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Social Networking Your Songs

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One of the cardinal rules of breaking into the songwriting business is: network, network, network. But for struggling tunesmiths who live outside the country’s three main music biz hubs — New York, Nashville, and Los Angeles — following that rule can be daunting, as well as expensive, should they choose to make multiple visits or even move to those cities and start knocking on doors. But an additional tool worth… more


From Songwriter 101, posted 11.23.09

Splitting Heirs: Paying Royalties After Your Death

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By Gary Roth It is a truism that most people, of any age, don’t like to think about their ultimate demise because it is either too distant or too near. Yet the fact of the matter is that estate planning is the only way to assure that those people whom you want to inherit your property do. Although the laws of descent and distribution vary from state to state, state… more


From Songwriter 101, posted 10.13.09

Using Notation Software

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Need to write out a melody line but have no idea where to put all those little black dots? With notation software, your computer does the job for you, allowing you to share your music with others in a flash By Dave Simons Many of us who are songwriters have little use for reading or notating music, and why should we? Jot down a chord progression, add some words and… more


From Songwriter 101, posted 9.28.09

Discounted CMJ Registration Available for BMI Songwriters

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CMJ is currently offering BMI songwriters, composers and publishers discounted rates during the pre-registration period. The annual CMJ Music Marathon & Film Festival is one of the music industry’s premier calls-to-action, attracting executives and artists from all over the country. Networking, educational, and showcasing opportunities dominate the stacked schedule for five days and nights—October 20 through 24—in New York City’s Greenwich Village. To register and receive the discount, more


From News, posted 9.24.09

Lamont Dozier to Perform at Smithsonian Showcase

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The Smithsonian Associates and the Songwriters Association of Washington (SAW) are hunting for 12 fresh voices to perform as part of an anticipated showcase featuring legendary Motown songwriter Lamont Dozier at the Smithsonian on Tuesday, October 27 in Washington, D.C. As one third of songwriting powerhouse Holland-Dozier-Holland, Lamont Dozier helped create the sonic fabric of a nation. Along with brothers Brian and more


From News, posted 9.08.09

The Co-Writer Conundrum

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Many Nashville-based music industry professionals recommend hooking up with established songwriters to help get their own foot in the door. Handy advice for someone who’s got Keith Urban’s home phone number, but what of the rest of us? “If you want to write country music and you don’t live in Nashville, the best thing you can do is to get to Nashville,” says Walter Campbell, VP, creative at Sony ATV’s… more


From Songwriter 101, posted 8.11.09

BMI’s Byron Wright Talks Shop with RollingOut

BMI Associate Director, Writer/Publisher Relations Byron Wright recently sat down with rolling out TV to discuss crucial industry topics, from how BMI distributes royalties and the best routes to establishing career-building relationships to his own favorite part of working for songwriters and producers at BMI. more


From News, posted 8.04.09

Billboard Offers BMI Affiliates Discounted Registration to Mobile Entertainment Live!

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Slated for October 6, 2009 at the Omni Hotel in San Diego, Billboard's Mobile Entertainment Live!, Presented by Logic Wireless will analyze the myriad ways in which mobile devices have transformed not only music delivery platforms, but also strategies for artist promotion. Industry decision makers from entertainment, wireless, and digital spheres will discuss and debate current approaches. Discounted registration for Billboard's Mobile Entertainment Live! for BMI affiliates is $299; for… more


From News, posted 7.24.09

Billboard Offers BMI Affiliates Discounted Registration to Regional Mexican Music Summit

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The Billboard Regional Mexican Music Summit is scheduled for October 8 and 9, 2009 at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza in Los Angeles. Now in its fourth year, the conference strives to build on the success of one of the country's fastest growing genres. A keynote with Alejandro Fernández will serve as the event's anticipated capstone. Discounted registration for the Billboard Regional Mexican Music Summit for BMI affiliates is $225—a… more


From News, posted 7.24.09

Billboard Offers BMI Affiliates Discounted Registration to Film and TV Music Conference

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The Hollywood Reporter & Billboard's Film and TV Music Conference will bring heavy hitters to the Los Angeles Beverly Hilton on October 29 and 30, 2009. The eighth year of this industry favorite will offer networking opportunities and insight from top-tier music supervisors, composers, directors, producers and songwriters. Discounted registration for the Hollywood Reporter & Billboard's Film and TV Music Conference for BMI affiliates is $325; for more information and… more


From News, posted 7.24.09


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