For number 57 on our countdown to NAMM 2016 we wanted to feature The John Lennon Songwriting Contest which will be awarding 2 slots for Sonicbids artists. The John Lennon Songwriting Contest and the 2016 NAMM Show is accepting applications through the Sonicbids platform. Sonicbids provides a suite of tools and resources that connects promoters, venue owners and musicians with great music opportunities all over the world.
The John Lennon Songwriting Contest will be reserving 2 slots for Sonicbids artists at the 2016 NAMM Show. The 2 winners will receive an extensive prize package including over $12,000 worth of gear and all access passes to the 2016 NAMM Show.
The Band
- Contest is open to range of genres including Rock, Country, Jazz, Pop, World, R&B, Gospel/Inspiration, Latin, Electronic, Folk, Children’s Music, Hip-Hop
The Gig
Details:
- Artists responsible for travel, lodging, expenses
- All sets are 40 minutes
- Sound equipment (mics, PAs, monitors) is supplied
- Backline (drum kit, amps) is provided
Two selected artists will each receive:
- NAMM Show performance slot on the main stage in the Grand Plaza
- NAMM Artist Badges
- Professional live music video recording of performance courtesy of the Lennon Bus
- Audio-Technica System 10 Stack-mount Digital Wireless System
- 200 12” Vinyl Pressing with Full-color Euro Jackets from Disc Makers
- Epiphone Casino guitar & case
- Genelec M030 Active Monitors
- Mackie Mix12FX Mixer
- Neutrik custom cable and connectors
- Other World Computing (OWC) Mercury On The Go Portable 1TB hard drive
- Propellerhead Reason
- Yamaha YPG-235 Keyboard & SKD2 Survival Kit
- ZVEX Effects Woolly Mammoth Vexter pedal
For more details visit: https://www.sonicbids.com/find-gigs/the-john-lennon-songwriting-contest-and-the-2016-namm-show/. Apply by December 13th!
NOTE: NAMM is an industry only event, see if you qualify for NAMM membership at https://www.namm.org/membership
For more details on NAMM 2016, visit their website at https://www.namm.org/thenammshow/2016
About The NAMM Foundation
The NAMM Foundation is a nonprofit organization funded in part by the National Association of Music Merchants and its 9,900 members. The Foundations mission is to advance active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving and public service programs. For more information about the NAMM Foundation, please visit www.nammfoundation.org.
Stay tuned as we countdown to NAMM 2016!
Location & Hours
Anaheim Convention Center
800 West Katella Avenue
Anaheim, CA 92802
| Thursday, January 21 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. |
| Friday, January 22 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. |
| Saturday, January 23 | 10 a.m.–6 p.m. |
| Sunday, January 24 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. |
*Hall E and Levels 2 & 3 open at 9:30 a.m.
Stay tuned as we countdown to NAMM 2016!
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