Songwriting Competition 2021

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Contestant Information

* First Name

* Last Name

* Band Name

* Address

Address 2

* City

* State

* Zip/Postal Code

* Country

* Phone Number

* Email Address

Co-Writer Information (if applicable)

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Song Information

* Song Title

* Music Category

* Upload song (.wav or .mp3)

* Upload lyrics (.txt, .pdf or .doc)

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Payment Information

$25 Entry Fee

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Income

- The Songwriting Contest is open to those whose primary source of income (50% or more) is not derived from songwriting or publishing. Income from performing gigs is not songwriting income. Be aware that some songwriters may play their music on tour or have their own album. All finalists will be asked to sign an official Acknowledgment of Eligibility. This also applies to co-writers.

Original Work

- All entries must be the original work of contestant and shall not infringe on any copyright or any other rights of any third party. Contestant may enter as many songs as desired, but this does not necessarily increase the chances of winning.

Re-entry

First place winners during the past year may not re-enter in the specific category in which they won or re-enter the same song.

Second and third place winners during the past year may not re-enter the same song. Co-writers are subject to the same eligibility requirements as the entrant.

Musical Composition

- Each song submitted must have both instrumentation and lyrics. NO INSTRUMENTAL SONGS. Lyrics should also be written and recorded in English. There are four categories in the Songwriting Contest: Bluegrass, Country, General, and Gospel/Inspirational. Judges will determine the musical parameters of each category and reserve the right to reassign a song to a more appropriate category if necessary.

Performance

- Artists scheduled to perform at DemoCompany are not eligible to enter the DSC in the year they are performing.

Online Entries

- The Online entry form and signature on entry form constitutes each song submitted is an original work and releases The Songwriting Contest, sponsors, Demo Venue, and DemoCompany from all liability. Entry also constitutes permission to use winner's name and likeness for future advertising and publicity without compensation.

All Entries

- Only entries submitted according to the rules will be considered. No deadline extensions. No exceptions.

Entry Fees - All entry fees are non-refundable
The 12 finalists will be determined and posted on the website by the first week of April. Only finalists will be personally notified. Net proceeds from the Songwriting Contest help support the DCF Memorial Scholarship.
BY SUMITTING THIS ENTRY I AGREE NOT TO HOLD Demo Venue, Demo Venue FOUNDATION, THEIR BOARDS AND/OR STAFF RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS, LOSS, THEFT, OR CLAIMS RESULTING FROM MY PARTICIPATION. BY SUBMISSION OF THIS ENTRY, I ALSO GRANT PERMISSION FOR PUBLICATION OF ANY PHOTO OR VIDEO IN WHICH I MAY APPEAR.