Sites for songwriters on songwriting, promotion and getting your music heard by A&R are listed below for your convenience. Please Note: We have no control over the content of external sites which may be changed at any time by the site owner. All links open in a new window.
AORTAS Songwriting Workshop Residential songwriting workshops held in Milton Keynes includes lectures, performances, structured co-writing, small group tutorials with experienced supportive tutors run by AORTAS (Association for Oral Tradition & Songwriting).
ASCAP The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
Arvon Foundation - Songwriting Courses An informal week spent living and studying with 2 experienced songwriters no experience necessary, other than a committment to write songs and the ability to accompany yourself on an instrument (to any level at all!). Course tutors are well known singer/songwriters in their field including Maria McKee, Astrid Williamson and Ray Davies. The course fee includes all food, accommodation and tuition. Grants are available for those with financial need. We are a charity running residential writing courses called The Arvon Foundation and the course is taking place at Lumb Bank, The Ted Hughes Arvon Centre, Heptonstall, Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire HX7 6DF, Tel 01422 843714
Band Promote Part of internet based music company IndyHits.com who have spawned several major label signings, this site offers artists, musicians and bands with the opportunity to be included on a music sampler that is mailed out to A&R representatives and Management. Track placement costs $400.
Bandit newsletter Informative newsletter letting you know what the record companies want and connecting you with A & R in the UK, Ireland and Worldwide.
The Bards Crier FREE guerrilla music marketing ezine for the working musician, because your musical success depends on how you market your music. TheBards Crier keeps musicians informed! Features:-
How-to turn your band into a profitable business, Guerrilla marketing techniques, Cost-effective promo tips, Website, CD and Book Reviews, Free Resources for anybody, Music Marketing Articles.
BASCA British Academy of Songwriters,Composers and Authors
Circle of Songs Songwriter showcase network located in the heart of Los Angeles. The organization founded by Jenna Leigh, singer/songwriter (www.jennamusic.com) and sponsored in part by BMI (www.bmi.com). For more information on COS please visit the web
Connecticut Songwriters Association A twenty year old non-profit educational organization providing a supportive atmosphere for networking and improving your craft.
The Copyright Website Endeavors to provide real world, practical and relevant copyright information of interest to all
Copyright Licensing Agency UK is the UK's Reproduction Rights Organisation which provides licenses allowing the copying of extracts from books, magazines and other literary works.
The Craft of Songwriting The songwriting educational resource provides articles on the craft of songwriting, as well as inform you of upcoming songwriting courses and seminars.
Creators Rights Alliance UK Formerly known as the Creators Copyright Coalition, this new organisation brings together the major UK organisations representing copyright creators and content providers throughout the media - particularly, television, radio and the press.
Destiny Music, Inc. Now there's a music label dedicated to mainstream Jazz and Pop Music with Christian faith. All Destiny Music artists are Performer/Songwriters.
Fair Play For Creators online space where creators, consumers and journalists can find information about music creators' online rights, learn how they are threatened and publicly demonstrate their concern.
Festival Distribution online catalogue and information for independent Canadian songwriters
The Field.org offers programs that help independent artists create new artwork, manage their careers, and develop long-range strategies for sustaining a life in the arts...."
GISC Guild of International Songwriters and Composers. U.K. site for songwriters, publishers, singer-songwriters, managers, record company owners, studio owners, producers, in fact anyone who is working in and associated with the music industry.
Fort Worth Songwriter's Association The Fort Worth Songwriter's Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving our lyrical and musical work through fellowship, workshops and education.
Hitheads An online A&R, management & labels directory with a drag and drop upload facility and professional consultation services available free to members
Impulse Classical Music Website Promotional pages for composers, performers, publishers, record labels and related organisations.
Indianapolis Songwriters Association P.O. Box 44724, Indianapolis, IN 46244-0724 Tel: 317-862-3366 or 317-862-4922
Indie-Connections Online directory created to promote unsigned and independent musicians
International Alliance for Women in Music A resource on women composers and women in music topics. This community archive is developed and maintained by members of the IAWM and contains more than 3500 pages of archival resources
Jingle University an online jingle course, info and an extensive collection of links to resources, jingle production, artists and more!
The Juke Box.org Home of the Songwriters Webring. Excellent links, music info, competition listings
Just Plain Folks Just Plain Folks is among the world's largest music organizations with songwriters, artists and music industry professionals in 53 countries. All levels and genres welcomed!
Lyricist.com Jeff Malletts Songwriting Page with advice on the legal and artistic aspects of songwriting
Maestro The creative arts section provides resume and project posting for composers, lyricists, writers, producers and directors plus a range of articles, reviews and services.
Make A Star US site offering song critique from industry personnel for $35 per original song and the opportunity to enter their weekly contest.
Master Writer Collection of writing tools for the songwriter.
MCPS Mechanical Copyright Protection Society (UK) collects and distributes mechanical royalties.
Muses Muse excellent resource with Songwriting Articles, news, competitions, links, downloads, messageboards, in fact everything a songwriter needs and more!
Music Law Information on legal issues regarding music and musicians
MusicNetworkUSA A comprehensive site for resources on the industry as a whole
musicOMH.com A site authored by professional writers and musicians on a voluntary basis, featuring reviews, interviews and a directory of live music venues
Net Rhythms Reviews and lists gigs and provides links to those involved with the very music under the media radar
Northern California Songwriters Association The NCSA, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, is an industry leader dedicated to providing the environment, opportunities, and tools to nurture, educate, and promote songwriters.
Paramount Songwriter Services Nashville US - provides co-writing, songwriting tips, demos, tapes and CDs of your music, a newsletter and helps songwriters get their music to recording artists
Performing Songwriter Magazine Performing Songwriter's editorial covers the subjects that are important to songwriters-writing, performing, and recording their work. Everything that helps them achieve their goals is presented in a way that speaks directly to them, in a language they can understand. Each issue includes exclusive interviews with recording artists and producers (along with their gear listings); columns detailing the use of equipment in the studio and on the road; record reviews and new release spotlights; a salute to the masters of the American songbook; and regularly updated resource information (festivals, song contests, venues, song schools, books, dot coms, etc.)
Richhoncho's Songwriters Links Includes article on copyright issues, webrings, tips and advice groups plus links to places to upload your music, critique boards and a host of other resources.
SESAC Founded in 1930, is the second oldest and most innovative performing rights organization in the U.S.
The Original Songwriters was Showcase London now known as FYM FYG Bar at Bethnal Green organise regular showcases for songwriters.
Silver Cat Songwriting Checklist The following items represent a comprehensive listing of song characteristics which apply to most country, pop/rock and adult type songs
Singers looking for songs Artists requesting songs and songwriters looking for singers can advertise free online!
SongU Offers a variety of online songwriting courses in several formats
Songs Alive Representing songwriters and their music worldwide. Located in Sydney and Los Angeles, Songsalive! provides opportunities for collaboration, promotion and education through a network of programs including live events.
Song Scope Want to know when a producer/label/publisher or A & R requests new material? Then have a look at this site.
Song Stuff Free online songwriting and music resource for musicians and fans. provides information and services on a broad range of Music topics including creative, technical and business issues. Songstuff has articles, reference material, artist music pages, music news, music forums, a music glossary, and a large collection of categorised music related links.
SongTrellis Tips, articles, discussion and opinions on songwriters, songwriting, music and musical knowhow.
Songs For Sale Submitted songs are published onto their network including widgets, iphone apps - payment of $10 per song required if yo wish to sell them online.
songshop.net Professional, virtual marketplace for composers and publishers to showcase their songs
Songs of Praise This site publishes music by several independent Christian songwriters, including Elton Smith, Gilberto Barreto, Larry Holder and Steve Israel.
SongRamp Community of songwriters concentrating on the creative aspects of music and songwriting.
SongStuff Forum Songwriting and music forum where arrangements may be posted for critique from other members
Songwriters Notebook Welcome to 'Songwriter's Notebook'! On the following page and associated links you will find many helpful song writing resources. Including information sites, links to song writing periodicals/publications, and professional song writing organizations. It is the desire of Songwriter's Notebook to be a convenient first stop reference and resource for songwriters
Songs Alive non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide.
Songwriters Resource Network A free online news and information resource for songwriters and lyricists everywhere
SongwriterUniverse Is an educational/resource center & music magazine established to help all songwriters and writer/artists. This site features valuable, comprehensive information for pros and newcomers alike. Wherever you live, whatever style of music you are creating and performing, we want to guide you to the next level
Songwriting Consultants Ltd Features the Songwriters Collaboration Network, a free listing service where songwriters looking for writing partners and singers looking for songs, find each other. Also has bi-weekly column, "Success Strategies for Songwriters."
Songwriting Stuff Songwriting resource covering all aspects of songwriting and composition including melody, harmony, musical arrangement and lyrics.
The Songwriting Education Resource Site Containing educational articles on the craft of songwriting, a weekly songwriter's chat and a list of upcoming songwriting courses and seminars in Nashville
Studio Finder A service for finding local recording studios in USA
Talent Scouts London Talent Scouts UK are dedicated to connecting talent with industry and industry with talent. Visit the UK site to advertise & meet new unsigned talent. All for FREE!!
TAXI: The Independent A&R Vehicle Record labels and song publishers don't accept unsolicited tapes or CD's. They do from us...connecting unsigned artists, bands and songwriters with major record labels, publishers, and film & TV music supervisors. Sign up for their free newsletter with the latest labels & producers requirements.
Texas Music Office Information and promotion office for the Texas music industry
The Buskers Ball Acoustic music in North West England. Great sampler album available, gigs plus much more!!
The Chicago Songwriters Collective An organization based in Chicago helping songwriters, storytellers, lyracists and composers network and showcase themselves.
The Songwriting Hub Be inspired! Free ebooks, articles, tips, and news for songwriters.
Trowbridge Nashville Song Publisher - Indie Roots Music - Nashville Talent Directory - Songwriting Tips
TuneSmith Join to have your songs showcased on the site, post songs for critique.
UK Songwriter Forum This community discusses general songwriting related advice and members can post their lyrics or songs for review and constructive feedback by other members.
UK Songwriting Festival Annual festival and residential courses in Bath, UK, run by professional songwriters.
Ultimate Songwriting provides resources and recommended products and services in addition to songwriting tips and articles and details about the music industry.
Unsigned America If you are interested in getting your material reviewed for possible inclusion to our song files, accessed by music supervisors and management companies, please send us your material for review
women from mars WFM started in cafe Mars in Boulder Colorado. We're hoping to replace Lilith Fair, drop in if you are passing by or for more info email ydreyfuss@webtv.net
Writers Block Songwriting and musicians forum where members share experiences, tips and advice. Post your songs for review/critique/feedback or to punt for others to buy/record.
Writing Songs Resource for songwriters and online community, post songs for review on the forum
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