TAXI Music Industry Listings

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TAXI
INDUSTRY LISTINGS
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Is TAXI’s FREE Convention Really That Good?
Dear Passengers,
I’m sure you’re probably tired of hearing me tell you how important it is to attend TAXI’s FREE convention, the Road Rally. I admit that I
cringe a little every time I bring it up, but I know what a powerful weekend it is.
So, rather than me telling you in my words, here are a couple of posts from our Forum, where TAXI members are talking about it in their own
words!
Never Been to Road Rally
Hello,
I just joined TAXI in late Dec. 2014 and have never been to the Road Rally. I'm thinking about going to the [next] Road Rally. Music is my
passion and the few months I have been watching TAXI TV, receiving valuable TAXI critiques, reading TAXI forums and TAXI articles. This
music thing has really changed from a hobby to a lifetime goal to succeed in making some money with my music. If I didn't have a full time job,
I would be writing, composing, and recording music all the time. It's addictive. And yeah, I could talk about music all day long if I could….
Is it true that the Road Rally can be a huge learning and networking tool? I have much to learn and I want to take advantage of all the tools
TAXI has to offer.
Thanks in advance for the feedback.
MixNow3
Here’s a response from TAXI member Kayle Clements.
For me, everything started at the Rally. It is an amazing weekend of learning, networking, fun, and rejuvenation.
If you want your best chance to be successful with TAXI, there are three things to do:
1). Write, submit, forget, repeat
2) Be active on this forum and make connections with other members
3) Attend the Rally
It's perhaps not the only way, but I truly believe to get the most out of your TAXI membership, follow the above steps.
Hope to see you at the Rally
Cheers
kayle clements
I very much agree with Kayle.
Andy Gabrys
I Couldn’t Have Said It Better Myself!
The Rally is coming up in just 65 days! We’re already 20% more booked than we were last year at this time! If you really, really want to turn
your music into income, TAXI’s Road Rally is where you want to be on November 3 rd. And remember, each TAXI members gets TWO FREE
passes!
We’re still putting finishing touches on this year’s Rally Schedule. Check out last year’s schedule to get a good idea of what you can expect
this year. The Road Rally has become almost legendary, and each year, the tickets fly out the door faster than the last. The hotel runs out of
rooms earlier and earlier too! Just ask the people who couldn’t get one last year!!
We know it’s easy to think, “I’ll get to it tomorrow,” but life will get in the way, and before you know it you’ll be paying more for your hotel
room because you waited until the last minute. Please take our word for it, the discounted rooms sell out at least a few weeks before the event.
Why pay the “procrastination rate?”
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Grab your FREE Road Rally tickets here.
Reserve your awesome hotel room here.
See photos from last year’s Road Rally here.
Better Than Ever… We Don’t Exaggerate!
This will be our 20th Road Rally, and we’re pulling out all the stops to make this one outstanding. Ask anybody who’s been to more than one
Rally, and they’ll tell you we don’t exaggerate when we say stuff like that. This is the Rally you don’t want to miss!
See you soon,
Michael
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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
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Adult Contemporary Listings
ADULT CONTEMPORARY SONGS with a Pop Crossover appeal are needed by a Multi-Platinum, Grammy-Winning Artist/Producer that‟s working on a new
duet album with an amazing, award-winning Female Artist. He‟s looking for fresh, Down-to-Mid-Tempo Duets with you you‟d expect to hear on a playlist with
artists like (but not limited to):
Sam Smith: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xeugznpGKPA
Adele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk4BbF7B29w
John Legend: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yj5V8YUpB-0
Give them songs with an infectious Topline (lyrics/melody), plenty of ear-candy in all sections of the song, and a chorus hook that resonates with a broad
audience. Stripped-down acoustic demos are welcome for this pitch, but your recording quality (even for stripped-down demos) needs to be clean, clear, well
balanced, and good enough to represent your song well. Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by a
TAXI screener handpicked by the Label and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 2nd, 2016.
TAXI #S160902AC
ADULT CONTEMPORARY BALLADS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a Multi-Platinum Record Producer who‟s actively hunting for great songs
for several artists he‟s working with. We ran this Listing back in June as TAXI Listing #S160611AC, and he‟s still looking for the perfect ballad. If you made a
submission to TAXI Listing #S160611AC, please send different material this time around. Please submit Down-Tempo Ballads that could be found on the same
playlist as artists like (but not limited to):
Jordin Sparks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=suPlYwJ3YvM
Michael Buble: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbSOLBMUvIE
Adele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQHsXMglC9A
Jennifer Hudson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qB_IvRcr04E
Seal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tedYk88X9A
Give him emotionally moving ballads with captivating melodies and a big, radio-friendly chorus. Lyric themes about the good and bad aspects of love will work
well for this opportunity. Other lyric ideas are welcomed, as long as your lyrics are fresh, creative, and relatable to a broad audience. This Producer is happy to
listen to stripped-down, Guitar/Vocal or Piano/Vocal demos, but your recording quality still needs to be clean, clear, and well balanced enough to represent your
Song well. Please submit one to three ballads online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions
must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday, September 7th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160907AC
ADULT CONTEMPORARY SONGS with amazing Female Vocals are needed by Major Record Label for a MEGASTAR Artist who is working on her next
record. They‟re looking for modern, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that would immediately appeal to the fans of legends like:
“For The Lovers” by Whitney Houston: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2tERaGPG0o
“Loved Me Back To Life” by Celine Dion: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4f5KuRXtjeE
“Alive” by Sia:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t2NgsJrrAyM
Please submit vocally powerful songs that have a super compelling topline (lyrics/melody), with plenty of musical and rhythmic hooks, and a big chorus that
knocks it out of the park. Your production and recording quality should be competitive enough to get the label and the artist excited about cutting your song.
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
11:59PM (PDT), on Monday, September 12th, 2016.
TAXI #S160912AC
Adult Contemporary Listings (continued):
NEW LISTING - ADULT CONTEMPORARY SONGS with lots of radio appeal and Male or Female Vocals are needed by the Director of A&R at a Mega-sized,
global Music Publishing Company that has tons of huge cuts and hits with many of the biggest artists on the charts today! They‟re looking for radio-worthy A/C
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Songs in All-Tempos that could generally be found on a playlist with artists like (but not limited to):
“Piece by Piece” by Kelly Clarkson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LqCqYP7hDWI
“Welcome To The Show” by Adam Lambert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByLoEExI-pw
“Send My Love” by Adele:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk4BbF7B29w
Give them emotionally moving songs with captivating melodies, and a big, radio-friendly chorus. Lyric themes about the good and bad aspects of love will work
well for this opportunity, but they‟re open to other ideas as well. Your recording quality needs to be clean, clear, well balanced, and good enough to represent your
Song well and get them excited about cutting it. Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No
basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Label - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday, September
21st, 2016.
TAXI #Y160921AC
NEW LISTING - HOT A/C SONGS with a bit of an “Alternative” Vibe and Male Vocals are needed by the Director of A&R at a Huge, Global Music Publishing
Company that consistently lands cuts and hits with some of the biggest artists on the charts today! They‟re looking for fresh Songs in All-Tempos that would
appeal to the fans of artists like (but not limited to):
“All We Ever Knew” by The Head and the Heart: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W50zP8K04-E
“Up&Up” by Coldplay:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPNTC7uZYrI
“Better Love” by Hozier:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wm4CrOfbHMI
Give them emotionally engaging songs that that are well-crafted from top to bottom, with great melodies, fresh lyrics, and a chorus that‟s really compelling. Your
production, overall demo presentation, and vocal performance should be really strong if you want to impress them! 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 Publisher and must be received no later than 11:59PM
(PDT), on Saturday, September 24th, 2016.
TAXI #S160924AC
Blues Listings
NEW LISTING - VINTAGE RECORDINGS of ORIGINAL (no covers) of 1960’s – 1970’s Male “Celtic Blues” Artists who would fall in general category
of Van Morrison are needed by an A-List Publisher for Film and TV sync licensing opportunities. If you‟ve got old recordings that sound like they could be
on a playlist with Van Morrison‟s greatest hits, you might have exactly what this awesome publisher needs:
"Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UfmkgQRmmeE
"Moondance" by Van Morrison
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lFxGBB4UGU
"Tupelo Honey" by Van Morrison
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DbTIKHYwog
Van Morrison is pretty singular in his style and sound, and his genre has been called everything from “Celtic Blues,” “Celtic Jazz,” “Celtic Soul,” “Celtic R&B,”
and Rock, so it‟s pretty hard to call him just one thing. To state this in its most easily understood form, this publisher gets requests from Music Supervisors who
ask, “Do you have anything old in that Van Morrison vein?”
So that‟s what they need, old recordings from that time period that sound like they are influenced by Mr. Morrison, but are NOT clones or rip offs!
You can submit old masters or demos for this pitch. The recording quality is not expected to be on par with today’s broadcast quality! Many TAXI
members have been signed by this publisher with nothing more than good demo recordings! They’re much more interested finding music that sounds
authentic to the time period!
This Publisher is the hot, go-to company for a long list of extremely popular TV shows and big Feature Films when they need music that is authentically from a
particular time period. The Publisher pays you upfront for the master rights and the Publisher‟s share of the copyright, and you keep the Writer‟s Share of the
publishing and earn income from performance royalties paid by your Performing Rights Organization.
This company often averages several placements per week, and many of those are TAXI members who‟ve been signed with this company because they submitted
to a listing like this! Dozens of TAXI members have signed buy out, cash-up-front deals with this company. Several have even received up front checks for
$10,000 - $15,000 (or more!) Deal sizes and buyout amounts vary depending on the quantity and quality of the songs signed by the Publisher.
They DO NOT want material that was recently recorded and made to sound old. They can only use AUTHENTIC, ORIGINAL, VINTAGE RECORDINGS, as
long as the sound quality is reasonably good. This is a golden opportunity to make money with music you might have thought had no hope in today‟s market!
Your name needs to be on the copyright. Your songs need to be original compositions (no covers), and you need to own or control the copyright and master
recordings to submit for this pitch. DO NOT SUBMIT FOR FRIENDS! Please submit one to three songs online or per CD. Please include lyrics. All submissions
will be screened on a Yes/No basis. No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 4th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160904CB
Country Listings (also see Americana, Cont. Christian listings, etc.)
CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY HITS with Male Vocals are needed by a Nashville-based Music Publisher for a charting Artist that‟s working on his next record.
He‟s on the hunt to find radio-worthy, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that would appeal to fans of songs like:
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“Talladega” by Eric Church:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rek_Cxrc1pE
“Different For Girls” by Dierks Bentley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXeL3CHdLYk
“One Hell Of An Amen” by Brantley Gilbert: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8IMn4c4MwM0
Give him one-of-a-kind songs that sound like a fresh radio hit that Nashville has yet to hear, with engaging melodies, hooks, and lyrics. Your demo quality needs
to be competitive with songs being pitched on Music Row. The specific deal points will be negotiated on a song-by-song basis directly with the Publisher. Please
submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Publisher No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Tuesday, September 6th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160906CH
CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY HITS with Male Vocals are needed by a hard-plugging, Nashville-based Music Publisher that‟s pitching directly to a huge
Country Artist that‟s already had FIVE #1 Singles! He‟s looking for well-crafted, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that would appeal to fans of songs like:
“American Country Love Song” by Jake Owen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnyOOSE0z1c
“Sunny and 75” by Joe Nichols: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZwVvwp8i-M
“Came Here To Forget” by Blake Shelton: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FaWH5TWzDCk
Give him radio-worthy songs with fresh, conversational lyrics that are filled with visual imagery. Songs should have immediately engaging melodies, with a
chorus that sounds like an obvious hit the moment you hear it. Your demo quality should be competitive with what‟s being pitched on Music Row. 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 Publisher and must be
received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 15th, 2016.
TAXI #S160915CO
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY HITS with Male Vocals are needed by Music Row-based Music Publisher for a buzz-worthy act that‟s very
likely to be a household name sooner than later. Please submit killer Songs in All-Tempos that could be found on a playlist with songs and acts like But not
limited to) these:
“Confession” by Florida Georgia Line: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwkYxPpmEPE
“Roots” by Parmalee:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXWmzvhTJ5s
“From The Ground Up” by Dan and Shay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODRWKGIxB4M
Quoting the Publisher: “No fluff, no stock melodies, something with some depth, a little meat on the bone. Not so different that it can't be a big radio hit
however.” Give him well-structured songs with modern Country melodies, and a visual, engaging, and direct storyline and lyric that Nashville has yet to hear.
Your chorus needs to be super strong and ready for radio. A solid and confident vocal performance will help get the Publisher and the act excited about cutting
your song. Your demo quality should be competitive with songs being pitched on the Row. The specific deal points will be negotiated on a song-by-song basis
directly with the Publisher. 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 Publisher and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Saturday, September 17th, 2016.
TAXI #S160917CO
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY COUNTRY HITS with Male Vocals are needed by a hard-plugging, Nashville-based Music Publisher for a Charting
Country Artist‟s next record. He‟s looking for competitive, radio-worthy, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that would appeal to fans of the following songs:
“Guy Walks Into A Bar” by Tyler Farr:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hVqG44A6No
“She‟s Got A Way With Words” by Blake Shelton:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iW5Cf64d7KA
“Record Year” by Eric Church:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvvYMxV6TmI
Submit current sounding songs with a great radio-worthy structure, fresh, memorable melodies, and a great big chorus that sounds like it‟s ready for Country
radio. Your demo quality needs to be competitive with what‟s being pitched on Music Row. The specific deal points will be negotiated on a song-by-song basis
directly with the Publisher. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI
screener handpicked by the Publisher - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 23rd, 2016.
TAXI #Y160923CH
Electronic Listings
NEW LISTING - VINTAGE RECORDINGS of ORIGINAL 1990’s TRIP HOP MUSIC with Male or Female Vocals a la Portishead, Massive Attack,
Radiohead, and even including Mazzy Star (which the publisher knows is s bit of a stretch, but wanted to include on this list) are needed by an A-List Publisher
for Film and TV sync licensing opportunities. If you‟ve got old recordings that sound like they could be on a playlist with artists like these, you might have
exactly what this awesome publisher needs:
Top Tracks by Portishead:
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Portishead+top+tracks
Best of Massive Attack:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbe3CQamF8k&list=PL64EC24A28D582DB0
Top Tracks by Radiohead:
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1uYWYWPc9HU&list=PL2972775435A2A8BE
"Among My Swan" Full Album by Mazzy Star
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSq6B-kdklE
NOTE: There are varying opinions as to the genres of these artists. Some might consider them Alt Rock, some lean more toward the Trip Hop side of things, but
the exact genre is NOT that critical for this request! These are the references the Publisher gave us, so if you‟ve got Vintage Recordings that would be in the
general ballpark of any of these artists, then this is a great opportunity for you!
TAXI Tip: The publisher would LOVE to find artists like these with Female vocals. BOTH Male and Female are needed, but they told us you‟ll get “extra
points” for female vocals.
Please do not copy or rip off these artists or their songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as reference to the stylistic ballpark your material should be in!
Please avoid any material with unauthorized samples of other artists’ music, sounds, or any other form of media. You can submit old masters or demos
for this pitch. The recording quality is not expected to be on par with today’s broadcast quality! Many TAXI members have been signed by this
publisher with nothing more than good demo recordings! They’re much more interested finding music that sounds authentic to the time period!
They DO NOT want material that was recently recorded and made to sound old. They can only use AUTHENTIC, ORIGINAL, VINTAGE RECORINDGS, as
will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Tuesday, September 13th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160913TH
Hard to Classify Listings
NEW LISTING - ITALIAN-STYLE OPERA SONGS (ORIGINAL and/or PUBLIC DOMAIN) with Male or Female Vocals are needed for several $300,
Non-Exclusive, Direct-to-Producer placements in a food-based documentary on PBS. They‟re looking for authentic sounding Mid-to-Up-Tempo Opera
Songs that you‟d expect to hear on a playlist with the following references:
“Brindisi” from La traviata:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZvgmpiQCcI
“Bel raggio lusingheir” from Rossini:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5Bl6blDoJI
“La donna e mobile” from Rigoletto:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uvhUmzBP_aI
“Finale” from La Clemenza di Tito:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3ei4WcP_uc
Please submit great Original and/or Public Domain Opera Songs with authentic sounding Classical instrumentation, coupled with a strong, emotionally engaging,
well-executed vocal performance. Your submissions should be more on the emotionally upbeat side of the emotional spectrum, not heart-heavy, sad, or
depressing. Vocals in Italian would be ideal for this pitch, but they’re open to other languages as well!
TAXI Tip: Although the references have full orchestras backing the vocalists, your submissions can have anything from simple piano accompaniment, to a string
ensemble, and of course, a full orchestra. Delivering the right emotionally upbeat vibe is the most important thing! Imagine what might work well in the context
of scenes where food is being prepared with flair, or eaten with gusto.
Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine).
The license fee for this is $300. This is a Direct-to-the Show’s Producer Pitch, so you’ll keep 100% ownership of your Copyright (if your piece is original)
and Master Recording. If you submit an original piece, you need to own or control the Master and Copyright. If you submit a cover of a Public domain piece,
you need to own or control the Master Recording. Submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis
- No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday, September 7th, 2016.
TAXI #U160907IO
Instrumental Listings
TRIUMPHANT, INSPIRATIONAL-Sounding ORCHESTRAL INSTRUMENTALS are needed by a really large media company for placements in several
projects, including hit cable TV shows, other shows on their own network, and online media. This rapidly growing industry giant is building its own Exclusive,
In-House Music Library and will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Publisher‟s share and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also
get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. They‟re looking for Original, emotionally compelling compositions in
All-Tempos that could be heard on a playlist with composers like Tyler Bates, Steve Jablonsky, Ramin Djawadi, etc., etc., etc. Please listen to the following
references to get an idea of the vibe they need for this pitch:
“A Nova Upgrade” by Tyler Bates: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TJTK-coj0Og
“Prime” by Steve Jablonsky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhizhXlbEys
“Finale” by Ramin Djawadi: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DkFi6iria10
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Give them Instrumental Cues with full string sections, triumphant horns, big percussion, and an overall feeling of epic inspiration. Your instrumentation should
sound authentic and believable, like a real orchestra played by real humans! Any material that sounds dated, stiff, or obviously MIDI-driven won‟t work well for
this pitch. Your Cues should build quickly, and keep building until they crescendo to an epic finish. All submissions should be at least 2:00 to 3:00 minutes in
length, with good edit points and Non-Faded/Buttoned/Stinger endings. Do NOT copy or rip off the references in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a
general guide for tempo, tone, texture and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This new, Exclusive, In-House
Library will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also get 100% of the Writer‟s
share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you submit for this pitch CANNOT be
signed with any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Instrumentals Online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must
be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 1st, 2016.
TAXI #S160901IO
DRUM & BASS INSTRUMENTALS are needed by a really large media company for placements in several projects, including hit cable TV shows, other shows
on their own network, and online media. This rapidly growing industry giant is building its own Exclusive, In-House Music Library and will pay an initial buyout
fee of $250 for 100% of the Publisher‟s share and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and
make applicable performance income. They‟re looking for Original, rhythmically intense Up-Tempo Instrumentals that could be found on a playlist with the
references they gave us:
Liquid Drum and Bass Mix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o2PsT_dq9M8
Best Drum and Bass Gaming Mix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8DLmJLJRU4
Please submit rhythmically and melodically engaging Instrumental Cues that have an authentic Drum & Bass sound. Your submissions should be focus on a
simple, central melody and a beat that‟s typical of the Drum & Bass genre. Adding and subtracting layers of instrumentation as your Cue progresses will keep
your submissions from sounding too repetitive or linear. Your submissions should be at least 2 minutes long. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced music in any
way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine).
This new, Exclusive, In-House Library will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will
also keep 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you
submit for this pitch CANNOT be signed with any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Instrumentals Online or per CD. All submissions will be
screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 2nd, 2016. TAXI #Y160902DB
GLITCH HOP INSTRUMENTALS needed by a really large media company for placements in several projects, including hit cable TV shows, other shows on
their own network, and online media. This rapidly growing industry giant is building its own Exclusive, In-House Music Library and will pay an initial buyout fee
of $250 for 100% of the Publisher‟s share and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make
applicable performance income. They‟re looking for Original,
Glitch Hop Gaming Mix: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeN5utbJnlg
Give them modern, rhythmically and melodically engaging instrumentals with a heavily edited “Glitch” style production that will compliment trendy, tech-based
shows really well. Keep your submission interesting throughout, with plenty of forward movement and dynamics. Please avoid overly harsh, bombastic, or
frenetic sounds that could distract from a scene‟s dialogue. Your submissions should be at least 2 minutes in length. Good edit points and non-faded, buttoned
endings are needed for this pitch. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced music in any way shape of form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone,
texture, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are
fine). This new, Exclusive, In-House Library will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee,
you will also keep 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music
you submit for this pitch CANNOT be signed with any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Instrumentals Online or per CD. All submissions will be
screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 3rd, 2016.
TAXI #Y160903GH
INVESTIGATIVE TENSION INSTRUMENTAL CUES are needed by a Non-Exclusive, Boutique Music Library feeding music directly to an award winning
show on major cable network. They‟re searching for Cues in All Tempos that you‟d hear on shows like The First 48, CSI: Cyber, CSI, etc., etc., etc. Please listen
to the following references to get in the stylistic wheelhouse of what they‟re looking for:
The First 48 (2:00 to 2:16): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NuuCs-V6y0
CSI: Cyber (3:34 to 4:30): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__3cdPebo10
CSI: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9qjdUlRs7Y
Please submit well-crafted, current sounding Cues that help support investigative scenes. They‟re open to both orchestral and electronic elements by themselves,
or a hybrid of the two. Build your Cue around a simple, central melodic theme that‟s engaging and tense, while being able to easily sit behind the dialog or
voiceover. Add and subtract layers of instruments as your Cue progresses to keep it Cue from sounding too repetitive. Imagine the type of music you‟d hear
during a scene where detectives sift through the evidence of a cold case. That’s the type of music they need! Submissions should be at least 2 minutes long. Nonfaded, buttoned endings with natural decay/ring out are recommended. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This Library offers
a NON-Exclusive 50/50 deal. You‟ll get 50% of any applicable sync fees and 100% of the Writer‟s share. The Publisher will get 50% of any sync fees and 100%
of the Publisher‟s share. You must own or control your Master and Composition to submit to this pitch. You‟ll maintain full ownership of the original Copyright
and Master Recording. Please submit one to three Instrumental Cues online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques.
Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 4th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160904IT
Instrumental Listings (continued):
ACOUSTIC GUITAR-Driven POP/EDM INSTRUMENTAL CUES are needed by a Music Library with tons of great placements in Film and TV. They‟re new to
running Listing with TAXI, so chances are you don‟t have any material in their catalog, yet! This is a great opportunity to start a new relationship with this
awesome Library! Please submit engaging Mid-to-Up-Tempo Cues that could be found on a playlist with these references:
“Wake Me Up” by Avicii: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcrbM1l_BoI
“The Nights” by Avicii: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UtF6Jej8yb4
“Hey Brother” by Avicii: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Cp6mKbRTQY
Although the references have vocals, please submit Instrumentals only for this pitch. Please submit super catchy cues that use acoustic guitar, with distinct
EDM elements and sounds to create a poppy overall sound that would put you in the ballpark of the references above. Craft your cues around engaging melodic
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hooks, with great builds, and a big chorus section. Build your submissions around an infectious central melodic theme, and keep it compelling by layering
elements in and out as your piece progresses to keep it dynamic and forward moving. Your submissions should be at least 2 minutes long. Good edit points and
Non-Faded/Buttoned endings will work best for this pitch. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced songs or artist in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a
general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This Company offers an EXCLUSIVE
50/50 deal, with a one-year reversion, so please be sure the songs you pitch for this listing are NOT already signed with any other Libraries or Catalogs. If they
don‟t place your song in 12 months, all rights go back to you! You must own or control your Master and Copyright. Please submit one to three Instrumentals
online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Company and must be received no later than 11:59PM
(PDT), on Monday, September 5th, 2016.
TAXI #S160905AE
NEW LISTING - PLAYFUL, ELECTRONIC DANCE INSTRUMENTALS are needed for several $2,000, Direct-to-Music Supervisor, NON-Exclusive
placements in a series of Virtual/Augmented Reality Video Games by a AAA Game Developer. They‟re looking for fun, unique, and slightly quirky Mid-toUp-Tempo Instrumentals that could be found sharing a playlist with the likes of acts/artists like (but not limited to) Deadmau5, Daft Punk, Justice, Mr. Oizo, etc.,
etc., etc. Take a listen to the following references that they gave us to get an idea of the RANGE that could work for this pitch:
“Hi Friend!” by Deadmau5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V9GRu_3hfpM
“The Brainwasher” by Daft Punk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DeWLi9TROtE
“Safe and Sound” by Justice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXj8FM7lTrw
“Being Flat” by Mr. Oizo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=to7-LAiWNxI
Give them distinctive Instrumentals that use current sounds and production techniques to create a lively piece of electro ear-candy. Your submissions should have
tons of character, with an unusual twist, great builds, and plenty of energetic movement. Imagine how your music would energize the game‟s players to work
harder and faster to complete tasks, while completely immersing them in the game. That’s what they need! Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced acts/artists or
songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them as a general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are
fine).
There will be a Non-Exclusive license fee of $2,000, All-Inclusive per Song, for 5 Years. The deal is NON-Exclusive, but you will not be permitted to license
the same song for other video games during the contract period. You must own or control the Master and Copyright. All submissions will be screened on a
Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Video Game Company! No full critiques. Please submit 1-3 instrumentals online or per CD, no later
than 11:59PM (PDT), on Monday, September 5th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160905ED
ALT POP INSTRUMENTAL CUES are needed by a Music Library with tons of great placements in Film and TV. They‟re new to running Listing with TAXI, so
chances are you don‟t have any material in their catalog, yet! This is a great opportunity to start a new relationship with this awesome Library! Please submit
engaging Mid-to-Up-Tempo Cues that could be found on a playlist with these references:
Halsey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRHNi3QfFlE
Banks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Twix375Me4Q
Lapsley: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v4C4vbsFGrQ
Although the references have vocals please submit Instrumentals only for this pitch.
Please submit slick, modern, rhythmically and melodically interesting Cues that generally reflect the references above. Your instrumentation can vary, but should
be current, and something that‟s typical of the genre. Build your Cue around an inviting, infectious melodic theme, while adding and subtracting layers of
instrumentation as your Cue progresses to keep it dynamic, interesting, and building toward a big finish. Avoid anything that sounds stiff, dated, or obviously
MIDI-driven. Your submissions should be at least 2 minutes long. Good edit points and Non-Faded/Buttoned endings will work best for this pitch. Do NOT copy
or rip off the referenced songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great
sounding home recordings are fine). This Company offers an EXCLUSIVE 50/50 deal, with a one-year reversion, so please be sure the songs you pitch for this
listing are NOT already signed with any other Libraries or Catalogs. If they don‟t place your song in 12 months, all rights go back to you! You must own or
control your Master and Copyright. Please submit one to three Instrumental online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI
screener handpicked by the Company - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 8th, 2016.
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TAXI #Y160908AP
AMBIENT UNDERSCORE INSTRUMENTAL CUES are needed by a NON-Exclusive Film/TV Music Library supplying music directly to a very popular HBO
TV Show. Give them subdued, dynamic, ambient underscore with “textural” instruments and sounds that blend in and out of each other to create a solid piece of
engaging music. You‟d be wise to stick to a singular mood throughout the entire Cue so your submission conveys a single mood/emotion from top to bottom,
whether it‟s exploratory, mysterious, wondrous, dangerous, etc. All submissions should be at least 2 minutes in length. Broadcast quality is needed (great
sounding home recordings are fine). This company offers a NON-EXCLUSIVE, 50/50 split. You'll get 100% of the Writer's share. The Publisher will get 100% of
the Publisher‟s share. You must own or control your Master and Copyright to submit for this pitch. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full
critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 9th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160909AU
NEW LISTING - 1980‟s Influenced BRIT POP INSTRUMENTALS are needed by an A-List Music Supervisor for several $2,000, NON-Exclusive placements in
a series of Virtual Reality Video Games by a AAA Game Developer. Please submit fun, and slightly quirky Mid-to-Up-Tempo Instrumentals that could be found
on a playlist with bands like (but not limited to)
“Venus” by Bananarama:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkcU2_Vs7Xw
“Everybody Have Fun Tonight” by Wang Chung: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BoXu6QmxpJE
“Some Like It Hot” by The Power Station: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hw1t7OCESUw
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Even though the references have vocals in them, this company is looking for Instrumentals ONLY for this pitch! Give them emotionally upbeat Instrumentals that
are both rhythmically and melodically engaging, with some identifiable „80s influence. Your submissions should be at least 2 minutes in length. Non-faded,
buttoned endings are needed for this pitch. Do NOT copy or rip off the references in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for feel, texture,
tone, and vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). There will be a Non-Exclusive license fee payment of $2,000, AllInclusive per Instrumental. The deal is NON-Exclusive, but you will not be permitted to license the same song for other video games during the contract period,
which is five years. You can still pitch it for other opportunities like film and TV, just not other video games. You must own or control the Master and Copyright.
All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Video Game Company! No full critiques. Please submit 1-3
Instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Company - No full critiques.
Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 11th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160911BP
NEW LISTING - OLD SCHOOL HIP-HOP INSTRUMENTALS are needed by an A-List Music Supervisor for several $2,000, NON-Exclusive placements in a
series of Virtual Reality Video Games by a AAA Game Developer. Please submit fun, lively, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Instrumentals that could generally be found on a
playlist with these references:
“The Humpty Dance” by Digital Underground: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y38Ec57yMG8
“Super Disco Breakin‟” by Beastie Boys:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hn9Vb-EQTKU
“Baby Got Back” by Sir Mix-A-Lot:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JphDdGV2TU
Although the references have vocals, please submit instrumentals only for this pitch.
Please submit lively Hip-Hop Cues that have an old-school sound and style. Old-school Hip-Hop can be pretty repetitive, so you‟d be wise to build your
submissions around a compelling, central melodic idea, while adding and subtracting instrumentation as it progresses to keep it dynamic and from sounding too
linear. Your submissions should be at least 2 minutes in length. Easy edit points and non-faded, buttoned/stinger endings are needed for this pitch. Do NOT copy
or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way shape of form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, texture, and overall vibe. Also, do NOT
submit any material with unauthorized samples of other artists‟ music, sounds, or any other form of media. There will be a Non-Exclusive license fee of $2,000,
All-Inclusive per Song, for 5 Years. The deal is NON-Exclusive, but you will not be permitted to license the same song for other video games during the contract
period. You must own or control the Master and Copyright. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Company
- No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Monday, September 12th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160912HI
NEW LISTING - ORIGINAL, MUZAK Style ELEVATOR INSTRUMENTALS are needed for a $300, Non-Exclusive, Direct-to-Music-Supervisor placement in
an Indie Film. They‟re looking for Down-to-Mid-Tempo Instrumentals that could fit in the RANGE of this playlist:
Elevator Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gdJWZxPW45c
Give them original, well-performed Instrumentals that sound just cheesy enough that anybody who hears them thinks they belong in a department store elevator.
MIDI sounds are fine for this pitch, but not so much that it feels too stiff. Please avoid submitting Instrumentals that are too busy or frenetic, so you don‟t distract
from any dialog in the scene. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced music in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for feel, texture, tone,
and vibe. Broadcast Quality (in the context of cheesy Muzak) is needed. The estimated license fee for this is $300. This is a Direct-to-Music Supervisor
placement, so you’ll keep 100% ownership of your Master and Composition rights (no publishing splits), plus you’ll also get 100% of the sync fee and
any applicable performance royalties. You must own or control your Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. Please submit one to three
Instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM
(PDT), on Tuesday, September 13th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160913MZ
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY HIP-HOP INSTRUMENTALS are needed for $1,500, NON-Exclusive Placements by a Marketing Agency with a massive
client list that‟s currently working on a major retailer‟s new ad campaign (among others!). Please submit Commercial-friendly, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that
could generally match the vibe of these references:
“Energy” by Drake:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LnBvuzjpr4&noredirect=1
“No More Parties in LA” by Kanye West:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8m5Cj7-XCo8
“Ain‟t Worried About Nothin” by French Montana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PD6AfcoG4o8
Please submit Instrumentals that are compelling from start to finish, with some hooky “ear candy” to hold and keep the attention of the audience. Do not copy or
rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed
(great sounding home recordings are finish. The estimated licensing fee will be $1,500 per track. No publishing splits! You will keep ownership of 100% of the
Publishing and Master rights. You must own or control your Master and Copyright to submit to this pitch. Please submit one to three Instrumentals online or per
CD. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday,
September 14th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160914HH
NEW LISTING - MELANCHOLY, STRING-BASED ORCHESTRAL UNDERSCORE CUES are needed by a really large media company for placements in
several projects, including hit cable TV shows, other shows on their own network, and online media. This rapidly growing industry giant is building its own
Exclusive, In-House Music Library and will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 to $500 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per
track fee, you will also keep 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. We recently ran this opportunity as TAXI
Listing #S160818SU, and they‟re eager for more great material. If you made a submission to TAXI Listing #S160818SU, please send different material this time
around. They need a lot of this style! Please give them sad, emotionally evocative Instrumentals that you‟d hear in somber, emotional scenes of heartbreak, loss,
or despair. Your Instrumentals should revolve around a subdued melodic approach that underscores and emotionally intensifies a sorrow-filled moment. Violins,
violas, or cellos should be the primary instrument, but they‟re open to additional instrumentation if your instrumentals are still understated and subtle. Authentic
human performances and real instruments are preferred. If you use a sample library or virtual instruments, you‟ll need to be masterful with your dynamics and
articulations. The combo of samples with a couple of real players on top often works wonders! All submissions should be at least 3:00 to 3:30 minutes in length,
with good edit points and Non-Faded/Buttoned endings. Do NOT copy or rip off the references in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for
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tempo, tone, texture and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This new, Exclusive, In-House Library will pay an
initial buyout fee of $250 - $500 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also keep 100% of the Writer‟s share of the
publishing and make applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you submit for this pitch CANNOT be signed with
any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Instrumentals Online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received
no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 15th, 2016.
TAXI #S160915MU
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY RAP/HIP-HOP INSTRUMENTAL CUES are needed by a Music Supervisor-Owned Music Licensing Company with a
long list of great TV and film placements. They‟re on the hunt for current Rap/Hip-Hop Cues in All-Tempos that could fit in the broad RANGE of these
references:
WARNING: Some of the following references have graphic and explicit lyrics. Listener discretion is advised.
“1 of 1” by Tyga: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8_A9x3NCu4
“Nasty” by Kid Ink: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ouNUuId2Qxo
“All Eyes On You” by Meek Mill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ut9ThAbfde0
Give them current sounding Rap/Hip-Hop Instrumental Cues with a rhythmically engaging approach from top to bottom. Craft your Cue around a main melodic
idea, while maintaining interest throughout by adding and subtracting layers of instrumentation/elements to keep them dynamically interesting and forward
moving. Please avoid harsh, overly bombastic, or frenetic sounds that could step on or distract from a scene‟s dialogue. Your submissions should be at least 2
minutes in length. Easy edit points and non-faded, buttoned/stinger endings are needed for this pitch. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any
way shape of form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, texture, and overall vibe. Also, do NOT submit any material with unauthorized samples of
other artists‟ music, sounds, or any other form of media. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This Company offers both
EXCLUSIVE and NON-EXCLUSIVE deals. The specific deal points will be handled on a case-by-case basis. If you‟re inclined to do an Exclusive deal, please
don‟t submit material for this pitch that‟s already signed with any other libraries or publishers. You must own or control your Master and Composition to submit
to this opportunity. Please submit one to three Instrumental Cues online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by a TAXI screener handpicked
by the Company and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 16th, 2016.
TAXI #S160916RC
NEW LISTING - VINTAGE RECORDINGS (1970 or earlier) of ORIGINAL SOLO PIANO RECORDINGS in the general style of Tsegué-Maryam
Guèbrou and Charlie Mingus are needed by an A-List Publisher for Film and TV sync licensing opportunities. Click the links below to hear the style this
publisher needs:
"Piano Solo Album" by Tsegué-Maryam Guèbrou:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aqOa0uxr8Ws
"Mingus Plays Piano" by Charlie Mingus:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKbADFJOCkU
Quoting the Publisher: “No MIDI piano. Must be real acoustic piano recorded in the era with a microphone. Anything pre-1970.”
Please do not copy or rip off these artists or their songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as reference to the stylistic ballpark and the era your material
should be from! You can submit old masters or demos for this pitch. The recording quality is not expected to be on par with today’s broadcast quality!
Many TAXI members have been signed by this publisher with nothing more than good demo recordings! They’re much more interested finding music
that sounds authentic to the time period!
particular time period. The Publisher pays you upfront for the Master rights and the Publisher‟s share of the copyright, and you keep the Writer‟s Share of the
to a Listing like this! Dozens of TAXI members have signed buy out, cash-up-front deals with this company. Several have even received up front checks for
They DO NOT want material that was recently recorded and made to sound old. They can only use AUTHENTIC, ORIGINAL, VINTAGE RECORINDGS,
as long as the sound quality is reasonably good. This is a golden opportunity to make money with music you might have thought had no hope in today‟s market!
will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 16, 2016.
TAXI #Y160916SP
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY RAP/HIP-HOP “BEATS” are needed by a Major Record Label for a Chart-topping Artist that‟s working on a brand new
record. Give them solid, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Beats that would appeal to the fans of artists like (but not limited to) Ty Dolla $ign, DJ Mustard, Future, etc., etc., etc.
Take a listen to the references they gave us to get an idea of the vibe they‟re looking for:
“Or Nah” by Ty Dolla $ign: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TUj0otkJEBo
“In My Room” by DJ Mustard: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3G32BQ3JJ1c
“Low Life” by Future: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_9tX4eHztY
Please submit rhythmically and melodically modern beats that would appeal to the fans of the references above. Be sure your submissions have a big, radiofriendly chorus/hook section that‟s ready for radio. Do NOT submit any material with unauthorized samples of other artists‟ songs, sounds, or any other form of
media. Your overall production needs to be really competitive for this one! Please submit one to three Instrumental online or per CD. All submissions will be
screened and critiqued by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Label and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Saturday, September 17, 2016.
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TAXI #S160917BT
NEW LISTING - TOP 40-Style POP INSTRUMENTALS are needed for $1,500, NON-Exclusive Placements by a Marketing Agency with a massive client list
that‟s currently working on a major retailer‟s new ad campaign (among others!). Please submit Commercial-friendly, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs in ANY POP
STYLE that could be heard on Top 40 Radio stations. The references below are just some of the styles that could work:
Adele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk4BbF7B29w
Twenty One Pilots: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXRviuL6vMY
Rihanna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HL1UzIK-flA
Megan Trainor: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMTAUr3Nm6I
Quoting the source; They‟re very flexible with this pitch, it just has to sound like something you‟d hear on Top 40 Pop radio.”
NOTE: Although these references they gave us are quite different, they’re all catchy, current, and fresh. They are not looking for clones. These are just
some examples of styles that could work! Look at the Top 40 or Top 100 charts to get more ideas!
Please submit catchy Instrumentals that are well-crafted from start to finish, with a melodically and rhythmically engaging approach. Your Instrumentals should
sound like a believable Pop cut with loads of mainstream appeal. Do not copy or rip off the referenced act or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a
general guide for tempo, tone and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). The estimated licensing fee will be
$1,500 per track. No publishing splits! You will keep ownership of 100% of the Publishing and Master rights. You must own or control your Master and
Copyright to submit to this pitch. Please submit one to three Instrumentals online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by
TAXI and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 18th, 2016.
TAXI #S160918PI
NEW LISTING - ACOUSTIC-Driven AMERICANA INSTRUMENTAL CUES needed by a very successful Music Library with a really long track record of
placements in TV, Films, and Commercials. They‟re looking for original, Down-to-Mid-Tempo Instrumental Cues in the general stylistic wheelhouse of
acts/artists like (but not limited to):
The Black Lillies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VvFOThAymS0
The Brothers Comatose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOy1YOBhwTg
The Dustbowl Revival: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QroddKu3GjU
Although the references have vocals, they’re only looking for Instrumental Cues for this pitch! Give them roots-driven, acoustic-based Cues that use
instrumentation like: Acoustic Guitar, Dobro, slide guitar, banjo, piano, fiddle, harmonica, bass, drums, etc.
Your Cues should deliver a rural, backwoods kind of vibe, with an energy that can help move a scene forward. Please avoid any instrumentation that sounds stiff
or MIDI-driven. Your submissions should be around 2 minutes long. Short intros (or no intro at all), good edit points, and non-faded, buttoned/stinger endings
will work best for this pitch. Please do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, texture,
tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This company offers an EXCLUSIVE deal. Sync fees will be
negotiated on a Deal-By-Deal basis. The Publisher will get 100% of the Publisher‟s share, and you‟ll get 100% of the Writer‟s share. You must own or control
your Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. Since this is an EXCLUSIVE deal, please be sure the material you submit to this pitch is NOT already
signed with any other Libraries or Publishers. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on
Monday, September 19th, 2016.
TAXI #S160919AC
NEW LISTING - TIBETAN STYLE MEDITATION INSTRUMENTALS are needed by a really large media company for placements in several projects,
including hit cable TV shows, other shows on their own network, and online media. This rapidly growing industry giant is building its own Exclusive, InHouse Music Library and will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also
keep 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. Take a listen to the references they gave us to get an idea of what
could work for this pitch:
Tibetan Healing Sounds: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5dU6serXkg
Crystal Chakra Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAESZsLJdVw
Amethyst Meditation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOxBT4qUNrU
Give them drone-y Instrumentals that use Tibetan “singing bowl” style sounds, with the addition of any other bell and/or chime sounds to create a mysterious,
mood-setting, and unique piece of underscore music. The more subdued the better, so be sure your submissions have a simple, textural, and subtle approach.
Your Instrumentals should be at least 2 to 3 minutes in length. Non-faded endings with a natural decay or ring out should work best for this pitch. Broadcast
Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine).
This new, Exclusive, In-House Library will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will
also keep 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you
submit for this pitch CANNOT be signed with any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Instrumentals Online or per CD. Please submit 1-3 Instrumental
Online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Monday, September 19th,
2016.
TAXI #Y160919TI
NEW LISTING - OLD-SCHOOL SOUNDING HIP-HOP INSTRUMENTAL CUES are needed by an awesome Music Supervisor-Owned Music Licensing
Company with a great track record of placements in Film and TV. Please listen to the following references to get an idea of the range of what could work well for
this pitch:
“The Ruler‟s Back” by Slick Rick:
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rji2M7UJKSE
“Fight The Power” by Public Enemy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kj9SeMZE_Yw
“It‟s Like That” by Run-D.M.C.:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLGWQfK-6DY
“Mortal Thought” by KRS-One:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQ3zy9uBk_0
Please submit lively Hip-Hop Cues that reflect the golden era of Hip-Hop music. Although old-school Hip-Hop is fairly repetitive, you‟d be wise to build your
Cues around a compelling, central melodic idea, while adding and subtracting instrumentation as it progresses to keep it dynamic and from sounding too linear or
one-dimensional.
Your submissions should be at least 2 minutes in length. Easy edit points and non-faded, buttoned/stinger endings are needed for this pitch. Do NOT copy or rip
off the referenced artists or songs in any way shape of form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, texture, and overall vibe. Also, do NOT submit any
material with unauthorized samples of other artists‟ music, sounds, or any other form of media. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are
fine). This Company offers both EXCLUSIVE and NON-EXCLUSIVE deals. The specific deal points will be handled on a case-by-case basis. If you‟re inclined
to do an Exclusive deal, please don‟t submit material for this pitch that‟s already signed with any other libraries or publishers. You must own or control your
Master and Composition to submit to this opportunity. Please submit one to three Instrumentals online or per CD. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No
basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Company - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Tuesday, September
20th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160920HC
NEW LISTING - ORIGINAL, CLASSICAL STRING QUARTET INSTRUMENTALS are needed by a really large media company for placements in several
In-House Music Library and will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Publisher‟s share and Master rights. On top of the per song fee, you will also
get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. Please submit Original, Down-to-Mid-Tempo Instrumentals that
sound virtually indistinguishable from a real string quartet. Any material that sounds stiff or “synthy” won‟t work for this pitch. All submissions should be at least
2:00 minutes in length, with good edit points and Non-Faded/Buttoned endings. Do NOT copy or rip off the references in any way, shape, or form. Use them only
as a general guide for tempo, tone, texture and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This new, Exclusive, In-House
Library will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also keep 100% of the Writer‟s
share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you submit for this pitch CANNOT be
signed with any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Instrumentals Online or per CD. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must
be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 22nd, 2016.
TAXI #S160922SQ
Jazz Listings
NEW LISTING - ORIGINAL SMOOTH JAZZ INSTRUMENTALS are needed for several $300, Non-Exclusive, Direct-to-Producer placements in a
food-based documentary on PBS. Please send them sophisticated, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Smooth Jazz Instrumentals that you‟d expect to hear in the background of
an upscale, cosmopolitan restaurant. Artists like (but not limited to) Dave Koz, Fourplay, David Sanborn, etc., etc., etc. are some good examples of the general
style and vibe needed for this show.
“You Make Me Smile” by Dave Koz: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=peJX8F_8DqA
“101 Eastbound” by Forplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwBpGU8RY3A
“Rikke” by David Sanborn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2jxoHBCzS2E
Please submit mood-setting Smooth Jazz Instrumentals with solid musicianship and a classy vibe from start to finish. Solos are welcome, but please avoid
anything that sounds too busy or frenetic, as it could distract from the show‟s dialog or voiceover. Great instrument sounds are important for this pitch, so please
don‟t use any dated or synthy-sounding samples or virtual instruments. If you can add a real player, playing a real instrument for the solo, even better! Do NOT
copy or rip off the referenced artists/acts or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a guide for tempo, texture, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is
needed (great sounding home recordings are fine).
The license fee for this is $300. This is a Direct-to-the Show’s Producer Pitch, so you’ll keep 100% ownership of your Copyright and Master Recording.
You need to own or control the Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques.
Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 9th, 2016.
TAXI #U160909SJ
Pop Listings (also see AAA/Alternative/Modern Rock, Film/TV, R&B listings, etc.):
CONTEMPORARY, GROUP-Friendly POP SONGS with Male Vocals are needed by a Multiple Award-Winning Boy Band that‟s working on their Major Label
album. They‟re eager to find radio-worthy, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that could work for acts like (but not limited to):
One Direction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ho32Oh6b4jc
5 Seconds of Summer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFz1gCZSmdE
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The Vamps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eNmhYUaOao
Please submit well-structured, lively, and fresh songs that combine great melodies and attention-grabbing ear candy in all sections of the song. A killer, hookdriven, hit-worthy chorus will help you get to the top of the list for this pitch. Your production should be competitive enough to get them excited about cutting
your song! Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions
must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 1st, 2016.
TAXI #Y160901GP
CONTEMPORARY POP HITS with Female Vocals are needed by the VP of A&R at a Major Record Label for a HUGE, Multi-Platinum Pop star working on her
next album. Give them insanely catchy Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that would instantly appeal to the fans of artists:
Selena Gomez: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHP5MKgK0o8
Hilary Duff: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTTCEl2p60c
Demi Lovato: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jca0B2lbqpU
Songs should be hook-driven, with unforgettable melodies, great lyrics, and a big, fat radio-ready chorus. They‟re NOT interested in Love Songs for this pitch, so
keep that in mind before submitting. Your production should be contemporary and competitive enough to get them excited about cutting your song. Your
recording quality needs to be clean, clear, well balanced, and good enough to represent your song well. 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 11:59PM (PDT), on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016.
TAXI #S160903PH
EDGY, CONTEMPORARY POP/ROCK SONGS with some retro, 1980‟s to early 1990‟s influence and Female Vocals are needed by a Major Record Label for
an award-winning Pop Star that‟s working on her new record. Please submit Songs in All-Tempos that could generally fit in the broad stylistic wheelhouse of
these references:
“Let‟s Go” by Matt and Kim: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mJsVCi0UsSM
“Somebody New” by Joywave: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ep9ppY7u6Ug
Give them current, innovative, and left-of-center songs that are rhythmically and melodically engaging, with plenty of great hooks, and a chorus that‟s really,
really infectious and sounds like a big, fat hit! Your production should be contemporary and competitive enough to get them excited about cutting your song.
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
11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 4th, 2016.
TAXI #S160904PR
SOULFUL, CONTEMPORARY POP SONGS with Female Vocals are needed by a Major Record Label that‟s looking for chart-worthy songs for a multiple
Grammy Winning Pop SUPERSTAR working on her next record. They‟re looking for vocally soulful Songs in All-Tempos that that would fit somewhere in the
middle of these references:
“Send My Love” by Adele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk4BbF7B29w
“Sorry” by Beyonce: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxsmWxxouIM
Give them vocally soulful songs that exude tons of feeling and emotion, with memorable melodies, killer hooks in all section of the song, and a chorus that‟s
ready for radio. Your song structure, production, and overall demo should be competitive enough to get the label and the artist excited about cutting your song.
Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be
received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Tuesday, September 6th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160906SP
Pop Listings (continued):
NEW LISTING - MOODY, DOWN-TEMPO ELECTRO POP SONGS with soulful Male or Female Vocals are needed for a $300, Non-Exclusive, Direct-toMusic-Supervisor placement in an Indie Film. They‟re looking for hip, Down-Tempo Songs that could be found on a playlist with acts like Ritual, Astrid S, Elliot
Moss, etc., etc., etc. Take a listen to the references they gave us to get an idea of the vibe they need:
“Low Season” by Ritual: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N0aieMzRWPA
“Hyde” by Astrid S: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8LEC2fOcehs
“Slip” by Elliot Moss: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMzjbyZhM5U
Quoting the source: “This is for a melancholy scene in which the actress is having an introspective moment while traveling on a train. Lyrics about life changes,
money issues, or down turns in life are welcome.”
Please submit melodically and lyrically compelling songs with an authentic, believable “Alternative” vibe. Your songs should use fresh Electronic sounds and
production techniques, with just enough soulful edge to pull your songs just outside of the Electo Pop spectrum. Lyric themes can vary, but should be
introspective, moody, maybe even a bit dark, and universal enough that they avoid references to specific names, dates, times, brands, and profanity. Do NOT copy
or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for feel, texture, tone, and vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed
(great sounding home recordings are fine). The estimated license fee for this is $300. This is a Direct-to-Music Supervisor placement, so you’ll keep 100%
ownership of your Master and Composition rights (no publishing splits), plus you’ll also get 100% of the sync fee and any applicable performance
royalties. You must own or control your Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All
submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Tuesday, September 13th,
2016.
TAXI #Y160913EP
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY POP/ROCK SONGS with Male Vocals are needed by a Grammy-Winning Record Producer that‟s working with an
extremely talented artist on a new record. He recently ran this opportunity as TAXI Listing #S160802PR, and he‟s eager to hear even more material. If you made
a submission to Listing #S160802PR, please send different material this time around. He‟s looking for well-crafted, commercially appealing Mid-to-Up-Tempo
Songs that could be found on the same playlist as songs by artists like (but not limited to):
John Mayer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nSRCpertZn8
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Zane Carney: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NY8p5wFvRzc
Mat Kearney: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCkfTCjF8SM
Give them radio-worthy Songs with outstanding melodies, and a great, hook-filled chorus that‟s immediately infectious. Your songs should be well-crafted from
start to finish, with a strong vocal performance that will get the producer and artist excited about cutting your song! He’s open to hearing stripped-down demos
if the song is great, but your recording quality (even for stripped-down demos) needs to be clean, clear, well balanced, and good enough to represent your song
well. 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 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday, September 14th, 2016.
TAXI #S160914PR
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY POP SONGS with Female Vocals are needed for $1,500, NON-Exclusive Placements by a Marketing Agency with a
massive client list that‟s working on a major retailer‟s new ad campaign. Please submit Commercial-friendly, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that could generally match
the vibe of these references:
“Send My Love” by Adele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fk4BbF7B29w
“Lush Life” by Zara Larsson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tD4HCZe-tew
“Cheap Thrills” by Sia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nYh-n7EOtMA
NOTE: Although these references they gave us are quite different, they’re all catchy, current, and fresh. They are not looking for clones. These are just
some examples of styles that could work!
Please submit catchy songs that are well-crafted from start to finish, with a melodically, rhythmically, and vocally engaging approach. Your songs should sound
like a believable Pop cut with mainstream appeal. Lyric themes can vary, but should be something that you‟d expect to hear in current Pop music and has the
positive vibe that works so well in Commercials. You‟d be wise to avoid lyrical references to specific names, places, dates, times, and especially brands. Do not
copy or rip off the referenced act or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is
needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). The estimated licensing fee will be $1,500 per track. No publishing splits! You will keep ownership of 100%
of the Publishing and Master rights. You must own or control your Master and Copyright to submit to this pitch. 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 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 22nd,
2016.
TAXI #S160922PO
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY POP SONGS with lots of radio appeal and Male or Female Vocals are needed by the Director of A&R at a M-A-J-O-R
Music Publishing Company with huge cuts and hits with many of the biggest artists on radio today! They‟re on the hunt for killer Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that
would be heard on playlists with artists like (but not limited to):
“Into You” by Arianna Grande:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1ekZEVeXwek
“We Don‟t Talk Anymore” by Charlie Puth:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3AtDnEC4zak
“Me Too” by Meghan Trainor:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDRORgoZxZU
Please submit solid songs that are rhythmically, melodically, and lyrically compelling, with a killer chorus that‟s ready for mainstream radio! Lyric themes are
wide open for this pitch, but they should be something that‟s fresh, innovative, and original. They‟re not looking for something that‟s been done a hundred times
before. Your demo production should be really strong for this pitch! 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 Publisher and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Monday, September 26th, 2016.
TAXI #S160926PO
R&B Listings
CONTEMPORARY R&B SONGS with Female Vocals are needed by a Major Record Label for a vocal powerhouse artist (who has a foot long list of awards and
nominations, including several Grammy noms) that‟s working on a new record. Please submit soulfully expressive Songs in All-Tempos that could generally fit in
the stylistic wheelhouse of these references:
“Freedom” by Beyonce: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bh3r-jAL9-A
“Tight Rope” Janelle Monae: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pwnefUaKCbc
Please submit well-crafted songs that are rhythmically, melodically, and lyrically top-notch, with a chorus that brings it all home. This artist is looking high and
low for a hit, so we‟d imagine they‟re open to hearing great songs from anybody who‟s got one! Your songs should be hooky from start to finish, with demo
production that‟s competitive enough to get them excited about cutting your song. Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All
submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Monday, September 5th,
2016.
TAXI #Y160905RB
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY R&B SONGS with Female Vocals and a some Pop appeal are needed by an A&R Executive at a Major Record Label for
an award winning, Multi-Platinum Artist working on her next album. They‟re looking for commercially appealing Songs in All-Tempos (Mid-to-Up-Tempo songs
are preferred. Ballads can work, but need to be super strong). Do you have any songs that would work for artists like (but not limited to):
“Irreplaceable” by Beyonce: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EwViQxSJJQ
“Set Fire To the Rain” by Adele: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ri7-vnrJD3k
Please submit soulfully expressive songs that are rhythmically, melodically, and lyrically engaging, with a strong, radio-friendly structure, and a chorus that‟s as
memorable as it gets. You‟d be wise to have a really great vocal performance on your recording to help sell the artist and label on cutting your song. Your
production should be competitive for this pitch. Please submit one to three songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No
basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Saturday, September 10th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160910RB
NEW LISTING - VINTAGE RECORDINGS of ORIGINAL (no covers) of 1960s and 1970s Era FUNK/SOUL RECORDINGS with Male Vocals are
needed by an A-List Publisher for Film and TV sync licensing opportunities. If you‟ve got old recordings that sound like they could be on a playlist with the
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funkier stuff from artists like The Commodores, The Spinners, Marvin Gaye, Parliament Funkadelic, etc., you might have just what this awesome publisher needs!
Check out these references to hear the general ballpark of what this publisher needs:
"Brickhouse" by The Commodores
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rrBx6mAWYPU
"Rubberband Man" by The Spinners
"I Heard It Through the Grapevine" by Marvin Gaye:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jPnZZTVp_2A
“Give Up the Funk” by Parliament Funkadelic:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jJvjWh2Vhu4
They DO NOT want material that was recently recorded and made to sound old. They can only use AUTHENTIC, ORIGINAL, VINTAGE RECORINDGS, as
will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 15th, 2016.
TAXI #S160915FS
R&B Listings (continued):
NEW LISTING - MOODY, CONTEMPORARY R&B SONGS with Male Vocals are needed for several $2,500 to $5,000, NON-Exclusive, Direct-to-Music
Supervisor placements in the second season of a popular TV Series. Please submit moody, Down-to-Mid-Tempo Songs that could be found on a playlist with
artists like (but not limited to) Josiah Bell, Partynextdoor, Roy Woods, Ye Ali, etc., etc., etc.
“Down” by Josiah Bell:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sD_ad0DDhBY
“Options” by PARTYNEXTDOOR:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0Qdzv3rdqk
“Menace” by Roy Woods:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K6mFyipmOgU
“Flights and Breakups” by Ye Ali ft. K. Forest: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J7Qc228VF9U
Give them soulfully expressive songs that are well-crafted from start to finish, with moody instrumentation, and a vocal performance that‟s compelling, earcatching, and really well-performed. Lyric themes can vary for this pitch, but should be something that‟s in the general wheelhouse the references above.
Reflective, introspective, and emotionally down themes will probably work best. Universal lyrics that avoid references to specific names, dates, times, brands, and
places could make your songs more appealing, but they‟re not absolutely necessary for this pitch. Do not copy or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way,
shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). The
estimated Sync fee for the placement is $2,500 to $5,000, depending on the ultimate use. This is a Non-Exclusive, Direct-to-Music Supervisor placement,
so you’ll get 100% of the sync fee, you’ll keep 100% of your Publishing and Master ownership, and you’ll also get 100% of any applicable performance
royalties. You must own or control the Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI
screener handpicked by the Company - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 18th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160918RB
NEW LISTING - SOULFULLY EXPRESSIVE R&B SONGS with Female Vocals are needed for several $2,500 to $5,000, NON-Exclusive, Direct-to-Music
Supervisor placements in the second season of a popular TV Series. Please submit compelling Down-to-Mid-Tempo Songs that could be found on a playlist with
artists like (but not limited to) Alice Smith, Norah Jones, Diane Birch, etc., etc., etc. Take a listen to the references he gave us to get an idea of what they need:
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“Loyalty” by Alice Smith: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2mikl8xN6Pw
“Carry On” by Norah Jones: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqA25Ug71Mc
“How Long” by Diane Birch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w80mLFgJPqc
Give them great songs that are well-crafted from start to finish, with great musicianship, and a vocal performance that‟s really soulful, in a compelling, smooth,
and well-executed way. It‟s more about the overall mood for this pitch, so your lyric themes can vary for this pitch. Universal lyrics that avoid references to
specific names, dates, times, brands, and places could make your songs more appealing, but they‟re not absolutely necessary for this pitch. Do not copy or rip off
the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great
sounding home recordings are fine). The estimated Sync fee for the placement is $2,500 to $5,000, depending on the ultimate use. As is typical for Hip Hop
in shows like this, we suspect that known acts will get fees at the top of the range, and pieces from unknown composers and acts will be at the lower end
of the range. This is a Non-Exclusive, Direct-to-Music Supervisor placement, so you’ll get 100% of the sync fee, you’ll keep 100% of your Publishing and
Master ownership, and you’ll also get 100% of any applicable performance royalties. You must own or control the Master and Copyright to pitch for this
opportunity. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Company - No full critiques. Submissions must be
received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Tuesday, September 20th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160920RB
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY R&B SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a Major Record Label for an outstanding DJ Duo that‟s working
on a brand new album. Give them well-crafted, modern, and fresh Songs in All-Tempos that could generally be found on a playlist with these references:
“Timmy‟s Prayer” by Sampha: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQXDVZf3akg
“Gone” by Snakeships: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWsgOhboPRU
“Girl” The Internet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zmY8mG4_3j4
Please submit soulfully expressive Songs with fresh, modern production, engaging melodies, great hooks (melodically and lyrically), and a chorus that‟s super
compelling at first listen. Your production and recording quality should be contemporary and competitive enough to get them excited about cutting your song.
Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be
received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 23rd, 2016.
TAXI #Y160923RB
Rap/Hip Hop Listings
NEW LISTING - EDGY RAP/HIP-HOP SONGS with Male Vocals are needed by THURSDAY for a $1,000, NON-Exclusive, Direct-to-Supervisor
placement in a new TV Series that looks like it could be a hit! They‟re looking for gritty, Mid-Tempo Rap/Hip Hop Songs that would appeal to fans of artists
like (but not limited to) Future, Desiigner, Travis Scott etc., etc., etc. Please listen to the following references to get the general vibe of what could work for this
Supervisor:
“F*ck Up Some Commas” by Future: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0G04bgZHwc
“Panda” by Desiigner:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5ONTXHS2mM
"Stick Talk" by Future:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXGORPXI6QQ
"Bandz" by Travis Scott:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB_3gSmPQto
Please submit edgy Rap/Hip Hop Songs with contemporary beats, lots of bottom end, plenty of street cred, and a gritty, hard-hitting chorus that will add to the
scene‟s gravitas. Lyric themes can be about anything that you‟d typically hear in the Rap/Hip Hop world, but without the profanity. Your vocal performance
should have plenty of authentic street cred. Please, do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general
guide for tempo, texture, tone, and vibe. Do not submit any material with unauthorized samples of other artists‟ songs, sounds, or any other form of media.
Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine).
Note: This Listing is similar to TAXI Listing #U160825RP. It‟s for the same scene in the same show. The Supervisor STILL hasn‟t found the perfect song yet, so
he‟s digging deeper and they‟ve increased the sync fee, which tells us they‟re looking really hard to find the perfect thing! If you submitted to TAXI
#U160825RP, please submit other/new material for this pitch.
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The estimated license fee for this is $1,000. This is a Non-Exclusive, Direct-to-Music Supervisor placement, so you’ll keep 100% ownership of your
Master and Composition rights (no publishing splits), plus you’ll also get 100% of the sync fee and any applicable performance royalties. You must own
or control your Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be
received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 1st, 2016.
TAXI #U160901HR
NEW LISTING - POP-FRIENDLY RAP/HIP-HOP SONGS with Male Vocals are needed for a Direct-to-Music-Supervisor, NON-Exclusive, (up to)
$100,000 placement in a BIG Budget Feature Film, for use in a main montage scene, as well as some sort of “thematic capacity.” They‟re looking for
lively, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that generally fit the style and vibe of these references:
“Keep On Keeping On” by Travie McCoy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QDECwqKE0g
“Coast 2 Coast” by Sammy Adams:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JUym8aTx5A
“So Good” by B.O.B.:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoBP24I2lwA
“My House” by Flo Rida:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uo35R9zQsAI
“Opposite Of Adults” by Chiddy Bang: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ep1ilHpTvSM
Please submit fun, emotionally upbeat Rap/Hip Hop Songs that are rhythmically and melodically compelling, with catchy melodic hooks throughout, and a super
engaging chorus that leans more towards the Pop side of the genre. Your submissions can have more of an Urban Dance Pop feel, as long as they still have a
strong Urban influence. Lyric themes can vary, but should be inventive, with interesting wordplay that you‟d expect to hear from somebody like the references
above. Universal lyrics that avoid specific names, dates, times, brands, and places could make your songs more usable, but they‟re not absolutely necessary.
Please do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them as a general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast
Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine).
NOTE: We double-checked to make sure the sync fee could actually be as much as $100,000. Our experience has been that sync fees in that range are usually for
“known” acts or hit songs. Unknown acts or songs often get something in the $20,000 - $50,000 range for a big placement like this. Our source told us that the
numbers for this are high because the song would be used in a “main montage, as well as in some sort of thematic capacity.” No matter how it shakes out, this is a
really juicy opportunity.
This is a Direct-to-Music Supervisor placement, so you‟ll keep 100% ownership of your Master and Composition rights, plus you‟ll also keep 100% of the sync
fee and any applicable performance royalties. No publisher splits! You must own or control your Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. All
Submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a person handpicked by the Music Supervisor. No full critiques. All submissions must be received no later
than Tuesday, September 6th, 2016.
TAXI #U160906RP
Rap/Hip-Hop Listings (continued):
NEW LISTING - HIGH-ENERGY, CONTEMPORARY RAP SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed for a $300, Non-Exclusive, Direct-toMusic-Supervisor party scene placement in an Indie Film. They‟re looking for energetic, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that could be heard a playlist with artists
like (but not limited to) Jay-Z, Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar, etc., etc., etc. Please listen to the references we got from them to get an idea of what could work for
this pitch:
“Ni**as In Paris” by Jay-Z & Kanye West: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=miO5pZr-gOk
“No Church In The Wild” by Kanye West: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJt7gNi3Nr4
“Alright” by Kendrick Lamar:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z-48u_uWMHY
NOTE: Don‟t limit yourself, these are just examples of what could work! They are not looking for clones or sound-a-likes!
Keep the party moving, with lively, rhythmically engaging songs that reflect the energetic vibe of the references above, with a great beat, and a vocal performance
that commands attention. Please avoid Rap/Hip-Hop Songs with a laidback/chill vibe for this pitch. Lyric themes can vary, but should be something you‟d expect
to hear from artists in the ballpark of the references, delivered in a current style. Universal lyrics that avoid references to specific names, dates, times, brands, and
places will make your songs more usable, but they‟re not absolutely necessary. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form.
Use them only as a general guide for feel, texture, tone, and vibe. Do NOT submit any material with unauthorized samples of any other artists‟ music, sounds, or
any other form of media. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine).
The sync fee for this is $300. This is a NON-Exclusive, Direct-to-Director placement, so you’ll keep 100% ownership of your Master and Composition
rights (no publishing splits), plus you’ll also get 100% of the sync fee and any applicable performance royalties. You must own or control your Master and
Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Thursday, September 8th, 2016.
TAXI #U160908HR
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WEST COAST STYLE RAP/HIP HOP SONGS with Male Vocals are needed by a Music Supervisor-Owned Music Licensing Company with a long list of great
TV and film placements. They‟re on the hunt for current Rap Songs in All-Tempos that could fit in the broad RANGE of these references:
“Why You Always Hatin?” by YG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-A9RnIASIk
“Boss‟ Life” by Snoop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gKS08HkGMA4
“King Kunta” by Kendrick Lamar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRK7PVJFbS8
Give them well-crafted Songs that sound like a believable Rap act, with an obvious “West Coast” vibe. Your beat should be rhythmically and melodically
interesting, with plenty of ear-candy to keep the audience engaged. Your vocals should use street-smart language, in a current, rhythmically compelling way.
Although they didn‟t ask for universal lyrics, generally speaking, lyrics that don‟t use specific names, places, dates, times, brands, and profanity will generally get
more placements. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists/bands or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a guide for tempo, texture, and tone.
Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This Company offers both EXCLUSIVE and NON-EXCLUSIVE deals. The specific deal
points will be handled on a case-by-case basis. If you‟re inclined to do an Exclusive deal, please don‟t submit material for this pitch that‟s already signed with any
other libraries or publishers. You must own or control your Master and Composition to submit to this opportunity. 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 11:59PM
(PDT), on Friday, September 9th, 2016.
TAXI #S160909WR
NEW LISTING - OLD SCHOOL HIP-HOP SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a Music Supervisor-Owned Music Licensing Company with a
long and impressive list of great TV and film placements. They‟re on the hunt for throwback style Songs in All-Tempos that could fit in the broad RANGE of
these artists:
Big Daddy Kane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2l2O-JOXG_I
Mc Lyte: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WH5CmB44TaY
De La Soul: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJEzEDMqXQQ
Salt-N-Pepa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCadcBR95oU
Please submit songs that reflect the lively old school era of Hip Hop music, with compelling beats that lay the foundation for a fun and rhythmically engaging
vocal performance. Lyrically, your songs should have themes that you‟d commonly hear in Old School Hip Hop, using clever wordplay and era appropriate streetsmart language. Although they didn‟t ask for universal lyrics, you‟d be smart to not use specific names, places, dates, times, brands, and profanity. Do NOT copy
or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a guide for tempo, texture, and tone. Broadcast Quality is needed (great
sounding home recordings are fine). This Company offers both EXCLUSIVE and NON-EXCLUSIVE deals. The specific deal points will be handled on a caseby-case basis. If you‟re inclined to do an Exclusive deal, please don‟t submit material for this pitch that‟s already signed with any other libraries or publishers.
You must own or control your Master and Composition to submit to this opportunity. 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 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday,
September 21st, 2016.
TAXI #S160921HH
Rap/Hip-Hop Listings (continued):
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY RAP/HIP-HOP SONGS with MALE VOCALS are needed by a Major Record Label for an Award-winning, Chart topping
artist that‟s working on his next record. Please submit radio-worthy, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that could be found sharing a playlist artists like:
Wiz Khalifa: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CiP3jC9CQUk
A$AP Rocky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfVIRigPyws
Meek Mill: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V1cxP2nCBdU
Give them well-structured songs that are melodically, rhythmically, and lyrically compelling, with engaging hooks from top to bottom, and a really memorable
chorus that‟s ready for radio! You‟d be wise to have a really strong vocal performance that generally matches the vibe of the references above. Do NOT submit
any material with unauthorized samples of other artists‟ songs, sounds, or any other form of media. Your overall production needs to be really competitive for this
one! Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the
Company - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Saturday, September 24th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160924HH
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY RAP/HIP-HOP SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a Major Record Label for a newly sign artist that‟s
working on her new album. Although the artist is female, both Male and Female Vocals are welcome for this pitch! Please submit super current Mid-to-UpTempo Songs that could be found on a playlist with artists like (but not limited to) Drake, Tinashe, Chris Brown, etc., etc., etc. Take a listen to the references they
gave us to get an idea of what they need:
“Jump Man” by Drake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhEVUgSn1Ps
“2 On” by Tinashe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-s7TCuCpB5c
“Dueces” by Chris Brown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhBwt9mw7Sk
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Give them fresh and current songs that would appeal to the fans of the references above, with great beats, vocals, and lyrics. Do NOT submit any material with
unauthorized samples of other artists‟ songs, sounds, or any other form of media. Your overall production needs to be really competitive for this one! 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 Label and must
be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday, September 28th, 2016.
TAXI #S160928HH
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY RAP/HIP-HOP SONGS with MALE VOCALS are needed by a Major Record Label for a newly signed artist that‟s
working on his debut record. They‟re looking for fresh, current, Down-to-Mid-Tempo Jams that could be found on a playlist with these references. Take a listen
to the references they gave us to get an idea of the range that could work for this pitch:
“Trap Queen” by Fetty Wap: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_kF4zLNKio
“679” by Remy Boys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pzz4Z-O7710
“New Level” by A$AP Ferg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Srns7NiO278
Give them bangin‟ Songs that have all the appeal of hit songs in the genre, with a rhythmically, melodically, and lyrically engaging approach. Your songs should
have plenty of great ear-candy from top to bottom, with a chorus hook that‟s killer and sounds like a radio hit. Do NOT submit any material with unauthorized
samples of other artists‟ songs, sounds, or any other form of media. Your overall production needs to be really competitive for this one! Please submit one to three
Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Label - No full critiques.
Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 30th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160930HH
Rock Listings
1980‟s INSPIRED POP/ROCK SONGS with Male Vocals are needed by a Major Record Label for a newly signed band that‟s working on their debut album.
They‟re looking for current, catchy, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that could be found on a playlist with Songs like:
“Human” by The Killers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RIZdjT1472Y
“Girls On Film” by Duran Duran:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RWYA9BvxMso
“Shut Up and Dance” by Walk The Moon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6JCLY0Rlx6Q
Quoting the source: “Looking for big Pop hooks, highly stylized Tracks, led by strong synth hooks and edgy programmed drums. Lyrically, evoke a call to arms
for disenfranchised kids. Themes like lost love, chasing your dreams, and being misunderstood but not caring what anyone else thinks will work well for this
band.” Please submit rhythmically, melodically, and lyrically engaging songs that are current, but with an apparent „80s inspiration. You‟d be wise to have a slick,
polished vocal performance and overall production to get them excited about cutting your song. Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics.
All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday, September
7th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160907PR
Rock Listings (continued):
UNIQUE, DREAMY, INDIE POP/ROCK SONGS with Female Vocals are needed by a really large media company for placements in several projects, including
hit cable TV shows, other shows on their own network, and online media. This rapidly growing industry giant is building its own Exclusive, In-House Music
Library and will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Publisher‟s share and Master rights. On top of the per song fee, you will also get 100% of the
Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. They‟re looking for Original, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that could generally be found
on a playlist with these references:
“No Light, No Light” by Florence + The Machine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGH-4jQZRcc
“Gunshot” by Lykke Li: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AIruwzhozTc
“Glass” by Bat for Lashes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLcCu414Ftg
Please submit inventive, haunting, emotional Songs that generally reflect the vibe references above. Your submissions should be well-crafted from start to finish,
with fresh melodies, plenty of ear-candy (melodically, rhythmically, and lyrically), and a great chorus. Your vocals should have plenty of intensity and a certain
amount of “theatrics.” Universal Lyrics that avoid references to specific names, dates, times, brands, and profanity will probably be appreciated, but we don‟t
think they‟re absolutely necessary. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced Songs or Artists in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tone,
and overall live sound. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This new, Exclusive, In-House Library will pay an initial
buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the song track fee, you will also get 100% of the Writer’s share of the
publishing and make applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you submit for this pitch CANNOT be signed
with any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Songs Online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must
be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 11th, 2016.
TAXI #S160911PR
NEW LISTING - CONTEMPORARY, BLUES-inspired ALT ROCK SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a Multi-Platinum Producer who is
always working on projects with several artists or bands at any given time. We recently ran a similar opportunity for this Producer as TAXI Listing #Y160708AR,
but he‟s still looking for more possibilities, so he asked us to run this Listing again. If you made a submission to listing # Y160708AR, please send different
material this time. He‟s searching for edgy, Mid-to-Up-Tempo Songs that could be recorded by bands like (but not limited to):
Band of Skulls: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHycT3MTtu8
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Black Rebel Motorcycle Club: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gn9C1vKd7Gc
The Dead Weather: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98oMvKF-78Y
Give him songs with a gritty sound and style, ear-catching melodies, fresh lyrics, and a big, radio-friendly chorus. Your songs should be well-crafted from start to
finish, with a strong vocal performance that will get the producer and artists‟ attention, and make them want to cut your song! This producer will listen to
stripped-down demos if the song is great, but your recording quality (even for stripped-down demos) needs to be clean, clear, well balanced, and good
enough to represent your song well. 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 11:59PM (PDT), on Friday, September 23rd, 2016.
TAXI #S160923AR
Singer/Songwriter Listings
LIVE-SOUNDING, ACOUSTIC GUITAR-Driven SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a really large media company for placements in several
In-House Music Library and will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Publisher‟s share and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also
get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. They‟re looking for Original Songs in All Tempos that could
generally be found on a live playlist with these references:
“The Other Side” by Jason Derulo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJG-PJTs-hA
“Thinking Out Loud” by Ed Sheeran: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bLQ6U-1nRc
Sam Beam & Jesca Hoop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=syxhhSFNe-c
Give them live performances that are well-performed from start to finish, with acoustic guitar as the primary instrument. Your vocals should be great as well, with
a confident and well-executed performance. Although they‟re looking for the overall performance to sound live, your recording quality still needs to sound good.
Universal Lyrics that avoid references to specific names, dates, times, brands, and profanity will probably work best, but we don‟t think they‟re absolutely
necessary. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced Songs or Artists in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tone, and overall live sound.
Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This new, Exclusive, In-House Library will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of
the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance
income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you submit for this pitch CANNOT be signed with any other publishers or catalogs. Please submit
1-3 Songs Online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on
Thursday, September 8th, 2016.
TAXI #S160908AS
Singer/Songwriter Listings (continued):
MOODY, STRIPPED-DOWN, ACOUSTIC (Piano and/or Guitar) SINGER/SONGWRITER SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a Music
Supervisor-Owned Music Licensing Company that has tons of great placements in Film and TV. Take a listen to the following references to get an idea of the
wide range that will work for this pitch:
“Lost Boy” by Ruth B: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=58TBZnvyGwQ
“Hero of War” by Rise Against: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DboMAghWcA
Please submit emotionally compelling, stripped-down Singer/Songwriter Songs performed with an acoustic guitar or piano, and an emotionally compelling vocal
performance. Your songs should be well-crafted from start to finish, with fresh melodies, compelling hooks in all sections of the song, and a chorus that delivers a
deep emotional impact. Lyric themes can vary, but should be moody and something that would sound appropriate in the Singer/Songwriter genre.
TAXI Tip: The referenced songs were given to us by the Listing company, and we know that lyric in Hero of War is pretty specific. They‟re NOT looking for
lyrics like that so much as they are looking for the overall, stripped-down production heard in the song.
No specific lyric themes were requested, but lyrics that don‟t mention names, places, dates, times, brands, and profanity generally stand a better chance of getting
used in TV shows and films. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists/bands or songs in any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a guide for tempo,
texture, and tone. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). This Company offers both EXCLUSIVE and NON-EXCLUSIVE deals.
The specific deal points will be handled on a case-by-case basis. If you‟re inclined to do an Exclusive deal, please don‟t submit material for this pitch that‟s
already signed with any other libraries or publishers. You must own or control your Master and Composition to submit to this opportunity. Please submit one to
three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Company - No full
critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Saturday, September 10th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160910SS
NEW LISTING - EMOTIONALLY UPBEAT, ACOUSTIC-based SINGER/SONGWRITER SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by an awesome
Music Supervisor-Owned Music Licensing Company with a great track record of placements in Film and TV. All-Tempos will work for this pitch. Please listen to
the following references to get in the general range of what could work for them:
“Be Ok” by Ingrid Michealson:
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vpMI8Qu5fsc
“Faster” by Matt Nathanson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyjQFdeFox8
“What I Wouldn‟t Do” by A Fine Frenzy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zrJA5eDhh9I
“Rock & Roll” by Eric Hutchinson:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PRk0BOki7c
Give them lighthearted, emotionally fun, well-crafted Songs that have welcoming melodies, great hooks in all sections of the song, and a chorus that has a
relatable message. Your vocals should be well-performed, with a confident delivery that‟s right down the lane of the references above. Do NOT copy or rip off the
referenced artists or songs in any way shape of form. Use them only as a general guide for tempo, tone, texture, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed
(great sounding home recordings are fine). This Company offers both EXCLUSIVE and NON-EXCLUSIVE deals. The specific deal points will be handled on a
case-by-case basis. If you‟re inclined to do an Exclusive deal, please don‟t submit material for this pitch that‟s already signed with any other libraries or
publishers. You must own or control your Master and Composition to submit to this opportunity. Please submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include
lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis by a TAXI screener handpicked by the Company - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no
later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 18th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160918SS
NEW LISTING - VINTAGE RECORDINGS of ORIGINAL (no covers) 1970s Era FEMALE SINGER/SONGWRITER STYLE RECORDINGS are
needed by an A-List Publisher for Film and TV sync licensing opportunities. If you‟ve got old recordings that sound like they could be on a playlist with
artists like Carole King, Carly Simon, Linda Ronstadt, etc., you might have just what this awesome publisher needs! Check out these references to hear the
general ballpark of what this publisher needs:
"It‟s Too Late" by Carole King:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Msmnb676RxI
"Anticipation" by Carly Simon:
"It Doesn‟t Matter Anymore" by Linda Ronstadt:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGQXTJQTLM0
NOTE: We know that many of the songs recorded by some of these artists we penned by other writers, and technically speaking they may not be
“singer/songwriters.” But this is the general STYLE of music this publisher needs.
particular time period. The Publisher pays you upfront for the Master rights and the Publisher‟s share of the copyright, and you keep the Writer‟s Share of the
They DO NOT want material that was recently recorded and made to sound old. They can only use AUTHENTIC, ORIGINAL, VINTAGE RECORDINGS, as
will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Wednesday, September 21st, 2016.
TAXI #Y160921SS
NEW LISTING - MOODY, STRIPPED-DOWN, ACOUSTIC SINGER/SONGWRITER SONGS with Male or Female Vocals are needed by a really large media
company for placements in several projects, including hit cable TV shows, other shows on their own network, and online media. This rapidly growing industry
giant is building its own Exclusive, In-House Music Library and will pay an initial buyout fee of $250 for 100% of the Publisher‟s share and Master rights. On top
of the per song fee, you will also get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make applicable performance income. They‟re looking for Original, Downto-Mid-Tempo Songs that could generally be found on a playlist with these references:
“I See Fire” by Ed Sheeran: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2fngvQS_PmQ
“Shiver” by Lucy Rose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1o84y-5-cO0
“Magnetized” by Tom Odell: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4fgzu9Fo66Y
“Stealing Cars” by James Bay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KIrE9LUX6lg
Please submit emotionally engaging, stripped-down Singer/Songwriter Songs performed with an acoustic guitar or piano, with a compelling vocal performance.
Lyric themes can vary, but should be something you‟d expect to hear in the genre. Universal Lyrics that avoid references to specific names, dates, times, brands,
and profanity will probably work best, but we don’t think they‟re absolutely necessary for this pitch. Do NOT copy or rip off the referenced Songs or Artists in
any way, shape, or form. Use them only as a general guide for tone, and overall live sound. This new, Exclusive, In-House Library will pay an initial buyout fee of
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$250 for 100% of the Composition and Master rights. On top of the per track fee, you will also get 100% of the Writer‟s share of the publishing and make
applicable performance income. This Library offers an EXCLUSIVE deal, so the music you submit for this pitch CANNOT be signed with any other publishers or
catalogs. Please submit 1-3 Songs Online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened and critiqued by TAXI and must be received no later than
11:59PM (PDT), on Saturday, September 24th, 2016.
TAXI #S160924SS
NEW LISTING - STRIPPED-DOWN, ACOUSTIC GUITAR-based SINGER/SONGWRITER SONGS with Female Vocals are needed for several $750, Directto-Music Supervisor, NON-Exclusive placements in a Hit DocuSeries on HBO. They‟re looking for coffeehouse style, intimate, Down-to-Mid-Tempo Songs that
you‟d expect to hear on a playlist with artists like (but not limited to) Lori McKenna, Schuyler Fisk, Susie Suh, etc., etc., etc. Take a listen to the references they
gave us to get a general idea of what they‟re looking for:
“The Time I‟ve Wasted” by Lori McKenna: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgrUk5TPd2E
“Fall Apart Today” by Schuyler Fisk:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8TkF7iCaqM
“I Do” by Susie Suh:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QFWjsyjlKnE
Give them heartfelt Singer/Songwriter Songs with a solid acoustic guitar performance and an intimate vocal delivery. Lyric themes can vary, but should be
something you‟d expect to hear during an open mic at a coffee shop. Universal lyrics that avoid references to specific names, dates, times, brands, and places will
make your songs more appealing, but they‟re not absolutely necessary. Please do NOT copy or rip off the referenced artists or songs in any way, shape, or form.
Use them as a general guide for tempo, tone, and overall vibe. Broadcast Quality is needed (great sounding home recordings are fine). The estimated license fee
for this is $750. This is a Direct-to-Director placement, so you‟ll keep 100% ownership of your Master and Composition rights (no publishing splits), plus you‟ll
also get 100% of the sync fee and any applicable performance royalties. You must own or control your Master and Copyright to pitch for this opportunity. Please
submit one to three Songs online or per CD, include lyrics. All submissions will be screened on a Yes/No basis - No full critiques. Submissions must be received
no later than 11:59PM (PDT), on Sunday, September 25th, 2016.
TAXI #Y160925SS
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