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What Makes SUS CHORDS Special: Songwriting Perspective On Suspended Chords

Feb 21, 2022

Suspended chords can be a powerful addition to your songwriting chord toolbox. Not only can they be used as a fantastic transitional chord, but they can be some of the most adaptable and interesting chords to use. 

In fact, you can totally change the chord simply by changing the bass note underneath a sus chord. Let's talk about what suspended chords and why they're so powerful!

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