Esongwriter.com Announces Its 2010 Songwriting Winners

Online, February 28, 2011 (Newswire.com) - 2010 was the official launch of a new kind of international songwriting contest from Esongwriter.com. Winners have been announced from their first round and can expect prizes from special appearances, interviews, articles, gear, record deals, licensing, publishing deals and discounts on services. With the music industry going through an overhaul of changes, Esongwriter jumps in to bridge the gap between artists and gigs, film and television. "The right songs can generate thousands of dollars for artists around the world." says Christa Coir, CEO of CJC Music Associates and Publishing and the Entertainment Paralegal for CorberLaw. "We are hoping to find some real talent! This contest could take your career up the next two levels." Esongwriter offers industry professionals and labels the ability to associate with a contest to help bring new awareness to their business and find talent to work with.

What makes this contest unique is in that they are offering prizes that will enhance the career of the independent songwriting professional or music artist. There are two contest division rounds each year (semi-annually) and there are 26 genres acceptable to submit through. 10 top winners were chosen from the adult division and one winner from the youth and instrumental division. The winners will receive a combination of awards, prizes and discounts on services, industry gear and other items that are exclusive for songwriters and artists. One grand prize winner will be selected for a record deal in 2011. Winners and their songs will be announced on the CJC Music Radio Network - Music Business Showcase March 1st 2011 @7pm EST/4pm EST broadcasted through Blog Talk Radio, iTunes and social networks. www.cjcmusicradio.com

Sonicbids was the official online submission portal for digital song submissions and EPK's. For information on how you can enter or donate/sponsor prizes: www.esongwriter.com

Top 10 Winners: Saith - "Now's The Time" 2 Late - "Catch The Wave (Mix 4)" Bigblindspecial - "Save Our Song" Malea McGuinness - "Spinning" No Leg Joe - "Wonderful (KJA)" Marla Lewis - "Mighty Jackie the Strikeout Queen" Chris Volpe - "Don't Go" Alex Robotham - "Mr. G.O.D" Chatham Street - "Over Now" Alex Justin - " I'm On My Way"
Youth Division Winner: Samantha Foggle - "Just A Dream"
Instrumental Division Winner: Eduardo de la Iglesia - "From Despair to Glory"
12 Honorable Mentions