Im a Songwriter

Tim Pillow

2012-04-24T14:03:00.000-07:00

I'm a pedal steel guitar player from Phoenix, Az. I have been playing steel and banjo for 15 years. I have a contemporary style and can adapt to other forms of music such as a classic rock, bluegrass, and some contemporary style jazz. I originally came from a bluegrass background playing banjo as my main instrument. I'm influenced by traditional scruggs style. I have mp3 samples of some session work I have done for local artists.

looking for:

I'm looking for a fiddle player, lead guitar that knows how to chicken pick, and a rhythm guitar player. I'm looking to complete a instrumental CD that features classic country, contemporary country, bluegrass and some classic rock.
I'm also need these instruments to complete backing tracks for live DUO gigs I'm trying to book.

I prefer to trade out services since I don't have a budget to pay musicians at this time.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Tim.Pillow.htm

Raimund Weidinger

2012-04-20T03:52:00.002-07:00

We offer services to any Band , Individual or venue *sound *lighting
*Studio Recording time.
We manage, book and promote bands!
We have over 20 yrs experience. We have bands available. rock, country , you name it! We have a great solo artist for any occasion.

http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Raimund.Weidinger.htm

Roger Bret

2012-04-18T03:54:00.002-07:00

Music was always a main focus around my family. My Dad played a lap steel with a little Hawaiian show group in Chicago, and also a 6 string electric when they first came on the market. My Mom sang with the Chicago Opera Co., And was featured in several productions, one as the star lyric soprano on the opera, “Madam Butterfly”. I knew the melody of One Fine Day, long before I heard “Jail House Rock”. Several of the songs on this album are about my friends from the past and present, and they never cease to provide me with new material to write about.
I've written 9 original songs on my album, "A Little Bit Country". They are unique ballads about life and friends from different phases of my life and times. All songs were produced at my recording studio, VECTOR STUDIOS in Laguna Niguel California where I do voice-over work as well. My group, The Other Band is currently playing casual gigs, in the form of weddings, parties, and events, in the local areas of Orange County and Los Angeles Ca. I also performs as a One Man Band, using a digital drummer that has sequenced bass patterns giving the sound of an actual 3 piece band and play harmonica along with it, so he creates 4 actual instrumental sounds. When you add to this mix of instruments the amazing guitar I use called a GUITORGAN, you get a 5th sound of an actual organ. The entire package of entertainment is great for small gatherings, and parties where cost, and available space are of major consideration. If music is not on your list of desired entertainment, I do a stand-up comedy act that is hilarious, and keeps the crowd in "Bent over stitches" as it has been described by many who've seen it.
Since I have been a professional photographer for 20 or more years, I've also been hired to do the still photography at a party and can supply the host with a CD of the photos before leaving the event. My felling is, “Why just stand around on my break when I could be taking pictures of everyone adding to the fun!”

http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/roger.bret.htm

Steve Campbell

2012-04-18T03:36:00.002-07:00

Hi , I'm Steve , owner of I.M.P., an agency run for musicians by musicians. I am a seasoned drummer seeking employment and also groups to form, play with and book nationally. I can play bass, keys and sing back up vocals and also collaborate with digital music producers and connect them with other artist within my network. I'm close to being a one stop shop.

II I.P. (intellectual property) taken from the I.M.P. band induction manual.

The answer to questions regarding how I.M.P. works with respect to your intellectual contribution.

Co- writing rule Book

1. Songs written from start to finish are sole property of the writer.

2. No song shall be brought to the table or into the repertoire of scheduled original songs for re-arrangement or recording if it was co written with a member of the band and an outside party. The explicit written consent of the additional co- writers is the only remedy to this clause.

3. Songs arranged by members in addition to the writer(s) are not subject to publishing credits until after the songs are recorded for the purpose of distribution and sale. The recorded version of the song must reflect the influence of clear collaboration and in the witness the collaborators, to include the writers responsible for the works inception (ie those who started the ball rolling with an idea). It is rare but possible for an idea to invoke the plethora of ideas to follow and for those ideas to take precedence and for the original idea to be discarded. The line is drawn firmly in that for the sake of mutual benefit to those involved, that in the passion of collaboration it was an idea given to you that allowed you to better grasp your own contribution (the one the band kept) and for that, you are willing to share in the fruits of that creation. I call it “spark to fire” theory. This might happen when a guitar line sparks the bass line and we keep the bass line. The guitarist clearly pushed the bass player into a place of creativity. This kind of clause also helps almost every collaborator earn a publishing credit for the song and creates a more fair division of wealth between members hence giving all members the same level of ambition and drive to work for their band.

4. Works can be split as many ways as there are co-songwriters. Typically 4 to 6 different people may be on a Songwriting credit.

5. A collaboration would need to include melodic changes to song structure in addition to rhythmic accompaniment. The drum beat is not copy written however arrangement or instrumentation may influence the overall sound of the work. This changes the number of people who influenced the song, it is worthy of consideration. If by chance each member touches the song in this manner, all should in theory split profits from it's broadcast. Again the influence must be substantially more than what a mechanical royalty would cover.

A Production Royalty is usually awarded to the Producer. Production influence can include tonal, Effectual and procedural enhancements in the overall sound at the production stage of the recording project and finished product. This is part of the collaboration process between members. It is integral to the groups survival that credit is given where credit is due. It is important to recognize potential conflicts of interest and work together to avoid or remedy them before problems occur.

It is possible for a member to be the Producer depending upon their financial commitment. If the band splits the cost of the record evenly, the propensity for potential value to sway in the interest of certain members is grossly eminent. This is because the Co-writing credits may naturally favor certain writers as the songs are picked. Since we will vote on what goes to record based on the quality of the song and it’s commercial viability as oppose to whether or not we wrote it, we must think first of the overall final product and put our best songs forward. Often group members make alliances to encourage the production of a song they wrote. Often the band will have third party feedback influence the choice of material. Often the guy flipping the bill has final say. If this person is a band member, that record will reflect a larger influence from that member. The chips will fall where they may. In most cases by the time a song reaches the studio each member has touched the song, but usually only one or two added lyrics. This is a separation of interest in the song. Words and Music means 50% - 50%.

While a lyricist may get 50% of the song, the other five members may have to split 50% of the royalties with the lyricists and a chunk to the Producer for making it all possible. A Publicist will be hired in the event of a commercial Studio Recording.

Engineers are not producers. They will be paid prior to the release of the recording and will not receive a royalty. The person who told him what to do might. Or we will be pool from within the group since several of us have an interest in mixing and post production. I would prefer to keep everything in house.

looking for:

Several projects are being built right now. Rock, Jazz, Reggae and Pop/R&B

http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Steve.Campbell.htm

William Pruett

2012-04-16T04:54:00.000-07:00

i want to help others learn their craft as well as myself the best that we can. i am a liberal person and i just love making music.

looking for:

all musicians
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/William.Pruett.htm

zeinab wehbe

2012-04-16T04:38:00.000-07:00

i write good lyrics (: that'S what they tell me...
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Duane Gourdin

2012-04-16T04:24:00.002-07:00

Duane Gourdin
Musical career doing back round vocals/cartoon voice-overs and transcriptions for TV and radio commercials in New York.
As a Musical Director / Synthesist for
The Joneses
Gloria Gaynor
Evelyn “Champagne” King
Force MD’s
Afrikka Bambatta and the Soul Sonic Force
As Musical Director / Synthesist he has toured / played with a variety of artist such as
Skyy
Crown Heights Affair
Chante Moore
Alexander O'Neal
Cherrelle
Prince
Four Tops
New Edition
Melissa Morgan
Cameo
Millie Jackson
Larry Graham
Full Force
Jermaine Jackson
The O-Jays
Morris Day and The Time
Harold Melvin
Chaka Khan
Stylistics
The Spinners
Jermaine Jackson
Barcay’s
Con Funk Shun
Brenda Russell
Lionel Ritchie
Frankie Beverly and Maze
Kool and The Gang
Luther Vandross
Judy Garland
Carol Burnett
Frank Sinatra, and Count Basie , and many more. After performing at most of the major concert venues around the world he came to Houston, Texas and worked on his degree in Audio/Video Engineering
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Duane.Gourdin.htm

Andrew O'Neill

2012-04-02T03:28:00.002-07:00

Im a songwriter I cant sing and my rhythm is terrible but what i write is gold may be big headed of me but
its my only talent except physics Im very accomplished at love songs and ballads if ya need one drop me a line ....also if your stuck in your own songs im very creative and can string words very easly.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Andrew.ONeill.htm

Darrell Looney

2012-03-31T04:10:00.002-07:00

I like to use funky/jazzy riffs as opposed to traditional "swing jazz" violin styles. Played in various bands and orchestras since age 9. Switched to jazz in high school. Playing off and on since then. Mostly looking to collaborate on various projects.

looking for:

Yes, I often need funky musicians to play tracks for original songs that I write. Mostly need guitar and bass guitar.

http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Darrell.Looney.htm

Anthony Thomaz

2012-03-30T03:44:00.000-07:00

My name is Anthony Thomaz Ceo of Mach1 recording with my business Partner Adam Lansky. We're a Local Record Label out of Little Rock Arkansas basically we producer,writer, compose,& Promoter live music shows any genre. Our Studio time starts at 45 dollars a hour that including Mastering and Mixing Professional setting all recording is in a Great program called Logic.

looking for:

We're looking for all talent musically we are Open Minded people that want to work with the best.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Anthony.Thomaz.htm

Wes Lauzen

2012-03-28T03:05:00.002-07:00

35 yr old country vocalist, deep rich lows, full midrange, thinner highs, but solid.
Modest bio: I am primarily a singer, but also a lightly skilled rhythm guitarist (strum chords, some simple finger picking). I have never heard anything but praise for my style and vocals though. Placed highly in and won a few contests (one national), played in quite a few shows for fun. No samples posted on the web yet, but will post soon. I do have a few audio examples of my vocals I can email if you would like samples. Do not have home studio per-se, but can do demo recording with vocals and simple guitar accompanyment from lead sheets or sheet music with chords. Could also just record vocal track in mp3 to use with your seperate accompanyment (provided by you for my recording purposes) in a seperate mix. New to this, but am a seasoned, experienced singer.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Wes.Lauzen.htm

Scott Ivey

2012-03-24T03:09:00.002-07:00

My Name is Scott Ivey and I've been writing songs for 15 years.
I've worked with grammy award winning producers and have worked in top of the line studios.
I've been playing in bands since I was a teenager and have been producing for about 8 years.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Scott.Ivey.htm

Andre Meacham

2012-03-22T14:44:00.002-07:00

i can record bands live and in studio. i do vocals. i am very proficient with multiple electronic instruments/production tools. i am the sound guy at a local venue, which rules. i have been a drummer for 14 years. i have a lot of work that is just not posted online.. ask and ye shall receive.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Andre.Meacham.htm

Rick Cooper

2012-03-22T14:34:00.002-07:00

I am a bassist, vocalist, guitarist, and keyboard player. I'm a songwriter, I have a home studio that sounds pretty decent. I am here to help people, and my music is to help make the world a little better place.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Rick.Cooper.htm

Albert Casey

2012-03-21T13:32:00.000-07:00

I am 26 year old guitar instructor. I have played guitar for 10 years and been teaching for 2 years. I have participated in multiple bands and I write original rock and metal music and lyrics.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Albert.Casey.htm

Flavia Faas

2012-03-21T13:02:00.000-07:00

I sing/play/compose what I call Dark Blues Cabaret, a mix between Jazz, Chansons, Classical and more, with funny or absurd lyrics.
Think the Dresden Dolls meet Tori Amos meets Eric Satie...
I would be very happy to make music for film or performance/dance (I dance myself as well), for example.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Flavia.Faas.htm

Matt Tatum

2012-03-18T02:46:00.002-07:00

My name is Matt Tatum, I run a recording studio out of my home. I am currently studying Sound Recording Technology at a 4 year University in Texas. Music is my PASSION! My rates are extremely affordable, as I am a college student. I am a classically trained saxophonist, self-taught guitarist, and professionally trained recording engineer. Hit me up and lets make some music together! I run Pro Tools 10.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Matt.Tatum.htm

Brian Cronin

2012-03-17T04:40:00.002-07:00

Cornerstone Studios has great sounding rooms to capture, in a very comfortable atmosphere, with the ability to track up to 16 channels at a time into pro tools. Mobile studio capabilities to record sessions or gigs into pro tools.
recording engineer/producer. drums, percussion, bass, rhythm guitar, some keys.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Brian.Cronin.htm

Wil Bane

2012-03-16T03:01:00.002-07:00

We are a death/thrash metal band from Winston County, Mississippi. We started out as Brutality, a side project of our singer/guitarist while he was in the now-disbanded SwornToSecrecy. Several member changes and a name change later, here we are....

Wil Bane- Guitar/Vocals
Corey Taylor- Drums
Vernon Brown- Bass/Backing Vocals
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Wil.Bane.htm

Robert Cross

2012-03-16T02:49:00.002-07:00

I enjoy Jazz/Fusion/Blues/Latin/Rock/Folk. I enjoy playing music with good energy. I am happy to play to a click live or in the studio. Music and artists that inspire me include Chick Corea, Pat Metheny, Yellow Jackets, Joni Mitchell, Robbin Ford, Eric Clapton, Sting, Steely Dan, Porcupine Tree. I approach recording, mixing and mastering from an "authentic" re-creation of the natural sounds of an instrument or voice. I use UA, WAVES, McDSP, ProTools Factory and other great plugins, and outboard equipment in a ProTools environment.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Robert.Cross.htm

Phil Ewing

2012-03-16T02:38:00.002-07:00

I am a metal guitarist and songwriter. My influences include Judas Priest - Megadeth. I am a lead player and work under the Pro Tools 9 format.
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Phil.Ewing.htm

John O'Reilly

2012-03-15T04:17:00.002-07:00

Do you need drum tracks? I'm a professional drummer with a recording studio where I can record high-quality drum tracks for your music. I've played with lots of great artists: fun., The Format, Reubens Accomplice, Mandy Moore, Jimmy Eat World, Rachael Yamagata, Schuyler Fisk, Ben Lee, Percy Jones, Wayne Krantz, and may others. The recording process is extremely simple: you send me a song recorded to a click, I record drums for it, I send you an mp3 for your approval, we make any changes you'd like until you're completely satisfied, then I send you the final full-resolution tracks. I can provide raw multi-tracks if you'll be doing the mixing yourself or a stereo mix (for an extra mixing fee) if you'd rather just drop the drums into your song without having to worry about mixing. Check out my website, listed here, to hear examples of what I can do here at my studio along with lots of other audio/video examples of my playing. Trust me, what I can provide will sound WAY better and more natural than any MIDI drum programming or loop wrangling you can do on your own, and it'll save you A TON of time. My service will cost you a lot less money than going into a studio yourself, since you're only paying me (and not the studio, or the engineer, or cartage, etc.), plus, you don't pay anything until you're completely satisfied with what I've recorded. Getting great-sounding drums on your music is the first step to a professional-grade recording. Don't hesitate! Get in touch with me now and you'll have drum tracks for your music within a few days!! I hope to hear from you...
http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/John.OReilly.htm

Samantha Liggins

2012-03-13T03:20:00.002-07:00

Samantha Elice Liggins has been singing all her life. She wrote her 1st song when she was only 9 years old. She had her 1st solo when she was 11 years old at Greenwood CME Church. Elice knew from the moment she saw an older girl sing at her church (which she later found out that older girl was K. Michelle) that she was meant to be a singer as well. In that same year she wrote her second song called "It's Time For You and Me To Get Together". Elice also sang in her elementary and middle school choirs. In 2001, she sang in her school talent show with 2 of her good friends. They sung a gospel melody that was also performed by Destiny's Child, Elice's favorite group. The next year she won 3rd place in a local radio station's (K-97) talent showcase. In 2004 she performed for the Grand Opening of the "Boom Boom Room". In 2005 she performed in Southwest Tennessee Community College Talent Showcase. The next year she performed at Issac Hayes Dinner Restaurant and at The Complex representing Rowhajac Records Inc. Later she became a regular performer at the "Soul Cafe". The next move was to make a demo and now that's what she is currently working on. So keep your ears open.
http://www.imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Samantha.Liggins.htm

James Dezego

2012-03-13T03:07:00.000-07:00

I record and mix in my studio.

http://www.imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/James.Dezego.htm

Oskar Castro

2012-03-13T02:52:00.000-07:00

Bohiti

poet – lyricist – songwriter - vocalist

Poetry, spoken word, and musicianship are artistic forces undergoing a remarkable renaissance in the City of Brotherly Love. Bohiti, a part of this renaissance in is known for his poetry and spoken word skills, Bohiti is also a talented graphic artist and a songwriter.

Bohiti’s journey through the Philadelphia cultural renaissance began at a well known haven and incubator for the “soon to be discovered”, known as the Silk City Lounge located in the Northern Liberties section of Philadelphia. There he discovered that Philadelphia was experiencing a resurgence in music, art, poetry and spoken word. Networking proving to be an invaluable competency, Bohiti learned about the October Gallery, an African American owned art gallery in Old City Philadelphia, and was introduced to the poetry/spoken word scene from an African American perspective. Identifying with his Afro-Taino roots, he felt at home amongst some of Philadelphia’s finest rising poets including Rich Medina, Trapeta Mayson and Jill Scott. Becoming a part of the growing scene, Bohiti was a frequent participant in the October Gallery’s poetry gatherings and other events around the city. He now shares his music

Musically reared on the Beatles, James Brown and Hip-Hop, Bohiti is appreciative of the diversity found within the musical language. Bohiti met Jafar Barron, a talented trumpet/cornet player with a rich Jazz upbringing, and was exposed to the Acid-Jazz/Free-Bop sound that Jafar was introducing to Philadelphia club goers. Ultimately, after years of serving as Jafar’s manager, Bohiti was able to contribute to Jafar’s debut album as a leader, entitled, Jafar Barron - The Free Bop Movement (Q/Alafia/Atlantic). Bohiti’s contribution as a songwriter and a vocalist to this now classic CD only fueled his desire to do more musical projects. He has collaborated with Ian Riddle (DJ Jolah) and his Bomb Congress - open mic/breakbeat event held in Old City Philadelphia and has made numerous hosting appearances at BMI’s Wordsmith Sundays in Greenwich Village, New York City. His vocals have been used on tracks made by House music icons Andy Compton, Rob Paine & Willyum, and Kelvin K and seeks more collaborations.

looking for:

Piano-Bass-Drum-Keys: Preference given to musicians who are into either reggae or hip hop.

http://imasongwriter.org/members/profiles/Oskar.Castro.htm