Welcome to the grand opening of the Womens Freedom Song Contest. We are looking for the next “Female Anthem.” Do you have an inspiring song about women to share? Got one kicking around, sitting on a shelf ready to be polished or already up your sleeve? Well send it in!
Are you an amazing “undiscovered” songwriter or perhaps already a song pro with tons of experience? This contest is open to everyone who writes songs, (all genders too!), even your pet canary if he (or she) writes songs (though you may have to submit on their behalf)! We value artistry and it’s not necessarily the most commercial song we are looking for. If it touches a nerve, you’ll hook us.
If your song celebrates the power of a woman in one (or all) aspects of her glory, send it in. We are not looking for production and performance. Originality, melody and lyrics are our main judging criteria. We have some neat prizes for songwriters and our winners will be promoted on our websites and social media blasts.
We have some highly skilled judges this year, with some golden ears. Your music will be in front of Award winning songwriter Alan Roy Scott (Celine, Patti Labelle, Notorious B.G. G, Pointer Sisters), Brent Backhus (recording engineer for The Whispers, John Lee Hooker, Solomon Burke), David Eaton (producer/engineer for Polyphonic Spree, Dynamite Hack, Archivist for Warner Brothers), Rick Rose (former staff writer for Sony ATV Nashville & Warner Chappel), Sara Knight (Talent Mgmt. & Booking Agency) and Diana Williamson (2 x #3 Billboard Hot Club Chart Writer, Author 101 Tips and Tricks of Successful Songwriting, Voting Member of the Grammys and Factor, CEO of Themusiclibrary.org)
We have created two international song contests in the past and received entries from over 23 countries. One was voted “Top 10” by Music Connection Magazine. We are a group of hard working music professionals who want to hear, promote and discover some great music.
We think it’s time for a little female celebration! So let’s hear your songs! Winners will be announced on International Womens Day, March 8, 2019.
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FIRST PRIZE:
1)An ADK “ZEUS” Microphone (700.00)$ value
ADK ZEUS is the long-awaited upgrade to the Mic Ray Charles used to track his final three albums including "Genius Loves Company" which won Five Grammys®. Zeus is a Tri-Polar Class A Valve (tube) Condenser with great functionality. Forward-thinking tone and dynamic tailoring which offers the recordist eighty-one different settings for ultimate control over your sound.
ZEUS is built in small-batch limited-production, and is the culmination of twenty-years of microphone building at ADK, and a fifty-year-long obsession for tone by the ADK Team. Most mic companies are run by marketing folks. ADK is run by Musicians and Recording Engineers with a passion for sound and an attention to the needs of singers. From Sting to Stevie Wonder, Amy Grant to The Manhattan Transfer, ADK is the first-call among some of the most demanding vocalists and engineers from around the world. http://www.adkmic.com http://www.adkzeus.com
2. A Half Hour Music Industry Consultation with music expert Michael Dolan.
(J. Michael Dolan is the former CEO of M.C.I. publishing corp. and the founder of Music Connection and Songwriter Connection magazines. He is a best selling author, beloved blogger and private consultant to artists and entrepreneurs and Internet pioneers in all areas of media and entertainment. Get those questions ready!
http://jmichaeldolan.com
3. A Broadjam Primo Membership and 5 Free Submissions! Get an annual subscription and the chance to pitch your music to all sorts of opportunities!
Broadjam provides promotional services for independent musicians, the music industry and fans around the world. It’s one of the world’s largest web communities focused on independent music. http://www.broadjam.com($225 value)
4.Your choice of one of The Music Registry’s Annual Directories:
1)Music Publishers — 1 year / 12 pdf issues ($99 value)
2) Film & Television Music Monthly — 12 pdf issues ($99 value)
3) A&R Registry — 1 pdf issue ($75 value)
One of the leading companies who publish contact information for the music industry. The go-to source for contact information when you need to reach music industry professionals. http://www.musicregistry.com
5.Your very own copy of “The Indie Bible”: The Indie Bible lists over 2500 magazines, music blogs, 3100 radio stations, 1100 labels and distributors, 1000 promotion, marketing, management and PR services as well as over 400 sites where you can upload your band's MP3s or videos. https://www.indiebible.com ($40 value)
6. 2 Festival Passes to Springboard Memphis Festival (June 6-8)
The Springboard Festivals bring together the most talented, hard working Musicians from around the country for the opportunity to receive mentorship, network and pitch their music to some of the industry’s top executives – creating a monumental impact on their careers and the surrounding community and partners. ($250 value)
www.springboardmemphis.com
7) An autographed copy of the book “101 Tips and Tricks of Successful Songwriting” Find out what all hit songwriters have in common.
http://www.101tipsandtricksofsuccessfulsongwriting.com ($30 value)
8) A Music Industry Connection Membership – "Your 1 year MICCO membership will give you unlimited access to their Music Industry Databases which include The Spotify Playlist Directory, The Spotify and Apple Music Curators Directory, The Music Blog Directory, The Country Radio Directory & the Indie Radio Directory - over 6,000 music industry contacts from all over the world spanning every genre!" www.TheMICCo.com, (value 120.00)$
8) Your name and picture on our website and a shout out in our social media promotions. Your song showcased on the Acoustic Gold Radio Show on 4680Q.ca ($Priceless value) of course.
SECOND PRIZE
1.Broadjam Film & TV Membership and 3 Free Submissions!
Get an annual subscription and the chance to pitch your music to all sorts of opportunities! Broadjam provides promotional services for independent musicians, the music industry and fans around the world. It’s one of the world’s largest web communities focused on independent music. http://www.broadjam.com ($115 value)
2.Your choice of one of The Music Registry’s Annual Directories:
1)Music Publishers — 1 year / 12 pdf issues ($99 value)
2) Film & Television Music Monthly — 12 pdf issues ($99 value)
3) A&R Registry — 1 pdf issue ($75 value)
One of the leading companies who publish contact information for the music industry. The go-to source for contact information when you need to reach music industry professionals. http://www.musicregistry.com
3.Your very own copy of “The Indie Bible”: The Indie Bible lists over 2500 magazines, music blogs, 3100 radio stations, 1100 labels and distributors, 1000 promotion, marketing, management and PR services as well as over 400 sites where you can upload your band's MP3s or videos. https://www.indiebible.com ($40 value)
4. 2 Festival Passes to Springboard Memphis Festival (June 6-8)
The Springboard Festivals bring together the most talented, hard working Musicians from around the country for the opportunity to receive mentorship, network and pitch their music to some of the industry’s top executives – creating a monumental impact on their careers and the surrounding community and partners. ($250 value) http://www.springboardmemphis.com
5) An autographed copy of the book “101 Tips and Tricks of Successful Songwriting” Find out what all hit songwriters have in common.
http://www.101tipsandtricksofsuccessfulsongwriting.com ($30 value)
6) A Music Industry Connection Membership – "Your 1 year MICCO membership will give you unlimited access to their Music Industry Databases which include The Spotify Playlist Directory, The Spotify and Apple Music Curators Directory, The Music Blog Directory, The Country Radio Directory & the Indie Radio Directory - over 6,000 music industry contacts from all over the world spanning every genre!" www.TheMICCo.com, (value 120.00)$
7) Your name on our website and a mention in our social media promotions. ($Priceless)
THIRD PRIZE
1. Broadjam MoB Membership and 1 Free Submission!
Get the chance to pitch your music to all sorts of opportunities! Broadjam provides promotional services for independent musicians, the music industry and fans around the world. It’s one of the world’s largest web communities focused on independent music. http://www.broadjam.com ($55 value)
2.Your choice of one of The Music Registry’s Annual Directories:
1)Music Publishers — 1 year / 12 pdf issues ($99 value)
2) Film & Television Music Monthly — 12 pdf issues ($99 value)
3) A&R Registry — 1 pdf issue ($75 value)
One of the leading companies who publish contact information for the music industry. The go-to source for contact information when you need to reach music industry professionals. http://www.musicregistry.com
3.Your very own copy of “The Indie Bible”: The Indie Bible lists over 2500 magazines, music blogs, 3100 radio stations, 1100 labels and distributors, 1000 promotion, marketing, management and PR services as well as over 400 sites where you can upload your band's MP3s or videos. https://www.indiebible.com ($40 value)
4. 2 Festival Passes to Springboard Memphis Festival (June 6-8)
The Springboard Festivals bring together the most talented, hard working Musicians from around the country for the opportunity to receive mentorship, network and pitch their music to some of the industry’s top executives – creating a monumental impact on their careers and the surrounding community and partners. ($250 value)
www.springboardmemphis.com
5) An autographed copy of the book “101 Tips and Tricks of Successful Songwriting” Find out what all hit songwriters have in common.
http://www.101tipsandtricksofsuccessfulsongwriting.com ($30 value)
6) A Music Industry Connection Membership – "Your 1 year MICCO membership will give you unlimited access to their Music Industry Databases which include The Spotify Playlist Directory, The Spotify and Apple Music Curators Directory, The Music Blog Directory, The Country Radio Directory & the Indie Radio Directory - over 6,000 music industry contacts from all over the world spanning every genre!" www.TheMICCo.com, (value 120.00)$
7) Your name on our website and a mention in our social media promotions. ($Priceless my dear Watson)
We will also have four Honourable Mentions and they will receive a certificate in the mail and a mention on the website.