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It's Stealing
By Brian Burns

This e-mail was forwarded to us by Leslie Humble of Humbletime:

If you know Brian Burns, you know that besides being an excellent songwriter
and entertainer, he is straightforward, opinionated, and well spoken. I
received the following from him yesterday as part of his regular email. I
agree wholeheartedly with his views, and as such, wanted to send this on to
share what I feel he has so eloquently expressed.

I apologize if you have already seen this but I felt it was worth sharing. If
you like what you read here, check Brian out at
http://www.brianburnsmusic.com
catch one of his shows, or hey,
BUY A CD! THANKS to Brian for letting me share this!

It's Stealing
By Brian Burns

A few days ago we received word that Southwest Wholesale, THE major
distributor for Texas Music, had closed its doors, ceased operations, and
filed for bankruptcy.  The primary reason was Southwest´s largest purchasing
account Wherehouse Music
recently filed bankruptcy. Southwest Wholesale and Wherehouse Music are only
the latest in a long string of recent music industry casualties.  The reason,
plain and simple: people are not buying music anymore - they’re stealing it. 
Technology has made music piracy so convenient and easy that the music
industry is literally collapsing around us.  I have heard all of the
arguments, pro and con, about "music sharing" -- burning CDs, downloading and
swapping MP3s, etc.

It’s stealing.  Period.

I rarely play a show lately where someone doesn’t come up to me and casually
say, "hey, I burned copies of your CDs for some friends of mine - now they’re
crazy about your stuff."  It’s the equivalent of saying, "hey, I went clothes
shopping the other day and I stole a couple of cool t-shirts for my buddies
while I was out - they loved 'em!"  And I’m tired of hearing it, and I’m
tired of hearing the ludicrous arguments in favor of it, and I'm going to
start charging folks, on the spot, for music they’ve stolen from me.  It's
stealing, folks.  There is no gray area: it’s stealing.

The most common arguments:

"But it helps expose new listeners to your music."  (Yeah, I’m talkin' to
you, Tailgunner.)  That’s like saying you should be willing to work for free
to expose new employers to your services.  The writing, recording, and
releasing of a music CD represents a monumental effort, a tremendous
investment of time, work, and money.  Once released, the first few thousand
copies must be given away to radio, press, talent buyers, etc.  So in the
end, unless the artist can sell a hundred thousand copies, there’s not much
return on the investment.  If the artist has created enough of a market for
their music that people start stealing it, then the stealing is only hurting
the artist at that point.  Honestly, I am not interested in having people
exposed to my music who are not willing to shell out fifteen measly bucks to
enjoy what I have spent years of hard work to create.

"But it only hurts the big, greedy record companies."  It hurts the entire
music industry from the big, greedy record companies on down to the
small-time independent artists like me.  Just look at the closing of
Southwest Wholesale.  Not only are hundreds of Texas artists left without a
distribution chain for their music, but they have LOST the product (and
revenue) that’s already out there.  This not only represents a devastating
loss of revenue for these artists, it also means you won’t be seeing their
CDs on store racks anymore.

"It helps shake out the weaker indy artists from the real stuff we want to
hear."  Unless the real stuff you want to hear is Shania, Eminem, or standard
fare from the current Nashville dung heap, that’s wrong.  The artists who had
distribution through Southwest Wholesale can’t fall back on glitzy videos
portraying them as space hookers, multi-million dollar techno-tours, TV
commercials, or other non-musical revenue streams.  They are singers and
songwriters, and their craft is their trade - music - songs - live
performances - and very importantly, CD sales.

"But you should be able to rely on live performances for your income." Okay. 
But if there’s no longer any incentive for me to write or record songs, then
what current Top-40 material should I compose my show of?  Do you prefer a
series of Garth Brooks medleys, or should I learn a few hours worth of
"Skynyrd"?

None of these arguments work, but I hear them and others constantly from
otherwise good, honest, reasonable hard-working folks.  It is amazing how a
man will look you in the eye and tell you the sky is not blue - if a blue sky
is not part of his agenda. 
IT´S STEALING.

Obviously, I feel very strongly about this issue.  If you love Texas Music,
support it - don’t give your favorite artists´ work away to your friends. If
you’re going to steal, at least make it worth the effort: steal Cooder Graw´s
tour bus or something worthwhile.  Handing a friend a burned copy of the
latest Davin James CD is like saying, "here, Leonard, I like you enough to
screw Davin James out of fifteen bucks, but not enough to spend fifteen bucks
on YOU."  ;-)  If you’ve come onto an illegal copy and you like the music,
go
out and buy a real copy: it’s only fifteen bucks!  If you’ve burned a copy
for a friend, ask that friend if she likes the CD.  If she does, bring her a
real copy and have her pay you for it.

And if you really want to get involved, report criminal web sites such as
www.txrebel.com
and
www.audiogalaxy.com
www.kazaa.com
to the FBI.  Scream - loud as you can!

That’s it.  I’m done.  Thank you for letting me vent.

Brian Burns
http://www.brianburnsmusic.com

IFS readers do you have any comments on this topic?
email them to me
AndeRasmussen@...
IFS STEAL

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NEMO MUSIC SHOWCASE & CONFERENCE
SEPTEMBER 4 - 7, BOSTON, MA


NEMO 2003 IS NOW ACCEPTING SHOWCASE APPLICATIONS!
DEADLINE IS MAY 15, 2003

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For a showcase application and more info, go to http://www.nemoboston.com or
email showcases@...

NEMO will take place on September 4-7, 2003, taking advantage of Boston's
warm Fall weather by adding outdoor events to the schedule. Music industry
professionals and enthusiasts will converge on Boston for three days and
nights, taking in panels, clinics, workshops, mentor sessions, a Trade Show
exhibition area, industry parties, and 250 artist showcases. NEMO also
includes the prestigious Boston Music Awards show on the first night of
festivities.

NEMO showcases 250 of the hottest major label, indie label, and unsigned new
bands and solo artists from all over the world in a wide variety of genres.
Creating a unique platform for new talent to perform in front of some of the
most influential decision-makers in the music industry (as well as almost
15,000 music-loving fans), NEMO is a celebration of today's best new music
and continues to be the place for people to discover new and emerging talent.
Previous NEMO showcasing artists include: Aerosmith, Godsmack, Linkin Park,
Staind, Kristin Hersh, De La Soul, Guster, Dope, Splender, Fishbone, Catie
Curtis, Howie Day, The Union Underground, The Waifs, Rubyhorse, Kittie, 5440,
De La Soul, Melissa Ferrick, Joey McIntyre, Martin Sexton, Tracy Bonham, Emm
Gryner, Reveille, Kevin Salem, The Exies, Ellis Paul, Must, Bill Morrissey,
Ra, and many more.

Don't miss your opportunity to showcase at NEMO. The deadline for submission
is May 15, 2003 - but don't delay, and get your submission in early!

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Singer Searching for Songs

Male Artist looking for material. ASAP
 
Deadline March 31, 2003
(date may be extended if we don't find what we are looking for)
 
He will be pressing 1,000 / 2,000 units.  Possible radio airplay but not
sure.  Will pay standard royalties. Looking for contemporary country any
tempo, NO young lyrics or novelty songs.  Has already recorded 7 songs,
looking for a few more.  Recording will take place in Nashville, TN.  We will
contact you if interested in cutting your song.  We are not looking for
publishing, only great songs for recording.
 
Please send CD's with lyric sheets to:
Tony Cooper
7024 Charleston Oaks Dr
Mobile, AL 36695

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Singer Searching for Songs

From: Cowboywayam@...

Ande, I would like to thank you for the work that you are doing and the
service you provide getting people together. My name is Mike Allen I am a
singer looking for songs. I emailed you the first time in Dec letting you
know that I was looking for original country songs for a project I'm doing.
The response from your listeners has been fantastic and I have received some
excellent material. I have four songs that have made a great start.
However, I am still looking for more country songs. I am trying to put
together songs that tell a story of the old west. Some people call them
cowboy songs. So If anyone out there has some cowboy story songs I would
love to hear them. I am hoping to have a demo CD done by the end of May so
that I can pitch it to a producer in June when I head to Nashville.

Again thanks for your help and thanks to those writers who entrusted me with
there hard work.
email: cowboywayam@...

Mike Allen
Cowboy Up Ya'll

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From: PLamon@...

Hi AR!

I read your kind offer about submitting our musical needs to you before March
2nd for an upcoming IFS issue.

I am a songwriter looking for a singer who is looking for original Christmas
songs. I have one song in particular that has gotten a lot of positive
response and can be heard at

http://artists.mp3s.com/artists/229/paul_lamon.html

So I'd just like to put this out there for any holiday crooners. I can be
reached at my email adress - it's ljlphl@...

Thanks,
Paul

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From: PlayboyPat6978@...

Hi I'm lookin for songs for my R&B/pop group whether it be producers with
only tracks or track/lyrics cause I also write and am also lookin for people
to collaborate with on songs. get back to me.thanks

god bless
Pat Lerro

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More Let the World Know
 
 From: nigel.quin@...

My name is Nigel Quin, I am singer/guitarist based in Solihull, UK. I have
played in covers bands for a few years but more recently I have been
concentrating on writing, performing and recording my own songs. I have been
writing for about 7 years and experimenting with many different styles. I
have collaborated with people in UK, Australia, New Zealand and the USA. Last
year I went to Nashville and was lucky enough to meet and play with a few
other writers, it was a great experience and good fun. I feel I learn
something new with every song I write and every performance I give. I enjoy
collaborating with lyricists so let me know if you have anything you would
like me to consider. Also if you are a female vocalist in UK who would like
to help out with demos please get in touch. You can contact me at
nigel.quin@... some of my songs can be heard at
http://www.soundclick.com/bands/9/papagatomusic.htm

Thanks

Nigel

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From: ann.pence@...

Hey Ande,

Just wanted to share that my song "Deep and Blue" has hit #1 on the
Soundclick.com blues charts! Please check it out at
http://www.soundclick.com/genres/charts.cfm?genre=Blues&currentpage=1

BTW, Soundclick is a great site that offers musicians a lot for very little
cost.

Ann Pence

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From: sonnybbell@...

Hi Ande. Just wanted to let you know that The Backstretch Boys (a group
created by myself, and Robert Allred) are about to release a new 8 song cd
made up entirely of our own original NASCAR related songs. They've all been
recorded in Nashville at The Gator Hole, and County-Q. We have already
received airplay on several large market stations around the country, and
we're about to make a deal to be featured on a nationally syndicated NASCAR
radio show - The O'Reilly Auto Parts Racing Report featuring Mark Merrell and
Steve Parker. We are hoping to get our first shipment of cds by March 20th,
or sooner! Thanks for putting the word out for us! We can be reached at
www.backstretchboys.com.
(Robert has recently made the site load really fast for those who have
dial-up internet access.)
Your friend,
sonny bell

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From: Xyshade@...

Hi Ande,

I was very excited when i read my IFS email today,
like many new song writers/lyricist i had written quiet a number of
of great songs and just sit on them,

i have written two patriotic songs and made demo of them which
sounded pretty good, i know in the feature they will become #1hit song
my biggest obstacle is that i only write lyrics and not music.
i write country, gospel, and pop music. i am looking for melody writers
and a good producer who can help me achieve one of my long time dream
of music writing,

i know the competition is larger than life, but since i listen to my own
lyrics on CD
I KNOW THAT I CAN DO IT
anyone willing to help me can email me at my email address :
xyshade@...:

Keep up the great work Ande IFS is a life savior.

Joan Henderson

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From: CJen181@...

CHECK OUT MY SITE AT TONOS 
www.tonos.com/cjen181
hope you fine songs interesting.      
                                    
CAROLINE JENSEN
181 LAFAYETTE AVE
BKLYN, NY 11238
718 625 0332

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From: Jpcnash@...

Hi Ande,
Hope all is well with you. We're pretty soggy here in Nashville, but we're
expecting to see the sun on Saturday. We're all looking forward to it!!
If you would - I'd sure love to get a mention of the seminar in the IFS.
Below is the info. All the best
Susan Tucker

The Secrets of Songwriting Seminar
March 15, 2003
Nashville, TN
www.secretsofsongwriting.com

Hosted by Susan Tucker, author of
The Soul of a Writer and The Secrets of Songwriting
Come join us - Learn, Network and be Inspired by songwriting greats:

Jill Colucci
( No One Else on Earth, Wynonna)
(I'm Gonna Be Somebody, Travis Tritt)

Jeff Steele, Columbia Records recording artist & Songwriter
(The Cowboy in Me, Tim McGraw)
(These Days, Rascal Flatts)
(When The Lights Go Down, Faith Hill)

Stewart Harris,
(Angels in Waiting, Tammy Cochran)
(Anymore, Travis Tritt)

Michael Garvin,
(Waiting For Tonight, Jennifer Lopez)
(Tell It Like It Used To Be, T Graham Brown)
Tia Sillers, (I Hope You Dance, Lee Ann Womack)

Mark Selby, Vanguard Records Artist & Songwriter
(There’s Your Trouble, Dixie Chicks)

Jim Weatherly
(Midnight Train To Georgia, Gladys Knight)

Dann Huff, Producer
(Faith Hill, keith urban)

Teacher/Speakers -
Kim Copeland and John Dotson

PLUS—Paid registrants can audition for a chance to play at the Bluebird Cafe,
in the round with Hit Songwriters Jill Colucci, Michael Garvin, Tia Sillers
and Mark Selby
For all the details go to
www.secretsofsongwriting.com

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If you live Near Houston you might enjoy this!
sorry for the short notice

GIRLS NIGHT IN-Songwriters Concert

Here's an opportunity coming up quickly (March 1) to see some great female
writers playing out in the round. Hope to see you there.See below.

Leanne Timura
"It All Begins With A Song"
http://NSAI-Houston.com

From: CharWSmith@...
Subject: Fwd: GIRLS NIGHT IN-Songwriters Concert

Hi songwriters and friends,

The attached flyer was sent to me through NSAI songwriter workshop
contacts. I don't know the promoter, but I have heard of the pro songwriters
who will be performing in a writer-in-the-round night in Houston.

Check out the attachment for more info on the 3 writers, and on the date,
time and location of the event (2 shows).

Charlie Smith
NSAI Beaumont Area


This is going to be a very unique evening for songwriters and music lovers -
a different "twist" on the traditional Songwriters in the Round concept.
Please pass the word. The audience at 9pm concert will have an opportunity to
speak with the girls, ask questions about "the biz", etc after the show. So,
come on over, eat dinner someplace in the Village and be at Ovations at 8:30
to get a great seat! Hope to see you. (Or come to the 7:30 show if you can.)
I know your members of NSAI and friends will love this! Please let me know if
some of you are there! Best regards from an old Beaumont girl, LMc

*********************************************
Linda McDill Music
presents
Girls Night In
A Trio of Nashville’s Hit Songwriters in Concert

SATURDAY, MARCH 1
@ OVATIONS
2536 TIMES BLVD @ KIRBY DRIVE
713.522.9801
shows at 7:30 & 9PM
$10

Featuring:


1) BENITA HILL
”Sexy enough to put a eunuch in the mood!...
Silky voiced song stylist and hit songwriter...”
In Review Magazine

Three HITS by Garth Brooks and she’s not even Country!
Former Background Singer for the Allman Brothers, Benita performs as a
feature act with jazz trio and has appeared as guest artist with Boney James,
Chuck Mangione, Kirk Whalum, Michael Franks, Yolanda Adams and others

Take the keys to my heart
(and drive me crazy)
Two Pina Coladas (#1)
It’s Your Song (#1)
Garth Brooks

The Gospel According to Jazz (Top10 on Gospel Charts)
Kirk Whalum & Benita Hill

Old Love Letters
Tangerine Moon
Benita Hill


2) LISA PALAS
#1 HITS by Alabama, Reba McEntire, Randy Travis, Conway Twity, Chris Ledoux
and Others.

In addition to her extensive catalog of hits recorded by various artists,
Lisa is also a successful actress and composer of music for TV, Theater, Film
and Music scores.

There’s No Way
You’ve Got the Touch
Alabama

I’m Not Gonna Mention Any Names
All Dressed Up and Nowhere to Go
Reba McEntire

Do I Love You Enough?
Richochet
HBO Movie Soundtrack


3) BECKY HOBBS
“Country Music With Brains and Bounce!” People Magazine

“Beckaroo” holds numerous Triple & Quadruple Gold Albums, Entertainer of the
Year Awards and a Grammy Nomination. As a performer, she presents a
fast-paced, high energy show. She will rock your socks off!

HITS by George Jones, Alabama, Loretta Lynn,
Glen Campbell, Emmylou Harris, Conway Twitty, Janie Fricke, Moe Bandy, John
Anderson & more.

Angels Among us (#1)
Alabama

I Want to Know You Before We Make Love (#1)
Conway Twitty

Talk Back Tremblin’ Lips (#5 CMT Video)
Jones On the Jukebox
Let’s Get Over Them Together (Duet with Moe Bandy)
Becky Hobbs

A very special night of music by and from these famous Nashville
songwriters.
They write the hits - and they sing their hearts out.

No reservations. Doors open at 6:30. Y'all come!
For more info: Linda McDill Music 713.942.8381

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Austin Musicians

Dear friends,
Here is the text of a letter to Austin musicians from mayoral candidate
Max Nofziger. Since Max is the ONLY Austin council person to EVER work
hard to recognize and nurture Austin music, it seems that Austin
musicians might want to hear what he has to say. Please note at the
bottom of his letter that there will be a big music event supporting Max
on Thursday March 20 at Hill's Cafe from 7:30 to 10:30 pm. I'll be
there, and hopefully, you will be too!
Best wishes,
Bruce

Max for Mayor
P.O. Box 41436
Austin, Texas 78704
512/474-1029 (voice)
512/474-2677 (fax)
MaxforMayor.org


Dear Musicians:

As you may have heard by now, I am running for mayor. I want to thank
you for your support in the past, and I hope you will continue to
support me through this election. I want to be your mayor and serve you.
I have twenty-five years of experience as a public servant and activist
and nine years of City Council experience. My support of Austin music
began in 1974 when I moved here and recognized that Austin has a unique
asset in its live music scene.

I am proud of my record of supporting the Austin music industry. I was
the first local elected official to recognize the importance of the
music industry to Austin. During my tenure as a City Council member, I
accomplished the following:

Created the Austin Music Commission

Created a City Staff Liaison Position to the Music Industry

Created the Austin Music Network

Promoted the slogan Live Music Capital of the World

Initiated Live Music Performances at City Council Meetings

Supported City Sponsorship of Austin City Limits

Initiated Live Music Performances at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

Initiated the Broadcasting of Local Music over the Airport PA

Erected a Statue of Stevie Ray Vaughn

Kept Liberty Lunch Open

Created the Music Industry Loan Program. (The loan program has supported
such establishments as the Austin Rehearsal Complex and Rock and Roll
Rental on South Congress.)

The music industry is vital to Austin. As mayor, I will work to make
Austin an affordable place to live again. I will also support the Austin
Music Network (AMN). My plan is to wean AMN from the City General Fund
and move it to a stable financial base. AMN has the potential to be a
global network through the marriage of technology and cable television.
Because of the potential of AMN, the world can discover Austin music.

if you are willing to wear a Musicians for Max lapel button, please contact
my
campaign manager, Christine Buendel, at 474-1029. I hope I can count on
your support.

Sincerely,

Max

Michael Max Nofziger
Candidate for Mayor

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The 15th Annual ASCAP Film Scoring Workshop 2003

Deadline: April 1
Los Angeles


ASCAP
Attention: Film Scoring Workshop 2003
7920 W. Sunset Boulevard, 3rd floor
Los Angeles, CA


ASCAP offers a “one-of-a-kind” experience to aspiring film and television
composers. Participants will have an opportunity to record their original
composition with an “A list” of Hollywood professionals, including a
40-piece orchestra consisting of Hollywood’s best session musicians on a
major studio film scoring stage, a legendary scoring mixer and professional
composers acting as coaches and mentors. In addition, there are “From the
Horse’s Mouth” sessions with studio executives, agents, attorneys and music
supervisors. The workshop is intended for composers who are pursuing film &
television music as a career. It is not for hobbyists nor is it for
professionals who are currently making a living as film and television
composers. The workshop will be held during a four-week period from the 2nd
week of July through the 1st week of August. Submissions will not be returned
and chosen participants will be notified in early May. There is NO fee or
charge to participate in the workshop; however, chosen participants will be
responsible for their own transportation, housing and all other living
expenses. The workshop is open to all composers regardless of their current
performing rights affiliation.Workshop requirements and how to apply:

Must submit a CD only, containing a maximum of 15 minutes of music which
demonstrates his/her ability to write for orchestra with a dramatic
sensitivity to picture. Participants may not use “ghost” writers or
orchestrators.
Submissions must also include a bio/resume/credits and information regarding
past education and/or experience. We will not review any videos, DAT's,
cassettes or other audio/visual materials; however, on occasion, further
materials such as a score may be requested.

Also, you must include your Email address and details on how you learned
about the workshop. Send your submission to:
The ASCAP Film Scoring Workshop 2003
7920 W. Sunset Boulevard
Third Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90046For more information, please contact our Los Angeles
Film & TV Music Department at (323) 883-1000.*Partial funding provided by The
ASCAP Foundation.


Event Title: The 15th Annual ASCAP Film Scoring Workshop 2003

Address: ASCAP
Attention: Film Scoring Workshop 2003
7920 W. Sunset Boulevard, 3rd floor
Los Angeles, CA

Application Due Date: 01-Apr-03
Genre: Film
Contact Name: Michael Todd

Contact Phone: (323) 883-1000
Date Posted: 15-Jan-03

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Subject: Texas Music Office website redesign
Date: Tue, 11 Feb 2003 09:20:06 -0600
From: "Texas Music Office" <music@...>

Dear Texas music professional:

The Texas Music Office website was just redesigned, and the web addresses for
many of our most popular sections were changed.

Only our main web address remains the same:
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/music

Please take a moment to visit our new website. We encourage your comments;
please email us at
music@...
or call 512-463-6666.

Please update your Bookmarks / Favorites list if you have these or other TMO
sections saved in your web browser.

Internet Guide to Texas Music
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/directory/igtm/igtm.htm
(7,300 Texas music businesses)

Texas Talent Register
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/musicians/talent/talent.htm
(nearly 5,000 Texas musical acts)

Texas Music Events Calendar
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/events/tmec.main.htm
(580 annual events with live music)

Texas Radio Stations
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/directory/radio/radio.htm
(800 Texas radio stations)

Texas Music Press
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/directory/press/press.htm
(250 print media outlets)

Texas Music Organizations
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/directory/organizations/readt.

htm
(325 Texas music organizations)

Texas Record Stores
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/directory/stores/recordstores.

htm
(658 Texas record retailers)

Texas Live Music Venues
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/directory/venues/venues.htm
(1,100 Texas venues)

Texas Recording Studios
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/divisions/music/directory/studios/recordingstu

dios.htm
(700 Texas studios).

Thanks,
Casey Monahan, Jodi Jenkins, Stephen Ray
TEXAS MUSIC OFFICE
Office of the Governor
P.O. Box 13246, Austin, TX 78711-3246
512.463.6666 / fax 512.463.4114
music@...
http://www.governor.state.tx.us/music
**You Can't Hear American Music Without Hearing Texas**

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ASCAPs Collaborators Corner
http://www.ascap.com/collaborator/

enter your data
https://www.ascap.com/collaborator/reg.asp?status=new&file=index.asp

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From: Millsongs@...

Mr. Rasmussen,

First of all, let me say what a blessing you and your newsletter are to
my songwriting...I am a core member of the Mobile Songwriters under George
Rohm here in AL and he told me about your columns and Ive not been the same
since. I will be in Austin TX in mid-March and would love to meet you and
perhaps attend one of your meetings...I am a BMI writer signed to GodsChild
Records in Nashville and I travel full time singing and playing...I'll be 41
on Feb 21st and am living my dreams. Three years ago, I weighed 300+ pounds
and within 3 weeks my wife of 10 yrs walked out on me and my kids and then
the job that I had shut my Dept leaving my world upside down. Writing truly
picked me up, dusted me off and literally saved my life....Now, 105 pounds
smaller, I am travelling, singing and writing (started playing guitar at age
9, and I never thought life would be this good!) Thank you for all your
inspiring words and thoughtful insight to writing...it HAS made a difference
in my life. Just wanted to drop you a note of thanks, and I hope to meet you
soon!
God Bless!
Donnie Mills
www.donniemills.net
Mobile, AL

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Ande Rasmussen
editor and publisher of
Inspirations For Songwriters = I F S

AndeRasmussen@... 

If you'd like to hear some of the songs I've cowritten
drop by

http://www.tonos.com/ande
or
http://www.mp3.com/ande

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in a newsletter or a book just email and ask for permission.

IFS home page is
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DIFS

All of our messages are archived on
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/DIFS/messages

once you're in our archive
you can do a key word search
if you're looking for something in particular

I F S stands for Inspirations for Songwriters
I F S is a brief email for songwriters
filled with inspirational and
practical information about the
art, craft, and business of songwriting.

Get Inspired, Stay inspired.
Create, improve, and share.

We want to help you be a more successful songwriter.

You can read IFS, about as quick, as you can delete IFS.
Well, at least most of the time!

COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
The entire text of
"Inspirations for Songwriters"
© 2003 Anders Rasmussen


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