http://news.prlog.org/tag/songwriting/songwriting - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12122336-singer-songwriter-community-gives-back-to-wheelchair-bound-videographer.htmlRon Sarfaty ("the guy in the wheel chair" who video tapes the singer-songwriters all over Los Angeles without ever charging a dime) totaled his accessible van a couple of weeks ago. http://www.prlog.org/12066055-songdoor-2012-winners-announced.htmlThe winners of the SongDoor 2012 International Songwriting Competition have been announced: the Grand Award has gone to Debra Gussin and Rik Howard, of Los Angeles, CA for their song, "Is That You?," which also won the Christian category. http://www.prlog.org/12022409-lucky-bat-books-publishes-foreign-edition-of-janis-ian-autobiography.htmlSociety’s Child, the autobiography of Grammy award-winning singer and author Janis Ian, is now available in ebook and print for foreign markets, published, 2012, by a revolutionary new company. http://www.prlog.org/12014683-buckeye-alumnus-produces-new-single-for-local-artist.htmlOhio State alumnus, music producer Anthony Clint Jr. teams up with local singer-songwriter to produce her newest single in Atlanta, GA. The new single is one of many collaborations between the Ohio-bred producer and Ohio artists. http://www.prlog.org/12000116-just-30-days-left-songdoor-2012-international-songwriting-competition-ends-november-15.htmlSongDoor 2012 entries must either be postmarked by November 15 or submitted online by midnight CST, November 15. All entrants receive a free all-access trial to SongU.com, plus free key-transposing software. http://www.prlog.org/11997344-mary-steenburgen-to-judge-songwriting-competition.htmlAcademy Award winning actress Mary Steenburgen will be among the judges for the 2012 Alchemy Songwriting Competition. The competition is open to songwriters in all genres and is accepting entries until November 1, 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11967345-new-social-network-fuels-creativity-opportunity-for-songwriters.htmlBy George Pictures announced the beta launch of Ditty Pad™, a new social network for songwriters. http://www.prlog.org/11944876-bohemian-viennacc-publishes-song-analysis.htmlAustrian musician ViennaCC publishes detailed song analysis of his newest song "Baby Give Me One More Chance". http://www.prlog.org/11932994-songwriter-tv-show-using-kickstarter-to-launch-at-berklee.htmlNew Show Will Give Viewers Opportunity to “Get Inside the Music” http://www.prlog.org/11885409-praise-98-fms-lady-charmaine-serve-as-judge-the-623-la-ulmii-talent-showcase.htmlA long list of prizes for three winners of the June 23, 2012 “ULMII” national talent competition at the Celebrity Center http://www.prlog.org/11867687-la-based-pop-artist-lea-marie-releases-sophomore-ep-undercover-lover.htmlAscending pop princess singer-songwriter Lea Marie is proud to announce her sophomore release "Undercover Lover", available May 22nd, 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11855444-songdoor-2012-open-for-submissions.htmlThe SongDoor 2012 International Songwriting Competition is open to entries. Awards total: $40,000+. All entrants receive an unlimited-access SongU.com trial and free key-transposing software. Details: www.songdoor.com. http://www.prlog.org/11849540-where-did-the-great-artists-find-their-inspiration.htmlWhat do Paul McCartney, Ray Charles, Tina Turner, Cher, James Brown, Kylie Minogue, and Take That have in common? Other than their enormous success, of course! http://www.prlog.org/11809663-children-are-invited-to-submit-their-tails-of-love-to-the-purrn-pooch-foundation-for-animals.htmlChildren in grades one through three from across Monmouth County are invited to submit their animal stories to the Second Annual “Tails of Love" Contest presented by the Purr’n Pooch Foundation for Animals and Small Factory Productions. http://www.prlog.org/11779141-songdoor-2011-winners-announced.htmlThe winners of the SongDoor 2011 International Songwriting Competition have been announced: the Grand Award has gone to Zachary Esters (Z-FLO) of Greenville, MS, USA, for his song, "Maybe," a powerful anti-suicide song. http://www.prlog.org/11761352-rhyme-genie-4-enchants-songwriters-with-accompanying-software-tunesmith.htmlDeveloper Idolumic introduces free songwriting software 'TuneSmith' with version 4.0 of their dynamic rhyming dictionary Rhyme Genie. http://www.prlog.org/11758176-authors-own-words-about-thriller-harmonic-deception.htmlJust when your dreams come true reality brings you back with a shock. A fast-paced, eye-opening ride through today's music business with a satisfying end to the crime, and a touch of humor. Accompanied by CD of music about the stories. http://www.prlog.org/11753192-hal-leonard-publishes-music-30.htmlA Survival Guide for Making Music in the Internet Age, by Bobby Owsinski http://www.prlog.org/11736528-childrens-tunes-for-tails-jingle-promotes-pet-adoption-during-the-holiday-shopping-season.htmlLocal Businesses Invited to Play the Jingle During The Shopping Season http://www.prlog.org/11717699-only-10-days-left-songdoor-2011-international-songwriting-competition-ends-november-15.htmlSongDoor 2011 entries must either be postmarked by November 15 or submitted online by midnight CST, November 15. All entrants receive a free all-access trial to SongU.com, plus free digi-keyboard and chording software. http://www.prlog.org/11700872-songaide-new-exclusive-songwriting-community.htmlSongaide's main purpose is for songwriters to post the lyrics they are working on and get feedback from other songwriters http://www.prlog.org/11695795-just-30-days-left-songdoor-2011-international-songwriting-competition-ends-november-15.htmlSongDoor 2011 entries must either be postmarked by November 15 or submitted online by midnight CST, November 15. All entrants receive a free all-access trial to SongU.com, plus free digi-keyboard and chording software. http://www.prlog.org/11615978-nashville-blues-society-tribute-to-legendary-motown-songwriter-barrett-strong-bb-kings-82811-7pm.htmlBarrett Strong to be honored by an All Star Blues line up at 'BB Kings' Nashville, TN. In a time when iconic songwriters are forgotten, Barrett Strong, will be remembered for his staggering array of hits then and now. NBS has a great night for you. http://www.prlog.org/11612930-songdoor-to-offer-music-industry-mailing-list-to-songwriters.htmlSongDoor has expanded its line of songwriter services to include a comprehensive music industry mailing list, featuring emails, phone numbers and addresses for music's top A&R personnel, agencies, producers and engineers. http://www.prlog.org/11605688-singersongwriter-jennifer-logue-releases-two-free-tracks-from-upcoming-album-the-split-sessions.htmlNYC- based singer/songwriter Jennifer Logue is gearing up for the release of her latest album, "The Split Sessions," with the giveaway of two preview tracks this week, "Incognito" and "Damned." The songs can be found on her official Facebook Fanpage. http://www.prlog.org/11450339-hal-leonard-publishes-the-songwriting-sourcebook.htmlAuthor Rikki Rooksby reveals how to turn chords into great songs http://www.prlog.org/11446135-songdoor-2011-opens-with-new-interactive-site-offers-free-songwriter-pr-and-services-suite.htmlThe SongDoor 2011 Int'l. Songwriting Competition is open. Awards: $40,000+. The competition now offers free songwriter PR. All entrants receive $120 worth of free songwriting tools. Details: www.songdoor.com. http://www.prlog.org/11373475-teen-artist-tia-places-in-two-categories-in-international-songwriter-competition.htmlTia P. keeps the momentum going as a finalist in the 2010 International Songwriting Competition (ISC), for her song "Music Is Fundamental" http://www.prlog.org/11345710-hal-leonard-ships-new-music-business-books.htmlAuthor Moses Avalon gives 100 Answers to 50 Questions on the Music Business and reveals Secrets of Negotiating a Record Contract http://www.prlog.org/11302890-songwriting-contestwinner-goes-to-nashvilletn.htmlThis contest is all about giving you, the songwriter, a once in a lifetime opportunity! It’s hard to break into the music business. Winning this contest will provide the songwriter with the tools they need to jump-start their career! http://www.prlog.org/11287361-virillion-music-to-release-the-story-to-be-told.htmlMarc Hoffman's label announces new recording of original songs by local songwriter Carol Greene. http://www.prlog.org/11276849-live-chat-with-chairman-of-the-chris-austin-songwriting-contest-jim-lauderdale.htmlOn February 1st, the Merlefest Facebook page hosted a live chat with Jim Lauderdale, chairman of the Chris Austin Songwriting Contest. http://www.prlog.org/11247189-rhyme-genies-spirit-gets-lifted-by-the-53rd-grammy-awards.htmlIdolumic's software Rhyme Genie to be included in the GRAMMY® Gift Bag. http://www.prlog.org/11242404-songdoor-2010-intl-songwriting-competition-winners-are-announced.htmlThe winners of the SongDoor 2010 International Songwriting Competition have been announced: the Grand Award has gone to Ryan Martinez of Los Angeles, California, for the song "You Didn't Break Me." http://www.prlog.org/11211539-country-songwriter-robert-treadway-to-hold-release-party-in-conways-hastings.htmlLongtime country songwriter and Arkansas native, Robert Treadway, is set to hold a CD release party at Hastings in Conway. http://www.prlog.org/11189306-rhyme-genie-3-puts-spell-on-synonyms-with-unique-thesaurus.htmlIdolumic unveils the latest update of Rhyme Genie with an improved user interface and syllable matching synonyms. http://www.prlog.org/11147495-audio-branding-expert-felice-keller-hits-amazon-best-seller-list-with-ignite-your-business.htmlFelice Keller, songwriter and CEO, recently hit Amazon.com’s Best-Seller List with the new book, “Ignite Your Business. Transform Your World,” climbing to #1 in the Direct Marketing category. http://www.prlog.org/11079098-digitalmusiciannet-launches-collaboration-plug-in.htmlMusicians can now collaborate from within any DAW with the new DMP 2.0 plug-in http://www.prlog.org/11049654-izotope-announces-nectar-complete-vocal-suite.htmlOffers First Look at AES San Francisco of New Vocal Processing Plug-in http://www.prlog.org/11013869-audio-branding-expert-felice-keller-celebritypress-ink-publishing-deal-for-ignite-your-business.htmlFelice Keller, songwriter and CEO, has recently signed a publishing deal with marketing and business book publisher, CelebrityPress, to release the book “Ignite Your Business. Transform Your World.” http://www.prlog.org/11000830-just-30-days-left-songdoor-2010-international-songwriting-competition-ends-november-15.htmlSongDoor 2010 entries must either be postmarked by November 15, 2010 or submitted online by midnight CST, November 15, 2010. All entrants receive a free self-paced online songwriting course at SongU.com, plus free songwriting software. http://www.prlog.org/10998248-october-rocks-with-eastwests-rocktober-special.htmlSave 53% on any 3 EASTWEST/QUANTUM LEAP virtual instruments in October http://www.prlog.org/10953123-songdoor-2010-international-songwriting-competition-entries-surpass-2009-levels.htmlWith 50 days yet to go in the SongDoor 2010 International Songwriting Competition, organizers say they've already surpassed last year's entry totals. Complete information is available at www.songdoor.com. http://www.prlog.org/10900191-eastwest-announces-the-terapack-trial-program.htmlTest drive the entire EASTWEST/QUANTUM LEAP virtual instrument collection and receive 50% off most full licenses for a limited time http://www.prlog.org/10865650-eastwest-releases-the-dark-side-virtual-instrument.html40 gig collection of virtual instruments, some dark and eerie, and many which have been purposely—and skillfully!—mangled, distorted, or effected out of all recognition http://www.prlog.org/10839758-vass-receives-play-in-uk-based-podcasts.htmlFollowing the release of an acoustic set, including alternative musical and lyrical arrangements, VASS suddenly finds himself featured in several U.K.-based productions. http://www.prlog.org/10740374-walking-concepts-launched-three-new-iphone-applications.htmlWalking Concepts just launched three new iPhone applications in their „Walking Library“, the product line of high-grade education- and knowledge applications. http://www.prlog.org/10730511-free-tuition-and-accomodations-for-songstudio-songwriting-workshop-in-toronto-canada.htmlA group of past graduates of SongStudio are offering a free scholarship and accommodations for the July 17-23, 2010 SongStudio in Toronto (Worth $1150). http://www.prlog.org/10665375-eclectic-by-mary-lemanski-to-be-released-june-22-2010-by-painted-girl-records.htmlIndie Darling, Mary Lemanski, Will Release Her First Full-length CD After 12 Years Of Releasing MP3s On The Internet. http://www.prlog.org/10655067-musikpitch-creates-online-marketplace-for-custom-songwriting.htmlMusikPitch brings the power of crowdsourcing to custom songwriting; connects talented songwriters with companies and individuals who need custom music