Tag: songwriting journal
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WAM Unveils Diverse Nominees for 2025 Song of the Year
The search for Western Australia’s top songwriting talent has reached a fever pitch as West Australian Music (WAM) reveals the nominees for the 2025 Song of the Year competition presented by Act Belong Commit. Over 800 original songs poured in from artists across the state, promising to showcase the rich diversity and talent within WA’s…
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Play It Strange Crowns Sienna Fitzgerald Junior Songwriting Champion
Play It Strange recently unveiled the winners of the 2025 Junior Songwriting Competition, a platform for Year 9-11 high school students to showcase their musical talents. This year, a record-breaking 180 entries flooded in, highlighting the abundance of creativity among New Zealand’s budding songwriters. The Songs In My Head: Songwriting Journal – Lined Writing and…
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Spotify, BMG Forge New Licensing Deal to Benefit Songwriters
Spotify and BMG have recently inked a direct multiyear publishing licensing agreement in the United States, deviating from the conventional Copyright Royalty Board model. This move, announced on October 8, signifies a strategic shift for Spotify, aiming to enhance value for songwriters and their representatives. It is part of a series of similar agreements that…
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Artists Embrace Creative Control Amid Music Industry Evolution
Reclaiming artistic ownership has become a hot topic in the music industry, spurred by Taylor Swift’s re-recording project. Swift’s successful re-recordings of her earlier albums have inspired musicians like Pete Murray to take control of their work. Murray, a seasoned Australian artist, recently announced the release of new versions of his songs, emphasizing the importance…