IDOL ANNOUNCES SONGWRITING CONTEST

After just posting that the American Idol songwriting contest is on the 'backburner', I now announce that American Idol are taking submissions up until April 17th.

You may only submit one song and it must be accompanied by a US$10 entry fee.

They are looking for songs between 2 and a half minutes to 4 minutes long that would different singers.

Submit your entry to Songwriter American Idol.



[Resource http://songwriter.americanidol.com/]

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BAND AND MUSIC MERCHANDISE

Here's an interesting read on band merchandise.

Find out what those in the 'know' have to say about band merchandise and why the future of band merchandise is assured. Band and Music Merchandise.

[Resource http://www.largemart.com/read-music/article/band-and-music-merchandise.htm]

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AMERICAN IDOL SONGWRITING UPDATE

Back in January I made this post Songwriting Competition to Produce "Instant Hits"

Here's an update on the progress of the songwriting contest. American Idol producer says although its on the 'backburner" he believes it will still happen.



[Resource http://www.realitytvworld.com/news/american-idol-producer-believes-songwriting-contest-will-still-happen-4909.php]

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