refiner's Journal, Refinery Notes, weekly meetups, and more."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Updraft?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Updraft is a Refinery Member benefit — a private, invite-only industry preview portal. Vetted music industry people (A&R, publishers, sync supervisors, playlist curators, licensing pros) listen to standout Refinery songs in a code-gated portal. Keith personally curates songs into Updraft from the Hits catalog (typically 90+ scoring tracks), invites the songwriter, and — if the writer accepts — the song goes live for industry preview. You keep 100% ownership; Song Refiners takes no rights, no cut, no commission."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How does Updraft work for me as a Refinery Member?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "1) Keith spots one of your 90+ songs and sends you an Updraft invite email. 2) You accept from your dashboard under Refinery Benefits → Updraft. 3) Your song goes live in the private industry portal. 4) You see anonymised activity per song — plays, listen depth, ratings, thumbs up/down, quick tags, and comments — from each reviewer, labelled 'Reviewer #XXX'. 5) If a reviewer is genuinely interested, they message you directly through your Updraft thread and you can reply from the same page. Song Refiners connects you to interested industry personnel; the business relationship from there is yours to build."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Why are Updraft reviewer identities anonymised?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "To protect the integrity of the program. Anonymising reviewers keeps them honest and unpressured — writers can't lobby them, and reviewers can browse without being cold-pitched. When a reviewer decides they want to talk, they reach out through your Updraft thread. That unmasked outreach is your green light to engage."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I get my song into Updraft?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You don't submit — Keith curates. Keep releasing original songs and pushing for 90+ scores; songs that clear that bar and stand out get considered. If Keith picks your song, you'll get an Updraft invite email and a pending invite card in Refinery Benefits → Updraft in your dashboard."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is the Refiners Collective?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Refiners Collective is our referral program where you can earn credits by inviting friends to Song Refiners. Find your unique referral link in your dashboard under 'Refiners Collective.'"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I earn credits from referrals?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You earn 1 credit when your referred friend signs up and gets their first review. Plus, you earn 100% matching credits on their first credit purchase—if they buy 10 credits, you get 10 bonus credits! This matching applies to their first purchase only."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Where is my referral link?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Go to your Dashboard and click 'Refiners Collective' in the sidebar. You'll find your unique referral link there, plus pre-written social media text you can copy and share."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I customize my referral link?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! In the Refiners Collective section, click the edit icon next to your referral code to customize your unique URL (for example, songrefiners.com/[yourname]). Make it memorable and easy to share!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Is there a limit to how many credits I can earn from referrals?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No limit! Keep referring friends and earn unlimited credits. The more people you bring to Song Refiners, the more credits you accumulate."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is My Pitches?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "My Pitches is a members-only feature that lets you create a professional pitch page to showcase your reviewed songs to industry contacts. Think of it like SoundCloud + Linktree, but built specifically for pitching your songs. Share a custom URL or private access codes with A&R reps, publishers, and music supervisors. See an example at songrefiners.com/pitch/keith."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I set up my Pitch Page (step-by-step)?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Open Dashboard → My Pitches → My Pitch Page Setup, then follow these 11 steps in order (you can stop and save anytime — nothing has to be done in one sitting):\n\n1. Fill in Profile & Page Settings — display name (or band/artist name), profile photo, city/state, and a short 1–3 sentence bio. This is what industry contacts see first.\n\n2. Add your social & streaming links — Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Instagram, your website. They show up as clickable icons on your page.\n\n3. Customize your page URL (slug) — in Page Settings, edit the slug so your link looks like songrefiners.com/pitch/your-name. Easier to share and remember.\n\n4. Create Song Categories (optional but recommended) — add groupings like 'Country', 'Co-writes', 'Demos', or 'Sync-Ready'. Visitors can scan and jump straight to what interests them.\n\n5. Add your songs — two ways: (a) check the box next to any reviewed song in your list, or (b) upload an MP3 directly from your device (no review required). Most members do a mix of both.\n\n6. Pick which version to feature — for each reviewed song, use the version dropdown to choose Master, Revision 2, or any AI-generated version. Whatever sounds best is what gets pitched.\n\n7. Assign songs to categories & reorder — drop each song into a category and drag to reorder. The top song in each category plays first.\n\n8. Choose your visibility — toggle 'Page is Live' ON to make your page public (anyone with the link can listen). Leave it OFF to keep it private — listeners will need an access code.\n\n9. Create Access Codes (private pages only) — when private, the Access Codes section appears. Create one code per contact or pitch (e.g. 'For Atlantic Records'). You'll see who used which code in your analytics. You can also create per-song codes to lock individual tracks.\n\n10. Save your changes — hit Save Changes (bottom of the section, plus a floating button at the top of the screen when you have unsaved edits). Nothing goes live until you save.\n\n11. Preview & share — click Preview to see your live page in a new tab, then copy the URL and send it to publishers, A&R reps, sync supervisors, or anyone you want listening."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I set up my Play Station / My Playlist (step-by-step)?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Your Play Station is the branded continuous-play radio bar that sits at the top of your pitch page — one song rolls right into the next without stopping. Heads up: you need at least one song already on your pitch page before you can build your station.\n\nOpen Dashboard → My Pitches → My Play Station Setup, then follow these 8 steps:\n\n1. Click 'Create Station' — one click spins it up.\n\n2. Name your station — something memorable like 'Jim Barzee Radio' or 'Nashville Songbook Radio'. The name shows on the player on your pitch page.\n\n3. Upload a custom banner image — a wide 3:1 banner works best (for example 1500×500 px). Use a photo of you, your album art, or a branded graphic.\n\n4. Add songs to your playlist — only songs already on your pitch page are eligible. Pick the tracks you want playing in your station. Add as few or as many as you want.\n\n5. Reorder your tracks — drag tracks up or down using the handles. The top track plays first when someone hits play.\n\n6. Flip the Live switch ON — this is the key step. Your station won't show up on your pitch page until Live is ON. Toggle it OFF anytime to hide the station without deleting it.\n\n7. Save and preview — click Save Changes, then open your pitch page (Preview button at the bottom). You should see your branded radio station at the top, ready to play.\n\n8. Edit anytime — come back to add or remove tracks, swap the banner, rename the station, reorder the playlist, or toggle Live off. Nothing here is permanent."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How is My Pitches different from SoundCloud or Linktree?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "My Pitches is purpose-built for pitching songs to industry contacts. Unlike SoundCloud, you get private song access codes to track exactly who's listening. Unlike Linktree, each song displays its AI review, ratings from listeners, and detailed analytics. You control which songs are public vs locked, and you see play duration—critical for knowing if contacts listened past the first chorus."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are song access codes?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Song access codes let you lock individual songs on your pitch page. Each song can have its own unique codes with labels (like 'For Atlantic Records' or 'Demo for Publisher A'). Only listeners with a valid code can unlock and play that specific song. This gives you fine-grained control over who hears what—keep your page public but lock your unreleased tracks."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How are song access codes different from page-level codes?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Page-level access codes control access to your entire pitch page—visitors need a code to see anything. Song-level access codes let you keep your page public while locking specific songs. For example, you could share your pitch page link publicly but require unique codes for unreleased material. Both types are fully trackable."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I see who used my access codes?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Each access code—both page-level and song-level—tracks usage. You can see how many times each code was used, when it was used, and for song codes, which specific songs were unlocked and played. This gives you valuable intel on which industry contacts are engaging with your music."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What profile information can I add to my pitch page?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "You can add a profile photo, display name, bio, city/state location, and links to your music on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, SoundCloud, Instagram, Facebook, and your personal website. Present yourself professionally to industry contacts."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do songs show their duration?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Each song on your pitch page displays its duration (e.g., 3:42) so industry contacts know the length before they listen. This helps set expectations and makes your page look polished and professional."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What analytics do I get for my songs?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "My Pitches includes detailed per-song analytics: total plays, unique listeners, average play duration (critical for knowing if your song holds attention), star ratings from listeners, written feedback, and which access codes were used. Know exactly which songs are getting the most interest."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can industry contacts leave feedback without an account?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! Listeners can rate your songs (1-5 stars) and leave written comments directly on your pitch page—no account required for them. They can optionally include their name and email. This makes it friction-free for industry contacts to give you valuable feedback."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I make individual songs public or private?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Absolutely! Each song can be set to public (anyone can play), private with access code (only visitors with the code can unlock), or hidden entirely. You have complete control over visibility on a per-song basis."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is Play Station?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Play Station is a Refinery-member feature that lets you build a branded, continuous-play radio station that lives right on your pitch page (between your bio and your song grid). Name it whatever you want — \"Tiffany Windsor Radio,\" \"Late Night Country,\" anything — upload a custom banner graphic, then drag the songs already on your pitch into the order you want them played. Visitors hear one song roll right into the next without stopping, like a real station."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I set up my Play Station?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Go to Dashboard → My Pitches and scroll down to the \"Play Station\" card. Click Create Station, give your station a name, upload a banner image (a 3:1 wide graphic works best), then add songs from your pitch and drag them into the order you want. Flip the Live switch to ON and your station appears on your public pitch page. You can update the name, banner, song order, or turn it off any time."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do my Play Station songs need cover art?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No. The station header uses your custom banner graphic, and your individual song cards continue to display below it the way they always have. The banner is the only image you need for the station itself."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Who can create a Play Station?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Play Station is included with The Refinery membership. As long as you have an active membership and a pitch page, you can build a station."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is The Showcase?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Showcase is an exclusive Refinery member feature that automatically activates when your Full Song Review scores 90 or above. It uses AI to research 9–12 real, genre-specific industry opportunities across three categories: Sync Licensing contacts, Industry Contacts (labels, publishers, A&R), and Playlist Pitching targets. Think of it as a personalized roadmap for getting your song in front of the right people."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How does The Showcase work?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "After your review completes with a score of 90+, The Showcase runs automatically in the background. Within minutes, it researches and delivers curated opportunities matched to your specific genre and sound. You'll see the full list at the bottom of your review page, organized into three categories: Sync Licensing, Industry Contacts, and Playlist Pitching."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do I have to do anything to get The Showcase?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Nothing! If you're an active Refinery member and your Full Song Review scores 90 or higher, The Showcase is generated automatically after your review completes. No requests, no buttons — it just appears on your review page."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What kinds of opportunities does The Showcase find?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The Showcase researches three types of opportunities specific to your genre: (1) Sync Licensing — music supervisors, licensing companies, and film/TV/ad contacts that place songs like yours; (2) Industry Contacts — labels, publishers, and A&R representatives open to your style; (3) Playlist Pitching — Spotify editorial playlists, curators, and playlist networks that match your sound."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Are the opportunities real or generic?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Real. Every opportunity is researched based on your specific genre and sound — not templated lists. The AI identifies actual companies, contacts, and playlists relevant to your style. That said, always verify contact details independently before reaching out, as the industry changes quickly."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Is The Showcase available for all reviews?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "No. The Showcase is exclusive to: (1) Active Refinery members, (2) Full Song Reviews (not Lyrics-Only or Red Carpet Review), and (3) Songs scoring 90 or above. It's the reward for reaching that elite tier of songwriting quality."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What if my song is close to 90 but didn't quite make it?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Keep refining! Over 90% of songs that hit 90+ are revisions, not first submissions. Use your review feedback, make targeted improvements, and resubmit. Every point of improvement gets you closer to unlocking The Showcase."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is The 90 Club?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The 90 Club is our exclusive recognition program for songwriters whose songs score 90 or above. It's a badge of honor that shows your song has achieved near-professional quality. Members of The 90 Club are featured on a public leaderboard at songrefiners.com/the-90-club."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I join The 90 Club?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Simply submit your songs for review! Any song that scores 90 or higher automatically qualifies you for The 90 Club. There's no separate application—just keep refining your songs until you hit that milestone."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are the tier levels in The 90 Club?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "The 90 Club has three tiers based on how many songs you've gotten into the club: Silver (1-4 songs scoring 90+), Gold (5-9 songs), and Diamond (10+ songs). Each tier represents your growing mastery of songcraft."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What's the secret to reaching The 90 Club?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Here's a powerful statistic: over 90% of songs in The 90 Club are revisions, not first submissions. The path to 90 almost always involves submitting, getting feedback, refining, and resubmitting. That revision process is where the magic happens!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I see my progress toward The 90 Club?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! In your dashboard, you'll see a 'Path to 90' widget showing your highest-scoring song and how close it is to the 90 threshold. If you have a song in the 80s, consider submitting a revision—you might be closer than you think!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Is The 90 Club public?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! The 90 Club leaderboard at songrefiners.com/the-90-club showcases top songwriters and their high-scoring songs. It's a great way to see what excellence looks like and get inspired by fellow Refiners."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do revisions cost credits?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes, each revision submission costs the same as a new song (1 credit for standard, 3 for priority). But the investment is worth it—refining an 85 to a 92 teaches you more than submitting five new songs. Plus, over 90% of 90 Club members got there through revisions!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is the Refiner's Journal?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Refiner's Journal is a Refinery-member-only feature that gives you a personal songwriting diary built right into Song Refiners. Track your progress, document breakthroughs, share wins, or keep private notes — all in one place. Each entry can be public (shown on your /pitch page so fans, A&R, and supervisors see you're actively creating) or private (just for you)."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Where do I find it?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Dashboard → My Pitches → Refiner's Journal. Click 'New Entry' to write your first one. Public entries automatically appear on your public pitch page (songrefiners.com/pitch/your-name) above your song grid, with the 3 most recent shown and a 'See all' link to the full archive."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What can I put in an entry?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "A title (optional), the body of your entry, an optional photo (up to 5MB), an optional linked song from your reviewed catalog, and mood/activity tags like Writing, Recording, Mixing, Released, Breakthrough, Stuck, Collab, Live, or Milestone. Drafts auto-save as you type so you never lose your thoughts."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Public vs. Private — what's the difference?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Public entries appear on your /pitch page for anyone visiting (great for showing momentum to industry contacts and fans, and for getting noticed). Private entries are for your eyes only — perfect for raw notes, demo ideas, or wins you're not ready to share. You can change visibility on any entry at any time."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I share my entries on social media?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes — every public entry has one-click sharing to X (Twitter) and Facebook, plus a built-in Quote Card generator that turns your entry into a beautiful branded image perfect for Instagram, Stories, or LinkedIn."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What is the streak badge?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Your Refiner's Journal tracks how many days in a row you've posted an entry. The streak badge appears next to your Journal heading on your pitch page — a public signal that you're consistently working on your craft."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What are thumbs-up and the trending widget?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Visitors to your pitch page can give your public entries a thumbs-up (no account needed). Entries with the most thumbs across the whole community surface in the Top Thumbed widget — a chance for your journal to get featured beyond just your own pitch page."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I pin an important entry?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes. Pin any entry and it will always appear first on your /pitch page and in your journal archive — perfect for highlighting a big release, a milestone, or the entry you most want visitors to see."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I edit or delete entries later?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes — full edit and delete control on every entry, public or private, anytime. Nothing is locked."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Why did 'Pitches' in the header change to 'Members'?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "We renamed the directory page from /pitches to /members because Refinery members now get far more than just pitches — Refiner's Journal, Artist Radio, Refinery Notes, The Showcase, and more. The header link reflects that. Individual pitch page URLs (like songrefiners.com/pitch/your-name) are unchanged."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Do I need an account?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes, you need to create a free account to purchase credits and submit songs. This allows us to securely store your reviews and track your progress over time."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "What audio file formats are supported?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "We accept MP3 (any bitrate, 320kbps preferred for best quality), M4A, and WAV files. MP3 is the universal standard that works everywhere, M4A covers iPhone voice memo recordings, and WAV files are automatically converted to 320kbps MP3 right in your browser before uploading. No need to convert anything yourself!"
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Does this work with AI-generated music?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Absolutely! Our service was designed with AI music creators in mind. Whether your song is created with Suno, Udio, AIODE, or traditional methods, we analyze it the same way."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Is my music safe and private?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes. Your songs are only used for generating your review and are never shared. We don't claim any rights to your music. See our Terms of Service for full details."
          }
        },
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          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Who created Song Refiners?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Song Refiners was founded by Keith Mohr, a 30+ year music industry veteran who ran recording studios, created IndieHeaven, launched Nashville Rising Song, and now creates with AI tools himself."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "Can I unsubscribe from promotional emails?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Yes! All promotional emails (welcome, follow-up, re-engagement, broadcasts) include a one-click unsubscribe link at the bottom. Transactional emails like review completion notifications are not affected by unsubscribe preferences."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "I unsubscribed but want to receive emails again. How do I resubscribe?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Go to Dashboard → My Account and toggle the email preference back on. You can also click 'Resubscribe' on the unsubscribe confirmation page when you unsubscribe."
          }
        },
        {
          "@type": "Question",
          "name": "How do I delete my account?",
          "acceptedAnswer": {
            "@type": "Answer",
            "text": "Navigate to 'My Account' in your dashboard sidebar and click 'Delete Account.' This permanently removes all your personal data, songs, and reviews. Note: Payment records are retained for legal and tax purposes, but all other personal information is deleted."
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# Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Song Refiners, from pricing to features.

## Getting Started

### What exactly is Song Refiners?

### How is this different from asking friends or posting in Facebook groups?

### Is this just for professional songwriters?

### What do I actually get in a review?

### Do I get anything free when I sign up?

### Why don't I just use AI myself?

### Do you analyze music produced by AI?

### I think my songs are already great - why would I have you give me feedback?

### Is my song safe? Will AI train on my music?

### How do I get started?

## How It Works

### Do you guys use AI? If so, how?

### How much does it cost?

### What are the two review types?

### What do I need for a Full Song Review?

### What do I need for a Lyrics-Only Review?

### What does the submission chat ask?

### What is Review Focus?

### What is the Review Lens?

### How long until I get my review?

### Do you accept cover songs?

### Can I submit an instrumental (no vocals)?

## Credits & Pricing

### What is a credit?

### How do credits work?

### Do credits expire?

### What is a Deep Dive Review?

### Can I buy more credits later?

### Are credits refundable?

### Can I earn free credits?

## Reviews & Feedback

### What do I receive in a Full Song Review?

### What do I receive in a Lyrics-Only Review?

### What are the scored categories for Full Song Reviews?

### How are Lyrics-Only Reviews scored?

### What genres are supported?

### What is "100% Honest" feedback?

### What are Timeline Insights vs Line-by-Line Insights?

### What is an Action Plan?

### 🧪 What is the Alchemy section in my review?

## Advanced Features

### When should I use Lyrics-Only Review?

### How does the AI know what my song is about?

### How do you know if I used AI tools?

### What does 'AI Generated' mean?

### What if my music was AI-generated but I modified it in my DAW?

### What's the difference between Production and Potential scoring?

### What is revision tracking?

### What happens if my revision scores lower than the original?

### Can I delete old versions of my songs?

### Can I download my review?

### What is the Progress Dashboard?

### Can I share my review on social media?

### Do you send email notifications?

### What are the Charts?

### How do I get my song on the Charts?

### How do I get a higher ranking on the Charts?

## The Generator (Lyrics-to-Audio)

### What is The Generator?

### How does The Generator work?

### What is a style prompt?

### Can I use my generated audio commercially?

### Can I refine my generated audio further?

### Where do I find my generations?

### I changed my lyrics and hit Generate, but the audio didn't reflect my changes. What happened?

## The Catalyst (AI Regeneration)

### What is The Catalyst?

### How does regeneration work?

### How much does regeneration cost?

### Can I use my generated audio commercially?

### What are style tags and negative tags?

### Can I submit my generation as a new revision?

### What audio formats are supported for regeneration?

### How do I access The Catalyst?

### When should I use The Catalyst vs The Generator?

## Coaching & Coaching Sessions

### What is Live Text Coaching?

### What is Song Coach?

### Can I appeal my review scores?

### Where do I find my past coaching sessions?

### What is Song Forge?

### Does Song Forge write my lyrics?

### How is Song Forge different from Song Coach?

### What happens when my Song Forge session ends?

### Can I revisit my past Song Forge sessions?

## Premium Services

### What is Keith's Take?

### How do I request Keith's Take?

### What is 1-on-1 Consulting?

### How do I book a consulting session?

## The Refinery Membership

### What is The Refinery membership?

### What's included in The Refinery membership?

### Do members get Deep Dive Reviews?

### What is Double Fire?

### 🧪 What is the Alchemy section?

### Am I locked into a contract?

### Do membership credits roll over?

### Can I cancel my membership anytime?

### Can I resume a canceled membership?

### What happens to my credits when I cancel?

### When are the Refinery Meetups?

### What happens at the weekly meetups?

### How do I join a Refinery Meetup?

### Is there a free trial?

### What is Hit Songs Radio?

### What are Refinery Notes?

### What is the Endorsed Industry Providers directory?

### Who is in the Endorsed Providers directory right now?

### How do I request an introduction to an Endorsed Provider?

### Who can access Endorsed Industry Providers?

### What is Updraft?

### How does Updraft work for me as a Refinery Member?

### Why are Updraft reviewer identities anonymised?

### How do I get my song into Updraft?

## Refiners Collective (Referral Program)

### What is the Refiners Collective?

### How do I earn credits from referrals?

### Where is my referral link?

### Can I customize my referral link?

### Is there a limit to how many credits I can earn from referrals?

## My Pitches

### What is My Pitches?

### How do I set up my Pitch Page (step-by-step)?

### How do I set up my Play Station / My Playlist (step-by-step)?

### How is My Pitches different from SoundCloud or Linktree?

### What are song access codes?

### How are song access codes different from page-level codes?

### Can I see who used my access codes?

### What profile information can I add to my pitch page?

### Do songs show their duration?

### What analytics do I get for my songs?

### Can industry contacts leave feedback without an account?

### Can I make individual songs public or private?

### What is Play Station?

### How do I set up my Play Station?

### Do my Play Station songs need cover art?

### Who can create a Play Station?

## The Showcase (Member Feature)

### What is The Showcase?

### How does The Showcase work?

### Do I have to do anything to get The Showcase?

### What kinds of opportunities does The Showcase find?

### Are the opportunities real or generic?

### Is The Showcase available for all reviews?

### What if my song is close to 90 but didn't quite make it?

## The 90 Club

### What is The 90 Club?

### How do I join The 90 Club?

### What are the tier levels in The 90 Club?

### What's the secret to reaching The 90 Club?

### Can I see my progress toward The 90 Club?

### Is The 90 Club public?

### Do revisions cost credits?

## Refiner's Journal (Member Feature)

### What is the Refiner's Journal?

### Where do I find it?

### What can I put in an entry?

### Public vs. Private — what's the difference?

### Can I share my entries on social media?

### What is the streak badge?

### What are thumbs-up and the trending widget?

### Can I pin an important entry?

### Can I edit or delete entries later?

### Why did 'Pitches' in the header change to 'Members'?

## Technical & Account

### Do I need an account?

### What audio file formats are supported?

### Does this work with AI-generated music?

### Is my music safe and private?

### Who created Song Refiners?

### Can I unsubscribe from promotional emails?

### I unsubscribed but want to receive emails again. How do I resubscribe?

### How do I delete my account?

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