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NOTICED IN NASHVILLE by Brett Beavers

How do you get your songs noticed in Nashville? First things first. Get yourself noticed in Nashville. The smart way.

Present to win

We’ve all heard it. I heard it on my first trip to Nashville, but it didn’t sound like the...

By: Tracey + Vance Marino

Getting music placed in film, TV, commercials, trailers, video games, and other media projects is known as “sync” or “music licensing.” Sync is short for “synchronization,” which refers to combining music (audio) with a scene (video). This is a growing source of revenue...

"Most of us as songwriters begin writing by ourselves; in our bedroom, or on our back porch -- wherever it may be. Co-writing is a good way to not only make yourself a better writer, but your songs better songs."

Why Co-Write...

Tune into Jon Stark telling his story of the lyrical development of the song “forgive yourself”. Jon covers his journey with co-writer Patrick Droney and the unique circumstances that created the song. Expressing the importance of bringing lyrics to life, adding color, and creating an atmosphere for your words. 

 NSAI Executive Director Bart Herbison shares 5 tips for songwriters on honing their craft, furthering their careers, and standing out in the music industry.

By Curtis Dean, Sage Music

Are you a professional songwriter or someone just learning the ropes of songwriting? Perhaps you’re someone on the rise who likes creating music just for fun? Are you a musician who is always coming up with lyrics to a song? Perhaps you have...