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Sony/ATV writer Jon Nite talks about his first cuts, holds, and how he goes about pitching his own songs - even as a signed writer.

In Part 2 of this interview, the "Crazy Pitches" members, Hannah Showmaker, Ciara Shortridge, and Chelsea Kent, continue their discussion on how a plugging group can bring success to their individual publishing companies.

In an industry where it can be difficult to get the attention of major labels, attorney Chuck Allen Floyd discusses how independent artists can go about obtaining and structuring a deal from an investor.

This industry is nearly impossible to stand out as a lonely island in the middle of the ocean. Hit songwriter Barry Dean discusses the importance of building your network and finding your "tribe" that are conducive to your creative endeavors.

In part one of this video, Hannah Showmaker, Creative Director at Big Loud Shirt; Ciara Shortridge, A&R Representative at Disney Music Group; and Chelsea Kent, Creative Director at Still Working Music, are all members of the "Crazy Pitches" Plugging Group. In this video, they discuss what a plugging group is...

Hit songwriter Jon Nite shares his most essential tips for co-writing with professional songwriters.