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Brain Food: Songwriting Tip: Why You Still Should Register A “Copyrighted” Work by Justin M. Jacobson, Esq

While many creatives in the entertainment industry believe (and are partly correct) that a work is copyrighted as soon as it is fixed in a tangible medium it still pays, often literally, to formally register the work with the U.S. Copyright Office, particularly where legal issues are concerned. A common misconception in the entertainment industry…

Matthew Writes “A Songwriter’s EP Season 1”

Songwriter Matthew Writes has released his new EP called “Season 1”. I was just going to rush & post this….. Nah, gotta share my thoughts… only 3 songs…. Mr Writes and I have beef… the first song is a banger… I love when that sort of Migos trap with a bounce is mixed with R&B….

Leo Stannard “I Need Time”

I love when I just stumble on to new music…. I’ve never heard of Leo Stannard before but I was clicking through soundcloud & BOOM here comes this beautiful song “I Need Time“….. I love the vocal performance, I love the melody & the overall vibe to the song…. From what I know this will…

Circle Of Energy “Soul Of Music”

“Soul Of Music” is a recently released visual from up & coming group C.O.E. (Circle Of Energy) Facebook: www.facebook.com/circleofenergyofficial Facebook: www.facebook.com/jessejaxx91 Facebook: www.facebook.com/florence.sfe

Christopher Michael “O.I.NO (Oh I Know)” (Prod by CODEEZY)

“O.I.NO (Oh I Know)” is a dope new I guess Pop song from up & coming artist Christopher Michael. I can’t put my finger on a genre but I don’t think it matters this is a very good song. It has maybe a country feel but without the traditional “twang” has that sort of story…

Kiki Rowe “Look Who’s Alone”

“Look Who’s Alone” is the latest visual release from singer/songerwriter Kike Rowe. A very smooth laid back song that I really like. Website: kikirowe.ca Facebook: www.facebook.com/KikiRoweMusic Twitter: @kikirowemusic

Ryan Murff “Lifetime”

“Lifetime” is a beautiful new song from Mid West singer/songwriter Ryan Murff. This is one song I would be proud to purchase. So Ryan when you read this hit me with an itunes link. Twitter: @RyanMurffMusic

Marin “Day 42”

“Day 42” is the new song presented by the talented artist Marin. Website: www.marinofficial.com Twitter: @marinmonroe Facebook: www.facebook.com/officialmarin

Chaz DeFranco “Better Off/New Girl” (prod by IGNORVNCE)

“Better Off/New Girl” is the new song from singer/songwriter Chaz DeFranco. Chaz is currently in the studio working on his sophomore EP. Official website: www.chazdefranco.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/chazdefranco Soundcloud: www.soundcloud.com/chazdefranco Instagram : www.instagram.com/chazdefranco Twitter: @chazdefranco

Songwriting Tip: “Dress Your Demos for Success” by Ralph Murphy

Hit songwriter Ralph Murphy talks about songwriting in Nashville and what it takes to create a song demo for that market. Every time a songwriter (or songwriters) finishes a song, the inevitable question comes up: How should this piece of work be demoed? Let’s start by defining what we are taking about. Demo is short…

Olivia Louise “Scorpio” (Prod. By Moteleola)

“Scorpio” is the Moteleola produced track from Uk R&B singer Olivia Louise. Her unique voice & writing style really shine through over Moteleola’s production. The writing seems very personal & that’s what makes me keep hitting play. This is a very short & sweet track that touches the emotions & exudes a bit of honesty, not sure…

[The Distribution] Ajay Rock “Mirrors” #AjayRockApril

Brainacs! Can you believe April is over? I know you are all excited to be one step closer to summer but I have one final treat! Listen to the final installment of #AjayRockApril where the uber talented up & coming singer/songwriter Ajay Rock covers Justin Timberlake’s “Mirrors” If you missed any of…