CAMPUS NEWS AND HAPPENINGS
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Quote to Inspire: "I wish I were one of those people who wrote songs quickly. But I'm not. So it takes me a great deal of time to find out what the song is." -- Leonard Cohen.
- Welcome March, Songwriters!π΅
Songwriting brings together creators from around the globe, united by a shared passion for music. Weβre happy to welcome many new members and UKSC trial members from countries including the UK, Netherlands, Philippines, Australia, Ireland, Portugal, South Africa, Italy, Barbados, Japan, Bermuda, Finland, and South Korea. SongU is a supportive community of like-minded creators who believe in growing their craft and cheering each other on. Participating in written song evaluations, live song feedback, and private sessions gives you the added benefit of networking with hit songwriters, music publishers, producers, and fellow talented SongU members.
DEADLINE APPROACHING! Golden-Ticket Cowrite π
Submit your songs - or lyrics only - by Sun Mar 22, 2026 11:59 PM (ET) to the Golden Ticket Special Event Pitch for the opportunity to be selected for an exclusive opportunity to cowrite with award-winning recording artist, Tony-nominated composer, and creator for major sync placements, Lauren Lucas! Find details in the Pitching area through March 16th.
New!πSuno AI for SongU Pitching: Building an AI Track While Maintaining Creative Control of Your Songwriting
This peer mentor-led workshop, with veteran SongU member, Shawn Fitzgerald, was a big hit! Because of the overwhelming interest, we'll be continuing this series. Stay tuned!
SU Member Websites - Don't Leave This Easy Networking Tool Sitting Unused!π£
You still haven't created your free SongU Member website? The simple setup link is waiting in your Song Locker. Join fellow members who are already promoting themselves, networking, finding co-writers, and connecting with industry pros. And it works! Member Erica Ellis had the only song selected for our recent Kenny Chesney pitch, and you can hear "After Party" on her Member Website right now.
General Registration Reminders:π
You may have two active live songwriting feedback courses (FDBK) at once, but you can add a third if there is still an open spot 24 hours before the class starts. New to SongU? Welcome!π΅ Check out the FAQ Quick Start Guide for an overview of how to begin. International?π Check out GMT-friendly live class times on weekdays and Saturdays!
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Featured Pitch. Pitch #2580: Marfa Americana Marfa. A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Blue Highway Records male duo Marfa, an America/... View all pitch opps.
Pitch #2580
Marfa. A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Blue Highway Records male duo Marfa, an America/Rock duo composed of Bryce Menchaca and Kellen Wall. Seeking: 1960s and 1970s type Pop meets Folk meets Country songs that may even bring to mind the "Laurel Canyon" sound made famous by Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Byrds & Joni Mitchell. Before submitting, listen to their song "A Million Ways." Consider familiarizing yourself with their range and vibe with this interview and acoustic performance video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mzoXxOCROUg
AI Guidelines: Based on the current copyright report (https://songu.com/FAQAI.aspx), this guest will only consider songs with entirely human-authored lyrics and human-authored melodies. AI may be used for demo production, but any such use of AI must be disclosed.
Pitch Follow-Up: If this guest expresses interest in your song, they will pitch it with the understanding that you will be asked to sign a single song agreement regarding income participation that will not affect ownership of your publishing or copyright.
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Featured Pitch. Pitch #2583: Lady A Contemporary Country Lady A. Updated 11/8/2025. A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members for Big Machine Label Group artist Lady A.... View all pitch opps.
Pitch #2583
Lady A. Updated 11/8/2025. A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members for Big Machine Label Group artist Lady A.
About: Listening to songs for Grand Ole Opry members, ACM, CMA and Grammy Award winning country music super trio, Lady A. This amazing group is comprised of Hillary Scott, Charles Kelly and Dave Haywood.
Seeking: Think of harmony focused songs that lend themselves to rich vocal delivery, deep emotional vibes, a warm tone, passion and a blending of Contemporary Country and Pop production. I need songs with a phenomenal radio-friendly sound and lyric. The bar is super high, so before pitching, please do your homework and pitch only the best of the best songs.
AI Guidelines: Based on the current copyright report (https://songu.com/FAQAI.aspx), this guest will only consider songs with entirely human-authored lyrics and human-authored melodies. AI may be used for demo production, but any such use of AI must be disclosed.
Pitch Follow-up: If this guest expresses interest in your song, you will be asked to sign a single song agreement, executable only with a major cut.
GOLD STARS! CONGRATULATIONS to our members whose songs were picked up in the past 72 hours to be signed or pitched from our leads!
(#2376) Pitch For Publisher. Christian Contemporary (CCM). Various Contemporary Christian Artists. RE-OPENED! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher...
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Ricky Amburgey - "I HOPE YOU'RE NOT MISSING ME"
(3/26/2026)
Pitch #2376
Various Contemporary Christian Artists. RE-OPENED! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening for MID and UP-TEMPO, high-spirited Contemporary Christian and Praise & Worship style songs to play for various Contemporary Christian artists. Seeking: Songs should have a poignant, soul-stirring intensity to them both lyrically and musically and engage the listener to feel the anointing of the Holy Spirit. They can start slowly and gradually build up in tempo. I need compelling and impactful songs, both musically and lyrically. Don't be afraid to go out on a limb either, if you're feeling a pitch, pitch it! As a general guide, reference the following acts/artists/links:
BIG DADDY WEAVE's Alive - https://youtu.be/aiuw2QX4RpI or Overwhelmed - https://youtu.be/XD0nzqLdYuo
CECE WINANS's In A Little While - https://youtu.be/xI70E6SVmBQ, Lord And Friend - https://youtu.be/h4sdpyWywtw, or That's My King - https://youtu.be/AB-3Av8RYo8
CORY ASBURY's Reason to Praise - https://youtu.be/_Cl7RabtPV4
BRANDON LAKE's Too Good To Not Believe - https://youtu.be/lKVX_XdaP04
CHRIS BROWN & BRANDON LAKE's Lion - https://youtu.be/2go_dOJVwc4
AI Guidelines: Based on the current copyright report (https://songu.com/FAQAI.aspx), this guest will only consider songs with entirely human-authored lyrics and human-authored melodies. AI may be used for demo production, but any such use of AI must be disclosed.
Pitch Follow-up: If this guest expresses interest in your song, you will be asked to sign a single song agreement, executable only with a major cut.
(#2376) Pitch For Publisher. Christian Contemporary (CCM). Various Contemporary Christian Artists. RE-OPENED! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher...
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Trevor Clements - "HEAVEN IS ON YOUR SIDE"
(3/26/2026)
Pitch #2376
Various Contemporary Christian Artists. RE-OPENED! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening for MID and UP-TEMPO, high-spirited Contemporary Christian and Praise & Worship style songs to play for various Contemporary Christian artists. Seeking: Songs should have a poignant, soul-stirring intensity to them both lyrically and musically and engage the listener to feel the anointing of the Holy Spirit. They can start slowly and gradually build up in tempo. I need compelling and impactful songs, both musically and lyrically. Don't be afraid to go out on a limb either, if you're feeling a pitch, pitch it! As a general guide, reference the following acts/artists/links:
BIG DADDY WEAVE's Alive - https://youtu.be/aiuw2QX4RpI or Overwhelmed - https://youtu.be/XD0nzqLdYuo
CECE WINANS's In A Little While - https://youtu.be/xI70E6SVmBQ, Lord And Friend - https://youtu.be/h4sdpyWywtw, or That's My King - https://youtu.be/AB-3Av8RYo8
CORY ASBURY's Reason to Praise - https://youtu.be/_Cl7RabtPV4
BRANDON LAKE's Too Good To Not Believe - https://youtu.be/lKVX_XdaP04
CHRIS BROWN & BRANDON LAKE's Lion - https://youtu.be/2go_dOJVwc4
AI Guidelines: Based on the current copyright report (https://songu.com/FAQAI.aspx), this guest will only consider songs with entirely human-authored lyrics and human-authored melodies. AI may be used for demo production, but any such use of AI must be disclosed.
Pitch Follow-up: If this guest expresses interest in your song, you will be asked to sign a single song agreement, executable only with a major cut.
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Pat Kelley - "HEART HEALER (DUET)"
(3/26/2026)
Pitch #2376
Various Contemporary Christian Artists. RE-OPENED! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening for MID and UP-TEMPO, high-spirited Contemporary Christian and Praise & Worship style songs to play for various Contemporary Christian artists. Seeking: Songs should have a poignant, soul-stirring intensity to them both lyrically and musically and engage the listener to feel the anointing of the Holy Spirit. They can start slowly and gradually build up in tempo. I need compelling and impactful songs, both musically and lyrically. Don't be afraid to go out on a limb either, if you're feeling a pitch, pitch it! As a general guide, reference the following acts/artists/links:
BIG DADDY WEAVE's Alive - https://youtu.be/aiuw2QX4RpI or Overwhelmed - https://youtu.be/XD0nzqLdYuo
CECE WINANS's In A Little While - https://youtu.be/xI70E6SVmBQ, Lord And Friend - https://youtu.be/h4sdpyWywtw, or That's My King - https://youtu.be/AB-3Av8RYo8
CORY ASBURY's Reason to Praise - https://youtu.be/_Cl7RabtPV4
BRANDON LAKE's Too Good To Not Believe - https://youtu.be/lKVX_XdaP04
CHRIS BROWN & BRANDON LAKE's Lion - https://youtu.be/2go_dOJVwc4
AI Guidelines: Based on the current copyright report (https://songu.com/FAQAI.aspx), this guest will only consider songs with entirely human-authored lyrics and human-authored melodies. AI may be used for demo production, but any such use of AI must be disclosed.
Pitch Follow-up: If this guest expresses interest in your song, you will be asked to sign a single song agreement, executable only with a major cut.
(#2376) Pitch For Publisher. Christian Contemporary (CCM). Various Contemporary Christian Artists. RE-OPENED! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher...
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Clare Steffen - "I FEEL NO FEAR (FEMALE VERSION)"
(3/26/2026)
Pitch #2376
Various Contemporary Christian Artists. RE-OPENED! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening for MID and UP-TEMPO, high-spirited Contemporary Christian and Praise & Worship style songs to play for various Contemporary Christian artists. Seeking: Songs should have a poignant, soul-stirring intensity to them both lyrically and musically and engage the listener to feel the anointing of the Holy Spirit. They can start slowly and gradually build up in tempo. I need compelling and impactful songs, both musically and lyrically. Don't be afraid to go out on a limb either, if you're feeling a pitch, pitch it! As a general guide, reference the following acts/artists/links:
BIG DADDY WEAVE's Alive - https://youtu.be/aiuw2QX4RpI or Overwhelmed - https://youtu.be/XD0nzqLdYuo
CECE WINANS's In A Little While - https://youtu.be/xI70E6SVmBQ, Lord And Friend - https://youtu.be/h4sdpyWywtw, or That's My King - https://youtu.be/AB-3Av8RYo8
CORY ASBURY's Reason to Praise - https://youtu.be/_Cl7RabtPV4
BRANDON LAKE's Too Good To Not Believe - https://youtu.be/lKVX_XdaP04
CHRIS BROWN & BRANDON LAKE's Lion - https://youtu.be/2go_dOJVwc4
AI Guidelines: Based on the current copyright report (https://songu.com/FAQAI.aspx), this guest will only consider songs with entirely human-authored lyrics and human-authored melodies. AI may be used for demo production, but any such use of AI must be disclosed.
Pitch Follow-up: If this guest expresses interest in your song, you will be asked to sign a single song agreement, executable only with a major cut.
UPCOMING INSTRUCTOR-LED COURSES
Registration for song feedback and mentoring courses (FDBK) begins one-week prior to course time starting at 10:00 am ET. Limit 5 participants per session.
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Tue Mar 31, 2026 01:00 PM (ET)
FDBK 101 Songwriting Feedback Course - Sync, Production, and Country with Benn Cutarelli
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Wed Apr 01, 2026 09:00 PM (ET)
FDBK 320 Music Publisher Songwriting Feedback Course with Debbie Zavitson