Sonicbids Recently Added Opportunities

Coffee House Earth Radio Show (Nov 09-Feb 10)

info@sonicbids.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Coffee House Earth Radio Show (Nov 09-Feb 10)
Deadline: Feb 19, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

This is a program aimed at giving the listener the ambiance of being at a coffee house. It is from the same promoter who hosted Showcase which played the music of over 200 Sonicbids artists. Check the listing and the reviews of that program, which was called "Showcase." On this new program, they are going to present undiscovered artists performing live acoustically.

This will be a syndicated show heard on five different radio stations. 4 stations are online, 1 is over the air.

For more info, visit: http://www.franktoddradio.com

Point Richmond Music Summer Concert Series 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Point Richmond Music Summer Concert Series 2010
Deadline: Mar 3, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

In the Summer of 2010, Point Richmond Music (PRM) will again be providing free concerts in downtown Point Richmond, just north of of the Bay Area. Shows take place every other Friday at 5:30pm. 300-600 people typically attend each event.

PRM is looking to fill 10 slots with Sonicbids artists. Each selected artist will receive $500.

In past years they've brought an array of great bands to town, including: Tom Rigney and Flambeau, the Stairwell Sisters, Nic Bearde, Stars of Glory, Lenny Williams, Faye Carol, Dave Crimmen, Wendy DeWitt, Steve Gannon, Ya Elah and Jimmy McCracklin. From blues, jazz and bluegrass to gospel, reggae and hip-hop, there's something for everyone.

For more info, visit: http://www.pointrichmond.com/prmusic

Student Run Records Roster Expansion (Nov 09-Feb 10)

info@sonicbids.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Student Run Records Roster Expansion (Nov 09-Feb 10)
Deadline: Feb 19, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Student Run Records, a non-profit independent record label, is seeking artists from a wide variety of genres to join its roster. The label has access to state-of-the-art recording facilities, where bands and solo artists can record and master their material.

The Minneapolis based label was founded in 2008 and currently has three artists on its roster. The company believes "an artist is always growing and learning, so in a way, all musicians are students of music."

Existing clients include Loose Crew, Prophis and F.A. Student Run Records is looking forward to expanding its client list of talented, driven artists. Check out the website for more information.

For more info, visit: http://www.studentrunrecords.com

X&Y Fest 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

X&Y Fest 2010
Deadline: Dec 17, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Driven Productions, Inc. is proud to present the third annual X&Y Fest on Saturday, February 20th, 2010 from 2:00 - 11PM at Ringling College of Art & Design in Sarasota, Florida. This is the premier music festival for Generations X&Y, featuring 10 bands - 5 Gen X and 5 Gen Y.

This festival will bring together 2 generations over 1 great day of music. Solo artists, duos and groups of all genres are encouraged to apply.

Why perform at X&Y Fest? Bands receive a chance at their share of $500 in prize money, are presented well by a professional stage and sound situation, perform live on an art college campus for art-minded and open-minded students, receive space to sell merch and have the option of having their promotional item (such as a sampler CD, sticker, show flyer, etc.) distributed to all that attend.

The $500 in prize money will be split between the best Gen X band and the best Gen Y band at the festival. Winners will be partially determined by the crowd through votes taken at the festival. Votes placed by crowd members will influence the X&Y Fest staff's final decision.

One criteria for being picked to perform is bands must be able to pre-sell 20 discount tickets to the festival. If they fall short of 20 pre-sold, however, they will not be required to pay for unsold tickets. A band should either be confident they can pre-sell 20 tickets or that they can purchase some or all of them themselves to give away (or sell) to fans, family and friends.

Compensation: Accepted artists will receive $5 for each ticket sold (over 20 tickets in total), whether by pre-sale or walk-up day-of. When a ticket is pre-sold or purchased day-of, the person purchasing the ticket will designate which band they are going to the festival to see perform, allowing that band to receive credit for the ticket purchase.

For more information, please read the FAQ section of the X&Y Fest 2010 website.

For more info, visit: http://www.xyfest.com

Licensing for Professional Sports Programming on National Television Network

info@sonicbids.com — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Licensing for Professional Sports Programming on National Television Network
Deadline: Dec 4, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

High energy music is needed for a major, national television network and its subsidiaries that licenses 1.6 million pieces of music per year.

Music will be aired during national or regional sporting events, including NFL, NASCAR, MLB, soccer and extreme sports. There may be a sync fee of $500, depending on the placement. All placed music will receive appropriate performance royalties.

Music should be uptempo and aggressive. Rock, sample free hip-hop and contemporary orchestration typically work best. 95% of what's placed is instrumental. For music with lyrics, content is the most important. Ideally, lyrics would have references to football markets - New York, Dallas/Texas, Tennessee, etc.

When you submit, you can identify a specific instrumental break in your song that you would like reviewed.

For more info, visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NFL_on_television

Songs From The Hat Blog Reviews

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Songs From The Hat Blog Reviews
Deadline: Jan 21, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Songs From the Hat blog is seeking new music for review. In each update, Shawn Burnette will try and bring what he humbly considers an important song or artist. This is not intended to be the place to find everything you have never heard but should have. The blog's intention is to be approachable. Shawn will leave the brilliant, insightful people to write the technical blog for musicians. He want friends old, new or future to discover or rediscover some tunes.

The blog came about almost by accident. Between running a band and trying to be a father and husband, Shawn doesn't have a whole lot of free time. A friend opened a new bar in New York, and asked him to program the music. Shawn would point out interesting new songs, and the friend would ho home and it it to his iPod. That grew into the idea to start a new blog.

The songs and groups may be familiar or even popular from time to time. No one will like all the music on the blog - that's the point. It is just as important to know what you don't like as it is what you do. Sometimes when you least expect it, those bits and pieces will lead you to some amazing work that you will keep with you for the rest of your life.

For more info, visit: http://songsfromthehat.blogspot.com/

2010 City Showcase - Spotlight London

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

2010 City Showcase - Spotlight London
Deadline: Jan 29, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

City Showcase, London's leading festival for new music and fashion attracting international audiences, works with musicians, performers, artists by providing public exposure, advice and mentoring, the crucial contacts that aspiring talent needs and showcasing opportunities. The 2010 City Showcase festival will be held May 5-8 in venues throughout London's West End.

The annual not for profit event that has helped showcase artists, including Keane, Razorlight, Amy Winehouse , Newton Faulkner , Natty, Hot Chip, Scouting for Girls, Sway, Seth Lakeman , N-Dubz, Lady Sovereign and Ray LaMontagne, garnering them all a huge amount of both industry and media attention is launching its biggest ever search for this year's stars.

Keane says about their experience at City Showcase: "It's hard to get anywhere as a band, and the City Showcase gig we played at the Islington Academy in February 2003 was a great opportunity for us to play on a bigger stage than we were used to. At that time we didn't have a record deal, so knowing there was no hope of tour support(!), every decent gig we were offered was a godsend and helped make us a better band."

City Showcase submissions through Sonicbids are open to ALL artists from all over the world and there is at least one slot reserved for a Sonicbids artist from North America. The selected artist will be paid $1000 (half paid upon proof of travel arrangements to Sonicbids, half paid after the performance at City Showcase). Last year City Showcase selected 16 Sonicbids artists. The event covers all types of music from classical to pop, from rock to urban. And all types of performer's from bands to singer songwriters, from solo artists to DJ's.

City Showcase will culminate in a series of live events in venues in London's West End including the legendary Borderline. The event will also host a series of workshops and seminars at The Apple Store, Regent Street, bringing together aspiring talent along with the most influential figures in what is a much reshaped and refreshingly vibrant new music industry.

Please note: Selected artists will be responsible for all associated costs, travel and visas (where required) and must have a valid passport. There will be about one month from the notification date to the start of the festival for selected artists to make travel arrangements (where relevant).

For more info, visit: http://www.cityshowcase.co.uk

PrideFest Milwaukee 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

PrideFest Milwaukee 2010
Deadline: Feb 15, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

PrideFest Milwaukee is America's largest music festival supporting LGBT equality and diversity. The event features 140+ artists ranging from up-and-coming talents to international superstars, and is expected to reel in over 30,000 attendees in 2010. With past headliners like Etta James, Chaka Khan, Cyndi Lauper and Natasha Bedingfield, PrideFest Milwaukee always receives heavy media attention. Compensation is negotiable depending on the slot and artist.

The festival accepts submissions from musicians of numerous genres, entertainers and comedians, and will take June 11-13, 2010 at Henry W. Maier Festival Park (Summerfest Grounds) on Milwaukee's lakefront. Artists submitting for Pridefest should support or be active in LGBT issues in some way.

Past festivals have featured Brandy, Kathy Griffin, Wanda Sykes, En Vogue, September, Joan Jett and The Blackhearts, Berlin, Margaret Cho, Indigo Girls, and many more.

For more info, visit: http://www.pridefest.com

In Play Films Seeking Music for Independent Zombie Comedy

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

In Play Films Seeking Music for Independent Zombie Comedy
Deadline: Dec 31, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

In Play Films is looking for song submissions to be featured in its up-and-coming independent zombie comedy film called "Always Go Away Gone". This is a short film that will tour the festival circuit before setting into a DVD and online distribution deal.

Submissions must be hard rock (like Linkin Park, not metal), acoustic/indie style, hip-hop/rap and/or instrumental rock.

Synopsis:
After a long day at work Dan comes home to discover a dead body in his kitchen, he doesn't know how it got there or where it came from, but it's there and this isn't the first time it's happened. His crazy friend Josh shows up to help dispose of the body as the pressure mounts from Dan's bitchy girlfriend to get it out of the house before she has her girl's night. Dan and Josh do everything in their power and then some to get rid of the body, including giving it to a charming homeless man, sending it on a trip to god-knows-where and also trying to flush it down the toilet. No matter what they do the body always comes back.

For more info, visit: http://inplayfilms.com/upcoming

Prospect Studio Compilation CD 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Prospect Studio Compilation CD 2010
Deadline: Feb 1, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Prospect Studio is a multi-media production and publishing label looking to promote independent artists from various genres through a compilation CD.

All submissions must be original songs possessing a "raw" and "real" sound.

The Michigan based label has recently collaborated with SteppedUpon Records in an effort to gain more exposure for its musicians and to promote several New York based metal bands.

Prospect Studio client "The Bandana Brothers," was named the top blues band in the state of Michigan by Reverb Nation, and the company looks forward to adding more talented bands to its roster.

For more info, visit: http://www.bluesilingus.com

440PR Publicity Roster Consideration

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

440PR Publicity Roster Consideration
Deadline: Dec 31, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

440PR assists independent musicians, bands, and labels in creating and maintaining a presence online and in the media. They embrace a grassroots approach to the way they connect music to writers, DJs, and music fans. Recently, one of their clients played a role in AMC's hit show, Mad Men.

Regardless of genre, each campaign is uniquely tailored based on the individual needs and wishes of the artist. Every submission will receive an initial evaluation, and 440PR will email applicants their observations and tips on how to improve media presence. Selected applicants will be eligible for a discounted rate.

440PR client Orestes Arcuni found success on Mad Men, while CNET recently interviewed instrumental rock trio Raisinhill. In addition, the company's roster boasts such talents as indie rock artist Kate Van Horn, blues/soul band Poverty Hash, and electroacoustic group 5turns25.

For more info, visit: http://www.440pr.com

Path to Laneway 2010 - Perth, West Australia

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Path to Laneway 2010 - Perth, West Australia
Deadline: Dec 24, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

St Jerome's Laneway Festival was the finest festival surprise of 2009. Just ask anyone who was there.

On Saturday 6th February a line-up pitched straight to the heart of discerning music fans will take over the Perth Cultural Centre. Australia's best boutique street party will deliver the finest indie line-up and your act could be opening the show!!

Path to Laneway is taking entries from all emerging, original, unsigned (to a major record label) Western Australian acts through Sonicbids only. 10 acts will be chosen to compete in 2 heats held at the Rosemount Hotel in January, with two favourites from each heat competing at the Final on Wednesday 27th January.

The winner of the Final will be invited to play at the St Jerome's Laneway Festival at the Perth Cultural Centre on Saturday 6th January to thousands of music lovers.

You could join Echo & the Bunnymen, Florence & the Machine, Black Lips, The XX, Daniel Johnston, Sarah Blasko, N.A.S.A., Eddy Current Surpression Ring, Wild Beasts, Dappled Cities, Mumford & Sons, The Very Best, Radioclit, Hockey, Whitley, The Middle East, Kid Sam and so many more great acts, hand-picked for their amazing live shows.

Hurry and get your application in as entries close on 20th December.

Please note this opportunity is only available to residents of Western Australia. All band members must be over 18 years old to enter.

For more info, visit: http://www.lanewayfestival.com.au

CMJ Music Marathon 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

CMJ Music Marathon 2010
Deadline: Jul 14, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The world-renowned CMJ Music Marathon is New York City's largest music festival, attracting more than 120,000 music professionals, artists and music enthusiasts to NYC every autumn.

Submit early: Not only will you save money but CMJ Music Marathon will be booking at least 20 artists out of those who submit by December 31, 2009 - and another 50 out of those who submit by March 31, 2010.

Since its inception in 1981 CMJ has been a springboard for the best new music talent from multiple genres, discovering music's future superstars years before their commercial breakthroughs. Artists like Arcade Fire, Feist, Justice, M.I.A., Spoon, Hold Steady, MGMT, Hot Chip, Daft Punk, Eminem, Red Hot Chili Peppers, R.E.M, Run-DMC, The Killers, Modest Mouse, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Green Day, Black Eyed Peas, Mars Volta, Jet, My Chemical Romance, The Shins, and Foo Fighters have performed at CMJ Music Marathon way ahead of topping the charts.

Representing the best of the New, more than 1,100 artists from the worlds of alternative, rock, electronica, hip-hop, metal, Americana, world, jazz and so much more will invade New York during CMJ week. At CMJ, it's virtually assured that one of 2011's breakout bands will be playing somewhere in New York City during CMJ week in 2010.

In addition to showcasing thousands of performers in clubs all over the city to over 120,000 music enthusiasts, CMJ Music Marathon hosts five days of nonstop events including panels, keynote speeches (including David Bowie, Marilyn Manson, Brian Wilson, Al Franken, Yoko Ono, and Rev. Jesse Jackson), film premieres (from Pulp Fiction in 1994 to Borat in 2006), mentoring sessions, tutorials and a sizzling, interactive lifestyle area.

CMJ Music Marathon features 1,100+ artists performing live in over 75 of New York City's greatest music venues October 19-23, 2010. This year, CMJ has chosen to accept submissions using Sonicbids. Earn your place in music history: apply to play CMJ NOW!

About CMJ Network Inc.
CMJ Network connects music fans and music industry professionals with the best in new music through interactive media, live events and print. CMJ.com offers a digital music discovery service, information resources, and community to new music fans, professionals, and artists. CMJ Events produces the legendary CMJ Music Marathon, the largest and longest-running music industry event of its kind, in addition to live events and tours across the USA. The weekly music business trade magazine CMJ New Music Report is the primary source for exclusive charts of non-commercial and college radio airplay and independent and trend-forward retail sales. CMJ New Music Monthly, the first consumer magazine to include a bound-in CD sampler, is the leading publication for the emerging music enthusiast. CMJ Access is an integrated marketing agency specializing in providing its clients unparalleled access to the college and young adult demographic and emerging music world. Log on to www.cmj.com for more information about all of CMJ's products and services.

For more info, visit: http://www.cmj.com

Deepfreeze Music: Film Trailer Licensing Opportunity

info@sonicbids.com — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Deepfreeze Music: Film Trailer Licensing Opportunity
Deadline: Nov 26, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Deepfreeze Music is looking for artists that have a high energy, fast paced sound for a trailer of a commercially-released film. Sync fees are available if placed and appropriate performance royalties will be paid via the artist's PRO (ASCAP, BMI, etc).

Acceptable genres are including (but not limited to) alternative/hard rock/metal, as well as hybrid electronica. The ideal song will contain one or more of the following keywords: city, finish line, obstacles, blowing up (as in explosions), fast, speed, etc.

For artists to be considered, they must meet the following criteria:

Must NOT have record and/or publishing deal (i.e. owns all their music).
Absolutely NO samples or cover songs allowed
Must be radio-ready recordings. No demos.

For more info, visit: http://www.deepfreezemusic.com

Rusty's Surf Ranch - Santa Monica, CA (Nov '09-Feb '10)

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Rusty's Surf Ranch - Santa Monica, CA (Nov '09-Feb '10)
Deadline: Feb 18, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

For over 12 years, Rusty's Surf Ranch in Shas played host to an eclectic mix of rock music, from ska and reggae acts to pop singers to straight up hard-rockers. The fun, casual music venue is located on the world famous Santa Monica Pier and is currently seeking fresh talent to add to its roster for Friday and Saturday night shows.

In addition to being known as a great place for showcasing live music, the 250 capacity venue features an award winning menu, so mellower acts will be booked for earlier time slots to accommodate its dining patrons. The sound and vibe accelerate from there, with each act allotted a 60 minute set to play. Due to draw issues, soloists will generally not be selected and the venue will feature 3 acts per show.

All booking is done 6-8 weeks in advance, with more immediate spots occasionally opening up. Bands will be paid with a percentage of the door after the 11th person, receiving a larger percentage for larger crowds. A great soundman and sound system are available to selected artists along with a limited backline consisting of vocal mics and monitors.

For more info, visit: http://rustyssurfranch.com

The Bitter End (Nov '09-Feb '10)

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

The Bitter End (Nov '09-Feb '10)
Deadline: Feb 18, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Opened in 1961, The Bitter End is New York City's oldest rock club. They are seeking bands to perform at this legendary venue. They book two months in advance and bands must have at least a 50-person draw. Compensation is based on the door.

The club books mostly rock-based bands but will consider most genres with the exception of hardcore, metal, rap or jazz. Bands are paid a percentage of the door, and some slots pay a guarantee. The Bitter End is an 18+ venue, and sets are generally 45 minutes to an hour.

Please note: Bands MUST have an established NYC draw (50 people minimum). If you do not have a draw of at least 50 in New York, please do not submit.

Located on Bleecker Street in the heart of Greenwich Village, many have performed in front of the famous red brick wall including...
Billy Joel, Bob Dylan, Gavin DeGraw, Dr. John, David Crosby, Phil Ochs, Happy Chapin, Bette Midler, Van Morrison, Nine Days, John Denver, Neil Diamond, Kenny Rogers, Blues Traveler, Billy Preston, Miles Davis, John Denver, Les Paul, Bo Diddley, Joni Mitchell, Everly Brothers, John Sebastian, Hall & Oates, Carly Simon, Stan Getz, Curtis Stigers, James Taylor, Arlo Guthrie, Richie Havens, Stevie Wonder, Bill Withers, Joe Walsh, Neil Young, George Thorogood, Bill Haley, Etta James, and Norah Jones... just to name a few.

For more info, visit: http://www.myspace.com/razorboymusic

Broad Horizon Records, Inc. 2010 Compilation CDs

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Broad Horizon Records, Inc. 2010 Compilation CDs
Deadline: Jan 31, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Broad Horizon Records, Inc. is seeking hard rock, alternative, classic rock, and heavy metal bands to participate in a series of compilation CDs to be released quarterly throughout 2010. If your music has guitar riffs that rock and bass lines that you can feel in your chest, you should consider submitting your music. At least 8 Sonicbids artists will be selected.

All artists selected to participate in this series will be given promotional CDs and an opportunity to purchase additional CDs at wholesale pricing. They will also receive a portion of the proceeds from CD sales and digital downloads/ringtones.

Broad Horizon Records, Inc. was founded in 1987 by partners Bob Lung and Jack Broad and is focused on producing, recording, and promoting original rock and country music. Current artists include The Mighty Swine, Session 9, Derrick Allen, Josh Young, and more. Broad Horizon Records, Inc. artists have opened for Kiss, Skid Row, Dokken, Adler's Appetite, LA Guns, Alice Cooper Motorhead, among others and have participated in festivals with 50,000+ attendees. Artists are getting airplay in several states and have recently signed a deal with the AMI Network for distributing songs through jukeboxes on a national level.

Broad Horizon Records, Inc. will be distributing compilation CDs to record stores as well as online stores like iTunes and Amazon.com. Songs may also be made into ringtones for sale online as well. Copies will be distributed to media for possible review and airplay. There will be an ad campaign online and possibly in print media to help boost sales of the disc.

For more info, visit: http://www.broadhorizonrecords.com

The Blue Ridge Bike Fest 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

The Blue Ridge Bike Fest 2010
Deadline: Jan 13, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The second annual Blue Ridge Bike Fest is Virginia's largest motorcycle event, boasting three days of concerts, stunt shows, custom bike contests, vendors and the very popular bikini competition. In 2009, BRBF reeled in approximately 8,000 attendees and numbers are expected to double in 2010.

All submissions must be from artists within the southern rock, classic rock and country genres, and compensation will be as much as $300-$500 per band.

The event will take place April 9-11 at the Roanoke Civic Center, and selected bands will join such acts as Great White, SwampDaWamp, and Jive Mother Mary, all expected to perform at various times throughout the weekend.

For more info, visit: http://www.blueridgebikefest.com

Twisted Hillbilly Records

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Twisted Hillbilly Records
Deadline: Dec 10, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Twisted Hillbilly Records was founded in 2007 and has grown into a vehicle to promote and record indie metal bands. We tour across the country with the Twisted Hillbilly Roadshow. TW also publishes Twisted Hillbilly magazine online at the Twisted Hillbilly website. Submissions accepted through Sonicbids will be considered for their roster, magazine, and tour spots. If selected, Twisted Hillbilly will contact you with more information.

The Twisted Hillbilly roster includes Crome Molly, Dig 6 Down, Diabase, and more. They also have sections dedicated to Gotic, Punk, Rock, Country, Bluegrass, and more. Check out their website for more information.

For more info, visit: http://www.twistedhillbillyrecords.com

Gary Allen (The Charlie Daniels Band/JJ Cale) World's Best Song (Nov-Feb 2010)

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Gary Allen (The Charlie Daniels Band/JJ Cale) World's Best Song (Nov-Feb 2010)
Deadline: Feb 16, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Gary Allen, drummer from The Charlie Daniels Band (The Devil Went Down To Georgia, The Souths Going To Do It Again!, Long Haired Country Boy), JJ Cale (Cocaine, After Midnight, Call Me The Breeze) and Opry Star Stonewall Jackson (Don't Be Angry, Waterloo) is seeking original songs to evaluate for use by bands, soundtracks and licensing through his connections as a BMI writer and performer. The new contest will be featured in The Examiner, on TennesseeConcerts.com and in Gary Allen's The Music City Beat newsletter.

Genres currently entering the contest include: Americana, blues, rock, R&B, soul, country, pop, jazz, punk, reggae, acoustic and instrumental. Selected songs will receive a written evaluation by Gary Allen and will be passed on to additional contacts such as managers, A&R, radio, TV, engineers, booking agents, record labels and program directors. The 2008 winner for Song of The Year was Sonicbids artist John Latta from Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Winners and runner-ups are posted monthly at TennesseeConcerts.com, Tennessee's most popular concerts event site and a top rated Google favorite among musicians and bands internationally. Tennessee Concerts has a Sonicbids page just added.

Winners, runner-ups, very honorable mentions, and Gary's Spotlight Sonicbids artists are featured in The Music City Beat newsletter, that goes out to thousands of hand selected recipients monthly. Gary will send the winner an autographed photo of The Charlie Daniels Band and/or give you a quote you can use on MySpace, CD Baby, your website, bio and on your CD.

Gary Allen also has the greatest down home style sponsors that have been with this contest from the start including:

Lynchburg Cake & Candy, made with Tennessee Jack Daniels Whiskey - The chocolate whiskey balls are a favorite with winners!
Spirit Percusssion is our new sponsor and will send your drummer whatever their cool new product is, such as the Mr BigShot brush/combo
Julia's LipTints, will send you a really cool lip tint that holds up under stage lights and through photography sessions
Sandy Forest-Hartman, of Mystic Angel Creations, will be sending the winner a gift certificate for some very unusual, handcrafted vintage jewelry
Steven Stolk of Steve's Magnificent Products, makes BBQ sauces, dip mixes, salad dressings and marinades with bourbon, coffee, peppers and wildflowers

Now in it's 4th year, Gary's Play It Again Jam, Nashville's longest running musicians rock and roll jam, is Yahoo's third rated musicians jam of 34 million related sites. Winners and runner-up songs will be played during the jam at The Elysian Inn in Nashville, every Sunday, for an audience of music business folks.

About the promoter...
BMI reports Gary is played on the radio every 4 seconds on Epic, Sony, Buddah, Mercury, Polygram, Shelter, MCA, Blue Hat, CBS, K-Tel and Polydor. Fire On The Mountain remains the top selling Charlie Daniels Band CD and he has toured with The Rolling Stones, Joe Walsh, Eric Clapton, The Allman Brothers Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Yes, Ted Nugent, Kansas, Bruce Springsteen and ZZ Top.
Along with The Beatles catalog, the late Michael Jackson retains ownership over Gary's Charlie Daniels Band material.

For more info, visit: http://www.tennesseeconcerts.com/sonicbids

Virgin America In-Flight Airplay: 'New Music Discovered' (Episode 4)

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Virgin America In-Flight Airplay: 'New Music Discovered' (Episode 4)
Deadline: Dec 17, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

'New Music Discovered' will feature 4 Sonicbids artists on Virgin Americas in-flight Sky Radio.

With flights from major U.S. cities, including San Francisco, LA, Las Vegas, San Diego, Seattle, New York, Washington D.C, Boston and Orange County that adds up to more than 416,667 ears per month listening to your song!

So, heres the deal. In this 8-minute segment, 4 Sonicbids artists will be featured - they will be interviewed and have parts of their songs played. So not only will listeners get to hear your music, theyll also get to hear from you. The segment will air in April 2010.

Sonicbids artists selected for the first three installments of 'New Music Discovered' include: The Brilliant Inventions, Katie Costello, Hey Marseilles, Family of the Year, The Woodlands, The Tiny, TV HeartAttack, The Jungle Rockers, Sentinel, Una, Justin Levinson and Carlton.

This opportunity is open to artists in all genres from anywhere in the world. Submissions will be reviewed by late December. This opportunity is sponsored by Sonicbids; however, music will be selected by an independent music supervisor.

For more info, visit: http://skyradionet.com/index.cfm

Red Dirt Poets: Spoken Word Performances - Oklahoma City, OK

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Red Dirt Poets: Spoken Word Performances - Oklahoma City, OK
Deadline: Dec 15, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Chicken Fried Entertainment is looking to book for a venue in Oklahoma City specializing in promoting spoken word artists, musicians, singers, and all talent. The venue has been booking performers for 11 years, booking twice per week. Each night of performance typically has 3 performing artists.

They are looking for a very diverse collection of artists and talent, accepting most all genres. The venue also provides a mic and speakers for all performing artists.

The venue has about a 70 person capacity and provides 50% of the door cover split to compensate performers. Artists may also sell CD's an merchandise, retaining 100% of the revenue.

For more info, visit: http://www.chickenfriedpoetry.com

First Run Songwriting Competition

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

First Run Songwriting Competition
Deadline: Jan 30, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The First Run Songwriting Competition is a Songwriting/Composing Contest open to songwriters, lyricists and music composers everywhere with a special division for writers and composers under 25. Winners will be selected in Jazz, R&B/Soul, and Lyrics/Song Poetry Only categories.

Contestants must compose music and lyrics according to guidelines for each category. One winner from each category will have their song featured in the Stage production, Firstborn in April 2010.

Categories:

Jazz: Songs should be 3-5 minutes long and piano centered. Submissions should have the title "Firstborn" and must have lyrics reflecting hope for a newly born daughter, the challenges that life presents and the love that will always be hers. It should be straight-ahead jazz, jazz fusion with R&B/Soul, or jazz fusion with contemporary acoustic/folk.
R&B/Soul: Songs should be 3-5 minutes long and feature any instrumentation. The style of the track should be a ballad in R&B, soul, neo-soul and/or acoustic fusion genres. Submissions can have any title, but lyrics should reflect a hope that beauty will return again in a life and love that was once beautiful, then changed for the worse.
Lyrics/Song Poetry Only: Writers may submit lyrics for either the Jazz or R&B/Soul guidelines. Judges in this lyrics only category base their evaluations on effective use of lyrical technique, story/theme development, rhyming and overall songwriting effectiveness. Judges also consider how successfully a lyric can be adapted to music.

For more info, visit: http://www.firstrunsongcompetition.com

Battle At The Beach 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Battle At The Beach 2010
Deadline: Dec 15, 2009 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Admiral Entertainment and Best Break Tours bring you the second annual Battle At The Beach in Panama City Beach, FL - Spring Break 2010! Perform in front of 1,000+ people in this event's second year.

Accepted bands could travel free to sunny Florida where they will compete for a chance to win a substantial cash prize, an extended Spring Break performance contract, Best Break Tours gift certificates and more.

Please note Admiral Entertainment is looking for bands from southern Quebec and Ontario as well as the central and eastern United States. Bands on the west coast and outside of the United States or Canada need not apply.

Selected artists will be required to promote the Canadian Spring Break trip to their friends/fans for fan support while participating in the Battle At The Beach 2010. Artist/bands who have upwards of 20+ fans travel with them will receive a free all inclusive round trip courtesy of Best Break Tours. Artists with upwards of 10+ traveling fans will receive a pro ration of that offer.

There are 3 reserved spots for Sonicbids members.

For more info, visit: http://www.admiralent.com

Ropeadope - Digital Record Label Consideration 2009/2010

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Ropeadope - Digital Record Label Consideration 2009/2010
Deadline: Feb 18, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Ropeadope is an established indie label (since 1999) and web destination for music lovers. They are welcoming their next decade of artists to the Ropeadope Music Collective.

Ropeadope is guaranteeing to select 2 Sonicbids artists to join the Collective. The artists will be featured on the Ropeadope main blog, Ropeadope Radio, and across all Ropeadope social network pages. Selected artists may be offered a digital release record contract and participation in the Ropeadope artist community, which is 50,000+ strong.

The label has selected Buddhuza, La Otra Banda, Double Helix, and Nive Neilsen for promotion in previous rounds. Ropeadope will release La Otrabanda's latest release worldwide in January 2010.

Accepted genres are Indie rock, jazz, hip-hop, folk, country, bluegrass, electronic, soul, R&B, and Americana. To be considered for label distribution, artists must be a committed touring band.

Ropeadope is the legendary indie label that launched in 1999 with the release of DJ Logic's debut - Project Logic. Historically and sonically important records followed - Christian McBride's Live At Tonic, The Philadelphia Experiment, The Word, Mike Gordon (from Phish), The Benevento Russo Duo and others. In 2007 Ropeadope launched their all-digital imprint and has since led the way in developing a new label model, providing expanding support for artists and sharing profits equally. Recently, Ropeadope music has been featured on HBO's True Blood and Nintendo's WII commercials.

Ropeadope exists to filter through the noise pollution to find diverse, authentic music. They are a widely respected indie label, and a contract with them will give an artist a platform to grow and be exposed to a broader audience.

For more info, visit: http://www.ropeadope.com

Acoustic Rhythms at Linger Cafe & Lounge

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Acoustic Rhythms at Linger Cafe & Lounge
Deadline: Mar 18, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The "Acoustic Rhythms" Series takes place bi-weekly every month, with the first to start on January 10, 2010 at The Linger Cafe & Lounge in Brooklyn, NY showtime: 4pm to 5:30pm.

Presented by Linger Cafe & Lounge and BarrioSOUL Entertainment, this is an excellent opportunity for up and coming artists, as well as established acts, to get in front of new faces. Featuring a performance twice a month, the "Acoustic Rhythms" series has a relaxed & intimate atmosphere complete with good vibes and good food & beverages.

Genres accepted include: Jazz, AfroCuban, LatinJazz, AfroBrazilian, BrazilianJazz, PeruvianJazz, AfroPeruvian, Jazz Classics...etc, basically genres of music w/ Jazz & Rhythmic feel to it.

For more info, visit: http://lingercafelounge.com/

Naperville Ribfest 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Naperville Ribfest 2010
Deadline: Apr 16, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

The Naperville Exchange Club's "Ribfest" is now in its 22nd yr. Ribfest is a fund raising event that, in partnership with the city of Naperville, IL, is held each July 4th weekend. All net proceeds are donated to a variety of organizations that aid in the prevention of child abuse and domestic violence.

Ribfest attracts 250,000 attendees throughout the 4 day event. 4-6 bands play each day on 2 stages. Genres accepted include: rock, blues, bluegrass, country, alternative country/rock, jazz, and jambands.

Artist compensation is negotiable. Some artists donate their performance, and Ribfest lets them keep 100% of merch sales.

Prominent past performers include REO Speedwagon, Heart, Ted Nugent, Trace Adkins, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Kenny Wayne Shepard, David Lee Roth, Los Lonely Boys, Doobie Bros, Hootie and the Blowfish, Blue Oyster Cult, Blood, Sweat and Tears, Loretta Lynn, Charlie Daniels Band, Foghat, and Marshall Tucker Band.

Ribfest has been voted the Best Fest in the Midwest by Festival magazine for the past 14 years in a row. Ribfest recruits 18 of the country's best rib vendors from all over the country. Come on out for some of the best BBQ you will ever taste!

The Exchange Club of Naperville is a nonprofit 501(c)3 charity and a 501(c)6 membership organization.

Sponsors include: Miller Lite, Coca Cola, First National Bank of Naperville, Clear Channel Radio, Best Buy and many others. Visit the website for more.

For more info, visit: http://www.ribfest.net

Key of Gee Jazz Break (Nov-Feb 2010)

info@sonicbids.com — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Key of Gee Jazz Break (Nov-Feb 2010)
Deadline: Feb 18, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Key of Gee Jazz break is a program at the University of Detroit Mercy. Hosted by Gisele "Gee" Caver, the program is streamed live on the internet from 9-11am.

They are looking for Smooth Jazz and R&B, but are accepting other genres for the radio station. Podcasts are also available at keyofgeejazzbreak.podomatic.com.

Must be clean lyrics and cannot not have content that has negative, racial, sexual or politcal content.

For more info, visit: http://www.keyofgee.com

No Frills Grill - Lake Placid, FL (2009/2010)

info@sonicbids.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

No Frills Grill - Lake Placid, FL (2009/2010)
Deadline: Mar 30, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Located in the Placid Lakes area on the outskirts of Lake Placid, Florida, No Frills Grill is a contemporary Eatery with small town charm. Whether you're enjoying a Burger and a Brew on our patio or one of signature dishes inside, you're in for a great meal with or without the "Frills".

The No Frills Grill is a small restaurant with an outside (enclosed) patio. They are looking for varied artists on Saturday evenings for 3 hours at a time, between 6:30-9:30. They usually book music twice per week, currently booking primarily local acts but are open to touring acts as well.

The grill has a diverse age group of customers. Genres include: acoustic, pop, blues, country, and more; almost anything goes!

For more info, visit: http://www.nofrillsgrill.net

Music is Art Again - Space 12 (2010)

info@sonicbids.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Music is Art Again - Space 12 (2010)
Deadline: Jan 19, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Space 12 is a fairly new community center on the hip east side of Austin, TX with a quality P.A. and mixer, projection screen, and small lighting system. They have different organizations working out of their space and also put on several shows, exhibits, classes, and other events that involve the community.

For shows, they compensate the artists with a percentage of the door, which is usually 20% per band to allow for 3 bands per show. We've had several local acts but also touring bands such as Will Johnson, Good Night and Good Morning, David Bazan, and WD-41.

While Space 12 isn't genre specific, they are looking for artists that are very involved with their music and treat it as an art form. There are plenty of places to see your standard alternative and blues bands in Austin so they are trying to promote a artsy style of music. They have most dates available and are always BYOB, allowing all Ages.

For more info, visit: http://www.space12.org

Copenhagen Songwriters Festival 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Copenhagen Songwriters Festival 2010
Deadline: May 1, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Songwriters! Enter today for the chance to be a part of the vibrant, thriving songwriting community in Copenhagen!

The Copenhagen Songwriters Festival was founded in 2009 with a focus on original songcraft and celebration of Danish and international songwriters, new and known, and the songwriter community in Denmark. Over 100 artists from 18 countries performed on three stages daily on the 2009 event, including Jonatha Brooke and Kim Richey (US), Angu (Greenland), Gudrid Hansdottir (Faroe Islands) and Deodato Siquir (Mozambique) - and even more is planned for the 2010 event!

Each selected artist receives at least $350 for performing, in addition to inclusion in the festival program and 2010 festival promotional CD (distributed to dj's and promotors throughout the US and Europe) along with three day event passes, food & drink tickets and personal introductions to leading songwriters and event promotors in Denmark.

The Copenhagen Songwriters Festival is also a charitable fundraiser for Amnesty International, with 20 percent of ticket sales benefiting their work in 2009.

The Listening Room International Songwriter Retreats are led by founder Brett Perkins, who as an active songwriter and artist has multiple albums, song cuts, film and TV placement credits, international song competition wins and 33 countries toured so far since the early 80's. Brett is also the founder of the Copenhagen Songwriters Festival and US/EU Listening Room Concert Series and a frequent artist consultant and guest lecturer for international songwriter organizations, who's past affiliations include CEO/National Academy of Songwriters, Publisher/SongTalk Magazine, Producer/Salute To The American Songwriter Awards, Executive Director/Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation, Founding Partner/Unisong International Song Contest and A&R/TAXI.

For more info, visit: http://www.copenhagensongwritersfestival.com

Listening Room International Songwriter Retreats (March - May 2010)

info@sonicbids.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Listening Room International Songwriter Retreats (March - May 2010)
Deadline: Mar 15, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Songwriters! Submit your work for a chance to win a fully funded scholarship, half price participation, or minimum $50 savings on one of the following four annual Listening Room International Songwriter Retreats!

May 09-16, 2010 - Gotland Island, Sweden
September 12-19, 2010 - Samso Island, Denmark
October 10-17, 2010 - Inisheer Island, Ireland
January 16-23, 2011 - Ben Lomond, CA USA

(1) Sonicbids scholarship winner will receive a full week long retreat at the location of their choice, free of charge (includes housing, provided meals, workshops, concerts and a full week of co-writing with songwriters from several countries. Travel to and from the retreat site is the responsibility of the winner.). Retreats range in price from $975.-$1200. Prize must be claimed within one calendar year of the posted winning date.

(5) Sonicbids scholarship runners up will receive the full weeks long retreat at the location of their choice for 50% off the listed price (includes housing, meals, workshops, concerts and a full week of co-writing with songwriters from several countries). Discount must be claimed within one calendar year of the posted winning date.

All submitting artists will be entitled to a $50 discount off the event of their choice.

The retreats are limited in size to a maximum of 20 songwriters, who live and work together for a full weeks' immersion in songwriting among inspiring natural surroundings, resulting in experiences and relationships that can resonate for a lifetime, as well as establishment and expansion of personal networks for touring, song placements and ongoing co-writing internationally.

"As a professional songwriter for over 25 years I have participated in -- and facilitated -- many writing workshops. It's my pleasure to attest that the Listening Room retreat I attended was the most enjoyable and productive of them all." Tom Kimmel (Johnny Cash, Joe Cocker, Shawn Colvin, Linda Ronstadt, Randy Travis)

Over 400 songwriters from 12 countries have participated in Listening Room International Songwriter Retreats since their inception in 2002 - from seasoned pros seeking new inspiration, to newcomers just starting out.

"In 2004 I decided to re-invest in myself by going on a Listening Room retreat. The experience was literally transformational. I came back with renewed energy, some great co-written songs, a new network of songwriting friends from around the world and most importantly of all, I have come alive again as a songwriter. I can't recommend it too highly." Jimmy Rae

Note: This opportunity is open for submission from songwriters at all levels of development, ages 16 and over, who are interested in expanding their skills and network. You do not have to play an instrument to participate. Lyric only writers are also welcome.

"Brett Perkins' Listening Room Retreats have created some of the most magical and productive moments in my life as a songwriter. I would recommend it to anyone who want to grow as a songwriter/artist and human being." Simon Lynge

The Listening Room International Songwriter Retreats are led by founder Brett Perkins, who as an active songwriter and artist has multiple albums, song cuts, film and TV placement credits, international songwriting competition wins and 33 countries toured so far since the early 80's. Brett is also the founder of the Copenhagen Songwriters Festival and US/EU Listening Room Concert Series and a frequent artist consultant and guest lecturer for international songwriter organizations, who's past affiliations include CEO/National Academy of Songwriters, Publisher/SongTalk Magazine, Producer/Salute To The American Songwriter Awards, Executive Director/Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation, Founding Partner/Unisong International Song Contest and A&R/TAXI.

"Ability is relative. Talent can be developed through nurturing, or diminish through neglect. Music is an expression of self and spirit available to all who wish to follow its' path, and everyone has an audience for their works. If these statements resonate as true for you, I look forward to welcoming you on a retreat...." Brett Perkins, Founder

For more info, visit: http://www.listeningroomretreats.com

Rock 1 Productions: Indie Music Showcase TV Series - 2010

info@sonicbids.com — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 23:00:00 EST

Rock 1 Productions: Indie Music Showcase TV Series - 2010
Deadline: Jan 15, 2010 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Rock 1 Productions is seeking great new bands for the Indie Music Showcase TV series. Each week for 12 weekly episodes Rock 1 features songs from 2 top local Indie bands and one headline band recorded at major clubs, festivals & concerts such as Hard Rock Clubs, the Vans Warped Tour, Tattoo Rock Parlor, the Gibson Guitar Artists' Lounge, and many others. This is the unique 'The Indies Play' segment.

Rock 1 has a total viewership of over 7.5 million people worldwide. Every weekly Episode is broadcast four times to in the US, Canada, and the UK to an 18-30 year-old core demographic.. Episodes are also distributed throughout North America on DVD and worldwide via downloads.

These local groups are headlined by a set from a popular nationally signed breaking band (touring widely with songs/videos in radio & TV rotation). This is their hit 'Breaking Today' segment. They have taped a series of in-person Music Business Interviews with recording Stars and renowned technical experts, one of which airs on each episode as the informative 'What the Pros Say' segment.

Only bands playing original material can be considered. Rock has 208 College & University affilitates including Arizona State, Ball State, Brown, Cal State, Elon, Emerson, Emory, Fairfield, Iowa State, Ithaca, Northwestern, NYU, Ohio State, Rutgers and the SUNY schools.

On the Rock 1 website, you will find our first Episode from the first season of Club Showcase to get acquainted with their artists, format, and live experience.

The program's core values are quality, diversity, originality, community involvement, exciting live performance, viewer education, band support, energy & entertainment.

The Indie Music Showcase is a new, lasting, unique source of content for your audience.

For more info, visit: http://www.indiemusicshowcase.com