TURN OFF MUSIC

ACCEPTING ENTRIES FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD!

3 WAYS TO ENTER:

1. SEND IT ALL THROUGH U.S. MAIL

ENTRY FORM
PRINTABLE PDF
[INCLUDES RULES]

DEADLINE 9-30-06

2. OR PAY ONLINE WITH PAYPAL AND MAIL YOUR SONG VIA U.S. MAIL

$20

Songwriter Name[s]
Song Title[s]

 

3. OR PAY AND SUBMIT ENTRY ONLINE THROUGH SONICBIDS
[MUST BE A MEMBER OR JOIN]

 

10 THINGS TO DO WITH A REMIX:

1. Sell it as a digital download. [We can tell you how.]

2. Add it as a “bonus track” on your next CD.

3. Post it on your website as a “free goody” for those who join your mailing list.

4. Pitch your song to more opportunities in a new genre.

5. Give it to DJs for use at local venues for more exposure.

6. Find a new audience for your music.

7. Submit to dance format radio stations for potential airplay.

8. Use it as an incentive “free digital gift” for those who buy your regular CD on your site.

9. Submit it to ad agencies and music editors for TV and movie licensing possibilities. [Could be big money if they use it.]

10. Close the drapes and dance naked to your own magnificent sound!

“WIN A REMIX” SONG CONTEST F.A.Q.

1. WHAT IS A REMIX? A remix is when a song that has already been recorded in the studio is completely reinvented, except for the actual vocal recording and possibly some instrumental elements of the original version. The solo vocal track is taken and the instrumental music bed under the vocal is rebuilt using a more synth and electronic based approach, often with reharmonization and structural editing of the song.

2. WHY WOULD I WANT A REMIX? See the “10 Things to do with a Remix” list above. It could be an extremely useful tool for marketing an artist and possibly generating extra income.

3. WHAT MAKES A SONG “WORKABLE” FOR A REMIX? TEMPO is key. Avoid sending in a song that is in the 80 to 95 beats per minute range. It either needs to be slow enough to go double time with the beat, or fast enough to work the tempo into a remix range. A ballad can often make a great remix unless there are several tempo changes etc. The LYRIC should be of a topic nature which would seem appropriate in this musical setting. Also, we need a good sounding vocal performance and recording, singing on pitch is essential.

4. CAN I SUBMIT A RECORDING THAT IS JUST PIANO OR GUITAR AND VOCAL? Absolutely, as long as there is a good vocal performance and recording, and we can get a sense of the original version of the song, that’s all that matters. Of course, a fully produced track is just fine too.

5. WHY CAN’T I SUBMIT MY SONG ONLINE THROUGH WINAREMIX.COM? We are under contract with Sonicbids.com to only accept online submissions through them. If you would like to join Sonicbids.com and enter this contest through them, they will give you a special rate to join.

6. IF I WIN, WILL I HAVE A SAY IN WHAT THE REMIX SOUNDS LIKE? Absolutely. Worldwide Groove Corporation will talk to you about their ideas for your song and you can help decide which direction it should go. They will treat you like a regular client.

7. WHAT MUSICAL STYLES ARE YOU ACCEPTING? Pretty much any musical style could be turned into a dance remix since it’s only the vocal track that will be used, most likely. Children’s songs may not be the best. It’s more about having a lyric which would seem appropriate and a vocal track that would sound professional [in tune etc.] in a remix setting. Just remember to pay attention to the tempo restrictions.

ACCEPTING ENTRIES FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD!

“WIN A REMIX” SONG CONTEST RULES

1. Song must be your original work. Songs may have multiple co-writers, but prize will be awarded only to the first writer named on the application. Contestant may submit as many songs as they wish, but each entry requires a separate CD, entry form, and lyric sheets, or a separate online submission through Sonicbids. One check or money order, credit card payment, or Paypal transaction for multiple entries/categories is acceptable through snail mail, but you must pay one entry fee for each song submitted. (Entrance fee is nonrefundable. “Win A Remix” Song Contest is not responsible for late, lost, damaged, misdirected, postage due, stolen, or misappropriated entries.)

2. Definition of Prize: Winner will receive one fully produced remix of the song entered into this contest. Winner will provide WGC with solo vocal performance file on audio CD or, aiff, or wav format. Vocal file should be edited and tuned, with no delay or reverb effects. Upon receipt of this file, WGC will produce remixed track in a timely manner excepting other large projects on WGC’s roster. WGC will work in cooperation with winner to ensure that the winner is pleased with final product.

3. Winner assumes all ownership of remix. Winner may sell, distribute, or give away remixed track in any way they choose. Winner will always give Worldwide Groove Corporation proper production credit where appropriate.

4. Contest is open to amateur and professional songwriters who have earned less than $5,000 in song royalties in 2005. Employees of Worldwide Groove Corporation,and their immediate families are not eligible.

5. Vocal performance does not necessarily need to be that of the actual songwriter, but remix will be done with the vocal performance of the submitted track.

6. Winner will be notified by mail, phone, email or through Sonicbids, and must sign and return an affidavit of eligibility/recording rights/publicity release within 14 days of notification date. The affidavit will state that winner's song is original work and the winner holds all rights to song. Failure to sign and return such affidavit within 14 days, or provision of false/inaccurate information therein will result in immediate disqualification and an alternate winner will be selected. Affidavits of winners under 18 years of age at time of award must be countersigned by parent or legal guardian. Affidavits subject to verification by Worldwide Groove Corporation and its agents. Entry constitutes permission to digitally distribute songs, and to use winner’s names, likenesses, and voices for future advertising and publicity purposes without additional compensation.

7. All songs submitted will be judged based on whether the producers believe it would successfully translate into a remix genre. Factors considered will be lyric, tempo, melody and vocal performance and recording quality. All songs deemed “workable” will be then entered into a lottery and winner will be selected at random from among this group.

8. Contestant's submission of an entry into the contest constitutes his/her agreement to release, indemnify and hold harmless “Win A Remix” Song Contest, or Worldwide Groove Corporation and its agents from and against any claim, including, without limitation, of copyright infringement or other misappropriation, arising from any acts or omissions in connection with the contest or its operation. All Contestants must sign (i) an affidavit of eligibility and release of “Win A Remix” Song Contest, and all contest sponsors from any and all liability, claims, demands, and causes of action for personal injury and/or damage, theft, or loss suffered in connection with this promotion or the use or acceptance of the prize or any portion thereof to be eligible for the prizes; and (ii) except where prohibited, a promotional release granting the right to use his or her name and likeness for advertising and publicity purposes by Win A Remix Song Contest, and on worldwidegroovecorp.com and winaremix.com without additional compensation. Entry into this Contest constitutes Contestant's agreement and availability to sign such releases.

9. Rules are subject to change with no prior notice.