Calling all songwriters! The prestigious American Songwriter Song Contest is back, offering a golden opportunity for musicians and songwriters from across the globe to showcase their talent and gain international recognition. With a deadline set for May 1, 2024, at 11:59:59 PM CT, aspiring artists have a unique chance to submit their songs and compete for remarkable prizes and invaluable exposure in the music industry.
What’s Up for Grabs?
The stakes are high, with the Grand Prize Winner walking away with an impressive $10,000 USD in cash, a career consultation with a major label A&R executive, a 2-page feature in American Songwriter Magazine, and a brand new Gibson Guitar. But that’s not all—the winner will also benefit from an international promotion of their album plus radio tracking, ensuring their music reaches ears around the world. Additional marketing perks include a candid recorded interview, a dedicated marketing email, a blog post, and social media promotions.
Category winners aren’t left behind, each receiving $1,000 USD in cash, a feature in American Songwriter Magazine, international promotion of their single plus radio tracking, and a dedicated social post on American Songwriter’s Instagram and Facebook. Furthermore, there are rewards for other noteworthy submissions, including $500 in cash, features on the American Songwriter website, and American Songwriter Memberships for various runners-up.
Participation Details
The contest prides itself on inclusivity, welcoming submissions from any country, with a straightforward entry fee of $25 per song. Importantly, production quality is not a factor, allowing songwriters to focus solely on the creativity and originality of their compositions. Songs can be submitted via a public link hosted on any streaming platform such as SoundCloud or YouTube.
Winners of the 2024 Song Contest will be announced in Spring 2025, ensuring ample time for careful deliberation by the esteemed panel of judges. While individual feedback from judges is not provided, American Songwriter offers a lyric critique benefit as part of their Diamond Memberships for those seeking detailed input on their work.
The contest does not claim ownership over the materials submitted, ensuring artists retain full rights to their creative works. This ethos underscores the contest’s commitment to supporting and uplifting the global songwriting community without imposing restrictive conditions.
This is an unparalleled chance for songwriters to have their work professionally recognized and promoted on an international scale. Whether you’re a seasoned songwriter or just starting, the American Songwriter Song Contest represents a step forward in your musical career.
For more information on the contest rules, how to enter, and insights into past winners and success stories, visit the American Songwriter Song Contest page. Don’t miss this chance to make your mark in the world of songwriting. Submit your best work before the deadline, and who knows? This could be the breakthrough moment you’ve been waiting for.
