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Steve Miller inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame: “It’s the highest honor of my career”

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Steve Miller inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame: “It’s the highest honor of my career”

Marissa M. Conner June 17, 2022

L-Bryan Cranston; R-Steve Miller; L. Busacca/Getty Images for the Songwriters Hall of Fame Steve Miller is in...

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Mariah Carey, Isley Brothers, Steve Miller

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Mariah Carey, Isley Brothers, Steve Miller

Marissa M. Conner June 16, 2022

NEW YORK — Silent for two years, the Songwriters Hall of Fame is ready to party again,...

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Tickets on sale now for the first Annapolis Songwriters Festival

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Tickets on sale now for the first Annapolis Songwriters Festival

Marissa M. Conner June 16, 2022

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

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Songwriters and producers have a 50% share on music projects

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Songwriters and producers have a 50% share on music projects

Marissa M. Conner June 15, 2022

Black Market Records singer, songwriter and producer Andrew Ojambo aka Daddy Andre says that out of every...

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YouTube launches dedicated hub for songwriters and producers

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YouTube launches dedicated hub for songwriters and producers

Marissa M. Conner June 14, 2022

Photo credit: Nick Karvounis Less than two weeks after the rollout of Spotify’s “In Focus” artist resource,...

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Live music programming: singer-songwriters and some show tunes

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Live music programming: singer-songwriters and some show tunes

Marissa M. Conner June 13, 2022

Melissa Ferrick. Photo by Shervin Lainez Melissa Ferrick8 p.m. Friday. One Longfellow Square, Portland, $20 in advance,...

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Local Songwriters Release ‘Hot’ New Track | New

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Local Songwriters Release ‘Hot’ New Track | New

Marissa M. Conner June 11, 2022

Local songwriter Bill Dann and Denny Pompa recently released a new unreleased song on a favorite hot...

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Tamaki Makaurau Pianists and Songwriters Light Up Auckland for Illuminate Matariki Series

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Tamaki Makaurau Pianists and Songwriters Light Up Auckland for Illuminate Matariki Series

Marissa M. Conner June 9, 2022

Friday, June 10, 2022, 8:52 a.m.Press release: Light up Matariki From June 24 to July 3, some...

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Study: Female songwriters are abandoning the cult…

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Study: Female songwriters are abandoning the cult…

Marissa M. Conner June 9, 2022

When songwriter Krissy Nordhoff moved to Nashville in 1996, she had hoped to be guided and supported...

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Grammys Add Awards for Songwriters, Video Games and Poetry

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Grammys Add Awards for Songwriters, Video Games and Poetry

Marissa M. Conner June 9, 2022

The 2023 Grammy Awards will feature five new competitive categories, including those recognizing contributions by songwriters, music...

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Josh Osborne, Cole Swindell and Other Great Songwriters Share Their Top Tips

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Josh Osborne, Cole Swindell and Other Great Songwriters Share Their Top Tips

Marissa M. Conner June 4, 2022

When it comes to songwriting, there’s more than one way to succeed in the business. If you...

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One of today’s most celebrated singer-songwriters HER comes to Portsmouth – Daily Press

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One of today’s most celebrated singer-songwriters HER comes to Portsmouth – Daily Press

Marissa M. Conner June 3, 2022

PORTSMOUTH — She’s coming. She as in HER – Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson – brings her Back of...

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One of today’s most famous singer-songwriters, HER, is coming to Portsmouth – The Virginian-Pilot

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One of today’s most famous singer-songwriters, HER, is coming to Portsmouth – The Virginian-Pilot

Marissa M. Conner June 3, 2022

PORTSMOUTH — She’s coming. She as in HER – Gabriella Sarmiento Wilson – brings her Back of...

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Harry Styles Rules Top 100 Songwriters Chart – Billboard

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Harry Styles Rules Top 100 Songwriters Chart – Billboard

Marissa M. Conner June 2, 2022

Harry Styles reaches No. 1 on Billboard‘s Hot 100 Songwriters Chart (dated June 4), while Kid Harpoon...

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Seattle Singer-Songwriters Provide Intimate Spaces to Share Original Music | Community

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Seattle Singer-Songwriters Provide Intimate Spaces to Share Original Music | Community

Marissa M. Conner June 2, 2022

Olivia Ooman Amid the prevalence of the punk and grunge scene in Seattle, singer-songwriter music has recently...

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Meet one of the best local singer-songwriters in Boston right now

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Meet one of the best local singer-songwriters in Boston right now

Marissa M. Conner June 1, 2022

music club “I realized that being 100% honest with myself is more important than anything else in...

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Songwriters Workshop This Month – NZ Herald

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Songwriters Workshop This Month – NZ Herald

Marissa M. Conner June 1, 2022

Terry Sarten and Juliette McLean. Photo / Provided Taranaki musician Juliet McLean will lead a songwriting workshop...

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Live music lineup: pair of singer-songwriters and lots of soul and rock

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Live music lineup: pair of singer-songwriters and lots of soul and rock

Marissa M. Conner May 30, 2022

Lucy Kaplansky. Photo by Beowulf Sheehan Lucy Kaplanski8 p.m. Friday. One Longfellow Square, 181 State St., Portland,...

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Justin Timberlake sells music catalog rights, youngest songwriter to cash in

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Justin Timberlake sells music catalog rights, youngest songwriter to cash in

Marissa M. Conner May 26, 2022

Residence Business Justin Timberlake Sells Music Catalog Rights, Youngest Songwriter Ever… ...

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Sony Music to Expand Unclaimed Balance Program to More Artists and Songwriters

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Sony Music to Expand Unclaimed Balance Program to More Artists and Songwriters

Marissa M. Conner May 26, 2022

Last June, Sony Music Group made the historic announcement that it would no longer apply existing uncollected...

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Tennessee Walt’s Three Chords and the Truth: The Nation’s Greatest Songwriters

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Tennessee Walt’s Three Chords and the Truth: The Nation’s Greatest Songwriters

Marissa M. Conner May 25, 2022

‘The country’s greatest songwriters’ come to Wantagh The traditional country music image is of...

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“I’m worried about future songwriters – things have to change”

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“I’m worried about future songwriters – things have to change”

Marissa M. Conner May 25, 2022

RAYE spoke about the challenges young songwriters face and what needs to change with major labels in...

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Alanis Morissette to be inducted into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

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Alanis Morissette to be inducted into Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame

Marissa M. Conner May 25, 2022

TORONTO – Alanis Morissette earns a spot in the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame. Organizers have named...

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SWAN creates a community of songwriters on campus

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SWAN creates a community of songwriters on campus

Marissa M. Conner May 25, 2022

Podcast (sound source): play in a new window | To download Subscribe: Spotify | One of the...

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Four Reasons Songwriters Should Perform Their Songs If Possible | The weekly

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Four Reasons Songwriters Should Perform Their Songs If Possible | The weekly

Marissa M. Conner May 24, 2022

I am aware that some songwriters neither sing nor play an instrument, however, the vast majority do...

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“One of the greatest songwriters of his generation”

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“One of the greatest songwriters of his generation”

Marissa M. Conner May 23, 2022

Cathal Coughlan, the Cork musician who died aged 61, was widely recognized as one of the greatest...

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An Evening with Operation Song, Featuring Hall of Fame Songwriters

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An Evening with Operation Song, Featuring Hall of Fame Songwriters

Marissa M. Conner May 23, 2022

June 2022 benefit concert at Nashville for the military community features legendary songwriters Brett James, Jim Collinsand...

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Lil Nas X To Be Honored At 2022 Songwriters Hall Of Fame Ceremony

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Lil Nas X To Be Honored At 2022 Songwriters Hall Of Fame Ceremony

Marissa M. Conner May 22, 2022

Lil Nas X is set to be honored at the 2022 Songwriters Hall of Fame ceremony next...

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7 singers who weren’t successful songwriters

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7 singers who weren’t successful songwriters

Marissa M. Conner May 20, 2022

The job of frontman is difficult. You have to dazzle an audience, perform a song, sing it...

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Local songwriters share tips for creating the perfect song | Destination

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Local songwriters share tips for creating the perfect song | Destination

Marissa M. Conner May 20, 2022

Dayton-area musician Dave Munsick is a self-proclaimed “storyteller” — a man who has made an impact through...

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Songwriters live in fear of ‘stupid lawsuits’

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Songwriters live in fear of ‘stupid lawsuits’

Marissa M. Conner May 20, 2022

Lucas Keller describes it as a form of inevitability. He says, “I just sort of accepted in...

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Austin Burke helps songwriters by donating 15% of his masters

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Austin Burke helps songwriters by donating 15% of his masters

Marissa M. Conner May 20, 2022

Austin Burke feels that the importance of songwriting and songwriters in the Nashville community has been …...

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Songwriters: 4 Tools You Need to Understand and Promote Your Music

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Songwriters: 4 Tools You Need to Understand and Promote Your Music

Marissa M. Conner May 19, 2022

Learn how Songwriter Pages, Noteable, Spotify for Publishing, and Playlists Written By help songwriters, producers, and publishers...

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Colin Cutler’s songwriters in the round | News

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Colin Cutler’s songwriters in the round | News

Marissa M. Conner May 18, 2022

Hello, Greenboro. Seven years ago, while at UNC-G, I started a songwriter showcase on Tate Street, which...

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Sarz, YouTube partner to train new producers and songwriters | The Guardian Nigeria News

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Sarz, YouTube partner to train new producers and songwriters | The Guardian Nigeria News

Marissa M. Conner May 17, 2022

By Oreoritse Tariemi May 17, 2022 | 4:58 p.m. Sarz Academy has collaborated with YouTube Music to...

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Award-winning songwriters and artists Will Diehl and Anders Wihk release upbeat new single “Springtime In My Heart”

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Award-winning songwriters and artists Will Diehl and Anders Wihk release upbeat new single “Springtime In My Heart”

Marissa M. Conner May 16, 2022

Springtime single In My Heart performed by Anders Wihk and Will Diehl and written by Will Diehl,...

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Disney songwriters wrote Ringo Starr’s last #1 song

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Disney songwriters wrote Ringo Starr’s last #1 song

Marissa M. Conner May 16, 2022

Many Ringo Starr songs have been written by other musicians. For example, one of Ringo’s greatest hits...

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Greenpoint Songwriters Exchange provides collaborative space for local musicians

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Greenpoint Songwriters Exchange provides collaborative space for local musicians

Marissa M. Conner May 14, 2022

GREENPOINT, Brooklyn (PIX11) – The Greenpoint Songwriters Exchange is a group of musicians who come together in...

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Leitrim’s Aspiring Songwriters: Ability to Record and Film Your Song

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Leitrim’s Aspiring Songwriters: Ability to Record and Film Your Song

Marissa M. Conner May 13, 2022

Aspiring songwriters in Leitrim are encouraged to enter the Night and Day Song Contest in association with...

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Songwriters Association welcomes Kresgepalooza for student musicians

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Songwriters Association welcomes Kresgepalooza for student musicians

Marissa M. Conner May 13, 2022

Annie Xia, Associate Arts and Entertainment EditorMay 12, 2022 Last term, communications junior Eddie Ko was walking...

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Zach Bryan reaches No. 1 on Billboard country songwriter chart

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Zach Bryan reaches No. 1 on Billboard country songwriter chart

Marissa M. Conner May 12, 2022

Oklahoma country star Zach Bryan continues his meteoric rise ahead of the release of his Warner Records...

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The Next Generation of Songwriters Demand Fair Compensation at the BMI Pop Awards

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The Next Generation of Songwriters Demand Fair Compensation at the BMI Pop Awards

Marissa M. Conner May 11, 2022

The 70th annual BMI Pop Awards took over the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, California on...

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Songwriters Can Get a 32% Increase in Mechanical Royalties for Downloads and Physical Products – EDM.com

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Songwriters Can Get a 32% Increase in Mechanical Royalties for Downloads and Physical Products – EDM.com

Marissa M. Conner May 11, 2022

The Copyright Royalty Board has reportedly been asked by major rights holders and publishers to increase mechanical...

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McLemore Songwriters Series returns May 19

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McLemore Songwriters Series returns May 19

Marissa M. Conner May 10, 2022

McLemore has announced the premiere of its second annual Songwriter Series which is scheduled for May 19....

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A New Day for Songwriters: 32% Increase + Inflation Index

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A New Day for Songwriters: 32% Increase + Inflation Index

Marissa M. Conner May 9, 2022

In one fell swoop, labels did something right for songwriters and, incidentally, also helped reluctant publishers by...

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Key West Songwriters Fest Stars Top American Music Makers – CBS Miami

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Key West Songwriters Fest Stars Top American Music Makers – CBS Miami

Marissa M. Conner May 8, 2022

KEY WEST, Fla. (CBSMiami/FKNB) — The Key West Songwriters Festival wraps up Sunday night after treating music...

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Interview with “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” Songwriters Tom Mizer and Curtis Moore – Sound and Screen – Deadline

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Interview with “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel” Songwriters Tom Mizer and Curtis Moore – Sound and Screen – Deadline

Marissa M. Conner May 6, 2022

When it came to creating original period songs for The Marvelous Mrs. Maiselof the fourth season, composer-songwriters...

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Singer-songwriters Mahesh Raghunandan, Sidharth Bendi and Alvin Presley launch Feels Express tour

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Singer-songwriters Mahesh Raghunandan, Sidharth Bendi and Alvin Presley launch Feels Express tour

Marissa M. Conner May 6, 2022

Singer-songwriters Sidharth Bendi, Alvin Presley and Mahesh Raghunandan. Photo: Bharani Kumar When the pandemic hit and changed...

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Wem: Acoustic show to pay tribute to famous songwriters

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Wem: Acoustic show to pay tribute to famous songwriters

Marissa M. Conner May 6, 2022

AN ACOUSTIC show paying tribute to the greatest songwriters, including George Harrison and Don McLean, will come...

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Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Reveals 2022 Dates and Initial Lineup

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Sixth Annual Songwriters in Paradise Cabo Reveals 2022 Dates and Initial Lineup

Marissa M. Conner May 5, 2022

Songwriters in Paradise is thrilled to announce the sixth annual SIP CABO, taking place November 30 –...

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Mpl. songwriters/producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis named to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

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Mpl. songwriters/producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis named to Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Marissa M. Conner May 4, 2022

Prince kicked them out of Time in 1983 because they missed a gig while working as record...

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Opelika Songwriters Festival announces fall lineup

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Opelika Songwriters Festival announces fall lineup

Marissa M. Conner May 4, 2022

PROVIDED BY THE BARRIER OF SOUND OPELIKA — For the past four years, the Opelika Songwriters Festival...

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Maine songwriters take the stage

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Maine songwriters take the stage

Marissa M. Conner May 4, 2022

The Maine Songwriters Association continues its spring program of songwriters on stage at Frontier in Brunswick with...

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TikTok serves as an imperative scout to discover new songwriters and small businesses – Inklings News

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TikTok serves as an imperative scout to discover new songwriters and small businesses – Inklings News

Marissa M. Conner May 3, 2022

Everything seems to start with an online presence these days. To succeed in entertainment, having a large...

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Singer-songwriters share the stage on Nanaimo’s upcoming show – Nanaimo News Bulletin

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Singer-songwriters share the stage on Nanaimo’s upcoming show – Nanaimo News Bulletin

Marissa M. Conner May 3, 2022

Singer-songwriters Laura Kelsey and Carl Longstaff are ready to make up for lost time during the COVID-19...

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Singer-songwriters Ty Warner and Olivia Frances release their powerful debut single, “Love is Everywhere” on World Love Day

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Singer-songwriters Ty Warner and Olivia Frances release their powerful debut single, “Love is Everywhere” on World Love Day

Marissa M. Conner May 2, 2022

(Nashville, Tenn. – May 2, 2022) – Authors-composers-performers, Ty Warner and Olivia Frances are delighted to announce...

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Peter Calo and Anne Carpenter perform the sounds of timeless singer-songwriters at the Westchester Collaborative Theater on May 14

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Peter Calo and Anne Carpenter perform the sounds of timeless singer-songwriters at the Westchester Collaborative Theater on May 14

Marissa M. Conner May 2, 2022

On Saturday May 14, the Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) will present the...

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Kaua’i Songwriters Music Festival is Saturday

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Kaua’i Songwriters Music Festival is Saturday

Marissa M. Conner May 1, 2022

Wordsmiths and musicians from across Hawai’i gather Saturday at the Kaua’i Songwriters Music Festival. The state’s first-ever...

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Support program for budding songwriters

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Support program for budding songwriters

Marissa M. Conner April 30, 2022

Aspiring songwriters in the region will have the chance to learn from some of the best in...

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Copyrighted Lanarkshire songwriters with The Weeknd release first single

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Copyrighted Lanarkshire songwriters with The Weeknd release first single

Marissa M. Conner April 28, 2022

A pair of Lanarkshire songwriters who are battling a copyright dispute with The Weeknd say it’s time...

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Four Essential Tools to Understand and Promote Your Work – Spotify for Artists

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Four Essential Tools to Understand and Promote Your Work – Spotify for Artists

Marissa M. Conner April 28, 2022

There would be no music industry if there were no songwriters, and publishers are the critical piece...

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Chase McGill #1 on Country Songwriters List with Morgan Wallen, Cole Swindell Hit – Billboard

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Chase McGill #1 on Country Songwriters List with Morgan Wallen, Cole Swindell Hit – Billboard

Marissa M. Conner April 28, 2022

Chase McGill reaches No. 1 on Billboard‘s Country Songwriters Chart (dated April 30), reigning supreme with a...

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Songwriters voluntarily drop Drake from ‘no guidance’ lawsuit

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Songwriters voluntarily drop Drake from ‘no guidance’ lawsuit

Marissa M. Conner April 27, 2022

Roommates, looks like Drake might be off the hook! Apparently, Champagne Papi is no longer being sued...

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Prolific songwriters Jeremy Strother and Bobbie Lee Stamper team up to create RACING BIRDS

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Prolific songwriters Jeremy Strother and Bobbie Lee Stamper team up to create RACING BIRDS

Marissa M. Conner April 26, 2022

Combining forces to merge their unique perspectives on storytelling, Sydney Jeremy Strother & Bobbie Lee stamp are...

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The Women’s Songwriters Hall of Fame Celebrates Pioneering Women Songwriters Washington, D.C.

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The Women’s Songwriters Hall of Fame Celebrates Pioneering Women Songwriters Washington, D.C.

Marissa M. Conner April 22, 2022

Jody Watley Gloria Estefan Iconic and Legendary Female Songwriters Receive Recognition for Contributions to Music at Second...

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Australian and Canadian songwriters take part in first virtual camp

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Australian and Canadian songwriters take part in first virtual camp

Marissa M. Conner April 22, 2022

Australians and Canadians have a lot in common, from language to a love of challenging sports. Now,...

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Wagga Songwriters Mentored by Ilan Kidron, Chloe Dadd and Annie Hamilton | The Daily Advertiser

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Wagga Songwriters Mentored by Ilan Kidron, Chloe Dadd and Annie Hamilton | The Daily Advertiser

Marissa M. Conner April 21, 2022

news, local news, WAGGA songwriters were put through their paces on Thursday at the SongMakers Workshop, given...

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The Effectiveness of Protest Songs – Four Songwriters Discuss Pretty Much Pop: A Culture Podcast #121

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The Effectiveness of Protest Songs – Four Songwriters Discuss Pretty Much Pop: A Culture Podcast #121

Marissa M. Conner April 21, 2022

https://podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/partiallyexaminedlife/PMP_121_3-24-22.mp3 Are protest songs effective, either as protest or songs? Your host Mark Linsenmayer is joined by...

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3rd Annual Opelika Songwriters Festival Announces Initial Lineup for 2022

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3rd Annual Opelika Songwriters Festival Announces Initial Lineup for 2022

Marissa M. Conner April 20, 2022

Over the past four years, the Opelika Songwriters Festival attracted die-hard live music fans across the Southeast...

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How the CRB Blew the NMPA’s Gaslight on Songwriters

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How the CRB Blew the NMPA’s Gaslight on Songwriters

Marissa M. Conner April 19, 2022

Vinyl records, one of many physical formats deemed “de minimis” by the NMPA (photo: Bru-nO) The National...

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The Women Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards return to induct iconic hitmakers in Washington, DC on June 25

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The Women Songwriters Hall of Fame Awards return to induct iconic hitmakers in Washington, DC on June 25

Marissa M. Conner April 15, 2022

Female Songwriters Hall of Fame – 2022 Inductees *The Female Songwriter Hall of Fame (WSHOF) Awards returns...

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Songwriters in the Round Event Comes to High Point | Music

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Songwriters in the Round Event Comes to High Point | Music

Marissa M. Conner April 15, 2022

The High Point Arts Council is proud to present a new concert series: Songwriters in the Round....

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Songwriters Carole Bayer Sager and Mike Stoller to be honored as BMI icons

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Songwriters Carole Bayer Sager and Mike Stoller to be honored as BMI icons

Marissa M. Conner April 13, 2022

Legendary music makers Carole Bayer Sager and Mike Stoller will be honored as BMI Icons on May...

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AudioValley launches Bridger, a new independent rights management entity for songwriters

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AudioValley launches Bridger, a new independent rights management entity for songwriters

Marissa M. Conner April 13, 2022

BRUSSELS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Regulatory news: AudioValley (Paris: ALAVY) (Brussels: ALAVY), international specialist in B2B solutions in digital audio, (ISIN...

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Songwriters collaborate with Holocaust survivors for PBS series

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Songwriters collaborate with Holocaust survivors for PBS series

Marissa M. Conner April 12, 2022

Witness the healing powers of music and friendship as Holocaust survivors share their stories with songwriters on...

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Sony Music Publishing donates $100,000 to songwriters organization – Billboard

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Sony Music Publishing donates $100,000 to songwriters organization – Billboard

Marissa M. Conner April 12, 2022

Sony Music Publishing is donating $100,000 to The 100 Percenters, a 250-member organization that champions music creators...

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“Songwriters Had More Range Back Then” – How Nigerian Funk Preserves Old Nigerian Music With “Golden Lady”

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“Songwriters Had More Range Back Then” – How Nigerian Funk Preserves Old Nigerian Music With “Golden Lady”

Marissa M. Conner April 11, 2022

What happens when young producers like Suté Iwar, Sir Bastien, DJ Lolu and Lobi remix popular hits...

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Nashville singer-songwriters to perform at Pepperdine Associates 46th Annual Dinner

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Nashville singer-songwriters to perform at Pepperdine Associates 46th Annual Dinner

Marissa M. Conner April 11, 2022

Saturday, May 7, the 46and The Pepperdine Associates Annual Dinner will celebrate the unity of spirit of...

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Killphonic Rights is an advocate for independent songwriters

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Killphonic Rights is an advocate for independent songwriters

Marissa M. Conner April 10, 2022

Killphonic Rights is a neighboring rights publishing and administration company and platform that serves as a strong...

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The Mockingbird Songwriters Music Festival returns to Leland this weekend

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The Mockingbird Songwriters Music Festival returns to Leland this weekend

Marissa M. Conner April 8, 2022

The 2nd Annual Mockingbird Songwriters Music Festival is set to take...

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‘Levitating’ and ‘POV’ Songwriters in Conversation for ASCAP Pop Music Awards

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‘Levitating’ and ‘POV’ Songwriters in Conversation for ASCAP Pop Music Awards

Marissa M. Conner April 7, 2022

In celebration of the ASCAP Pop Music Awards 2022April 12 and 13 ASCAP experience will host two...

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‘Positions’ Songwriters in Conversation for ASCAP Pop Music Awards

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‘Positions’ Songwriters in Conversation for ASCAP Pop Music Awards

Marissa M. Conner April 7, 2022

In celebration of the ASCAP Pop Music Awards 2022on April 13 the ASCAP experience will host a...

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Paul McCartney’s childhood home will be open to young songwriters | Q104.3

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Paul McCartney’s childhood home will be open to young songwriters | Q104.3

Marissa M. Conner April 7, 2022

Paul McCartneyThe family of opens their childhood home to serve unknown artists. The Forthlin Sessions initiative is...

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The Bacon Brothers: Road Warriors, Songwriters, Pillars of Alexandria

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The Bacon Brothers: Road Warriors, Songwriters, Pillars of Alexandria

Marissa M. Conner April 7, 2022

By Cody Mello-Klein | [email protected] Alexandria has been home to many famous faces over the years, from...

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Song Montana songwriters’ workshop is Saturday in Ronan

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Song Montana songwriters’ workshop is Saturday in Ronan

Marissa M. Conner April 7, 2022

In cooperation with the Western Montana Musicians Co-op and The Red Poppy Stage, Song Montana announces a...

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‘LEVITATING’ AND ‘POSITIONS’ SINGERS-SONGSHARE TIPS ON COLLABORATION AND MORE IN TWO ASCAP EXPERIENCE SESSIONS AT ASCAP POP MUSIC AWARDS

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‘LEVITATING’ AND ‘POSITIONS’ SINGERS-SONGSHARE TIPS ON COLLABORATION AND MORE IN TWO ASCAP EXPERIENCE SESSIONS AT ASCAP POP MUSIC AWARDS

Marissa M. Conner April 7, 2022

“Levitating: Sarah Hudson & Clarence Coffee Jr. in conversation” on April 12 and “point of view: Tommy...

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AMERICAN THEATER | Songwriters Isabella Dawis and Tidtaya Sinutoke win Fred Ebb Award

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AMERICAN THEATER | Songwriters Isabella Dawis and Tidtaya Sinutoke win Fred Ebb Award

Marissa M. Conner April 6, 2022

Isabella Dawis and Tidtaya Sinutoke. NEW YORK CITY: The Fred Ebb Foundation will present the 17th Annual...

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From Rosalía to Taylor Swift: Songwriters Wrongly Suspected of Not Creating Their Own Work | Culture

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From Rosalía to Taylor Swift: Songwriters Wrongly Suspected of Not Creating Their Own Work | Culture

Marissa M. Conner April 6, 2022

When Puerto Rican rapper Rauw Alejandro and Spanish singer Rosalía started dating, she was working on her...

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Tybee Island welcomes singers and songwriters for the 2nd festival | Music | Savannah News, Events, Restaurants, Music

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Tybee Island welcomes singers and songwriters for the 2nd festival | Music | Savannah News, Events, Restaurants, Music

Marissa M. Conner April 6, 2022

The second Tybee Island Songwriters Festival will be held April 7-9 after a two-year hiatus. The seaside...

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KEY WEST SONWRITERS FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2022 LINEUP

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KEY WEST SONWRITERS FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2022 LINEUP

Marissa M. Conner April 5, 2022

The songwriters behind some of America’s biggest country hits are set to perform at the 26th Annual...

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Colorado Edition: Collaborative aims to strengthen local journalism; rural songwriters discuss their craft

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Colorado Edition: Collaborative aims to strengthen local journalism; rural songwriters discuss their craft

Marissa M. Conner April 4, 2022

In many parts of the country, sources for local journalism are in decline. A recent report of...

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Why Justin Bieber’s ‘Peaches’ Has 11 Songwriters

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Why Justin Bieber’s ‘Peaches’ Has 11 Songwriters

Marissa M. Conner April 3, 2022

We know Justin Bieber released his “Peaches” in Georgia and his weed in California, but tracing the...

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Get ready for a musical concert with extraordinary singer-songwriters at Wauchope Arts Hall | Port Macquarie News

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Get ready for a musical concert with extraordinary singer-songwriters at Wauchope Arts Hall | Port Macquarie News

Marissa M. Conner April 3, 2022

newsletters, editors’ picklist, Wauchope Community Arts Council, Emily Lubitz, Andrea Kirwin, Claire Evelynn, Tinpan Orange, Wauchope The...

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Accomplished songwriters join unique art workshop for underserved teens

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Accomplished songwriters join unique art workshop for underserved teens

Marissa M. Conner April 3, 2022

WHAT________________WriteGirl’s 21st Annual Songwriting Workshop on Saturday, March 19, 2022 will offer non-binary teen and youth girls...

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Malaysian-Swiss singer Timur’s debut single boasts credible K-pop songwriters

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Malaysian-Swiss singer Timur’s debut single boasts credible K-pop songwriters

Marissa M. Conner April 2, 2022

Malaysian-Swiss singer Timur is making her debut in the music industry with impressive support. Signed to Malaysian...

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Iowa songwriters headline Monday Night Live!

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Iowa songwriters headline Monday Night Live!

Marissa M. Conner April 1, 2022

Turn at 24and Street in Des Moines’ Drake neighborhood, and there’s xBk, a nondescript black and gray...

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The Key West Songwriters Festival will feature over 175 hitmakers May 4-8

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The Key West Songwriters Festival will feature over 175 hitmakers May 4-8

Marissa M. Conner March 31, 2022

Updated March 31, 2022 KEY WEST, Florida Keys – Audiences can rock, swing and sing along to...

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Music industry has made ‘insignificant’ progress for women songwriters, artists and producers: USC Annenberg Study

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Music industry has made ‘insignificant’ progress for women songwriters, artists and producers: USC Annenberg Study

Marissa M. Conner March 31, 2022

On the final day of Women’s History Month, findings from a new research report from the USC...

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SOCAN attracts more Canadian songwriters, composers and music publishers than ever

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SOCAN attracts more Canadian songwriters, composers and music publishers than ever

Marissa M. Conner March 31, 2022

Unofficial financial data indicates continued international and digital growth, although average total streaming royalties are only $67.14...

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Warner Chappell signs global publishing deal with Morat Songwriters

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Warner Chappell signs global publishing deal with Morat Songwriters

Marissa M. Conner March 30, 2022

Photo credit: Warner Chappell Music Warner Chappell Music has signed a global publishing deal with Latin pop...

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Universal Music Publishing Group, the Audio Up team will sign songwriters to create music for…

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Universal Music Publishing Group, the Audio Up team will sign songwriters to create music for…

Marissa M. Conner March 30, 2022

Gutstadt UNIVERSAL MUSIC PUBLISHING GROUP and JARED GUTSTADT’s AUDIO...

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Murten Singer-Songwriters Sign Publishing Deal With Warner Chappell – Billboard

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Murten Singer-Songwriters Sign Publishing Deal With Warner Chappell – Billboard

Marissa M. Conner March 29, 2022

Juan Pablo Isaza and Juan Pablo Villamil, lead singers and songwriters from Morat, have signed a worldwide...

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Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival kicks off

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Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival kicks off

Marissa M. Conner March 29, 2022

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — After two years away from the spotlight, the songwriters return to Nashville for...

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Country music songwriters for George Strait, Garth Brooks steals the show in Houston

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Country music songwriters for George Strait, Garth Brooks steals the show in Houston

Marissa M. Conner March 29, 2022

What: Avondale House “Hear Our Voices, Evening Embracing Autism” Or: River Oaks Country Club PC time: Authors-composers-performers...

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Songwriters and music fans should beware of Ed Sheeran plagiarism case

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Songwriters and music fans should beware of Ed Sheeran plagiarism case

Marissa M. Conner March 29, 2022

An old myth debunked once suggested that human beings only use about 10% of their brains at...

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BMI recognizes 2022 Texas Heritage Songwriters Association Hall of Fame inductee Mark James with multiple multi-million tune certificates covered by Elvis, Willie Nelson, BJ Thomas

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BMI recognizes 2022 Texas Heritage Songwriters Association Hall of Fame inductee Mark James with multiple multi-million tune certificates covered by Elvis, Willie Nelson, BJ Thomas

Marissa M. Conner March 28, 2022

Legendary Texas songwriter Mark James recognized at the Texas Songwriters Hall of Fame weekend, earning certificates for...

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March 28, 2022 | Daily briefs | Songwriters Festival. Jewelry prices. Estonian Choir. Ukrainian fundraising. Film Festival News!

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March 28, 2022 | Daily briefs | Songwriters Festival. Jewelry prices. Estonian Choir. Ukrainian fundraising. Film Festival News!

Marissa M. Conner March 28, 2022

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

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Watch: Newsies’ Ben Fankhauser Creates New Song From Vampirina Songwriters Kooman and Dimond

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Watch: Newsies’ Ben Fankhauser Creates New Song From Vampirina Songwriters Kooman and Dimond

Marissa M. Conner March 25, 2022

“Chaos” is the first in a series of theatrical pop singles exploring life and love in the...

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Third Annual SONWRITERS IN PARADISE Comes to Napa, April 21-24

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Third Annual SONWRITERS IN PARADISE Comes to Napa, April 21-24

Marissa M. Conner March 25, 2022

The third annual NAPA SIP will take place April 21-24 with more than a dozen of Music...

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Top tips for songwriters from ASCAP, BMI, MMF, etc. – Spotify for Artists

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Top tips for songwriters from ASCAP, BMI, MMF, etc. – Spotify for Artists

Marissa M. Conner March 24, 2022

The publishing industry – which represents songwriters and producers – is incredibly complex. It’s full of acronyms...

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