Publisher Online Pitch Events

  • Brad McKinney
    Interview with Brad McKinney, songwriter
    by GSC Reporter, Daniel Reifsnyder Dan Reifsnyder: Tell us a little bit about yourself! Brad McKinney: Well, I’m originally from Hyden, KY. Nobody knows where it is, but I always say it’s next to the city of Hazard. DR: Oh, like where the Dukes of Hazard are from? BM: Exactly! It’s a very, very small town, a population of about 500.  All my family is from there, we all lived...
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  • Brett Mandel
    The Journey of a Song – Brett Mandel
    “From the Ashes” – a TV Cold Justice placement on the Oxygen Network In December of 2021, myself and fellow GSC member Clayton Jones landed our first television placement for our song “From the Ashes” (co-written with Big Yellow Dog songwriter/ producer Alexi von Guggenberg). It appeared on episode #609 of “Cold Justice” on the Oxygen network. The song was written in October of 2015. I remember that day very...
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GSC Music Industry Mentoring Services

Sheree Spoltore

Sheree' Spoltore'

GSC President - Specializing in Music Career Coaching : Music industry professional, career coach, mentor, motivational speaker and teacher, Sheree’ Spoltore’ is known as a songwriter’s best friend. Sheree’s career purpose and passion is encouraging, equipping and empowering songwriters of all genres to be at their personal best. Let her 20 years of experience work for you. READ MORE ABOUT SHEREE'
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Jared Jones

Specializing Metadata for your Recordings : In partnership with GSC President, Sheree Spoltore, Jones created an insightful and eye-opening presentation on the importance of metadata in the music business, and why it is important for songwriters, producers, and artists. The presentation, “Metadata Matters” was first shared at GSC Focus events. Through GSC, Jones now a 1-hour mentoring sessions, where songwriters, artists and producers can gain more insight into how Metadata can help boost visiblity to your recordings.  READ MORE ABOUT JARED AND HIS MENTORING SERVICE
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Nancy Peacock and Queenie Mullinix

Specializing in Film and TV Sync Placements : Nancy and Queenie at Washington Street Publishing will guide you through the process of “syncing” your songs in film & TV. Yes, they will both be in this mentoring session with you where you will learn how to write, produce, and pitch songs that will grab the attention of music supervisors. Get the “inside info” about what music they are seeking for current projects! Now more than ever, the sync world is open to the music of the independent writer and artist. So, get ready! Choose from 3 different types of sessions depending on your need. From in-depth evaluations to a speedy overview of your catalog, Washington Street Publishing has you covered. READ MORE ABOUT NANCY AND QUEENIE AND THEIR MENTORING SERVICE
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Bruce Miller

Bruce Michael Miller

Specializing in Song Evaluations : Bruce Michael Miller, an award-winning songwriter himself, is one of Nashville’s most requested song evaluators. Bruce has taught songwriting at the college level and is active in the Nashville songwriters’ community. He has evaluated upwards of 12,000 songs and has been a judge for the CMT songwriting contest for several years. READ MORE ABOUT BRUCE...
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GSC News to Encourage, Equip and Empower

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#gscmembermonday
This week's Member Monday feature is Karen Kiley. Karen is a talented singer/songwriter who has been making music since she was 14. Her journey has taken her from touring the country with various musical projects to owning her own voice-over company, 'Contagious Commercials.' With over 35 song cuts and some exciting sync placements for major brands, Karen's songwriting talents have truly shone. She has also performed at notable venues like Chicago's Wrigley Field. She has used her music to support important causes like W.I.N.G.S, an organization providing support for battered women and children.

Karen's extensive industry knowledge, professionalism, and passion for creating meaningful music make her an invaluable asset to the music industry. Whether she's writing for herself or collaborating with other artists, Karen's goal is to create timeless songs that resonate with audiences.

Listen to her soon-to-be-released song “Cowboy Buckle Up”:
soundcloud.com/user268425921/cowboy-buckle-up-mp3-final-mix-2-love-this?si=d81de8c604e2447ba4a899...
Check out more of her music on her website: www.reverbnation.com/karenkiley
Follow her on Facebook: www.facebook.com/karenkileymusic
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#gscmembermonday 
This weeks Member Monday feature is Karen Kiley. Karen is a talented singer/songwriter who has been making music since she was 14. Her journey has taken her from touring the country with various musical projects to owning her own voice-over company, Contagious Commercials. With over 35 song cuts and some exciting sync placements for major brands, Karens songwriting talents have truly shone. She has also performed at notable venues like Chicagos Wrigley Field. She has used her music to support important causes like W.I.N.G.S, an organization providing support for battered women and children.

Karens extensive industry knowledge, professionalism, and passion for creating meaningful music make her an invaluable asset to the music industry. Whether shes writing for herself or collaborating with other artists, Karens goal is to create timeless songs that resonate with audiences. 

Listen to her soon-to-be-released song “Cowboy Buckle Up”:
https://soundcloud.com/user268425921/cowboy-buckle-up-mp3-final-mix-2-love-this?si=d81de8c604e2447ba4a89967c766b179&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing
Check out more of her music on her website: https://www.reverbnation.com/karenkiley
Follow her on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenkileymusic

6 CommentsComment on Facebook

Thanks so much for this Shout out, GSC!! You always build me and all your members up in ways that perpetuate success and community! It's such a blessing to have you cheering me on. On my lowest days, (you don't even know this but) you've rescued me from giving up, and on my highest days you've supported me to reach farther. Amazing!! Thank you with my whole heart!

Congratulations Karen, your hard work is an inspiration to many artists! What momentous achievements! You have many more to come! Praying for your continued success, and for you and your family daily, God bless

Woohoo!!! Go Karen 🎉⭐️🎶

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Only FIVE days left to register for Country2Sync!

Register now through October 25 @ Midnight in your time zone using this GSC affiliate link! Don't miss this deadline!
country2sync.mykajabi.com/a/2147840320/NYz9FNBp

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Only FIVE days left to register for Country2Sync! 

Register now through October 25 @ Midnight in your time zone using this GSC affiliate link! Dont miss this deadline!
https://country2sync.mykajabi.com/a/2147840320/NYz9FNBp

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#gscsinglesunday
GSC Member Taylor Borton wants to see YOU!

If you live in the surrounding Nashville area, we would appreciate it if you would get out and support our performing GSC members when they do shows! She will be at Debi Champion's Songwriter Night at the Commodore Grille in Nashville with some other amazing writers on Sunday, October 20 at 6:30 pm CDT.

Taylor Borton is a hardworking performing singer/songwriter who puts on a GREAT SHOW! Below are her performance dates and venues. Hope to see you there!

Follow her on Instagram to keep up with her journey and stay informed about upcoming shows. @taylorbortonmusic
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#gscsinglesunday 
GSC Member Taylor Borton wants to see YOU! 

If you live in the surrounding Nashville area, we would appreciate it if you would get out and support our performing GSC members when they do shows! She will be at Debi Champions Songwriter Night at the Commodore Grille in Nashville with some other amazing writers on Sunday, October 20 at 6:30 pm CDT.

Taylor Borton is a hardworking performing singer/songwriter who puts on a GREAT SHOW!  Below are her performance dates and venues.  Hope to see you there!

Follow her on Instagram to keep up with her journey and stay informed about upcoming shows. @taylorbortonmusic 
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#globalsongwritersconnection #equip #empower #encourage #singersongwriter #gsc

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Congratulations Taylor! You rock, if we were in town we would try to come see your show! Great job on all of your hard work! You are an inspiration. Praying for your continued success, for you and your family daily, and for all global songwriters and there families, God Bless

Awesome! Go Taylor!!

Go you, Taylor!

GSC JOSH FIPPS POP EVENT RESULTS!
Congratulations to the following GSC members whose songs were selected for further review by peermusic Publisher Josh Fipps on Thursday night!

Josie Bisto, TN
Thomas Brain, IL
Randall Cohen, CO
Barbara Davis, TN
Patrick Dodge, NY
Terry Fraley, VA
Olivia Frances, TN
Annabella Gelmetti, OR
Rebecca Pink, MA
Daniel Reifsnyder, TN
Dale Salvaggio, NC
CG Walden, GA
David Willard, OH
Todd Young, NC

You all played some GREAT songs last night! We had such a good time listening to the various styles, lyrics, stories, etc. The Pace's pup Scooter stayed close by to keep Sheree company!

Thanks to everyone for your participation and we'll see you for our third sold-out October POP event on Tuesday, Oct. 22 with Aubrey Schwartz, KP Entertainment.
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GSC JOSH FIPPS POP EVENT RESULTS!
Congratulations to the following GSC members whose songs were selected for further review by peermusic Publisher Josh Fipps on Thursday night! 

Josie Bisto, TN
Thomas Brain, IL
Randall Cohen, CO
Barbara Davis, TN
Patrick Dodge, NY
Terry Fraley, VA
Olivia Frances, TN
Annabella Gelmetti, OR
Rebecca Pink, MA
Daniel Reifsnyder, TN
Dale Salvaggio, NC
CG Walden, GA
David Willard, OH
Todd Young, NC

You all played some GREAT songs last night! We had such a good time listening to the various styles, lyrics, stories, etc.  The Paces pup Scooter stayed close by to keep Sheree company! 

Thanks to everyone for your participation and well see you for our third sold-out October POP event on Tuesday, Oct. 22 with Aubrey Schwartz, KP Entertainment.
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3 CommentsComment on Facebook

Our members definitely brought it last night! Such amazing songs. We’ve enjoyed hosting this week! 🤩

Great night! Loved being in the room with such talent 🙂

Congrats everyone! So much talent!! 👏👏👏

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