EVENTS

December 3 , 2008, 7:30-10pm
Guest to be announced
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

(to be announced) FREE FREE FREE.

WEDNESDAY December 17, 2008

SHOWCASE: Songwriters Show

The SongNet Songwriter's Showcase is running strong and now in its 9th year! Hosted by our own Stephen GC, the Showcase features many different songwriters from local talent to internationals passing through Los Angeles. Sign up early if you want to play- 2 songs or 10 minutes per artist! No fee, no cover, in other words, FREE. (But buy some great coffee and a snack)

COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE
2029 N. Lake Ave. Altadena (map)
626-398-7917

January 7 , 2009, 7:30-10pm
Guest to be announced
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

(to be announced) FREE FREE FREE.

WEDNESDAY January 21, 2009

SHOWCASE: Songwriters Show

The SongNet Songwriter's Showcase is running strong and now in its 9th year! Hosted by our own Stephen GC, the Showcase features many different songwriters from local talent to internationals passing through Los Angeles. Sign up early if you want to play- 2 songs or 10 minutes per artist! No fee, no cover, in other words, FREE. (But buy some great coffee and a snack)

COFFEE GALLERY BACKSTAGE
2029 N. Lake Ave. Altadena (map)
626-398-7917

Recent Events

November 5 , 2008, 7:30-10pm
JEANIE CUNNINGHAM
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

Jeanie Cunningham . Working on and offstage with such greats as Ike & Tina Turner, Lionel Ritchie and David Crosby, Jeanie has also written and recorded songs as a solo artist and as a commissioned songwriter for major corporations, (Toshiba, Microsoft, Epson.), as well as for the country of Aruba. Together with Bernard Baur (who has also been a guest @ SongNet) she currently runs The Composer's Corner (.com)

FREE FREE FREE.

October 1 , 2008, 7:30-10pm
TAXI Returns!
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

David Laidlaw, a manager at TAXI, will talk and answer your questions about TAXI... and if you've been waiting... this is the night to join. Save money with a discounted TAXI membership available only tonight. You may know already that TAXI is the Indepedent A&R vehicle, the FIRST and most reputable business of it's kind. Every year, our October meeting is dedicated to asking TAXI reps the hard questions, like "Why should I join?", "Is it worth it?", "Why don't I get any action?" and more. THIS year, once again we have TAXI MEMBERS who will give you the good the bad & the ugly, plus some new surprises. FREE FREE FREE.

WEDNESDAY September 3, 2008, 7:30-10pm
Jaamoo
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!

Jaamoo is an online community where lovers of live music can track their favorite artists and concert histories, share their memorable concert experiences, post videos & photos and fulfill their passion for live music. Find out how to use this FREE service & more to get your music into the world, & yes, we’ll be listening too, so bring your CDs, demos & notepads. This kind of information is priceless, & here, it’s FREE!

WEDNESDAY August 6, 2008, 7:30-10pm
BOBBY BORG

Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

You've probably seen him at seminars, but heard only about 10 minutes in the fast-paced panel format. Here's your chance to hear a whole lot more. Or you may have his incredible book, The Musician's Handbook, which is about the size of a Bible. Packed with information! Bring your questions!
Bobby Borg is best know n for his work with Beggars & Thieves (Atlantic Records) and also with Warrant.

SCHEDULE CHANGE

TUESDAY July 1, 2008, 7:30-10pm
Dave Banta
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!

Dave "Rainman" Banta, is a multi-platinum recording producer/engineer whose career has brought him into the studio with many of the leading producers and artists of our time. Mr. Banta has produced/engineered both Grammy and Emmy winning projects along with several top-10 singles.

Yes, it's a first TUESDAY! DAVE BANTA will be listenin' to your stuff!

June 4, 2008, 7:30-10pm
Making a Living Doin' Nothin' But Music
Seminar! Song Critique. And more! FREE.

3 members who are MAKING A LIVING DOING NOTHING BUT MUSIC WILL BE SHARING WHAT THEY DO & HOW THEY DO IT. Proof it IS possible, & can be for YOU too! Featuring Karie Hillery, James Potkey, and noted producer David Snow.

May 7, 2008, 7:30-10pm
Ryan Vinson
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!

Ryan Vinson runs Versus Media, and has already helped 2,600 musicians hook up with 1,300 film makers to get things done, and dreams realized. If you're not one of 'em.YET., you should come out and see.

April 2, 2008, 7:30-10pm
Daniel Ho
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!

From humble beginnings in Hawaii to respected 3 time Grammy winner, Daniel exemplifies what can be done when talent, drive & passion for music come together with persistence & an understanding of the industry. & he’ll be sharing that knowledge FREE!

Saturday, March 29, 2008
SONGNET SOUL R&B SHOWCASE

The SongNet Soul R&B Showcase, hosted by LaRombé, kicks off this Saturday featuring the talents of Toni Peete, Darrell Crooks, A.R.A.M.I.S., Shenita Easter, and Raulio. Come experience soulful musical energy and great food at La Casa Blue, this one we'll let you in for FREE. Yes, no cover charge. La Casa Blue is at 5930 York Blvd., Highland Park, CA 90042. Phone: 323-257-0089

Wednesday, March 19, 2008
SONGNET ANNUAL AWARDS NIGHT

The 2008 SongNet Award is given to honor and celebrate the creativity, artistic energy, passion, and songwriting accomplishment of artists who have released their own CD in the last year. This year, nine songwriters will receive the SongNet Award, and showcase a 2 song selection of their music. FREE.

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Wed. March 5 , 2008, 7:30-10pm
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

Travis Allen & a few successful artists will be coming to explain how it works, how THEY did it, & how YOU can do it, and listening to your work to see if you have what it takes too! . FREE.

February 6, 2008, 7:30-10pm
Dan Kimpel
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

Author, educator and journalist Dan Kimpel contributes to a dizzying variety of print and electronic mediums: interactive CD's, magazines, web sites, podcasts, documentary films, videos and new media. His latest book, Electrify My Soul: Songwriters and the Spiritual Source, new for 2008, explores the axis of creativity and spirituality through interviews with Melissa Etheridge, Paul Williams, Marcus Hummon, Craig Wiseman and others.. FREE.

John Braheny

January 2, 2008, 7:30-10pm
Seminar! Song Critique. And more!!!

When it comes to The Craft & Business of Songwriting, John LITERALLY wrote the book! "The Craft & Business of Songwriting" is used as a standard textbook anywhere artists are serious about what they do. John will be available to discuss all the radical new changes in the industry, & what it means for ALL OF US as indie artists. FREE.

NEWS and INFORMATION

ASCAP EXPO 2009

April 23 through April 25, 2009

The ASCAP EXPO returns to Los Angeles, April 23 through April 25, 2009, at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel.

DIRECTOR'S BLOG. DIRECTOR's PAGE... Sharks In The Water... Song Contests... Volunteer For Success... MM mm mm SPAM! ... The Future of Music... VINTAGE! NOT OLD... REAL SUCCESS... Fanbase Building...Cash in Pocket... MySpace.com Tips... Finding A Producer...
by Jimi, SongNet.org Director

WEBMASTER's PAGE...Musician Resources
by Tommy, SongNet.org Webmaster

Are you on MySpace.com? SongNet is, at http://groups.myspace.com/songnet (also: Jimi, Tommy)

Press Release:
THE SONGWRITERS NETWORK WEBSITE HAS A NEW DOMAIN 

About SHOWCASES : (see Guide... )

PHOTOS. Showcases are held monthly on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Once in a while we reschedule due to conflicts or holidays, so check the website for the latest schedule. Showcases are held at our regular meeting location (see above).

Where are these places to play music in L.A.? Check out our map on Frappr.com for some of the songwriter-friendly places in L.A.

http://www.frappr.com/lasongnet

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Previous Guests, Friends, and Events

Past Guests List

Previous Guests: Michael Anderson..Moses Avalon...Dave "Rainman" Banta ... Bobby Borg......John Braheny...Samm Brown ...Jenny Bruce ..Derek Sivers (CDBaby.com)...Daisy Rock Guitars...Dr. Demento.. Tess Taylor ..Barry Coffing, Gael MacGregor, Julius Robinson ..Samm Brown ...ROB CASE ... David "Cat" Cohen..Ritch Esra...Jon Flanagan...Matt Forger...LYNNE ROBIN GREEN ... Randy Hale...Barrett Hansen...Karie Hillery...Gerald Ishibashi...Dale Kawashima... Kenny Kerner ... .Dan Kimpel ...Joanne Ledesma...Ted Lowe ...Mandi Martin...Sheena Metal...Kenny Metcalf .. Billy Mitchell.. Gilli Moon...Vernon Neilly...Pete Luboff ...Deborah Holland... Tommy Honles ... Guy Marshall...Corrinne May...Ben Mc Lane ...Steven Memel ...Sheena Metal...Jeannie Novak ... Brett Perry.. Brett Perkins....David Quan...Ronny Schiff...Songwriter's Co-Op...TASCAM... Terry Wollman.. . Richard Barron..... Chuck McKay....Ben McLane ... Andy Olyphant.. Alex Reed..Jon St. James.. Phil Kim..Alan Roy Scott ... Bob Stane....TAXI 2003.2004.2005.2006.2007. Harriet Schock...Ryan Vinson... Zander Schloss. .. ..

SHOWCASE GALLERY

ARCHIVED NEWS HIGHLIGHTS

IMC/LA October 10 through 12, 2008

The Independent Music Conference, providing indie musicians an annual event filled with information, networking, workshops, and opportunities to promote their work, comes to LA at the Musicians Institute in Los Angeles CA, October 10th - 12th, 2008 !!!.

Autographed Guitar Presented to Coffee Gallery Backstage Owner Bob Stane

Bob Stane, founder of the legendary Ice House, & booking agent for The Coffee Gallery Backstage. Bob has a "boilerplate" of advice on our site for artists wanting to book a gig.

2007 International Songwriting Competition (ISC) Finalists And Semi-finalists Announced

The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is pleased to announce its 2007 finalists and semi-finalists. Selected out of over 15,000 entries from 100 countries, they represent all genres of contemporary music. For a complete list of 2007 ISC finalists and semi-finalists, please visit: http://www.songwritingcompetition.com/winners.htm