Marissa M. Conner

Millions of songwriters/musicians access free mental health services through The Road to Nashville

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Millions of songwriters/musicians access free mental health services through The Road to Nashville

Marissa M. Conner September 26, 2022

Dr. Shamender Talwar advises a project participant. Dr. Talwar and Mayor Cooper at the launch of The...

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Poets from across the country will perform with local poets and songwriters in December at TPAC

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Poets from across the country will perform with local poets and songwriters in December at TPAC

Marissa M. Conner September 25, 2022

Tickets on sale now at TPAC.org Top poets from across the country will perform alongside local poets...

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Songwriters will be honored at Massey Hall on Saturday

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Songwriters will be honored at Massey Hall on Saturday

Marissa M. Conner September 23, 2022

When it comes to music, it all starts with the song. It might seem like a pretty...

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Sports Team – Gulp! review: Light indie rock is a form of relegation

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Sports Team – Gulp! review: Light indie rock is a form of relegation

Marissa M. Conner September 23, 2022

Review at a glance O n the cover of Sports Team’s new album is a cartoon stick...

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COLUMN: Elliott Fullam is the new protege of indie rock

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COLUMN: Elliott Fullam is the new protege of indie rock

Marissa M. Conner September 22, 2022

If I told you that Elliott Fullam was 17 and single-handedly made the best indie rock album...

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90s indie-rock Pavement finally lands on solid ground in Saint-Paul

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90s indie-rock Pavement finally lands on solid ground in Saint-Paul

Marissa M. Conner September 22, 2022

For Pavement to finally put on a solid live show in town, all it took was two...

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Klipsch Heritage Museum Association Announces Songwriters Showcase

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Klipsch Heritage Museum Association Announces Songwriters Showcase

Marissa M. Conner September 22, 2022

The Klipsch Heritage Museum Association is thrilled to announce its next event. On Saturday, November 19, 2022,...

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Student songwriters perform original music at “Songs on the Patio” event

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Student songwriters perform original music at “Songs on the Patio” event

Marissa M. Conner September 22, 2022

The Webster University Songwriting Masterclass had its first showcase of the year on Friday, September 2. Photo...

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German-American Indie Rock Band Seven Purple Tigers Release New Single “Clarity” – MP3 & NPC

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German-American Indie Rock Band Seven Purple Tigers Release New Single “Clarity” – MP3 & NPC

Marissa M. Conner September 21, 2022

German-American indie rock band Seven Purple Tigers have unveiled their new single “Clarity” today. The song is...

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October 11: Minnesota Songwriters Showcase

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October 11: Minnesota Songwriters Showcase

Marissa M. Conner September 21, 2022

Tuesday, October 11, 20227:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.Elias J. Halling Recital Hall Minnesota State University, Mankato Music...

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Songwriters in the September round session | Music

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Songwriters in the September round session | Music

Marissa M. Conner September 21, 2022

On Sunday, September 25 from 4-6 p.m., three local songwriters will share their songs and the stories...

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Klipsch Heritage Museum Association Announces Songwriters Showcase – SWARK Today

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Klipsch Heritage Museum Association Announces Songwriters Showcase – SWARK Today

Marissa M. Conner September 21, 2022

Dave Almond Jason Helms Trey Johnson KHMA press release On September 21, 2022, Hope, Arkansas, the Klipsch...

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Songwriter Trio Bring 30 Years of Canadian Indie Rock to the Grand Theater

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Songwriter Trio Bring 30 Years of Canadian Indie Rock to the Grand Theater

Marissa M. Conner September 21, 2022

FERGUS – Frontman Ron Hawkins and founding member Stephen Stanley of legendary Canadian indie band Lowest of...

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Taylor Swift shines on the Nashville Songwriters Awards red carpet

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Taylor Swift shines on the Nashville Songwriters Awards red carpet

Marissa M. Conner September 21, 2022

Taylor Swift was a mirror ball at the Nashville Songwriters Awards on Tuesday, September 20, where she...

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Don’t miss Austrian indie rock duo Cari Cari’s three concerts in Cairo and Alexandria – Music and dance – Al-Ahram Weekly

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Don’t miss Austrian indie rock duo Cari Cari’s three concerts in Cairo and Alexandria – Music and dance – Al-Ahram Weekly

Marissa M. Conner September 20, 2022

Arabic Music Institute22 rue Ramsis, tel. 02 2574 3373Thu 22 and Thu 29, 8 p.m.: Talent Development...

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Don’t miss Austrian indie rock duo Cari Cari’s three concerts in Cairo and Alexandria – Music and dance – Al-Ahram Weekly

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Don’t miss Austrian indie rock duo Cari Cari’s three concerts in Cairo and Alexandria – Music and dance – Al-Ahram Weekly

Marissa M. Conner September 20, 2022

Arabic Music Institute22 rue Ramsis, tel. 02 2574 3373Thu 22 and Thu 29, 8 p.m.: Talent Development...

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indie-rock star at his best makeover

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indie-rock star at his best makeover

Marissa M. Conner September 20, 2022

Willingly or not, shy, fame-averse Philadelphia singer-songwriter Alex G has become a surprise indie rock star over...

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“This year has been more important than ever”

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“This year has been more important than ever”

Marissa M. Conner September 19, 2022

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) – In small spaces, the relationship between musician and audience is magical. This...

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Black Opry Revue Showcases Songwriters and Community at XPNFest Marina Stage

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Black Opry Revue Showcases Songwriters and Community at XPNFest Marina Stage

Marissa M. Conner September 17, 2022

As the world of live music reopened in 2021, Holly G – a writer, flight attendant and...

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Why an indie rock back chose d&b audiotechnik for… Less noise?

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Why an indie rock back chose d&b audiotechnik for… Less noise?

Marissa M. Conner September 16, 2022

British indie rock band Glass Animals are taking part in their Dreamland tour supported by Special Event...

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Queen Elizabeth II reigned for 7 decades, inspiring generations of songwriters: NPR

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Queen Elizabeth II reigned for 7 decades, inspiring generations of songwriters: NPR

Marissa M. Conner September 16, 2022

The Queen has made her way into generations of pop music. We listen to part of several...

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Homophobic abuse and online harassment force indie rock band Mashrou’ Leila to split

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Homophobic abuse and online harassment force indie rock band Mashrou’ Leila to split

Marissa M. Conner September 16, 2022

Lebanese indie rock band Mashrou’ Leila have split up after increasing online harassment and abuse in support...

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MS Songwriters Festival draws hundreds to Gulf Coast

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MS Songwriters Festival draws hundreds to Gulf Coast

Marissa M. Conner September 16, 2022

OCEAN SPRINGS, Mississippi (WLOX) – The Mississippi Songwriters Festival is taking over downtown Ocean Springs and Gautier....

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10 singer-songwriters to listen to if you love Taylor Swift, according to Reddit

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10 singer-songwriters to listen to if you love Taylor Swift, according to Reddit

Marissa M. Conner September 15, 2022

Since debuting her self-titled studio album, country pop hybrid Taylor Swift has proven to be an effervescent...

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Sundays at the Overlook series at The Elizabethan Gardens features singer-songwriters – The Coastland Times

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Sundays at the Overlook series at The Elizabethan Gardens features singer-songwriters – The Coastland Times

Marissa M. Conner September 15, 2022

Sundays at the Overlook series at Elizabethan Gardens features singer-songwriters Posted at 4:03 p.m. on Thursday, September...

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Nicky Youre Tops Top 100 Songwriters Chart, Thanks to ‘Sunroof’ – Billboard

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Nicky Youre Tops Top 100 Songwriters Chart, Thanks to ‘Sunroof’ – Billboard

Marissa M. Conner September 15, 2022

Nicky Youre Rules Billboard‘s Hot 100 Songwriters Chart (dated September 17), becoming the top songwriter in the...

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Different Jane features angular indie rock beats and beers in ‘Let’s Get a Drink’ video [BPM Premiere]

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Different Jane features angular indie rock beats and beers in ‘Let’s Get a Drink’ video [BPM Premiere]

Marissa M. Conner September 15, 2022

Originally from Norman, Oklahoma, Joan different are not a band preoccupied with passing fads or elaborate musical...

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BMI has paid nearly $1.5 billion to songwriters and publishers in the past year, up 10% year-on-year

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BMI has paid nearly $1.5 billion to songwriters and publishers in the past year, up 10% year-on-year

Marissa M. Conner September 15, 2022

U.S. performing rights company BMI (Broadcast Music Inc.) posted record revenue and royalty payments to songwriters, composers...

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EPC and Poss Music Works to Present Songwriters Showcase | Arts and Theater

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EPC and Poss Music Works to Present Songwriters Showcase | Arts and Theater

Marissa M. Conner September 15, 2022

EFFINGHAM – The Effingham Performance Center has partnered with Poss Music Works to present a musical evening...

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Influential Maori songwriters inducted into NZ Music Hall of Fame

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Influential Maori songwriters inducted into NZ Music Hall of Fame

Marissa M. Conner September 14, 2022

Tuini Ngāwai (left) and his niece Ngoingoi Pēwhairangi. Photo: Provided The late Te Kumeroa “Ngoingoi” Pēwhairangi QSM...

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Music festival attracts songwriters to Annapolis

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Music festival attracts songwriters to Annapolis

Marissa M. Conner September 14, 2022

By Duffy Perkins The first-ever Annapolis Songwriters Festival kicks off Thursday, September 15, with nearly 90 live...

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Indie-Rock Band Surf Curse Talk New Album Magic Hour

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Indie-Rock Band Surf Curse Talk New Album Magic Hour

Marissa M. Conner September 14, 2022

LA indie-rock band returns with forthcoming fourth album magic hour. The unstoppable Surf Curse are entering a...

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September 14, 2022 | Daily briefs | Sex trafficking in Annapolis. Songwriters Festival. Food bank needs. New words!

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September 14, 2022 | Daily briefs | Sex trafficking in Annapolis. Songwriters Festival. Food bank needs. New words!

Marissa M. Conner September 14, 2022

Give us about ten minutes a day and we’ll give you all the local news, local sports,...

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Hovvdy is bringing their quiet indie-rock storm to Tampa this fall | Show Previews | Tampa

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Hovvdy is bringing their quiet indie-rock storm to Tampa this fall | Show Previews | Tampa

Marissa M. Conner September 13, 2022

Click to enlarge Photo of Pooneh Ghana Hovvdy There’ll be no place to hide your tears when...

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‘Chips’ Moman for induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame

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‘Chips’ Moman for induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame

Marissa M. Conner September 13, 2022

Chips Moman, highly respected as a co-writer of and producing hits by Waylon Jennings, BJ Thomas and...

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How recurring dreams led to indie rock band Voxtrot reuniting – Daily News

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How recurring dreams led to indie rock band Voxtrot reuniting – Daily News

Marissa M. Conner September 13, 2022

Every time indie rock band Voxtrot took the stage, they forgot how to play their songs, no...

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The Beths – “Expert In A Dying Field” Review: Inventive Indie Rock

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The Beths – “Expert In A Dying Field” Review: Inventive Indie Rock

Marissa M. Conner September 13, 2022

If the Beths could have seen the future of indie rock when they formed as school friends...

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Hit-Boy and James Fauntleroy Named Co-Executive Producers and Songwriters for Kingship

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Hit-Boy and James Fauntleroy Named Co-Executive Producers and Songwriters for Kingship

Marissa M. Conner September 12, 2022

Grammy-winning songwriters-producers Hit Boy and James Fauntleroy signed on as co-executive producers and sound design team for...

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Indie-rock favorites Pavement host reunion tour at Masonic for 3 nights

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Indie-rock favorites Pavement host reunion tour at Masonic for 3 nights

Marissa M. Conner September 10, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO (CBS SF) — The reunited heroes of indie-rock Pavement come to the Masonic Auditorium in...

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Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Enumclaw

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Indie Rock Hit Parade Live Session: Enumclaw

Marissa M. Conner September 10, 2022

Join us in the studio for this Indie Rock session Hit Parade are “the best band since...

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Songwriters and Tour Riders, Episode 10: Samantha Crain

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Songwriters and Tour Riders, Episode 10: Samantha Crain

Marissa M. Conner September 9, 2022

It’s Songwriters & Tour Riders, produced by KOSU and Oklahoma State University and hosted by Matthew Viriyapah....

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The Irish Arts Center will present a week-long residency with indie rock band Pillow Queens

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The Irish Arts Center will present a week-long residency with indie rock band Pillow Queens

Marissa M. Conner September 9, 2022

Irish Arts Center will feature a week-long residency with The Guardian’s “most exciting indie rockers” of 2020,...

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“Digitalization helps artists,” says creator of first indie rock music NFT Artist in Focus

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“Digitalization helps artists,” says creator of first indie rock music NFT Artist in Focus

Marissa M. Conner September 9, 2022

On August 19, India got their first Indie Rock Music NFT, ‘Nusrat’ from Chandigarh based band, ‘Naalayak’....

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BMI Songwriters Highlight Radio Conference in Nashville | New

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BMI Songwriters Highlight Radio Conference in Nashville | New

Marissa M. Conner September 8, 2022

BMI provided musical entertainment for the Association of Independent Metropolitan Radio Stations (AIMS) three-day annual conference held...

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Indie rock bands Mt. Joy and Wilderado perform to a loyal crowd at the Sandy Amphitheater

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Indie rock bands Mt. Joy and Wilderado perform to a loyal crowd at the Sandy Amphitheater

Marissa M. Conner September 8, 2022

The band Mt. Joy performed to a loyal crowd at the Sandy Amphitheater on August 16. Fans...

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Tokyo Monsters Bring Urgent Indie Rock to ‘Gusto Sessions’ Podcast | Music

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Tokyo Monsters Bring Urgent Indie Rock to ‘Gusto Sessions’ Podcast | Music

Marissa M. Conner September 8, 2022

The “Gusto Sessions with Jeff Miers” podcast is a joint venture between The Buffalo News and Robby...

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Songwriters Rosé and Jisoo take over Twitter trends

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Songwriters Rosé and Jisoo take over Twitter trends

Marissa M. Conner September 8, 2022

On September 8, BLACKPINK finally released the long-awaited tracklist for their upcoming comeback album. NE ROSE. Shortly...

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Singer-songwriters Kerri Powers and Lauren King will perform at the Blackstone River Theater on September 17

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Singer-songwriters Kerri Powers and Lauren King will perform at the Blackstone River Theater on September 17

Marissa M. Conner September 7, 2022

The Blackstone River Theater will present a shared concert featuring Kerri Powers and Lauren King on Saturday,...

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Opelika Songwriters Festival Returns October 14-16

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Opelika Songwriters Festival Returns October 14-16

Marissa M. Conner September 7, 2022

BY KENDYL HOLLINGSWORTH [email protected] OPELIKA — The sound of music will fill the air in downtown Opelika...

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5 new Indian singer-songwriters to hear live

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5 new Indian singer-songwriters to hear live

Marissa M. Conner September 7, 2022

Singer-songwriters (clockwise from top left) Shrae, Shikhar Chaudhary, Anika Bharwani, Priyanka Nath and Brecilla D’Souza. Photos: Courtesy...

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String Sessions: symphonic strings meet talented songwriters

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String Sessions: symphonic strings meet talented songwriters

Marissa M. Conner September 7, 2022

Reading time: 2 minutes String Sessions is a collaboration between the Perth Symphony Orchestra and singer-songwriters from...

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Courtney Barnett is the indie-rock singer-guitarist-songwriter’s triple threat

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Courtney Barnett is the indie-rock singer-guitarist-songwriter’s triple threat

Marissa M. Conner September 6, 2022

Courtney Barnett makes it look and sound so easy. Of course, it is never so easy to...

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SONG PREMIERE: High Heavens delivers lush, synth-driven indie rock on “Life is a Loan Shark”

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SONG PREMIERE: High Heavens delivers lush, synth-driven indie rock on “Life is a Loan Shark”

Marissa M. Conner September 6, 2022

The story of High Heavens begins in 1996 when Austin, Texas emo-punk troubadours Glorium were invited to...

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Bonus Podcast: What’s Wrong with the Annapolis Songwriters Festival?

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Bonus Podcast: What’s Wrong with the Annapolis Songwriters Festival?

Marissa M. Conner September 5, 2022

There’s a lot of noise around town about the September 15-17 grand opening. Annapolis Songwriters Festival. And...

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Indie rock band Local Natives lights up The Rooftop at Pier 17

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Indie rock band Local Natives lights up The Rooftop at Pier 17

Marissa M. Conner September 3, 2022

It’s been three long years since local natives did the trick and the wait was well worth...

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Songwriters Showcase #54 – Moon1, Wellington

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Songwriters Showcase #54 – Moon1, Wellington

Marissa M. Conner September 3, 2022

The 9/11 show features Sofia Machray, Scattered Wreckage and Robyn-Lynn Webber. Sofia Machray – Described by pop...

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The songwriters behind some of the biggest names in the country will be at the Yellowstone Songwriters Festival

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The songwriters behind some of the biggest names in the country will be at the Yellowstone Songwriters Festival

Marissa M. Conner September 2, 2022

***For all things Wyoming, sign up for our daily newsletter*** By Wendy Corr, Cowboy State Daily Have...

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Indie rock is alive and well at music festivals

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Indie rock is alive and well at music festivals

Marissa M. Conner September 2, 2022

If you had to pinpoint a time when the music festival landscape started to change, it was...

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BMI and WBYT B100 Bring Nashville Songwriters to South Bend for Annual In-The-Round Songwriters | New

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BMI and WBYT B100 Bring Nashville Songwriters to South Bend for Annual In-The-Round Songwriters | New

Marissa M. Conner September 2, 2022

BMI recently teamed up (8/27/22) with Federated Media country station WBYT B100 for the 2nd Annual BMI...

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Tyler Hubbard shares his top five tips for songwriters just starting out – Everett Post

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Tyler Hubbard shares his top five tips for songwriters just starting out – Everett Post

Marissa M. Conner September 1, 2022

Best-selling singer-songwriter and former Florida Georgia line Band member Tyler Hubbard offers some of his best advice...

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Fiesta Jam 2022 a showcase of songwriters

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Fiesta Jam 2022 a showcase of songwriters

Marissa M. Conner September 1, 2022

By staff September 01, 2022 Party Jam at Old Oak Square in downtown Marble Falls on October...

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Cotuit Center for the Arts presents Cape Cod singer-songwriters Schuyler Grant and Brian Sances

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Cotuit Center for the Arts presents Cape Cod singer-songwriters Schuyler Grant and Brian Sances

Marissa M. Conner September 1, 2022

Cotuit Center for the Arts presents Cape Cod singer-songwriters Schuyler Grant and Brian Sances, in concert at...

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Songwriters and music publishers will be paid more by streaming services

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Songwriters and music publishers will be paid more by streaming services

Marissa M. Conner August 31, 2022

Music publishers and streaming services have struck a deal to increase songwriters’ pay rates when their music...

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Review: “90 in November” features an indie rock band

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Review: “90 in November” features an indie rock band

Marissa M. Conner August 31, 2022

90 in November Keeled scales Indie band Why Bonnie are stepping off the beaten path with their...

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Win Butler And The Manipulative “Good Guys” In Indie Rock Are The Absolute Worst

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Win Butler And The Manipulative “Good Guys” In Indie Rock Are The Absolute Worst

Marissa M. Conner August 31, 2022

Elsewhere, there was Pinegrove’s Evan Stephens Hall, whose sentimental lyrics and emo-like sound propelled his band into...

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Distressed Damsels, local indie rock band, will perform at the Bourbon Theater | Culture

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Distressed Damsels, local indie rock band, will perform at the Bourbon Theater | Culture

Marissa M. Conner August 31, 2022

Distressed Damsels, a local Lincoln band, will open a three-band performance this week at the Bourbon Theater....

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Snacks at Midnight satisfies indie rock cravings in Gonzaga | Culture & Leisure

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Snacks at Midnight satisfies indie rock cravings in Gonzaga | Culture & Leisure

Marissa M. Conner August 31, 2022

Spokane local band “Snacks at Midnight” performed at Foley Field on the Gonzaga campus on August 29e....

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Indie Rock Band flipturn Talks Debut Album, Future Chicago Shows After Lollapalooza Performance – The Columbia Chronicle

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Indie Rock Band flipturn Talks Debut Album, Future Chicago Shows After Lollapalooza Performance – The Columbia Chronicle

Marissa M. Conner August 30, 2022

Flipturn frontman Dillon Basse plays guitar against colorful visuals at Lollapalooza. Jared Callaway Whether it’s meeting in...

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The best rising indie rock/pop of August 2022

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The best rising indie rock/pop of August 2022

Marissa M. Conner August 30, 2022

What are we talking about when we talk about indie? Since the popularization of the descriptor in...

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Indie Rock Darlings Phoebe Bridgers, Snail Mail, Join A24’s Latest Horror “I Saw the TV Glow”

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Indie Rock Darlings Phoebe Bridgers, Snail Mail, Join A24’s Latest Horror “I Saw the TV Glow”

Marissa M. Conner August 30, 2022

Carolyn Tallmadge 29 August 2022 – 20:52 ...

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Get your tickets now for the first Annapolis Songwriters Festival

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Get your tickets now for the first Annapolis Songwriters Festival

Marissa M. Conner August 26, 2022

The first Annapolis Songwriters Festival will be held September 15-17, 2022 at venues around Annapolis, including City...

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Why did Girlpool break up? Indie Rock duo confirm split 9 years after debut

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Why did Girlpool break up? Indie Rock duo confirm split 9 years after debut

Marissa M. Conner August 26, 2022

Girlpool has shared devastating news nine years after they started promoting themselves as an indie rock duo....

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Women’s Equality Day 2022 | Spotify

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Women’s Equality Day 2022 | Spotify

Marissa M. Conner August 26, 2022

Spotify EQUAL shows the world what gender equity means. Continue reading. EQUAL is Spotify’s global initiative raising...

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Music Row Congratulates Parmalee and Songwriters on ‘Take My Name’ Party #1

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Music Row Congratulates Parmalee and Songwriters on ‘Take My Name’ Party #1

Marissa M. Conner August 25, 2022

Pictured (LR, back row): Jon Loba of BBRMG, Mike Whelan of Round Hill, Mike Sistad of ASCAP,...

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Loretta Lynn is ‘humbled’ by her induction into the Female Songwriters Hall of Fame –

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Loretta Lynn is ‘humbled’ by her induction into the Female Songwriters Hall of Fame –

Marissa M. Conner August 25, 2022

Loretta Lynn receives another accolade for her legendary career. The 90-year-old will be inducted into the Women...

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Loretta Lynn to be inducted into Female Songwriters Hall of Fame, says granddaughter Tayla Lynn will accept

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Loretta Lynn to be inducted into Female Songwriters Hall of Fame, says granddaughter Tayla Lynn will accept

Marissa M. Conner August 25, 2022

Loretta Lynn soon to be inducted into the Women Songwriters Hall of Fame. On August 24, Lynn...

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TACAW to Present Songwriters Round – The Sopris Sun

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TACAW to Present Songwriters Round – The Sopris Sun

Marissa M. Conner August 24, 2022

The Roaring Fork Valley is rich in entertainment opportunities. The valley offers a multitude of options in...

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Antlers & Acorns, Boone’s songwriter festival

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Antlers & Acorns, Boone’s songwriter festival

Marissa M. Conner August 23, 2022

Last updated on Aug 23, 2022 2:19 PM Forty songwriters come to Boone the first full week...

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5 Canadian women who should induct Alanis Morissette into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame instead

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5 Canadian women who should induct Alanis Morissette into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame instead

Marissa M. Conner August 23, 2022

Alanis Morissette performs at Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2020 in December 2019....

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Hippos on campus? Indie Rock Band Headline Fall Lawnparties

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Hippos on campus? Indie Rock Band Headline Fall Lawnparties

Marissa M. Conner August 23, 2022

The fall 2022 lawnparties will feature Twin Cities indie rock outfit Hippo Campus as the headliner, according...

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Singer-songwriters at SOPAC – The Village Green

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Singer-songwriters at SOPAC – The Village Green

Marissa M. Conner August 22, 2022

From the Orange Sud Performing Arts Center: Americana, Folk, Bluegrass, Country and more – programming from the...

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Live music programming: singer-songwriters, jazz tunes and solo mandolin

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Live music programming: singer-songwriters, jazz tunes and solo mandolin

Marissa M. Conner August 22, 2022

Abbie Gardner. Photo by Neale Eckstein Abbie Gardner and Marc Douglas Berardo8 p.m. Friday. One Longfellow Square,...

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Chicago band Así Así release their first indie rock album, ‘Mal de Otros’ | Latin Voice | Chicago News

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Chicago band Así Así release their first indie rock album, ‘Mal de Otros’ | Latin Voice | Chicago News

Marissa M. Conner August 20, 2022

Fernando de Buen, songwriter and leader of Chicago band Así Así, writes and sings in Spanish. But...

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FanTiger Releases ‘Naalayak’ Group’s First Indie Rock Music NFT ‘Nusrat’

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FanTiger Releases ‘Naalayak’ Group’s First Indie Rock Music NFT ‘Nusrat’

Marissa M. Conner August 20, 2022

New Delhi/Chandigarh [India]Aug 20 (ANI/PNN): FanTiger, India’s first dedicated music NFT marketplace, today launched India’s first indie...

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Q&A: How indie rock band Pillow Fite are changing the Halifax scene | Music | Halifax, Nova Scotia

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Q&A: How indie rock band Pillow Fite are changing the Halifax scene | Music | Halifax, Nova Scotia

Marissa M. Conner August 20, 2022

JPillow Fite’s history is undeniably shaped by the pandemic: lyrics formed by text during lockdown, early group...

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Me Like Bees Shares New Indie Rock Single And “Radio” Video Soompi

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Me Like Bees Shares New Indie Rock Single And “Radio” Video Soompi

Marissa M. Conner August 19, 2022

Four pieces based on Joplin Me like bees create an upbeat indie rock escapade with their new...

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Country Songwriters to Provide Entertainment at Next Waves Fundraiser | Brentwood homepage

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Country Songwriters to Provide Entertainment at Next Waves Fundraiser | Brentwood homepage

Marissa M. Conner August 19, 2022

Join Waves for an evening of music featuring original songs and covers from Sam Blasko and Rachel...

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ALBUM REVIEW: Flipturn’s Shadowglow is Indie-Rock at its finest

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ALBUM REVIEW: Flipturn’s Shadowglow is Indie-Rock at its finest

Marissa M. Conner August 19, 2022

Indie-rock band flipturn, consisting of Dillon Basse (vocals, guitar), Madeline Jarman (bass), Devon Vonbalson (drums), Tristan Duncan...

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Fort Wayne singer-songwriter KelsiCote creates Musical Conexion for kids | local arts

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Fort Wayne singer-songwriter KelsiCote creates Musical Conexion for kids | local arts

Marissa M. Conner August 19, 2022

How could an open-mic night in a square in Santiago, Chile years ago benefit the creativity, cognitive...

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Larry Gatlin to headline Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival

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Larry Gatlin to headline Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival

Marissa M. Conner August 18, 2022

Knoxville, Tenn. (WVLT) — There’s picking and painting at the Gatlinburg Songwriters Festival this weekend, with main...

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Between the lines Songwriters Kate Anderson and Elyssa Samsel cry out for optimism

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Between the lines Songwriters Kate Anderson and Elyssa Samsel cry out for optimism

Marissa M. Conner August 18, 2022

“I think we usually find projects that scream optimism,” says Elyssa Samsel, one half of a songwriting...

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DISCOVER: Gemïny brings the soul in his funk-pop indie-rock single “Hesitation”

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• Indie rock

DISCOVER: Gemïny brings the soul in his funk-pop indie-rock single “Hesitation”

Marissa M. Conner August 18, 2022

Released at the end of July, Gemïny dives into a one-track mixer that mixes indie-rock, soul and...

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Singer-songwriters: music was a source of sustenance, answers to prayers | New

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Singer-songwriters: music was a source of sustenance, answers to prayers | New

Marissa M. Conner August 18, 2022

For Allen Shamblin, life would be impossible without music. “There was food, water, air and music,” Shamblin...

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Songwriters reflect on collaboration, good times with Elvis during week-long celebration

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Songwriters reflect on collaboration, good times with Elvis during week-long celebration

Marissa M. Conner August 17, 2022

Songwriters Mike Stoller and Jerry Leiber had written several hit songs by the mid-1950s, and Stoller decided...

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LISTEN: This 70s indie rock hottie will happily be your man

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LISTEN: This 70s indie rock hottie will happily be your man

Marissa M. Conner August 16, 2022

In the heyday of the ’70s, Chris Robison was a New York-based indie rocker — when touring...

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BMI Celebrates Songwriters Behind Jason Aldean’s ‘Trouble With A Heartbreak’ | New

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• Songwriters

BMI Celebrates Songwriters Behind Jason Aldean’s ‘Trouble With A Heartbreak’ | New

Marissa M. Conner August 16, 2022

Pictured (L-R, top row) are songwriters Kurt Allison, BMI songwriter John Morgan, Jason Aldean, songwriter Tully Kennedy,...

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Olivia Rodrigo to induct Alanis Morissette into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

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Olivia Rodrigo to induct Alanis Morissette into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

Marissa M. Conner August 16, 2022

Breadcrumb Links Music In this file photo taken June 27, 2008, Canadian singer Alanis Morissette performs on...

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Olivia Rodrigo Inducts Alanis Morissette into HOF Canadian Songwriters – Billboard

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Olivia Rodrigo Inducts Alanis Morissette into HOF Canadian Songwriters – Billboard

Marissa M. Conner August 16, 2022

Olivia Rodrigo will pay the final tribute to one of her musical icons on September 24 when...

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Olivia Rodrigo to Induct Alanis Morissette into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame – Music News

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• Songwriters

Olivia Rodrigo to Induct Alanis Morissette into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame – Music News

Marissa M. Conner August 16, 2022

Alanis Morissette is set to be inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame by Olivia Rodrigo....

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Alanis Morissette | Olivia Rodrigo to induct Alanis Morissette into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

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Alanis Morissette | Olivia Rodrigo to induct Alanis Morissette into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

Marissa M. Conner August 16, 2022

Alanis Morissette should be inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame by Olivia Rodrigo. The “Ironic”...

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The “Falling” details of Our Violet Room Heartbreak in an upbeat, indie-rock form

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• Indie rock

The “Falling” details of Our Violet Room Heartbreak in an upbeat, indie-rock form

Marissa M. Conner August 15, 2022

Article views: 41 With indie rock sensibilities and thoughtful candor, Our Violet Room“Falling” by...

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Chicago-native Addy Harris rocks tender, imposing indie rock as Rat Tally

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Chicago-native Addy Harris rocks tender, imposing indie rock as Rat Tally

Marissa M. Conner August 15, 2022

Addy Harris sings with dewy sweetness in her band Rat Tally, but you can hear and feel...

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Susan Aglukark shares her culture and inspiration within the circle of songwriters

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Susan Aglukark shares her culture and inspiration within the circle of songwriters

Marissa M. Conner August 13, 2022

Breadcrumb Links Local News “I really like songwriting circles because it gives us the opportunity to give...

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The Songwriters Foundation’s New Title Honors Founder and Longtime Supporter Bruce Burch

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The Songwriters Foundation’s New Title Honors Founder and Longtime Supporter Bruce Burch

Marissa M. Conner August 13, 2022

Aug. 12—A local songwriters foundation has a new name, but its melody hasn’t changed. Established in 2001,...

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How much do songwriters earn?

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How much do songwriters earn?

Marissa M. Conner August 12, 2022

Photo credit: Priscilla Du Preez I’m not going to pretend that making a living as a songwriter...

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Songwriters Night, Baseball Fundraisers, Classic Cars

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Songwriters Night, Baseball Fundraisers, Classic Cars

Marissa M. Conner August 11, 2022

This weekend, get out and enjoy some live music for a good cause, race the classic cars...

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“Find Your Stage” Conference Invites Singer-Songwriters to Connect with Twin Cities Music Industry Leaders

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• Songwriters

“Find Your Stage” Conference Invites Singer-Songwriters to Connect with Twin Cities Music Industry Leaders

Marissa M. Conner August 11, 2022

Conference “Find your scene” for singer-songwriters Scan this QR code with your phone’s camera app to learn...

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Sixth Annual SONGWRITERS IN PARADISE Cabo Unveils Artist Lineup

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• Songwriters

Sixth Annual SONGWRITERS IN PARADISE Cabo Unveils Artist Lineup

Marissa M. Conner August 11, 2022

Hot on the heels of the hugely successful launch of Songwriters in Paradise Healdsburg, an experience that...

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Insider Tips: Built to Spill’s ’90s Indie Rock Expertise Comes to Cincinnati’s Woodward Theater | Music function | Cincinnati

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Insider Tips: Built to Spill’s ’90s Indie Rock Expertise Comes to Cincinnati’s Woodward Theater | Music function | Cincinnati

Marissa M. Conner August 10, 2022

Click to enlarge Photo: Courtesy of Woodward Theater Built to overflow Built to Spill lives on, which...

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Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils Artist Roster

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Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Unveils Artist Roster

Marissa M. Conner August 10, 2022

Hot on the heels of the hugely successful launch of Songwriters in Paradise Healdsburg, an experience that...

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