The W or ld s Lea ding In depe nden t A & R C om pa ny INDUSTRY LISTINGS

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1 INDUSTRY LISTINGS *******************************************UPDATED 8/15/2012******************************************* TAXI, 5010 N. Parkway Calabasas, Suite 200, Calabasas, CA Please call if you have problems or questions **************************************************************************************************************** Legendary Songwriter Diane Warren To Be Honored at TAXI s Road Rally Dear Passengers, I am extremely proud to announce that we have officially confirmed legendary songwriter, Diane Warren as our Lifetime Achievement Award recipient and live Keynote Interview for this year s TAXI Road Rally, being held November 8 th 11 th in Los Angeles. Diane has had more than 100 songs on the US charts, performed by artists such as Aerosmith, Elton John, Tina Turner, Barbra Streisand, Aretha Franklin, Roberta Flack, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Roy Orbison, Eric Clapton, Lenny Kravitz, Pet Shop Boys, Joss Stone, Christina Aguilera, Enrique Iglesias, Jessica Simpson and Mary J. Blige, to name just a few. Her songs have received seven Grammy Award nominations, including one win, six Academy Award nominations, and five Golden Globe nominations, including one win. She was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in Her success in the United States has been paralleled in the United Kingdom, where Peter Reichardt, former Chairman of EMI Music Publishing UK, commented; "She's the most important songwriter in the world." Warren s songs have also appeared in more than 100 movies, and she s the first songwriter in the history of Billboard to have seven hits, all by different artists, on the singles chart at the same time. There is no other songwriter on the planet that has a more inspirational story than Diane Warren, and all that inspiration is yours for the taking at this year s Road Rally. See you in November! Michael The W or ld s Lea ding In depe nden t A & R C om pa ny P.S. Hotel rooms for this year s Rally are selling out twice as fast as last year, so don t delay! PLEASE NOTE! If you are submitting by mail (ground submissions) and sending in a CD, please enclose a S.A.S.E. (Self Addressed Stamped Envelope) if you would like a response. Thank you! ********************************************************************************************************************************** AAA/ Alternative /Modern Rock Listings INDIE ROCK SONGS and INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Grouplove, Arcade Fire, Young the Giant, etc., needed by a Music Library/Publisher with high profile TV and Advertising clients. Your songs should have a PASSIONATE, FIERY energy and a CREATIVE, UNIQUE approach similar to the referenced artists. Please listen to the references but, don t copy them they aren t looking for sound alikes! Be sure your vocal performance is CONFIDENT and lyrics are UNIVERSAL avoid featuring names, places, specific story lines that could conflict with a scene. Keep your vocal delivery friendly and distinctive Male or Female OK. While they prefer songs with vocals excellent instrumentals are also acceptable for this pitch. Instrumentation and vocal performances must be topnotch! All tempos acceptable but Mid and Uptempos will SHINE! Broadcast quality needed (great sounding home recordings are OK). Please submit one to three songs and/or instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics (if applicable). All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 16, TAXI #S120816RI PRESIDENT of a Music Publishing Company/Music Library is looking for SUPER COOL INDIE ROCK SONGS in the style of Grouplove, Walk the Moon, Imagine Dragons, Now, Now, etc. The moods they re looking for are PASSIONATE, BRIGHT, ENERGETIC, and LIVELY. Songs MUST have a CONTEMPORARY Indie sound that is slightly EDGY and LEFT OF CENTER. Lyric THEMES and HOOKS must be smart and provide a unique twist on common themes in this genre. MID to UPTEMPO will work best, but they will consider downtempo if it s killer! Universal lyrics are a must (no featured names, places, brands, or detailed story lines that could conflict with the scene). Broadcast quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine.) Your demo presentation must be top notch, both vocally and instrumentally! You MUST own or control 100% of your master recording and publishing. MALE or FEMALE vocals are fine for this pitch! NO INSTRUMENTALS Songs with vocals ONLY! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, August 20, TAXI #S120820IR AMBIENT INDIE ELECTRO/ROCK SONGS and INSTRUMENTALS in the style of M83, School of Seven Bells, I Break Horses, etc., needed by a Music Production Library for high profile film & TV clients. Songs MUST have the ETHEREAL, LUSH, HYPNOTIC quality and AHEAD OF THE CURVE Indie rock edge shared by the referenced artists. Be sure your songs have an ULTRA COOL aesthetic and can provide the right trance inducing mood for various scenes. Vocal performances should be DREAMY, SMOOTH, and reminiscent of the artists mentioned, however, they re not looking for sound alikes. Instrumentation and vocal performances must be top notch! Uptempos and Mid tempos preferred! MALE or FEMALE vocals OK! Broadcast quality needed 1

2 (great sounding home recordings are OK). Please submit one to three songs and/or instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics (if applicable). All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, August 21, TAXI #S120821RK Successful LA Based Music Licensing Company looking for LIVELY ROCK or INDIE ROCK SONGS that focus on themes about BIRTHDAYS and ANNIVERSARIES. QUOTING THE COMPANY: We re looking for radio ready songs with great production value. But what s really important is that you nail the overall theme! The song must sound CONTEMPORARY and FRESH. Think THE BLACK KEYS, WALK THE MOON or THE HEAVY. The perfect song will sound CELEBRATORY and FUN LOVING. IMPORTANT: Your song must have an overall positive sentiment! THINK: one year older, blowing out the candles, renewing our vows. No melancholy songs about aging or unhappy marriages! MALE AND FEMALE VOCALS ok for this pitch. Be sure to have instrumentals on hand in case they contact you. You must own or control 100% of the Master and Composition rights to submit for this listing. NO SAMPLES of other songs or artists can be incorporated into your track. Broadcast Quality is needed (excellent home recordings are fine.) Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. REMEMBER if you submit a song, please make sure you have an instrumental mix on the shelf and ready to go if your music gets picked. But NO need to submit an instrumental mix at this time. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, August 22, TAXI #S120822RK INDIE ROCK SONGS and INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Florence + The Machine, Grouplove, Duke Spirit, and Young the Giant, needed by an Independent Music Publisher for Film/TV placements. They ll be looking for songs that have a SUPER HIP feel that can compete with the sound of the referenced artists, but with an approach all your own. Please listen to the references but don t copy them they aren t looking for sound alikes! If you do submit songs, be sure your vocal performance is CONVINCING and CONFIDENT. Aim for UNIVERSAL lyrics that can fit a variety of scenes avoid featuring names, places, specific story lines that could conflict with a scene. Both MALE and FEMALE vocals OK. Instrumental performance (for both instrumentals and songs) should sound like a real band they re NOT looking for library tracks, so keep that in mind. Instrumentation and vocal performances must be top notch! MID to UPTEMPO tracks are needed for this pitch. Broadcast quality needed (great sounding home recordings are OK). Please submit one to three songs and/or instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics (if applicable). All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, August 24, TAXI #S120824IR AAA/ Alternative /Modern Rock Listings (continued): INDIE ROCK SONGS in the style of Future Starts Slow by The Kills, needed by an A List Music Licensing Agent pitching material to a MAJOR network that focuses on teen oriented shows. QUOTING THE AGENT: I m looking for a certain type of Modern, Indie Rock sound without being too hard or brash. We re NOT looking for sound alikes. Be sure your vocal performance is CONFIDENT and lyrics are UNIVERSAL avoid featuring names, places, specific story lines that could conflict with a scene. Make sure your vocal delivery is UNIQUE but ACCESSIBLE MALE or FEMALE ok for this one! Instrumentation and vocal performances must be top notch! All tempos acceptable but Mid and Uptempos will SHINE! Broadcast quality needed (great sounding home recordings are OK). Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by a TAXI screener handpicked by the company and must be received no later than Friday, August 24, TAXI #S120824RK QUIRKY INDIE POP/ROCK SONGS with VOCALS in the style range of Jonsi, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Of Monsters and Men, etc., needed by an established Music Publisher in LA who has secured TONS of Film/TV placements for many TAXI members. They re looking for songs that STAY TRUE to the creative INDIE sound! They re not looking for your run of the mill Pop songs Make sure your songs capture the BELIEVABILITY and AUTHENTICITY of a real Indie artist/band. Songs submitted should have CREATIVE instrumentation, CLEVER songwriting, MEMORABLE melodies, and a DISTINCT vocal signature. Lyric themes should revolve around Love, Life, Celebration, Having a Great Day, and that Get up and Go attitude! MID to UPTEMPO ONLY! MALE or FEMALE vocals OK! NO INSTRUMENTALS! Excellent performances are absolutely ESSENTIAL! Broadcast Quality is necessary (excellent home recordings will be okay). They offer a non exclusive, 50/50 split deal you keep your original copyrights. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, August 27, TAXI #S120827PR ENERGTIC INDIE POP SONGS and INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Neon Trees, Gentlemen Hall, Matt & Kim, etc., needed by a Music Library/Publisher with high profile TV and Advertising clients. They re looking for FUN, BRIGHT tracks with FRESH, MEMORABLE chorus hooks that can add impact to a range of scenes. Please listen to the references but, as always, don t copy them they aren t looking for sound alikes! While they prefer songs with vocals excellent instrumentals are also acceptable for this pitch. Be sure your vocal performance is strong, and you have RELATABLE themes, MEMORABLE hooks, and UNIVERSAL lyrics. Instrumentation and vocal performances must be top notch! UPTEMPOS preferred, but Midtempo could work if it sounds great! MALE or FEMALE vocals OK! Broadcast quality needed (great sounding home recordings are OK). Please submit one to three songs and/or instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics (if applicable). All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, August 28, TAXI #S120828IP ALT/INDIE ROCK INSTRUMENTALS in the style of The Apache Relay, Margot and the Nuclear So and So s, Miniature Tigers, Portugal. the Man, etc., needed by a very successful Production Music Library that licenses music to virtually ALL Major TV Networks. Instrumentals submitted MUST have a COOL and INDIE, left of center sound, similar to the style of the referenced artists. Instrumentals submitted MUST capture the Alt/Indie Rock aesthetic, with tones and melodies that are INTERESTING and CATCHY. The mood of your instrumentals can vary, but shouldn t be too aggressive or intense. This listing isn t an any Rock will do kind of request, so please review the referenced artists before submitting. Intros should be short and get straight to the point! Button endings are needed, NO fade outs. MID to UPTEMPO ONLY! NO vocals, instrumentals ONLY! You must own or control 100% of the Master and Publishing rights to submit for this listing. Instrumental presentation must be top notch! Broadcast quality needed (great sounding home recordings are OK). Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, August 28, TAXI #Y120828AR PASSIONATE ALT ROCK SONGS in the style of Linkin Park to Lostprophets, etc., needed by a Production Music Library that specializes in high profile TV and Film placements. Songs submitted MUST capture the HIGH ENERGY, HOSTILE vibe of the referenced artists while remaining ORIGINAL and UNIQUE. Lyric themes should be INTROSPECTIVE yet EMPOWERING. BIG CHORUS HOOKS and POWERFUL instrumental performances are a must have. Songs could have some electronic elements, effect laden guitars, or Hip Hop elements as long as they re appropriate for the style and don t overwhelm it Keep the aggressive Rock edge up front! Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Broadcast quality needed (excellent home recordings are fine). Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, August 29, TAXI #Y120829AR ALTERNATIVE ROCK SONGS in the range of The Black Keys to Muse, etc., needed by a Music Supervisor of a widely popular show on a premium cable network. Songs submitted should have a CONTEMPORARY Alt Rock sound with STRONG, DRIVING melodies, VIVID lyrics, DYNAMIC vocal performances, and a production STYLE that rivals current Alt Rock hits. Your track will be used to add energy, mood or atmosphere to a scene so keep your sound and delivery COMPELLING and MOOD SETTING! Lyrics must be broadcast ready AVOID explicit imagery or references to specific NAMES, PLACES or BRANDS. MALE or FEMALE VOCALS are okay. ALL TEMPOS and MOODS are accepted. Excellent performances are absolutely ESSENTIAL. 2

3 SONGS ONLY NO Instrumentals. Broadcast quality needed (great sounding home recordings are OK). Estimated Licensing fee: $1k $2k all in. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by a TAXI screener hand picked by the Supervisor and must be received no later than Friday, August 31, TAXI #S120831AR 90s INDIE ROCK ARTISTS/BANDS in the style of Urge Overkill, Screaming Trees, The Pixies, etc., needed by a successful Music Placement Company with loads of Film and TV clients. QUOTING THE COMPANY: I want artists/bands who are interested in working closely with one agent who will work to develop artists to the music supervision community. We re looking for a potentially long term and mutually beneficial relationship. That being said, this isn t a one off type opportunity. This company is looking for bands/artists that can show that they have a catalog full of songs that can be used for various placements, so we are asking that you submit 2 to 3 songs per submission. Be SURE songs have a 90s sound similar to the referenced artists. Songs must be appropriate for scenes in film or TV, meaning no expletives. Stick to universal lyrics no specific storylines or mentions of names, dates, places, etc. They do a 50/50 deal in licensing fees and 100% of the public performance royalties go to the artist/band. They do not re title and they do not take any publishing! There is no term limit, but they do ask for exclusivity on the song as an agent. Broadcast quality is needed (excellent home recordings will be fine). Please submit TWO to THREE songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, September 10, TAXI #S120910IR NEW LISTING ALTERNATIVE/MODERN ROCK INSTRUMENTALS, in the style of the song 45 by Gaslight Anthem, needed by a Production Company/Music Library for various Film/TV placements. IMPORTANT: They ll be looking for tracks that sound like a REAL band or artist and NOT like a music library track. Moods can be in the range of AGGRESSIVE, RAMBUNCTIOUS, PLAYFUL, or BRASH. Remember that your song will be used to add mood or energy to a scene so give your arrangements strong, stand alone hooks and choruses. MID to UPTEMPO ONLY! NO VOCALS, INSTRUMENTALS ONLY! Instrumentation must be top notch! Broadcast Quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine). You must own or control 100% of your master and composition. Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, September 14, TAXI #S120914RI AAA/ Alternative /Modern Rock Listings (continued): NEW LISTING LO FI, GARAGE ROCK SONGS with MALE VOCALS in the range of Black Keys, Steppenwolf, The Heavy, etc., needed by a successful Music Publisher who s gotten tons of great Film/TV placements for many TAXI members. QUOTING THE SOURCE: I ll be looking for songs that have a masculine and gritty theme. Think, songs about being manly. REMEMBER: They re NOT looking for sound alikes. The referenced bands are just a guide, so please bring your own individual Garage Rock sound to the table! Songs must have POWERFUL, EMOTIVE vocal performances, STRONG musicianship, and above all, share a common sound with the referenced bands. UNIVERSAL LYRICS are needed for this one (no names, places, detailed story lines etc.) MID to UPTEMPO only for this pitch! MALE VOCALS ONLY! Songs with vocals only, NO Instrumentals. Vocal and Instrumental demo presentation MUST be topnotch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, September 28, TAXI #S120928GR Adult Contemporary Listings (also see Pop listings, etc.): NEW LISTING ADULT CONTEMPORARY/POP SONGS in the style of Adele, Emeli Sande, etc., needed by a Producer working with a well known AC/POP artist looking for her next HIT on her upcoming album. QUOTING THE PRODUCER: Despite the artist being female, male or female vocals will work. Just make sure any male vocals can easily translate to a female vocal. Since they re looking for HITS, be sure your songs can compete with today s radio hits. A BIG and CONTEMPORARY chorus with STRONG vocal performances, and a SOLID STRUCTURE will really set you apart for this listing. Lyrics should revolve around themes like DEVOTION, ROMANTICISM, HOPEFULNESS, etc. MALE or FEMALE vocals are OK. A good sounding demo will work here; the focus is on the song. Your vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by the Producer and must be received no later than Wednesday, September 12, TAXI #S120912AC NEW LISTING HEARTFELT CONTEMPORARY AC/POP BALLADS in the style of Josh Groban, needed by the VP of A&R at a Major Label for a young and impressive male vocal talent. They ll be looking for songs that have tons of EMOTION, with POWERFUL and CONFIDENT melodies that can capture the listener s attention. BIG, SOARING CHORUSES that allow this talent to shine are exactly what they are after for this artist. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We re looking for songs with crossover appeal and a universal, visual lyric that doesn't skew too old (not a lot of reference to life long experience, nostalgia, etc.) Dramatic and dynamic melodies that will showcase his range, with Structure that radio can embrace is the best way to describe what we are after. MID TEMPO tracks will work best. There are already great producers for the record so the focus will be on the song, but demo presentation must be stellar. MALE vocals ONLY! Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, September 20, TAXI #S120920AC Americana/Alt Country/Folk Listings PRESIDENT of a Music Publishing Company/Music Library is looking for AMERICANA / ALT COUNTRY SONGS in the style of Head and the Heart, Of Monsters and Men, James Vincent McMorrow, The Secret Sisters, etc. Songs MUST share the PASSIONATE and RURAL sound of the referenced artists, without being a sound alike. Instrumentation must sound AUTHENTIC to the genre and in keeping with the referenced artists. Be sure your vocal performances are INTIMATE and EARTHY. Universal lyrics are a must (no featured names, places, brands, or detailed story lines that could conflict with the scene). All TEMPO welcome. Broadcast quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine.) Your demo presentation must be top notch, both vocally and instrumentally! You MUST own or control 100% of your master recording and publishing. MALE or FEMALE vocals are fine for this pitch! NO INSTRUMENTALS Songs with vocals ONLY! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, August 17, TAXI #S120817AM A LIST MUSIC SUPERVISOR NEEDS ALT COUNTRY SONGS in the style of Ryan Adams, Matt Nathanson, Gram Parkinson, or Justin Townes Earle, etc., for this VERY POPULAR TELEVISION SERIES returning for its second season. This Music Supervisor uses LOTS of music, averaging 7 10 songs per episode! They also do MULTIPLE SHOWS for network and cable as well as film, so if it s a good song and not right for this show, they may use it for another. DON T MISS THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY! This supervisor is ONLY looking for REALLY GOOD SONGS with a CONTEMPORARY SOUND AND A UNIQUE CATCHY HOOK. They ll be looking for songs that can be used to enhance a scene, so be sure your songs provide a mood setting quality similar to the referenced artists. Songs should have UNIVERSAL LYRICS (no specific names, places, or specific storylines). Make sure lyrics are simple and general enough to work for a wide variety of different scenes, as well as under dialog. MALE and FEMALE vocals are acceptable and ALL TEMPOS are welcome. Production must be professional with solid arrangements. You must own or control 100% of the rights to the Master Recording, This is direct to the music supervisor so you will KEEP 100% of the income. Broadcast quality is needed (excellent home recordings will be fine). Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, August 22, TAXI #S120822AC ALT COUNTRY/AMERICANA BAND/ARTISTS in the style of Good Old War, Middle Brothers, Delta Spirit, etc., needed by a successful Music Placement 3

4 Company with loads of Film and TV clients. QUOTING THE COMPANY: We re not looking for old sounding Country or Americana, but cool contemporary bands with a Country or Americana twist. We want artists/bands who are interested in working closely with one agent who will work to develop artists to the music supervision community. We re looking for a potentially long term and mutually beneficial relationship. This company is looking for bands/artists that have a deep catalog that will work for Film or TV, so we are asking you to submit 2 to 3 songs per submission. Songs must be appropriate for scenes in film or TV, meaning no expletives. Universal lyrics are imperative no specific storylines or mentions of names, dates, places, etc. They do a 50/50 deal in licensing fees and 100% of the public performance royalties go to the artist/band. They do not re title and they do not take any publishing! There is no term limit, but they do ask for exclusivity on the song as an agent. Broadcast quality is needed (excellent home recordings will be fine). Please submit TWO to THREE songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, September 13, TAXI #S120913AM NEW LISTING AMERICANA/ALT COUNTRY INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Megafaun, Justin Townes Earle, William Elliot Whitmore, etc., needed by a Production Company/Music Library for various Film/TV placements. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We need instrumentals that sound authentic using proper instrumentation. Moods can range from EARNEST to REFLECTIVE, or even REBELLIOUS as long as they sound BELIEVABLE and AUTHENTIC to the genre. Tempo may vary as well. Style MUST have the RURAL tinge that listeners of this genre come to expect. Excellent performances and recordings are a necessity. NO vocals INSTRUMENTALS ONLY! Broadcast Quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine). You must own or control 100% of your master and composition. Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, September 18, TAXI #S120918CI Blues Listings BLUES SONGS in the style of the Laith Al Saadi, Tommy Castro, Tinsley Ellis, Debbie Davies, etc., needed by the PRESIDENT of a Music Publishing Company/Music Library. They re looking for memorable vocals with a confident, signature Blues style. STELLAR instrumental performances with plenty of attitude, and COMPELLING Blues oriented storylines are a must. They are NOT looking for solo acoustic Blues performances, so be sure to submit full band performances ONLY! Production should feature ELECTRIC guitar, similar to the instrumental arrangement of the artists referenced. Universal lyrics are a must (no featured names, places, brands, or detailed story lines that could conflict with the scene). Broadcast quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine.) Your demo presentation must be top notch, both vocally and instrumentally! You MUST own or control 100% of your master recording and publishing. MALE or FEMALE vocals are fine for this pitch! NO INSTRUMENTALS Songs with vocals ONLY! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 16, TAXI #S120816BL Contemporary Christian Listings (also see Country, Americana listings, etc.): SENTIMENTAL, CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN SONGS in the style of Steven Curtis Chapman, David Crowder Band, The Crabb Family, etc., needed by a prominent Nashville based Publisher for compilation projects. They re looking for songs with INSPIRATIONAL lyrics that are easy to relate to, are not overtly Christian, and have the potential for CROSSOVER success. POWERFUL lyric HOOKS, BIG CHORUSES, SOLID STRUCTURE, and a FULLY DEVELOPED sound are all needed for this opportunity. MALE or FEMALE vocals accepted. Everything from ballads to up tempos will be considered but melody and lyric style must be current and commercially competitive in the Christian market. Excellent demos are necessary in order to pitch your song in the most powerful and effective way. Please submit one to three songs per CD or online, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, August 22, TAXI #S120822CC Country Listings (also see Americana, Cont. Christian listings, etc.): CONTEMPORARY POP COUNTRY SONGS with FEMALE VOCALS in the style of Sugarland, The Band Perry, Lady Antebellum, etc., needed by a boutique Music Publisher to pitch to an ICONIC Female artist. Be sure your songs are CONTEMPORARY with lyrics that have substance They re NOT looking for cutsey, juvenile themes for this one. They re looking for HIT songs that have ENGAGING and MEMORABLE melodies, and lyrics with VIVID IMAGERY, so please send your best! This is a HUGE artist, so be sure your songs have a SOLID STRUCTURE and stylistically match the artists referenced. MID to UPTEMPOS ONLY, no ballads. Make sure your demo really sells the song s concept and vibe. Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, August 17, TAXI #S120817CO CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY POP SONGS with FEMALE VOCALS in the range of Kellie Pickler to Carrie Underwood, needed by a boutique Music Publisher to pitch to an American Idol runner up working on her debut album. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We re looking uptempo hits with age appropriate lyrics. Not looking for themes about drinking or anything explicit. Songs submitted should have STRONG melodies, MEMORABLE lyrics, and above all, share the Contemporary sound and style of the referenced artists. Your songs MUST also have a big, fresh CHORUS HOOK and a strong PAYOFF along with compelling, relatable lyric themes. UPTEMPO SONGS ONLY, NO Mids or Ballads. Radio ready songs with HIT POTENTIAL are ESSENTIAL! Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, August 20, TAXI #S120820PC CONTEMPORARY POP/COUNTRY SONGS with FEMALE VOCALS in the style of Kellie Pickler, Trisha Yearwood, Sara Evans, etc., needed by a boutique Music Publisher to pitch to an ICONIC Female artist. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We need songs that aren t too young, sexy, or songs that make her seem old. In other words, make her sound contemporary but give her something with substance to sing. They re looking for HIT songs that have ENGAGING and MEMORABLE melodies with lyrics that have VIVID IMAGERY and a WELL DEVELOPED theme. This is a HUGE artist, so be sure your song has a SOLID STRUCTURE and is in keeping with the artists referenced. Make sure your demo really sells the song s concept and vibe. All tempos accepted, but MID to UPTEMPO songs will work best! Ballads MUST be excellent! Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 23, TAXI #S120823PC NEW LISTING CONTEMPORARY POP COUNTRY SONGS in the style of The Band Perry, Sugarland, Rascal Flatts, etc., needed by an A&R Exec at a Major Nashville Label for a super popular Pop Country group. QUOTING THE EXEC: Don t be afraid to pitch organic/more stripped down tunes. We need songs that are fun, energetic, and positive that can appeal to a wide audience. Songs should be CONTEMPORARY, with lyrics that have something to say They re NOT looking for themes that are too juvenile. Songs MUST have ENGAGING and CATCHY melodies, with lyrics that are VIVID and MEANINGFUL. This is a HUGE artist, so be sure your songs have a SOLID STRUCTURE and stylistically match the artists referenced. UPTEMPOS ONLY, no ballads. MALE or FEMALE vocals OK. Make sure your demo really sells the song s concept and vibe. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than August 28, TAXI #S120828CO NEW LISTING CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY SONGS with MALE VOCALS in the style of Jason Aldean, Jake Owen, Luke Bryan, etc., needed by an A&R Exec at a Major Nashville Label for a well known male country star. QUOTING THE EXEC: We re looking for Cool, Unique, and melodic song with a groove. Nothing too backroads/truckish. They re NOT looking for shallow lyric concepts, but hits with a MEANINGFUL message. Songs MUST be well structured, with HUGE hooks, and a chorus that provides the perfect pay off! This is a HUGE artist, so be sure your songs have a SOLID STRUCTURE and stylistically match the artists referenced. Male vocals and lyric perspectives only, please. All tempos welcome. Strong demo performances are essential to really sell the concept. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, September 5, TAXI #S120905CO 4

5 NEW LISTING CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY ROCK SONGS needed by an A&R Exec at a Major Nashville Label for a female Country duo. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We re looking for songs that aren t too heady, dark, or slow. These girls have range, so make sure songs reflect that. They love harmonies and unique melodies, but above all, love to rock. We re not looking for angry attitude songs, unless they are extremely well written and unique. They re also not looking for sweet, cute, or teen type songs. They don t love party/drinking songs, but can have light references to that style. They re looking for songs that have SOLID HARMONIES and STRONG, CONFIDENT LYRICS. Female vocals would work best but they will accept male vocals if the perspective easily translates. Make sure your songs have a REAL and HONEST vibe! All tempos are welcome! Your vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, September 6, TAXI #S120906CR NEW LISTING CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY SONGS with FEMALE VOCALS in the style of Miranda Lambert with attitude needed by a boutique Music Publisher pitching to a recently signed artist on a Major Label. Songs submitted MUST have RADIO READY hooks, tons of lyric IMAGERY, and MEMORABLE sing along melodies that keep the listener s attention from start to finish. Attitude is good, but nothing too raunchy or rebellious. Solid song structure is a must They re looking for radio hits only. Make sure your demo really sells the song s concept and vibe. FEMALE VOCALS ONLY! Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, September 13, TAXI #S120913CO NEW LISTING UPTEMPO CONTEMPORARY POP/COUNTRY SONGS with FEMALE VOCALS in the style of Faith Hill, Trisha Yearwood, Sara Evans, etc., needed by a boutique Music Publisher to pitch to an ICONIC Female Country artist. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We re looking for uptempo tracks with a similar vibe to Take Me As I Am or Wild One by Faith Hill, but less poppy! Songs submitted MUST have a contemporary and WELL DEVELOPED sound in the vein of the referenced artists, while bringing something new and FRESH to the table. They re looking for HIT songs that have INFECTIOUS and MEMORABLE melodies, with SOLID themes. Make sure your demo really sells the song s concept and vibe. They specifically asked for UPTEMPO HITS ONLY NO midtempo tracks or ballads. FEMALE VOCALS ONLY! Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, September 17, TAXI #S120917CO Country Listing (continued): NEW LISTING CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Sugarland, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, etc., needed by a Production Company/Music Library for various Film/TV placements. QUOTING THE SOURCE: Moods can range from Warm, Bright, Energetic as long as the style and tone are reminiscent of the Contemporary Country market. Content and presentation need to be MODERN in style please NO quirky, sappy, or outdated sounding arrangements. Be sure your production sounds authentic to the genre NO MIDI sounding tracks for this one. Broadcast Quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine). You must own or control 100% of your master and composition. Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, September 19, TAXI #S120919CI NEW LISTING COUNTRY SONGS about PETS (from Traditional to Contemporary) needed by the Co founder of very successful Music Licensing Company that specializes in pitching to videographers and photographers for special events. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We re looking for songs about awesome and amazing pets. Songs can be fun or touching. Songs specifically about dogs or cats would be best. Be SURE your themes aren t about the loss of a pet or missing a pet. Be sure your songs are WELL STRUCTURED and WELL RECORDED. UNIVERSAL LYRICS are needed for this one (no names, places, detailed story lines etc.) MALE or FEMALE vocals are OK. ORIGINAL songs ONLY! NO Instrumentals! You must own or control 100% of your composition and master recording. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, September 20, TAXI #S120920CO Dance/Electronic Listings INVENTIVE DUBSTEP INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Zomboy, Excision, Skrillex, etc., needed by a Music Production Library for high profile film & TV clients. Instrumentals submitted MUST have a CURRENT Dubstep sound, similar to the referenced artists. As always, DO NOT rip off the referenced artists in any way, shape or form! Use them ONLY as a guide for TEMPO, TEXTURE, TONE, and VIBE. Your submissions MUST capture ENERGETIC and SYNCOPATED rhythms that are synonymous with this highly current genre. AUTHENTIC Dubstep needed please don t submit dated Electronic music. NO VOCALS, INSTRUMENTALS ONLY! NO samples, ORIGINAL instrumentals ONLY! Broadcast quality is needed (excellent home recordings are fine.) Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 16, TAXI #Y120816DS PULSING DUBSTEP SONGS and INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Zomboy, Kill The Noise, Skrillex, etc., needed by an Independent Music Publisher for Film/TV placements. Songs and/or Instrumentals submitted MUST have a CONTEMPORARY Dubstep sound, similar to the referenced artists. As always, DO NOT rip off the referenced artists in any way, shape or form! Use them ONLY as a guide for TEMPO, TEXTURE, TONE, and VIBE. Be sure your submissions capture the INTENSE syncopation and DISJOINTED rhythms of this contemporary genre. AUTHENTIC Dubstep needed please don t submit dated Electronic music. Songs with vocals are accepted but vocal delivery must be in keeping with the genre. No profanity and nothing too obscure. Be sure your lyrics are UNIVERSAL. MALE or FEMALE vocals OK. Broadcast quality is needed (excellent home recordings are fine.) Please submit one to three songs and/or instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics (if applicable). All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 23, TAXI #S120823DB PLAYFUL INDIE ELECTRO POP ARTISTS/BANDS in the style of Dragonette, Chew Lips, Kids of 88, French Horn Rebellion, etc., needed by Independent Label and Music Publisher who has already signed several TAXI writers. This label has a solid International and US presence and is truly focused on the independent musician! They also have lots of recent placements on major TV networks, Indie films, and Ads. They re interested in artists/bands that have DISTINCTIVE melodies, slightly LEFT OF CENTER lyrics, and a UNIQUE yet ACCESSIBLE vocal style! Be sure your submissions fit within the framework of the referenced artists, yet still have an ORIGINAL sound of their own! All tempos and track lengths accepted. MALE or FEMALE vocals are OK. Be sure to attach your PHOTO/BIO we must have it in order to send your material on to this label! Broadcast quality is needed (or excellent home recordings). Please submit two to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics, PHOTO and BIO. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS ONLY NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, August 28, TAXI #Y120828EP DANCE/ELECTRONICA SONGS in the style of Sebastian Ingrosso, Martin Solveig, Kerli, etc., needed by a worldwide Music Publisher providing music for high profile films and TV networks. He ll be looking for HIGH QUALITY productions that have an ULTRA COOL and FRESH sound similar to the referenced artists. Songs must be HIGH ENERGY, with INFECTIOUS GROOVES, GREAT SONGWRITING, and an OUTSTANDING PRODUCTION. Lyric themes may vary, but should be UNIVERSAL enough to fit with a variety of scenes. Vocal and instrumental performance must be top notch! MALE and FEMALE vocals are welcome. UPTEMPOS ONLY for this pitch! Songs with VOCALS ONLY, no instrumentals. No uncleared samples or profanity. Broadcast quality please (excellent home recordings are okay). Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics if applicable. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, September 6, TAXI #Y120906DA 5

6 President of a Legendary Indie Label with Major Distribution looking for AHEAD OF THE CURVE DUBSTEP ARTISTS in the style of Skrillex, Porter Robinson, Zomboy, Deadmau5, etc., to expand their roster. QUOTING THE PRESIDENT: Skrillex and Deadmau5 rule this genre, and we re looking for Dubstep songs and composers that can compete with those artists to gain attention from DJ s and Dubsteppers! He ll be looking for WORLD CLASS production abilities from artists that stay true to the genre. This company is also looking for a SOLID work ethic so show that you are an active artist out playing clubs and getting press on your own. An established fan base and touring experience are a BIG plus so be sure to include this in your strong, industry friendly BIO. Vocal and Instrumental demo performance must be top notch. Please submit two to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics/photo/bio. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, September 14, TAXI #S120914DS NEW LISTING DUBSTEP ARTISTS in the style of Benga, Katy B, Skream, Midnight Conspiracy, etc., needed by an LA based Music Library that represents several well known acts and is looking for more! They ve recently partnered with a label and Music House specializing in Film/TV and Ad placements, so this is an excellent opportunity to get your music heard! QUOTING THE LIBRARY: We were totally impressed by the first batch of music we got from you and are excited to hear more. They re looking for artists that have a firm grasp on this SUPER POPULAR genre, and material that can easily be used for popular Film/TV placements. THINK: FILTHY BASS DROPS, with a WELL PACED structure, IMPRESSIVE rhythmic intensity, that bumps from start to finish. Remember, your tracks will be used to add energy to a scene, create atmosphere, or evoke a mood, so keep the feel clear and tightly focused. ORIGINAL COMPOSITIONS ONLY! Although this genre is primarily instrumental, they are open to short Male or Female vocal hooks. They offer a non exclusive, 50/50 split deal you keep your original copyrights. You must own or control 100% of your composition and master recording. Broadcast quality is needed (excellent home recordings are fine.) Please submit TWO to THREE instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, September 25, TAXI #Y120925DS Dance/Electronica Listings (continued): NEW LISTING MODERN DANCE SONGS in the style of How We Do (Party) by Rita Ora, The Night Out by Martin Solveig, Put Your Graffiti On Me by Kat Graham, Don t Wake Me Up by Chris Brown, etc., needed by an LA based Music Library that represents several well known acts and is looking for more! They ve recently partnered with a label and Music House specializing in Film/TV and Ad placements, so this is an excellent opportunity to get your music heard! QUOTING THE LIBRARY: We were totally impressed by the first batch of music we got from you and are excited to hear more. Your tracks MUST feature CONTEMPORARY production techniques, and UP TO DATE sounds that are competitive in the Pop market. Songs MUST be vocally strong, lyrically fresh, and have a TONE and STYLE similar to the referenced artists. Be sure your tracks have danceable grooves and memorable melodic hooks that can keep the listener engaged from start to finish. UNIVERSAL lyrics are needed avoid featuring specific names, places or storylines that might conflict with a scene. All tempos are welcome. MALE or FEMALE vocals are OK but please make sure your song is Broadcast Quality (excellent home recordings should be fine). Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs and/or instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, September 27, TAXI #Y120927DA Folk Listings (also see Americana, Blues Listings, etc.): FOLK INSTRUMENTALS Both Contemporary and Traditional ranging from Woody Guthrie, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, to more contemporary acts like Bon Iver, James Vincent McMorrow, Fleet Foxes, etc., needed by a Production Company/Music Library that places music in both Film and TV. Instrumentation and arrangements MUST sound BELIEVABLE and AUTHENTIC they re NOT looking for anything synthetic or MIDI sounding. Keep your instrumentation LIGHT, ACOUSTIC, and ORGANIC. Tempo and Mood may vary, but must be dynamic and able to enhance the energy of a dramatic scene. Excellent performances and recordings are a must. INSTRUMENTALS ONLY! Broadcast Quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine). Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, August 29, TAXI #S120829FI Gospel Listings (also see Country, Contemporary Christian Listings, etc.): HEARTFELT COUNTRY GOSPEL SONGS with MALE VOCALS in the style of Guy Penrod, Jeff and Shari Easter, Gordon Mote needed for a recently Signed Male artist on a Nashville based independent label looking for a breakout HIT! They ll be looking for SINCERE songs that deliver HUGE chorus hooks, MEMORABLE melodies, and PASSIONATE lyrics with a Christian sensibility. LYRICALLY THINK: Inspirational and conversational lyrics that are easy to relate to, something with a strong CHURCH feel, but with the potential for CROSSOVER commercial success. (Check out the referenced artists to get an idea of the lyric style they want to hear.) Musically, they need CLEAR structure and STRONG melodies, with a vocal presence in the vein of the artists referenced. MALE vocals ONLY! Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, August 7, TAXI #S120807CG SOUTHERN GOSPEL SONGS in the style of Gaither Vocal Band, Canton Junction, etc. needed by a WELL RESPECTED Nashville based Publisher for compilation projects. Songs submitted should have HUGE melodic choruses and plenty of vocal harmonies. They re looking for lyric themes that focus on Praising the Lord, thankfulness to God, reconciliation, forgiveness, etc. Instrumentation should be in the general range of the referenced artists. Mid to uptempo songs will be preferable here, but ballads will be considered if the quality is undeniable. Excellent demos are necessary in order to sell the song in the most powerful and effective way. MALE or FEMALE vocals OK. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, August 27, TAXI #Y120827SG Hard to Classify: NEW LISTING ELECTRIC SLIDE/FUNK HIP HOP SONGS with VOCALS in the style of Cha Cha Slide by Mr. C The Slide Man, needed by a successful Music Publisher who s gotten tons of great Film/TV placements for many TAXI members. They re looking for Songs that have DANCEABLE grooves that can work for a line dancing scenario. Be sure your production is CLEAN, CRISP, and CURRENT. Songs submitted MUST be CONTEMPORARY, with SOLID arrangements that utilize CURRENT sounds and production techniques. Vocal performances should be similar to the referenced song. THINK: Explaining the dance moves in a fun and rhythmic way that the listener could easily start dancing to. MID to UPTEMPO only for this one. Vocal and Instrumental presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics (if applicable). All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, September 19, TAXI #Y120919HH Instrumental Listings UPBEAT SOLO PIANO INSTRUMENTALS needed by an Independent Music Library/Publisher for Film/TV placements. They ll accept Ragtime, Classical, Jazz, Contemporary, Inspirational, etc. BUT your instrumental MUST have a FEEL GOOD, LIGHT n CHEERY quality that lifts the spirit NO dreary, moody, 6

7 or introspective tracks. Performances must be confident and convey the mood asked for here. UPTEMPO INSTRUMENTALS ONLY! They are looking for SOLO PIANO ONLY NO additional instrumentation and NO apparent MIDI! Pianos should sound like the real deal and be well recorded. NO vocals! IMPORTANT: This company offers an Exclusive Film/TV publishing deal, so DO NOT submit a track that is exclusively or non exclusively signed to another library! Excellent performances are absolutely necessary. Broadcast quality needed (excellent home recordings are okay). Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 16, TAXI #S120816IN DOWNTEMPO/AMBIENT INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Air, Zero 7, Portishead, Massive Attack, Cafe Del Mar, etc., needed by a Boutique Independent Music Library that specializes in Film/TV. Instrumentals submitted should have an engaging and intellectual quality similar to the referenced artists, with a sound of your own. INNOVATIVE instrumentation, CREATIVE programming skills, and super cool arrangements are a must have for this one! THINK: LAID BACK grooves and melodies that can provide a perfect sophisticated DREAMY/ATMOSPHERIC quality to a scene. NO samples from other artists work MUST be original material. NO fade outs, BUTTON ENDINGS needed for this request. They offer a 50/50 split on sync and performance. Great instrumental performances are essential for this listing. NO VOCALS Instrumentals ONLY! They recently ran this listing through TAXI as listing #Y120718CI and they would like to hear more, so if you submitted to that listing, please send in new songs this time around. All submissions need to be Broadcast Quality (excellent home recordings are fine). You must own or control 100% of your master and composition. Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 16, TAXI #S120816DA ETHEREAL and AMBIENT INSTRUMENTALS needed by an Independent Music Library/Publisher for Film/TV placements. QUOTING THE SOURCE: I need tracks that have an ethereal quality, but don t just sit there. They need to have movement. Percussive elements would be a big plus as well. We recently ran a similar listing #S120503IN, and they d like to hear more, so please send in new material this time around. Do NOT submit World influenced instrumentals; keep your instrumentals DELICATE and HEAVENLY! NO vocals INSTRUMENTALS ONLY. Excellent performances are absolutely necessary. IMPORTANT: This company offers an Exclusive Film/TV publishing deal, so DO NOT submit a track that is exclusively or non exclusively signed to another library! Broadcast quality needed (excellent home recordings are okay). Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, August 20, TAXI #S120820AI Instrumental Listing (continued): DRAMEDY INSTRUMENTALS in the range of Light Drama to Comic Drama, etc., needed by an East Coast Music Library/Publisher for the purpose of Film/TV placements and licensing. This company has signed and placed dozens of TAXI songs. QUOTING THE SOURCE: I need situation drama/comedy instrumentals, not slapstick or quirky. THINK: shows like Entourage or Shameless! IMPORTANT: This company offers an Exclusive Film/TV publishing deal, so DO NOT submit a track that is exclusively or non exclusively signed to another library! Excellent performances are absolutely necessary. Broadcast quality needed (excellent home recordings are okay). Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, August 21, TAXI #Y120821DI HYPNOTIC DUBSTEP INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Skrillex, Zomboy, Rusko, etc., needed by a Boutique Independent Music Library that specializes in Film/TV. They ll be looking for rhythmically impressive instrumentals that pack the INTENSITY and PUNCH listeners of this genre expect to hear. Although Dubstep generally pushes stylistic boundries, be sure your tracks are ACCESSIBLE and suitable for Film/TV. Remember, your music will be used to add energy, atmosphere and emotion to a scene, so keep things FOCUSED, INTRIGUING, and TO THE POINT. Instrumentation, samples, and programming must be top notch! NO samples MUST be original material. NO fade outs, BUTTON ENDINGS needed for this request. They offer a 50/50 split on sync and performance. Great instrumental performances are essential for this listing. NO VOCALS Instrumentals ONLY! Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 23, TAXI #S120823DI UPTEMPO HOUSE/TRANCE INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Swedish House Mafia, Kakade, Afrojack, etc., needed by a Boutique Independent Music Library that specializes in Film/TV. Instrumentals submitted MUST have a DANCABLE, BEAT DRIVEN style, similar to the referenced artists while maintaining a unique sound. Don t let your EXPERIMENTAL elements detract from the forward momentum and overall accessibility of your track! Keep it all FOCUSED and TIGHT! NO samples from other artists work MUST be original material. NO fade outs, BUTTON ENDINGS needed for this request. They offer a 50/50 split on sync and performance. Great instrumental performances are essential for this listing. NO VOCALS Instrumentals ONLY! They recently ran a similar listing through TAXI as listing #Y120716EI and they would like to hear more, so if you submitted to that listing, please send in new songs this time around. All submissions need to be Broadcast Quality (excellent home recordings are fine). You must own or control 100% of your master and composition. Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, August 24, TAXI #S120824HI BALLROOM INSTRUMENTALS in the range of Fox Trot, Waltz, Lindy Hop, etc., needed by an established Music Publisher in L.A. who has secured TONS of Film/TV placements for many TAXI members. QUOTING THE SOURCE: I need original instrumentals only, no vocals or lyrics. I m NOT looking for any Latin type ballroom. Make sure your tracks sound AUTHENTIC and BELIEVABLE. Samples must sound indistinguishable from the real thing. Instrumentals ONLY NO VOCALS. Tempo may vary. Excellent performances are absolutely ESSENTIAL! Broadcast Quality is necessary (excellent home recordings will be okay). They offer a non exclusive, 50/50 split deal you keep your original copyrights. Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, September 3, TAXI #Y120903IN TRADITIONAL COUNTRY INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Hanks Williams, Buck Owens, Lefty Frizzell, Loretta Lynn, etc., needed by a Production Company/Music Library to pitch for Film and TV placements. Mood can range from HEARTFELT and HONEST, to LIVELY and FUN. Be sure your performances are TOP NOTCH and your arrangements and instrumentation sound AUTHENTIC and BELIEVABLE. Make sure your instrumental sounds are within the traditional country style NO distortion or rock riffs! NO VOCALS Instrumentals ONLY! Broadcast Quality is needed (excellent sounding home recordings are fine). Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, September 4, TAXI #S120904CI ORIGINAL CLASSICAL INSTRUMENTALS needed by the President/CEO of a Sports Training Music Website. QUOTING THE SOURCE: I ll be looking for tracks that are fully orchestrated, NO solo piano or violin. Ideally, having the instrumental to a steady drum beat or dance type beat would help. He is still looking for Classical sounding instrumentals so be sure NOT to submit anything that could be confused for World music. Be sure your tracks FLOW and are FORWARD MOVING, NOT sparse or too Avant garde. NO Fadeouts, BUTTON ENDINGS ONLY. Recording and instrumental demo presentation must be topnotch! The compensation for usage of your music is 15 cents per download and your profile/link on their site. Broadcast quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). Please submit one to three instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, September 5, TAXI #Y120905IN RAP/HIP HOP INSTRUMENTALS Old School to Contemporary needed by a Production Company/Music Library to pitch for Film and TV placements. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We re looking for promising composers who can create really great Hip Hop instrumentals that have either a throwback or current sound. Whether you re going for an old school or new school sound, be sure your tracks sound AUTHENTIC. Use variety and creative transitions to develop 7