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⏰ Deadline:
Mon Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Special Event! /
This Special Event gives you the opportunity to submit your songs for the chance to be handpicked by Kirby...
#2647- Special Event! Golden Ticket: Meeting with VP Kirby Mathews
This Special Event gives you the opportunity to submit your songs for the chance to be handpicked by Kirby Mathews, VP of Publishing at one of Nashville's hottest artist development companies and publishing houses, Back Blocks Music. The winner receives a Golden Ticket Invitation that will open the door to an exclusive one-on-one meeting to play your songs for the VP!
HOW IT WORKS: Unlike a traditional pitch, this is a competition with one songwriter ultimately receiving the Golden Ticket Invitation. Kirby will listen to every submission and select her top contenders. Each contender will receive a special Rising Star Award attached to the selected song. From those contenders, Kirby will choose one writer to receive the Golden Ticket Invitation. The winner will be announced during our live countdown event, The Big Reveal..
AI REQUIREMENTS: Please submit songs with human-authored lyrics and human-authored melody only. AI is permitted for backing tracks and/or vocals. A special note from Kirby about AI productions: AI backing tracks are okay, but they shouldn't be average - especially the vocals. Find some new AI vocalists because we keep hearing the same voices on every Country song.
WHAT TO SUBMIT: You may submit as many songs for this event as you wish. It's highly recommended that you pay attention to the details below about style and references before submitting.
STYLE: Open to anything interesting and original, with an emphasis on today's commercial Country. Fresh lyrics and concepts that current artists would want to record are encouraged. Pop Country is welcome, but submissions should still lean Country rather than pure Pop.
REFERENCES: For a better understanding, Kirby recommends listening to the songs from Back Blocks' roster of artists who are all actively touring throughout the U.S. and abroad. Dig deeper into the background of these artists to find out more - for example, Ethan Burdick tours with Jelly Roll on select dates. Listen on Spotify to today's commercial Pop Country hits for a sense of current lyrical themes, melodies, and production trends.
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Make sure your songs (MP3 and typed lyrics) are in your Song Locker.
*In the Pitching area, choose a song from the Song Locker drop-down.
* All submissions will be prompted for AI transparency.
* There is an optional Note to Pitch Guest field if you feel more info is needed.
*SU credits will be needed to complete the submission.
CONTENDER NOTIFICATION: Kirby will be listening throughout the submission period. You will receive an email from SongU.com when she makes a decision on your song, letting you know if it was passed on or selected as a contender. (Make sure your emails from SongU.com are not sent to your junk/spam folder.) Our guests often review several songs more than once before deciding, so you may receive multiple emails in a short time. This does not reflect when your song was first heard.
LIVE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT: The Big Reveal! Watch the SongU homepage announcements and instructor-led course schedule after the submission deadline for SPEC-480. This is a live Q&A with Kirby and the announcement of the Golden Ticket Invitation winner. Register through your Live Course Activity page. The session will be recorded, and a transcript provided.
By submitting to this Special Event, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the Event Terms.
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#2636 -
PLAYLIST: June-July Spotlight Members Playlist Song Challenge!
Type:
Special Event Pitch
⏰ Deadline:
Mon Jul 20, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Playlist /
Summer Fun & Summer Bummer Songs. This is a FREEBIE submission that will NOT count toward your monthly pitch quota or appear on your Pitch activity...
#2636- PLAYLIST: June-July Spotlight Members Playlist Song Challenge!
Summer Fun & Summer Bummer Songs. This is a FREEBIE submission that will NOT count toward your monthly pitch quota or appear on your Pitch activity page. Only 1 submission per writer, please. *Lyric-only submissions will be accepted for this pitch only. (Important – lyricists, do not submit an AI recording or demo with your lyric to demonstrate the lyric's potential.)
WHAT TO SUBMIT: First, be original and write one that is authentically you. Any genre. Any tempo. The word summer doesn't have to be in the title, but it has to be obvious in the lyrics that this is a summertime song. Seeking songs that feel like summer fun ala "Walking on Sunshine" - Katrina and the Waves, "Kokomo" - The Beach Boys; "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems" - Kenny Chesney; "Pontoon" - Little Big Town, etc. Or, summer bummers ala "Summertime Blues" - Eddie Cochran; "Summertime Sadness" - Lana Del Rey; "Cruel Summer" - Taylor Swift; "The Boys of Summer" - Don Henley; "Sealed with a Kiss" - Brian Hyland, etc.
Important AI Specifications: Submit only a) a human-written lyric, or b) a human-written lyric with a human-written melody. AI platforms may only be used for instrumental or vocal backing tracks. In the Optional Note to Pitch Guest area, please disclose how AI is used in the track or if the music, lyrics, and track are 100% human created - which makes a difference for sync placements.
Pitch Follow-up: This playlist is meant to highlight the talent, range, and diversity of our community. As long as your submission follows the description, it will be accepted. We'll highlight the playlist on our site and in socials or for calls looking for songs like these from pitch guests.
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⏰ Deadline:
Mon Aug 10, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Publisher /
Contemporary Country, Traditional Country /
Male
A Street Pitch guest and publisher who has already generated income for SongU.com members is looking for songs for Sony artist Luke Combs. Seeking:...
#2650- Luke Combs
A Street Pitch guest and publisher who has already generated income for SongU.com members is looking for songs for Sony artist Luke Combs. Seeking: Hit songs. Strong lyrics essential. Before pitching listen to "Rethink Some Things" from Luke's new album, The Way I Am: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOSIXyYdT93OzpRnAuWaKjQ
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 info: If his guest expresses interest in your song, before pitching it, they will ask for publishing if a major recording results from this particular solicitation.
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⏰ Deadline:
Sat Aug 15, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Publisher /
Country, Southern Rock /
Male
A Street Pitch guest and publisher who has already generated income for SongU.com members is looking for songs for indie label artist Hank Williams IV....
#2649- Hank Williams IV
A Street Pitch guest and publisher who has already generated income for SongU.com members is looking for songs for indie label artist Hank Williams IV. About: Hank Williams IV (Ricky Fitzgerald) is the great-grandson of the legendary Hank Williams. He travels the world performing classic country with his "Lost Highway Band" and frequently plays classic family hits like "Family Tradition. Seeking: Exceptional songs with an Outlaw Country Edge songs, UPTEMPO Anthems, Heartfelt Ballads, and Strong Commercial Hit potential 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 info: If his guest expresses interest in your song, before pitching it, they will ask for publishing if a major recording results from this particular solicitation.
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⏰ Deadline:
Mon Aug 10, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Publisher /
Contemporary Country, Traditional Country /
Male
A Street Pitch guest and publisher who has already generated income for SongU.com members is looking for songs for indie label artist Scotty McCreery....
#2648- Scotty McCreery
A Street Pitch guest and publisher who has already generated income for SongU.com members is looking for songs for indie label artist Scotty McCreery. Seeking: Former American Idol winner needs radio HIT songs. Lyrics: No cheating songs, no break-up songs. Style: Traditional to Contemporary country. All tempos https://www.scottymccreery.com/
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 info: If his guest expresses interest in your song, before pitching it, they will ask for publishing if a major recording results from this particular solicitation.
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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Contemporary Country /
Female
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Big Machine artist Mackenzie Carpenter. Seeking:...
#2643- Mackenzie Carpenter
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Big Machine artist Mackenzie Carpenter. Seeking: Sultry, edgy, thoughtful Contemporary Country songs that may remind you of Ella Langley. Mackenzie also considers Sabrina Carpenter and SZA as some of her cross-genre inspirations. Please listen to Mackenzie's "Heart That Don't Break" before submitting.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Contemporary Country /
Male
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for independent artist Tyler Joe Miller. Seeking:...
#2642- Tyler Joe Miller
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for independent artist Tyler Joe Miller. Seeking: Soulful Contemporary Country songs that talk about real life, real struggles, and emotional vulnerability. Consider more your 'life songs' along the lines of songs like Brad Paisley's "When I Get Where I'm Going" or Garth Brooks' "The Dance". Please listen to Tyler Joe's song "Good Run" before submitting. Male vocals.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Pop, R&B /
Female
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for former child star, now 23-year old singer, actress,...
#2641- JoJo Siwa
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for former child star, now 23-year old singer, actress, dancer, producer, author, and social media personality JoJo Siwa who has 46 million followers on her official TikTok. Seeking: Cheerful and spirited Pop songs that sound like they would be uptempos in a musical theatre production. Also seeking more contemporary R&B Pop songs. The lyrics do NOT have to be squeaky clean. Listen to her song "Karma" before submitting.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Bluegrass, Country, Holiday Themed /
Male
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Curb artist Mo Pitney. Seeking: Uptempo...
#2640- Mo Pitney
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Curb artist Mo Pitney. Seeking: Uptempo Traditional Christmas songs. Also need "Bluegrass meets Country" songs for his next regular album and "Bluegrass meets Country" songs that could work as duets for his Pitney / Meyer duo. Before pitching, please listen to his songs for his style, interests, and vocal range.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Christian Contemporary (CCM), Christian Praise/Worship, Gospel /
Female
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Capitol Christian Music Group artist Natalie...
#2639- Natalie Grant
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Capitol Christian Music Group artist Natalie Grant. Seeking: Contemporary Christian songs. Some of Natalie's musical heroes include Mahalia Jackson and CeCe Winans, so feel free to submit songs that steer more in the Gospel direction of those artists. Praise & Worship style songs are also fine. Before pitching, please listen to her songs and those of her heroes listed above. Familiarize yourself with Natalie's style, range, and vocal quality.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Country, Rock /
Male
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for independent artist Ryan Waters Band. This group...
#2638- Ryan Waters Band
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for independent artist Ryan Waters Band. This group has 211,000 monthly Spotify listeners. Seeking: gritty, rock-influenced story songs about southern small town life and the ups and downs of young relationships. Before pitching, listen to his songs. Male vocal demo please.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Publisher /
Country /
Female
Veteran music publisher with multiple cuts on major artists is listening to songs for Broken Bow Music Group recording artist Carly Pearce. Please read...
#2637- Uptempo for Carly Pearce
Veteran music publisher with multiple cuts on major artists is listening to songs for Broken Bow Music Group recording artist Carly Pearce. Please read complete description carefully and pitch appropriately.
Seeking: Positive, uptempo songs to add to an existing album for a deluxe record. Carly is a mature woman and needs subjects with substance. Story songs are always good, but they would need to have tempo - no ballads. Both the melody and lyrics - needs to be competitive.
Lyrical Direction: Avoid topics such as lost love or negativity. No drinking based songs.
Musical Direction: She likes songs with interesting melodies. The Chorus melody must stand out from the verses. Female vocals only.
Additional: Listen to Carly's most current songs to get a sense of her style, vocal range, and preferences. Be careful if you're using an AI platform like Suno to generate your instrumental track because in my experience, AI doesn't create instrumental tracks that make the Chorus unique and stand out. Not a fan of really obvious AI productions.
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 with the publishing company if there is interest in the song.
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⏰ Deadline:
Wed Jul 15, 2026 11:58 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Country /
Female
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for BBR/BMG artist K. Michelle.
About:...
#2634- K. Michelle
A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for BBR/BMG artist K. Michelle.
About: With 8M Instagram followers and having already achieved three Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot R&B / Hip-Hop Songs Chart, she was born and raised in Memphis and has loved 80s and 90s Country music from an early age. Looking for Country songs described below...
Seeking: Country songs in the direction of The Judds, Dolly Parton, and even Toby Keith, that speak boldly about female empowerment, street life and resilience, overcoming trauma and the raw realities of life and relationships.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Publisher /
Bluegrass, Gospel /
Male Group
Extended! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening to songs for Thoroughbred Records artist...
#2629- Chosen Road
Chosen Road. Extended! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening to songs for Thoroughbred Records artist Chosen Road.
About: Founded in the mountains of West Virginia, rooted in bluegrass and built on faith and family, Bluegrass legends, Chosen Road, has spent more than seventeen years traveling and performing at fairs, festivals, concert halls, churches and music venues across the country. Chosen Road is shaped by front porches, small-town churches, and harmonies learned the old-fashioned way — standing close enough to hear each other breathe. The group has released multiple albums, and their sound is grounded in traditional bluegrass, yet the group is unafraid to stretch into, Country, Gospel, and Americana influences.
Seeking: Songs with themes that can slant Country, Positive Country, or Gospel. But track should have Bluegrass flavor that showcase tight harmonies and strong musicianship for this Bluegrass band. Lyrically, may be about real-life, small-town living and songs that honor Christ, offer hope, purpose and encouragement. Before pitching, listen to their 'American Morning' album.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Publisher /
Country, Pop, Southern Rock /
Male
Extended! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening to songs for Black River Entertainment...
#2628- Matt Stell
Matt Stell. Extended! A Street Pitch guest and music publisher who has already generated income for SongU members is listening to songs for Black River Entertainment artist Matt Stell. Stell topped the Country charts with the double-Platinum hit "Prayed For You" and the Platinum-certified song "Everywhere But On," earning more than 1.1 billion global streams. Seeking: RADIO HIT SINGLES. Think heartfelt songs with relatable lyrics that blend traditional country, southern rock and some pop influences. Songs about love, excitement, heartbreak and the challenges and realities of life. Matt is driven by talent and determination and needs hit songs that will have a lasting impact on country music.
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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⏰ Deadline:
Fri Jul 31, 2026 11:59 PM (ET)
Pitch To Song Plugger /
Country /
Duo
Extended! A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Curb artist Brooks & Dunn. Seeking:...
#2618- Brooks & Dunn
Extended! A Street Pitch guest and song plugger who has generated income for SongU members is looking for songs for Curb artist Brooks & Dunn. Seeking: a big new song but in the musical and lyrical directions of their "Ain't Nothing 'Bout You" or "Red Dirt Road" hits. Stay away from ballads. Gritty, neotraditional honkytonk mids and uptempos that have driving, electric guitar-heavy arrangements and sound more like country arena-ready anthems than just songs. Other prime topics are blue collar pride, heartbreak and big picture-wise looking back at life.
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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