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1 INDUSTRY LISTINGS *****************************************UPDATED 7/15/2012******************************************* TAXI, 5010 N. Parkway Calabasas, Suite 200, Calabasas, CA Please call if you have problems or questions *************************************************************************************************************** Thank You Craig! Dear Passengers, About six years ago, a bright eyed, eager young man who had just graduated from Berklee School of Music interviewed with me for a junior staff position at TAXI. I hired him that day. Craig Streaman had a belly full of fire, and was blazing fast in learning everything about this company. He quickly rose through the ranks, and for the last many years has been my right arm and left lung. To say that his contributions to TAXI have been numerous would be a gross understatement. It s bittersweet for me to let you know that Craig is moving on to do search engine optimization (and other tech/marketing) work for a company that brokers empty seats on private jets. It s bittersweet because I am truly sad to see Craig leave, but extremely proud to see him take skills that he learned at here, and use them in his new work life. I personally feel like parents do when they drop their kids off at college for the first time. Emotionally, I feel like I m in the car, driving away, looking in the rearview mirror and seeing my kid walk into the dorm to start his new life. Craig s work here has affected the lives and successes of so many TAXI members that I want to thank him publicly for all that he s done, not just for us, but for you. You ve been great Craig, and I will always be grateful. You are one of the select few who I think will always remain part of the TAXI family. Fare thee well my friend. I hope you can always look back on your time and experience with TAXI and smile. You will be missed! With gratitude, Michael The W or ld s Lea ding In depe nden t A & R C om pa ny 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 SUCCESSFUL FILM & TV MUSIC LICENSING COMPANY needs CONTEMPORARY INDIE ROCK and INDIE POP SONGS to pitch to a TOP CABLE TV SERIES. Quoting the agent, I m looking for GREAT SONGS by HIPSTER style INDIE bands that sound CURRENT and MODERN. The NOW sound. The types of SONGS featured on Pitchfork.com, KCRW.com, hip music blogs (e.g., Gorilla Vs. Bear, My Old Kentucky Blog, Aquarium Drunkard), and Sirius XMU. MID to UPTEMPO SONGS are preferred. MALE and FEMALE vocals are BOTH welcome. Quoting the agent again, The main thing is: ULTRA HIP. Williamsburg indie. Silverlake indie. And everything between. The key here is nailing the CURRENT and CONTEMPORARY INDIE sound with an amazing performance of a GREAT original SONG. Lyrics must be PG rated and relatively general, broad and universal. Avoid specific names of people and brands/products. Your SONG should be a minimum of two minutes long. Full artist style pieces are needed, NOT jingles or library music. Instrumentation must sound NATURAL and AUTHENTIC. As always, do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artist or their music in any way, shape, or form! NO SAMPLES of other SONGS or artists can be incorporated into your track. You must own or control 100% of the Master and Composition rights to submit for this listing. The estimated upfront fee for this project will be $1,000 $2,000 total. This is a non exclusive deal where the company re titles the song and takes 50% of any upfront licensing fee and 50% of the publishing. You keep your original copyrights! Broadcast Quality is needed (excellent home recordings are fine). Please submit one to three songs online. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS by the OWNER OF THE COMPANY HERSELF. ALL submissions must be received no later than by Monday, July 16, 2012, 12:30PM PDT. TAXI #U120716IR ALT/ELECTRONIC ROCK BANDS in the style of Garbage, Smashing Pumpkins ( Machina album), Angelfish (self titled album), etc., needed by a PROMINENT Indie Label with an incredible track record. QUOTING THE SOURCE: This listing is NOT for club oriented Dance music but something that is more mainstream and Rock radio friendly. Production needs to sound amazing, totally modern, and competitive with what you hear on the radio and pay to see live. Your songs MUST rock with TASTEFUL electronic undertones similar to the referenced bands, while remaining contemporary and original. Think: COMPELLING lyrics, 1

2 SOLID musicianship, and BIG chorus hooks. SONGS, IMAGE, and WORK ETHIC must be at the highest level. NO Instrumentals. Vocal and Instrumental demo presentation MUST be top notch! A notable touring, sales (merch & CDs) and Internet presence are definitely preferred. 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 Tuesday, July 17, TAXI #S120717ER UPTEMPO INDIE ROCK songs are needed by an A LIST HOLLYWOOD MUSIC LICENSING COMPANY actively licensing songs to film and TV projects. They want STYLISH and CONTEMPORARY INDIE ROCK songs with a bit of a THROWBACK vibe a la King Khan & The Shrines Take a Little Bit or Pop Levi Sugar Assault Me Now Songs should be BRASH, LIVELY and have lots of SWAGGER. MALE vocals are preferred but exceptional FEMALE vocals will be considered. Songs must live in the contemporary INDIE ROCK scene but current songs informed or inspired by the late 50 s and early 60 s Yé Yé scene would be a huge plus. It is essential that the song is driven by guitar with real, live drums. All instruments MUST sound real and authentic. As always, DO NOT rip off the referenced artist in any way, shape or form! Use them ONLY as a guide for tempo, texture, tone, and overall vibe. Please make sure your lyrics are suitable for broadcast. Please submit one to three songs online. All submissions will be screened by a person Hand Picked by the listing company on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, July 18, TAXI #Y120718IR CONTEMPORARY INDIE POP/ELECTRO POP ARTISTS/BANDS needed by a BIG Indie Label with an incredible track record. QUOTING THE SOURCE: There is a growing market for Indie Pop/Electronica artists, not Pop in the Cheap Trick sense but Electronic Influenced acts like Grimes, Charlie XCX, Purity Ring, Neon Indian, Gorillaz, and Awolnation. This label is looking for Artists/Bands with INTERESTING, INNOVATIVE, and UNIQUE ways of expressing themselves musically. Your submissions MUST have MEMORABLE melodies, OBVIOUS lyric hooks, and, above all, they must STAND OUT in this fast growing contemporary genre. Make sure to include any fan base or touring history in your BIO. We recently ran this as listing S120528IP, and the company wants to hear more! So if you submitted to that listing, send new material this time around. Vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! MALE and FEMALE vocals are okay. Please submit two to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics and photo/bio. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, July 23, TAXI #S120723IP INDIE POP/ROCK ARTISTS (with melodic Electronic elements) in the style of Geographer, Phantogram, School of Seven Bells, etc., needed by the Director of A&R at a well established Independent Label. The artists on this label s roster all have a unique and eclectic style while still delivering plenty of commercial appeal! They ll be looking for artists who have a UNIQUE and ORIGINAL style in the vein of the referenced artists, but clearly have their own sound. QUOTING THE SOURCE: Keep the Ambient elements, but add energy. I m not looking for tracks that just sit there. THINK: A sound that is FULL of ENERGY, has TASTEFUL percussion, and current sounding electronic elements similar to the style of the referenced artists. A well developed, ORIGINAL VOCAL STYLE is a must have and the same goes for lyrics! Please include in your BIO with what you re doing to promote yourself or your band via the Internet, live gigs, plus any radio airplay or television placements you ve had. Your vocal and instrumental demo presentation must be top notch! Please submit two to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics, photo, and bio. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, July 26, TAXI #S120726IP AAA/ Alternative /Modern Rock Listings (continued): INDIE POP/ROCK SONGS and INSTRUMENTALS (with an Electro Pop feel) in the style of Lykke Li, Ellie Goulding, Little Boots, Santigold, etc., needed by a Music Licensing company that has had placements in Film/TV and Commercials. They re looking for HOOKY tracks that have a PLAYFUL, DANCEABLE, and MELODIC Indie sound, similar to the referenced artists, while remaining completely ORIGINAL. If you are submitting songs, be SURE your vocal performances are STRONG, with lyrics that are CLEVER and WELL WRITTEN. Instrumentation and vocal performances must be top notch! All tempos acceptable but Mid and Uptempos will SHINE! Broadcast quality only (good home recordings are fine). You must own 100% of your master recording and composition. Please submit one to three songs and/or instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics (if applicable). All submissions will be screened by a TAXI screener hand picked by the company on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 2, TAXI #Y120802PR NEW LISTING 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 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 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 NEW LISTING 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 NEW LISTING 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 (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 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 NEW LISTING ENERGETIC 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 2

3 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 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 Adult Contemporary Listings (also see Pop listings, etc.): TENDER ADULT CONTEMPORARY SONGS with MALE VOCALS in the style of Bruce Hornsby, Bryan Adams, etc., needed for a recently Signed Male Artist on an Independent Label looking for a breakout HIT! Songs submitted MUST have a CREATIVE lyric theme, SOLID song structure, and MEMORABLE chorus hooks! This male artist is an accomplished piano player, so it s a plus if you feature this instrument but not necessary. Piano or Acoustic guitar driven songs will both work here. Be sure your song is structurally WELL DEVELOPED, with POWERFUL MELODIC HOOKSand DYNAMICS that sustain interest throughout LYRICALLY THINK: SENTIMENTAL, NOSTALGIC, SWEET lyrics that tell a story. QUOTING THE SOURCE: Lyrics shouldn t be overtly Christian or Praise & Worship but must be PG and family friendly. Remember, they re looking for a HIT that can reach out to a wide audience so CROSSOVER potential is very important! Avoid clichés and give your lyric themes a fresh coat of paint! Vocal and Instrumental 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 Wednesday, August 8, TAXI #S120808AC Adult Contemporary Listings (continued): NEW LISTING PASSIONATE ADULT CONTEMPORARY SONGS (with a Pop feel) in the style of Adele, Train, Kelly Clarkson, etc., needed by a worldwide Music Publisher providing music for high profile films and TV networks. He ll be looking for FRESH, CONTEMPORARY MELODIES, with MEMORABLE lyric hooks, and VIVID lyric imagery. Songs MUST have a PERSONAL, HONEST, and COMPELLING vibe that will set the mood for a scene. Your instrumentation MUST sound CURRENT and fit within the style of the referenced artists. Lyrics must be Universal don't get too specific with names, locations, etc. Vocal and instrumental performances must be top notch! MALE or FEMALE vocals are OK. All tempos accepted. NO INSTRUMENTALS songs with vocals ONLY! All submissions need to be Broadcast Quality (excellent home recordings are fine). You must own or control 100% of the Master and Composition rights. 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 on a YES/NO BASIS by the owner of the company NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, August 9, TAXI #Y120809AC Americana/Alt Country/Folk Listings AMERICANA ARTISTS/BANDS in the style of Head and the Heart, Civil Wars, Beachwood Sparks, etc., wanted by a very credible and well respected Independent label with solid distribution both nationally and internationally. QUOTING THE SOURCE: We re looking for artists/bands that mix rustic or rural sounding Roots music influences with the contemporary edginess of Indie/Alt rock. Your submissions need to capture the INTIMATE and REFLECTIVE sound of the referenced artists while bringing an original sound of your own. A strongly developed vocal signature and songwriting style are MUST HAVES for this company so be sure the songs you submit reflect that. MALE or FEMALE vocals OK. This label is looking for artists who project a Hip and Contemporary visual aesthetic, so you must include a Photo plus a Bio with touring, CD sales and fan base info. Please submit two to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics/photo and bio. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by a representative of the company, and must be received no later than Monday, July 16, TAXI #S120716AM AMERICANA/BLUES with an R&B feel in the style of Alison Krauss, Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Nicks, Norah Jones latest CD, etc., needed by a two time Grammy nominated producer working on the 2nd album for a Female artist looking for a Radio/Video single. Songs submitted MUST have a lived through this lyric theme, which is full of PASSION and CONFIDENCE. QUOTING THE PRODUCER: This artist is looking to shoot her next video, so a super strong single is what we are after. That being said, a perfect demo isn t what we re after here the substance of the song is what s really important. The lyrics and story are just as important as the groove. Strong duets could possibly work as well. The producer tells us Male or Female vocals will work for your demo. 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, July 25, TAXI #S120725AB INDIE FOLK/AMERICANA ARTISTS in the style of Neutral Milk Hotel, Andrew Bird, First Aid Kit, etc., needed by the Director of A&R at a well established Independent Label. The artists on this label s roster all have a unique and eclectic style while still delivering plenty of commercial appeal! Your submissions need to have an INTIMATE and ON THE FARM feel that can easily translate to a wider indie audience. Instrumentation should be typical of the genre (i.e. Acoustic guitars, banjo, lap steel, etc.) A DISTINCT vocal signature and lyrics that are INTELLIGENT and WELL THOUGHT OUT are important, so be sure your songs reflect that. MALE or FEMALE vocals OK. They re looking for a Hip and Contemporary visual aesthetic, so you must include a Photo plus a Bio with touring, CD sales and fan base info. Please submit two to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics, photo, and bio. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, July 30, TAXI #S120730IF NEW LISTING 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 Blues Listings NEW LISTING BLUES SONGS in the style of the Laith Al Saadi, Tommy Castro, Tinsley Ellis, Debbie Davies, etc., needed by the PRESIDENT of a 3

4 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.): NEW LISTING CHRISTIAN COUNTRY SONGS (with overt Christian lyrics) in the style of Hunter Erwin, Susie McEntire Luchsinger, Danny Ray Harris, etc., for a Nashville based Independent Label with a Publishing arm. Songs submitted should be INSPIRATIONAL, with a SOLID story as the foundation. They re looking for songs that have a STRONG Christian message, NOT Mainstream/Pop crossover songs. Themes can range from your relationship with God, Salvation, Thankfulness to God, reconciliation, and forgiveness, etc. Be sure to provide a fresh angle on your theme; make listeners hear it as if for the first time. POWERFUL lyric HOOKS, BIG CHORUSES, and a SOLID STRUCTURE, are all needed for this listing. MALE or FEMALE vocals OK. All tempos will be considered but be sure your melody and lyric style are commercially competitive in the Christian Country market. Excellent demos are necessary in order to pitch your song in the most powerful and effective way. Vocal and Instrumental 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 9, TAXI #S120809CC 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.): PLAYFUL, UPTEMPO COUNTRY POP SONGS in the range of Taylor Swift, Kellie Pickler, Carrie Underwood, Ashton Shepard, etc., needed by the OWNER of an Indie Label looking for a BREAKOUT SINGLE for a newly signed young Country Trio. Songs submitted should have STRONG melodic sensibility, MEMORABLE lyrics, and share the current Pop Country appeal of the referenced artists. QUOTING THE SOURCE: Lyrics must be age appropriate no drinking, no lost love. The girls are in their early teens and the songs need to reflect that. Also, we re not looking for Gospel or Christian themes. Songs MUST have BIG melodic chorus hooks, with a cohesive structure, and youth oriented lyrics that are HAPPY and FUN. UPTEMPO preferred, NO ballads. FEMALE vocals ONLY! Harmonies welcome! 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, July 17, TAXI #S120717CP CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY SONGS with FEMALE VOCALS in the style of Trisha Yearwood, Sara Evans, Faith Hill, etc., needed by a boutique Music Publisher to pitch to an ICONIC Female artist. QUOTING THE COMPANY: We need competitive tracks that scream radio. Lyric themes should be positive and fresh, please stay away from revenge against an ex type tracks. Your submissions must be CONTEMPORARY with RADIO FRIENDLY hooks and choruses, a SOLID structure, with well thought out lyric themes. FEMALE VOCALS ONLY! Mid to Uptempos are preferred ballads must be killer! The bar is extremely high so we ll need to be quite selective. All publishing must be available. They offer a song agreement with a two year reversion clause. Vocal and instrumental demo presentations need to 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, July 19, TAXI #S120719CO NEW LISTING A LIST MUSIC SUPERVISOR NEEDS CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY SONGS in the style of Sugarland, Scotty McCreery, Taylor Swift, and Keith Urban, etc, for a Popular returning television series. This Music Supervisor uses LOTS of music, averaging 7 10 songs per episode! The key to this listing is a MODERN CONTEMPORARY SOUND in the vein of the chart topping artists mentioned above. This listing is looking for GREAT SONGS with STRONG HOOKS, and a MODERN CONTEMPORARY SOUND. The bar is HIGH, so submit your best work, featuring contemporary Country song lyrics, melody, and production. This supervisor needs songs that can add energy, mood, or atmosphere to a scene. Lyrics should be UNIVERSAL avoid featuring a name, place, or specific, detailed storyline that might conflict with a scene. MALE and FEMALE vocals and all tempos are acceptable. NO Instrumentals! Production must be top notch with solid arrangements. You must own or control 100% of the rights to the song AND MASTER RECORDING. (Songs recorded under the Musician s Union Demo Contract will not work for this listing.) This is direct to the music supervisor so you will KEEP 100% of the income. Broadcast quality is 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 ONLY by a person handpicked by the music supervisor NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, August 3, TAXI #Y120803CO NEW LISTING CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY SONGS a la Eric Church, Blake Shelton, Miranda Lambert, The Band Perry, etc., needed by the PRESIDENT of a VERY Successful Music Publishing Company/Music Library. Moods can range from UPLIFTING, WARM, PLAYFUL, to REFLECTIVE. He ll be looking for songs that can add emotion, energy, or atmosphere when put to picture. Be sure your LYRICS and THEMES are RELATABLE and UNIVERSAL. 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 Friday, August 10, TAXI #S120810CO 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 Dance/Electronic Listings AMBIENT ELECTRONICA ARTISTS/GROUPS in the style of Honeyroot to Leo Abrahams, etc., needed by the Manager a PROMINENT London based Indie label looking to expand their roster. They ll be looking for artists with a LUSH and INVENTIVE sound. Aim for the feel and vibe of the referenced artists, while establishing your own signature sound. Your songs MUST be beautifully crafted and fit within the Electronica umbrella, (i.e. Downtempo, Chillout, Lounge, etc.) Songs/instrumentals submitted MUST be DREAMY, CALMING, and INTROSPECTIVE. NO SAMPLES from other artists recordings Material MUST be ORIGINAL. MALE or FEMALE Vocals or vocal embellishments will work, but NOT required. This is the Label s first round of listings with TAXI and they re ONLY looking for the best! Be sure your demo presentation is top notch and competitive in the genre. An established fan base and touring experience are a BIG plus so 4

5 include this in your strong, industry friendly BIO. Instrumental demo performance must be top notch. Please submit two to three songs per CD or online, include lyrics, photo, and bio. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, July 27, TAXI #S120727EL INVENTIVE INDIE ELECTRONICA ARTISTS in the Zola Jesus, Frankie Rose, etc., needed by LEGENDARY Indie Label with Major Distribution looking to expand their roster. QUOTING THE LABEL: We re looking for amazing artists that have incredibly accessible songs, with an obvious star quality. We re NOT looking for 15 minute remix tracks with a 4 minute intro. Think the type of artist you might hear on the radio or pay to go see live. THINK: Atmospheric, brooding, and intimate. Songs submitted MUST have instantly memorable melodies, with HUGE lyric hooks, and tons of mainstream appeal. Your production is equally important, so be sure your demo presentation is top notch and competitive in the genre. MALE or FEMALE vocals are OK. 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 Tuesday, July 31, TAXI #S120731EL ELECTRO DANCE SONGS with VOCALS or INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Justice, MSTRKRFT, DJ Mehdi, Mr. Flash, etc., needed by an LA based Indie Label looking to expand their roster. Songs submitted MUST be CONTEMPORARY, with SOLID arrangements that utilize CURRENT sounds and production techniques. If you do submit a song with vocals, be SURE they re reminiscent of the type of vocals you d hear in this genre. Moods and tempos can vary so long as your electronic grooves remain infectiously danceable with potent, WELL DEFINED hooks. CUTTING EDGE production is essential for this request! NO samples from other artist s recordings MUST be ALL original material. MOOD, STYLE, and TEMPO may vary but MUST remain CURRENT and COMPETITIVE in this genre. Instrumental presentation must be top notch! 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 7, TAXI #S120807ED Dance/Electronic Listings (continued): TRIP HOP SONGS and INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Massive Attack, Kerli, Portishead, Tricky, etc., needed by a Music Licensing company that has had placements in Film/TV and Commercials. They ll be looking for songs and/or instrumentals with a HIP, CURRENT sound that can add atmosphere, energy, or mood to picture. Tracks submitted MUST have INNOVATIVE instrumentation, INVENTIVE programming techniques, and an overall AHEAD OF THE CURVE sound. If you do submit songs, be sure your vocal performances are SPOT ON, with compelling lyric themes. MALE or FEMALE vocals will work for this one! All tempos accepted, but DOWN to MIDS will work best! You must own 100% of your master recording and composition. Broadcast quality is needed (excellent sounding 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 on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Friday, August 10, TAXI #Y120810TH HOUSE SONGS with a REGGAETON INFLUENCE (Moombahton) in the style of Dillon Francis, needed by an LA based Indie Label looking for material for a compilation project. This genre is a FUSION of House and Reggaeton and is generally within the BPM range of Make sure your submissions have HEAVY percussive elements, THICK basslines, and DRAMATIC buildups. Your tracks must have a Latin roots feel combined with a CONTEMPORARY Urban/Dance sound. THINK: Tracks that have a two step pulse! Clearly we don t expect tons of submissions for this listing, so this might be a great opportunity to create a track that could work! Be sure to check out the referenced artist! Instrumentals or songs with vocals could work for this one! NO samples from other artists recordings MUST be original material. Instrumental presentation must be top notch! Please submit one to three instrumentals and/or 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 Tuesday, August 14, TAXI #Y120814MO NEW LISTING 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 NEW LISTING 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 Folk Listings (also see Americana, Blues Listings, etc.): AUTHENTIC FOLK SONGS (recorded prior to 1975) in the style of Crosby, Stills & Nash, Bob Dylan etc., needed by a Highly Successful Publisher of PERIOD Music for FILM & TV Licensing. This company has been a HUGE go to publisher for some SUPER POULAR TV shows and they get TONS of AWESOME placements! Several TAXI members have recently signed deals in the $10,000 Plus range!!! IMPORTANT: They are NOT looking for newly recorded tracks that made to sound old. They will ONLY take SONGS that were actually recorded back in the day and have copyright dates that prove it (1975 or earlier)! Your name (not your friend s name) needs to be on the copyright! This is a GREAT opportunity to dust off those old masters that you never thought would see the light of day! TAXI TIP: Just because they re looking for OLD ish music, doesn t mean they re interested in mediocre material. Their bar is still high! 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 Thursday, August 2, TAXI #Y120802FO 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 5

6 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 Instrumental Listings EXPERIMENTAL ELECTRONICA INSTRUMENTALS in the range of Kraftwerk, MSTRKRFT, Crystal Castles, etc., needed be a Boutique Independent Music Library that specializes in Film/TV. Instrumentals submitted MUST have a DANCEABLE, BEAT DRIVEN quality. Don t let your EXPERIMENTAL elements detract from the forward momentum and overall appeal 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! 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 on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, July 16, TAXI #Y120716EI Instrumental Listings (continued): CHILLOUT/AMBIENT INSTRUMENTALS in the specific style of Tosca to Thievery Corporation, etc., needed by the President of a Sports Training Company looking for songs to add to their library. Tempo range between 60 and 160 BPM. INSTRUMENTALS ONLY. He specifically stated that all tracks must be recorded with a steady beat (to a metronome or click). Be sure your track has a CURRENT, MODERN sound and a consistent rhythm to accompany and motivate a physical work out! Make sure your submissions are INNOVATIVE, with interesting PROGRAMMING and ARRANGING. INSTRUMENTALS ONLY, No vocals. 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 and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Tuesday, July 17, TAXI #S120717AI CHILLOUT INSTRUMENTALS in the style of Moon Safari by Air, Zero 7, Blockhead, etc., needed by boutique independent music library that specializes in Film/TV. Instrumentals submitted MUST have an engaging and intellectual quality similar to the referenced artists. 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! 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 on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Wednesday, July 18, TAXI #Y120718CI CINEMATIC TRAILER STYLE INSTRUMENTALS are needed by a Boutique Independent Music Library that specializes in Film/TV. QUOTING THE SOURCE: The Welsh group Hybrid have a track called Empire which is a sound we have been chasing for a while. Also in a similar vein but more subdued would be tracks like Utopia and similar tracks off the same album from British band GoldFrapp. That being said, the tempo is open but should have a similar CINEMATIC QUALITY and MOOD/VIBE as the referenced tracks. As always, DO NOT copy or rip off the referenced tracks in any way, shape or form! Use them ONLY as a GUIDE for general tempo, texture, and mood. 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! 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 on a YES/NO BASIS NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, July 19, TAXI #Y120719IN NEW LISTING PARTY ROCK INSTRUMENTALS in the style of LMFAO, needed by a Music Production Company for a new high profile entertainment show. Tracks submitted MUST be in keeping with the artist referenced, while showcasing your CURRENT production/programming skills, STRONG composition, and SOLID recording techniques. As always, DO NOT copy or rip off the referenced artist. Use them only as a guide for production STYLE, TEMPO, and MOOD. They ve asked that you keep your instrumentals around 2 minutes in length. IMPORTANT QUOTING THE SOURCE: I m not looking for one off placements from composers but consistent writers. No matter how great the instrumental might be I will not do a deal for 1 song. I ll consider 5 tracks, but 10 would be preferred. That being said, obviously you won t have to submit 5 to 10 tracks for this listing but must have the catalogue and work ethic to back it up. If you don t have an extensive list of credits, it s okay... but be sure to attach your Bio and include anything that might show your ability to turn around material quickly and professionally. EXCELLENT performances are ESSENTIAL and broadcast quality is needed for this one. Please submit THREE instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a YES/NO BASIS ONLY NO CRITIQUES FROM TAXI and must be received no later than Thursday, July 26, TAXI #Y120726IN NEW LISTING TECHNO/HOUSE/TRANCE PRODUCER/COMPOSERS in the style of Swedish House Mafia, Kaskade, Benny Benassi, Deep Dish, Etc., needed by a Music Production Company for a high profile entertainment news show. They re looking for FUN, UPLIFTING, UPTEMPO INSTRUMENTALS only! Tracks submitted MUST be in keeping with the artists referenced while showcasing your CURRENT production/programming skills, STRONG composition, and SOLID recording techniques. As always, DO NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists. Use them only as a guide for production STYLE, TEMPO, and MOOD. They ve asked that you keep your instrumentals around 2 minutes in length. IMPORTANT QUOTING THE SOURCE: I m not looking for one off placements from composers but consistent writers. No matter how great the instrumental might be I will not do a deal for 1 song. I ll consider 5 tracks, but 10 would be preferred. That being said, obviously you won t have to submit 5 to 10 tracks for this listing but must have the catalogue and work ethic to back it up. If you don t have an extensive list of credits, it s okay... but be sure to attach your Bio and include anything that might show your ability to turn around material quickly and professionally. EXCELLENT performances are ESSENTIAL and broadcast quality is needed for this one. Please submit THREE instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than Monday, July 30, TAXI #S120730DI DRAMATIC NEWS INSTRUMENTAL CUES needed by a Film/TV Publisher for placement in News programs. THINK: shows such as 60 Minutes, 48 Hours, Extra, etc. They ve placed music in shows on HBO, ABC, NBC, FX, the Discovery Channel, the Sundance Film Channel, and the Learning Channel, as well as in films The recommended length for these cues is :60 to 3:00. They asked us to be extra selective when screening for this project. This company offers a standard publishing contract, where they assume the publishing rights to the track and the composer keeps the writer s share of the income/royalties. License fees are split with the composer on a per project basis. Broadcast quality needed [excellent home recordings are OK]. 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 2, TAXI #S120802IC 6