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11 Sep 2003 17:38:15 -0400 |
Hi,
We just wanted to remind you that the deadline to enter the International
Songwriting Competition (ISC) is less than one week away! For more
information and to enter online or via mail, please go to our website at
http://www.songwritingcompetition.com
ISC is giving away over $100,000 in cash and prizes. Entries must be
postmarked on or before Monday, September 15, 2003.
All musicians, bands, solo artists, and songwriters are invited to enter
their songs. This year's competition includes 13 categories: Pop/Top 40;
Rock; Country; AAA/Roots/Americana; R&B/Hip-Hop; Blues; Folk/Singer-
Songwriter; Jazz; World; Gospel/Christian; Dance/Electronica; Lyrics Only;
and a special Teen category for songwriters 18 yrs. old and younger.
Great prizes, in conjunction with a lot of promotion and exposure, are only
some of the reasons to enter your songs into ISC. The competition also
offers both amateur and professional songwriters the unprecedented chance
to have their music heard by some of the most influential and high-profile
leaders in the music and recording industry. This year's competition
features a distinguished panel of judges, including:
Rob Thomas (Lead Singer/Songwriter, Matchbox 20)
B.B. King (Legendary Blues Artist)
Pat Metheny (Jazz Guitarist)
Phil Vassar (Country Artist, Singer/Songwriter)
Dan Haseltine (Lead Singer/Songwriter, Jars Of Clay)
Vanessa Carlton (Singer/Songwriter - Teen Category Only)
Bebe Winans (Gospel Artist)
Guru (Rapper/Composer, Gang Starr)
Paul Oakenfold (DJ/Producer/Remixer)
Raine Maida (Lead Singer/Songwriter, Our Lady Peace)
*NSYNC (Teen Category Only)
Nile Rodger (Producer/Performer - Chic, Madonna, Peter Gabriel, etc)
Monte Lipman (President, Universal Records)
Arif Mardin (VP/GM, Manhattan Records)
Bruce Lundvall (CEO/President, Capitol Jazz/Classics)
Frank Callari (Sr. VP A&R, Lost Highway Records)
Tina Davis (Sr. VP A&R, Def Jam/Def Soul)
Rose Noone (Sr. VP A&R, Epic Records)
Jimmy Bralower (VP A&R, Atlantic Records)
Kim Stephens (VP A&R/Promotion, Lava Records)
Tara Griggs-Magee (Sr. VP/GM, Verity Records)
Robert Beeson (President, Essential Records)
Errol Kolosine (GM, Astralwerks Records)
Michael Gudinski (Chairman, Mushroom Group Of Companies)
Please pass this information onto anyone you think might be interested in
ISC, and don't forget to check out our sponsors and media partners listed
below.
Contact Info:
International Songwriting Competition
Zero Governors Avenue #6
Medford, MA, USA 02155
http://www.songwritingcompetition.com
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be opting into the ISC mailing list (we promise!). We sincerely apologize
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ISC Sponsors:
Xytar Digital Systems
Renowned for their complete recording and production studio in a box, Xytar
is a leader in cutting-edge, user-friendly digital audio recording
equipment.
http://www.Xytar.com
Epiphone Guitars
For more than 125 years. Epiphone has been renowned for its guitars,
creating a legacy with their vision and innovation. Artists who have chosen
to play an Epiphone include Lenny Kravitz, Joe Pass, John Lee Hooker, and
even The Beatles on the most recorded song ever written, "Yesterday."
http://www.epiphone.com
Sam Ash Music Stores
Now celebrating its 79th anniversary of supplying musical instruments,
sound and recording gear and printed music, Sam Ash can be reached on the
web or at 40 stores in 12 states. Mail order and online catalog. Call 800-
472-6274 or go to:
http://www.samashmusic.com
iRiver
Setting new standards in the digital music industry, iRiver America's
digital music players are considered to be the most cutting edge and user
friendly. Check out their award-winning iMP-350 SlimX* and their new line
of products.
http://www.iriveramerica.com
Primera Technology, Inc.
The world's leading manufacturer of CD/DVD duplication and printing
systems, Primera's products make it very easy to quickly duplicate and
print your own CDs in large quantities. Great for musicians and studios!
http://www.primera.com
Berklee College Of Music
Founded in 1945, Berklee College Of Music is the world's largest
independent music college and the premier institution for the study of
contemporary music. Many prominent music industry professionals are Berklee
alumni, including Quincy Jones, Arif Mardin, Branford Marsalis, John Mayer,
Bruce Hornsby, Aimee Mann, Diana Krall, Melissa Etheridge, and many more.
http://www.berklee.edu
FYE - For Your Entertainment
Music, movies, games, CDs, DVDs, the latest hits, deep classics, rare
imports, box sets, limited editions...all the entertainment you love. More
than 700 stores coast-to-coast and online with literally thousands of fans
who love to listen to, watch and play music, movies and games as much as
you do.
http://www.fye.com
MP3.com
Home to one of the largest collections of digital music on the Internet. A
favorite of music fans and emerging artists alike, MP3.com features
streaming and downloadable music from more than 250,000 Artists and over
750,000 songs.
http://www.mp3.com
Sennheiser
Innovation and know-how are the hallmarks of one of the world's leading
manufacturers of microphones and headphones.
http://www.sennheiserusa.com
Berkleemusic.com
The online extension school and career network of Berklee College of Music,
Berkleemusic.com is a rich resource for musicians, educators, and industry
professionals. Enroll now at Berkleemusic.com for the October 6th semester,
and further your musical education through online courses focused in areas
such as Songwriting, Production, Music Education, and Music Business.
http://www.berkleemusic.com/?affiliate_promotion_id=265
Ernie Ball Music Man
The list of musicians who have used Ernie Ball strings, accessories, or
instruments have included the world's greatest guitar players, from Keith
Richards to Jimmy Page to Paul McCartney, and many, many more.
http://www.ernieball.com
L.R. Baggs
L.R. Baggs is a manufacturer of high-end acoustic guitar pickups and
preamps. Singer/Songwriters such as James Taylor, Jackson Browne, Janis
Ian and Phil Keaggy use LR Baggs products to get the best "plugged-in"
sound possible out of their guitar.
http://www.lrbaggs.com
Sonicbids
Creating a unique way for musicians and live music buyers to connect via
electronic press kits. A must for all musicians!
http://www.sonicbids.com
Cakewalk
Develops and markets the world's leading music and sound software for
Windows. Over 1,000,000 people worldwide use Cakewalk products to produce
audio for CDs, film, tv, video games, live stage sound, the internet, and
personal enjoyment.
http://www.cakewalk.com
The Intellitouch Tuner
Tuners for all plucked stringed instruments, and the all-new CenterPitch
Universal Tuner for bowed stringed, brass and woodwind instruments.
http://www.tuners.com
Disc Makers
The nation's leading independent media manufacturer, offering complete CD,
DVD, and cassette packages for independent artists and record labels. Their
state-of-the-art facilities allows for complete in-house production and the
fastest turnaround time possible. To order your free catalog call 1-800-
468-9353.
http://www.discmakers.com/isc1
Onlinegigs
An incredible resource for any independent band or musician. The website
virtually automates your booking and promotional needs. You can now book a
national tour, some short regional runs or a few local gigs with ease and
confidence. Take the animated tour at www.onlinegigs.com.
http://www.onlinegigs.com/register.asp
Alphabet Arm Design
Specializing in music related logo/branding design & CD art direction.
http://www.alphabetarmdesign.com
M Works
A full-service CD and DVD mastering facility providing the highest quality
mastering services all under one roof at extremely reasonable rates.
http://www.m-works.com
Live365.com
Artist can now 'market' and 'promote' themselves and their recordings via
the world's largest Internet radio network. Reach over 8,000 DJ's and over
3.5 million monthly users. Add tracks in our secure online music library,
and service DJs with one click. Get real-time, statistical feedback on your
promotion. For more info and to sign up, go to:
http://www.live365.com/labelservices/index.live
TAXI
The world's leading independent A&R company helping unsigned bands, artists
and songwriters get record deals, publishing deals and placement in films
and TV shows Since 1992, TAXI has specialized in giving artists, bands, and
songwriters real access to the people in the music business who have the
power to sign deals. Call 1-800-458-2111 for a free info kit.
http://www.taxi.com
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Check out these great resources for songwriters and musicians:
American Songwriter
The magazine for and about songwriters. Read by music publishers,
professional and amateur songwriters, copyright lawyers and record company
staff members. The oldest national songwriter magazine, celebrating 20
years of publishing.
http://www.americansongwriter.com
aXis Florida Music Festival
Join 150 bands, DJs and singer/songwriters in Orlando, Florida in April
2004 for the aXis Florida Music Festival. The FMF2004 is three days
ofshowcases, seminars, and partying in sunny downtown Orlando.
http://www.axismag.com or http://www.floridamusicfestival.com.
Inside Connection Music Magazine
Today's #1 source for the music industry. Pick up a free copy at your
nearest Sam Ash music store nationwide or visit us online.
http://www.insidecx.com
The Music Business Registry
Provides you with the most accurate up-to-date contact information in the
Music Industry.
http://www.musicregistry.com
Music Row
Nashville's music industry publication presents news, candid reviews, and
timely interviews with top decision makers.
http://www.musicrow.com
Paste Magazine
Covers music with substance: Triple-A to folk to Americana to smart Indie
rock. Each issue includes a full-length Sampler CD. Subscribe via the link
below and get a bonus issue. For an ISC special go to:
http://www.pastemagazine.com/folk
Sound On Sound
Sound On Sound is the UK's biggest selling music recording technology
magazine. Check out our fantastic website providing all the information
you'll ever need, from hints and tips to reviews and interviews.
http://www.soundonsound.com
Soundcheck
Atlantic Canada's Music Monthly, is the only vehicle to reach the youth
music market east of the Quebec Border. From Punk to Hip Hop, Festivals to
Arena's, Major Labels to Independent Artists, and even your tiniest bar
gig, Soundcheck is your source for what's happening in all 4 Atlantic
Provinces. Hell, we're even in Wabush Newfoundland.
http://www.soundcheckmag.ca
***You have been sent this message because we thought you would be
interested in ISC. If you would like to stop receiving our newsletters,
please send an email to: mailto:remove@songwritingcompetition.com (you can
leave the subject header blank). By responding to this link, you will not
be opting into the ISC mailing list (we promise!). We sincerely apologize
if you have experienced any inconvenience in receiving this email. The
address that this email was sent to was bug-gnu-emacs@prep.ai.mit.edu
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