NOTE: Some evaluators do not work all year long and may not be available by request for online submissions.
(Evaluators Genres listed from strongest to weakest)
#01(GENRES: Country, Bluegrass, R&B Rock, Pop, Contemporary Christian, Gospel, Praise/Worship)
This singer/songwriter is a newer talent to town. Has been on a national talent search show and placed in the finals. Has works and co-writes with Nathan Chapman (producer of Taylor Swift), Ted Hewitt (producer of Rodney Atkins), Chris Stevens (producer of Toby Mac), Josh Kelley, David Malloy, Kim Tribble, Will Rambeaux, Thom Shepard, Kent Agee, Jennifer Adan, Sherrie Austin, and many more
#06(GENRES: Country, Christian, Jazz, and Pop music)
Professional songwriter/musician with cuts in both Country, Jazz, Christian and Pop markets. Also owner of a very successful indie publishing company in Nashville. Over 1700 songs recorded worldwide including songs placed in All My Children, Felicity, High Roller, Singing With The Enemy and many indie movies. B.S. in Music Education with 17 years teaching experience in public schools and currently teaching Music Publishing and Songwriting at a Nashville College. #07(GENRES: Country, R&B Rock, Pop,
Born and raised in New York City, has achieved much success as both a singer and a songwriter. As an artist, has recorded albums for Warner Brothers/Reprise, Capitol Records and Arista Records (under the guidance of legendary music mogul Clive Davis). A Top 20 AC hit, and its accompanying music video received frequent airplay on VH-1, bringing a whole new audience. Also had a Billboard charter, making the pop charts.
Songs have been recorded by such artists as the famous blues singer Ruth Brown, Janis Ian, Eric Anderson, Dutch artist Judith, Japanese artist Maria and others. Two songs will be featured in the upcoming motion picture animated movie starring Charlie Sheen, Hilary Duff, and Eva Longoria . These songs will also appear on the film’s CD soundtrack.
Music has also been featured in TV shows such as “The Young & The Restless”, “One Life to Live”, “Rock & Roll Evening News”, “Street Shadows” and the films “Promised Land” and “White Winter Heat”.
Relocated to Nashville and has been very active in songwriting, collaborating with some of the industry’s top writers such as Gary Burr, Stephany Bentley, Liz Rose, Janis Ian, Billy Lawson, Wayne Carson to name a few.
#13(GENRES: Country, Bluegrass, R&B Rock, Pop, Contemporary Christian, Gospel, Praise/Worship)
An award winning songwriter and has had songs recorded by country artist Steve Holy, blues legend Miranda Louise, alternative rock artist Lisa Nemzo, Nancy Terzian, traditional country artist Allen Carl and others. Won the Terri Clark Nashville song search. Also has had songs featured in motion pictures. A lover of songs and songwriters, #13 is passionate about preserving and promoting the tradition of crafting great songs that touch the heart and tell the human story. It truly does all begin with a song. #17(GENRES: Country, Pop, Contemporary Christian)
Has had songs and singles recorded by Trace Adkins, Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood, Vince Gill, Andy Griggs, James Otto and many more. Has been an NSAI member and worked closely with the organization for over 20 years. Still remembers what it is like submitting songs to be evaluated.
#89(GENRES: Country, Pop, Contemporary Christian, Praise/Worship, Bluegrass & Gospel)
After landing first staff writing deal at a publishing company, had a Top 5 cut that same year. Since then has had cuts with Lee Greenwood, Faith Hill, Kenny Rogers and The Dixie Chicks to name a few. Currently runs own publishing company and continues to write with top Nashville songwriters and artists. #97(GENRES: Country, Pop, R&B Rock, Contemporary Christian, Bluegrass, Gospel, Praise/Worship)
Has written and performed with such artist/writers as Buddy Jewell, John Ford Coley, Harley Allen and many more. Has opened for a variety of artists such as Kenny Loggins, John Hartford (Gentle on my Mind), Robin and Linda Williams (Prairie Home Companion) and others. Sang lead and back-up vocals with several bands across the U.S. Has worked as a session singer. Held a staff writer position at a local publishing company. Numerous song placements in television such as the CBS's detective series Cold Case.
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