NEWSLETTER 10-18-25 (click to open)
- TSAI
- Oct 18
- 8 min read
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There's a lot of new information throughout please read the entire Newsletter so you're up to speed on everything TSAI
We've been getting feedback that some people are missing out on information that is in these newsletters. Please read the entire message even if it looks like a repeat, It may not be:
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We Want To Hear From YOU! Come to our Tuesday Meetings and Give Us Suggestions on What You Want To Get Out Of TSAI and let's make it happen
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Breaking News:
October is Direct to Sync Month (Dates Subject To Change)
What Does This Mean You Ask!
2 of the 3 Pitches in October are Direct To Sync Meaning That Your Songs will be heard for Movies & TV October 7- Molly Girl Music October 14- Chad Bushnell (Direct to Artist) October 21- Shantell Ogden 10/21 will be an IN HOUSE ONLY Workshop, You Must Attend))
October 28- Nancy Peacock
Due to the nature of putting these pitches together the songs will need to be collected early, and each pitches deadline strictly adhered to.
10/28 Pitch A Pro Nancy Peacock
Looking For:
Emotional Singer Songwriter Drama Songs Appropriate for 911 type shows Pop Rock Car Chase Music Country/Americana Song Submission is from 10/12 12 A.M. CST until 10/19 5 P.M. CST
NO AI Demo's
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Please Follow These Directions
Send your submissions to TsaiNashville@gmail.com ONLY!
Use the Subject Line "10/28 Nancy Peacock Pitch"
Or your song WILL NOT be added to the Pitch
Receiving Songs Any Other Way Is Super Confusing
No submissions will be accepted any other way, Please Do not Text them to me or send to any other email address
If your song is already in your playlist Do Not resend it just email me the title
At Least 2 More Pitches coming before the end of the year. Keep reading your entire newsletters to stay updated. All the info is here folks, if you miss it, it's because you missed it.
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Tuesday 10/21/25
Pitch A Pro Workshop In House Only: Shantell Ogden
Submission is closed
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Saturday 10/18
Shocker Records Presents:
 Turntable Thunder
Saturday 10/16 6-9PM cdt
Come Listen To Vinyl Playing. Bring your own to have played. Make Requests
Thursday went so well they asked me to come back Saturday. Support Local Business that supports TSAI
Monday 10/20/25
Legendary Kimbro's Pickin' Parlor
Hosted By Jenna Marotta
Friday 10/24/25
TSAI Around Town Presents:
Music, Mocha & Mayhem
6-9 PM CST
Come Hang Out, Listen to Music, Play, Check Out The Haunted House Next Door
Whatever Mayhem Haunts Your Melody
Ri'chard will be your host. Please come out and support TSAI, Romeo Records and Cafe as well as TSAI.
All original performers are welcome. No need to sign up. Show up and play
We're asked a lot by performers, How Do I get signed up to play rounds in Nashville?
This is an opportunity, Don't pass it up
Singer/Songwriters come out and support this great new family-owned business. Bring Your Friends to Listen or Play
Contact us for Details: TsaiNashville@gmail.com You will enjoy this!
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DID YOU KNOW?
TSAI Has Merchandise on our website!
Use Coupon Code Newsletter at Checkout to receive 10% off your donation purchase
Coupon Code DOES NOT apply to the annual or monthly pitch program signups
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And The Winner IS:
Tim Laroche
Congratulations to Tim Laroche for winning the entire contest including the Furch Guitar and other guitar goodies
Stay tuned for a different contest to be announced soon
Tone Central Station and Furch Guitars, with assistance from Tennessee Songwriters Association International are PROUD to Present :
ONE GUITAR, ONE VOICE.
This is a Singer/Songwriter contest aimed at showcasing pure talent while keeping it as simple as possible. Our winner will earn the very guitar that each song is performed with, a STUNNING Furch Blue Dc-EM Performance. THAT'S RIGHT!
Every performer will play the very guitar that is the GRAND PRIZE!!!! This is a BEAUTIFUL instrument and valued at almost $2000!!!!!!
We are keeping it simple. Every contestant will perform an original song, written by them.
They will all use the same guitar, strap, cable and mic. No reverb and a flat EQ. There will be assistance with the guitar coming on and going off and the mic will be cleaned between each performance. Each contestant will perform 1 song that is up to 5 minutes in length and no more than 2 times for the entire contest!
Simple, right?
Night 1 was amazing, There were 10 Contestants and 3 of them moved on to the final round in October.
Congratulations to Round 1 finalists Tim Laroche, (Friend of TSAI) Tammy Sue & Carson Deans for moving onto the finals
Congratulations to Round 2 finalists Ainsley, Cheryl Maria, Janna Laroche
Congratulations to Round 3 finalists Daniel Sinclair, Hanna, John Karras.
The highest placing 4th spot winner is Jeff Garrett. Jeff also earns a spot in the Finals
Congrats to the winners of all 3 rounds that are going to the finals.
The Golden Ticket Winners are
Cam Laroche & Billy Masters
Now that the finals lineup is set come out and voyte for your favorites
Months 1-3 are Round 1. We will keep it limited to 30 performers total (10 per month). The top 3 each month will advance to the finals in October. The highest scoring performer from months 1-3 will earn the 10th spot in the finals! So, you could come in 4th in months 1-3 and STILL MAKE IT IN! Also, as a bonus, Jamie and Todd each have a "Golden Ticket" spot for a performer who fails to qualify, that we feel should get a 2nd chance in the final round. This means that up to 12 will make the finals.
So,
BRING YOUR A+++ GAME!!!!
And course, we need you, The Spectators!
You will be a HUGE part of how this contest plays out (pun intended)!We will have 3 judges per night (different judges each month). They will be judging on 10 categories and will account for 60% of your score. The other 40% comes from the audience!
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TSAI Supporter, Randy Barnette has some info we'd like to share:
American Idol Alumni and Songwriter Meghan Woods has a new artist development company called Branded Development Co. She has a lot of really cool things in the works including some heavy industry hitters over the next few months are pretty excited. Randy is the Director of A&R and he's working with developing songwriters as well. Are you an artist looking to take the next step in the industry? Check Them Out!
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Serious Question!
Who Would You Like To See Receive Next Years
LifeTime Achievement
Award?
We've Already Given It To Tony Brown & Bill Anderson!
Email Us and Let Us Know
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Don't Miss
The Headlines!
It's Been 5+ Years in the Making But...
TSAI's
Real Country Music on Radio
Campaign is Seeing the Light of Day!
The Grammy's Have Announced They Are Splitting the Country Music Awards into Traditional Country & Contemporary Country
We Know the Best Way to Do That IS To Split the Billboard Charts
Best Traditional Country Album for albums vocal or instrumental:
"Traditional country includes country recordings that adhere to the more traditional sound structures of the country genre, including rhythm and singing style, lyrical content, as well as traditional country instrumentation such as acoustic guitar, steel guitar, fiddle, banjo, mandolin, piano, electric guitar, and live drums," the Academy states.
The category includes "sub-genres such as Western, Western Swing, and Outlaw country
Best Contemporary Country Album for albums vocal or instrumental:
"The Recording Academy and our voters have had many lengthy debates about how production choices impact musical styles," Mason Jr. said. "However, we want to find as many ways as possible to accurately and honestly honor amazing art. If that requires us to make more space, then we do so. Primarily because we recognize that we do not always have the lines that people use to separate genres perfectly defined, we continually need to refine those standards by listening to the individuals who work within those musical communities to serve them best."
It's not quite the Billboard Charts but It's a Start
And it Started Here At TSAI
Former Executive Director Paul Castoe just did an interview on "In Your Corner" referencing this very topic. Check it out!
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AFTER You Attend Our Tuesday Meeting Please Consider Checking Out This New Writers Night
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Join us at our meeting spot
TONE CENTRAL STATION
"Vibin', baby!"
By Grimey's, next to
Living Waters coffee bar
Reminder, all times given
are Nashville/Central time.
Please adjust to your local time,
we don't want you to miss anything
just because the Earth is round.
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--- IMPORTANT ---
Are you a pitch supporter and want to get your songs in our playlist for pitching Opportunities?
You must be a "Pitch Program"
supporter to participate.
Almost all other services are FREE
and open to everyone!
Mail your flash drives to:
TSAI
P.O. Box 140044
Nashville, Tn 37214
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Twitter (X)
Our account has been revised.
SAME handle as before,
@TennesseesongW1
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NEWS!
TSAI YouTube Channel
"TSAI Nashville" on YouTube
"Songwriters Workshop, Tips from TSAI"
PLEASE SUBSCRIBE!
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Remember, you are now on our website.
Back up and look around!
"Stroll around the grounds
until you feel at home..."
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Meeting Calendar
= Tuesday Night Meetings =
Tone Central Station
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Tuesday 10/14/25
Pitch A Pro Chad Bushnell
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== TSAI Around Town Presents ==
Every Thursday from 3 pm-6 pm
Music, Mocha & Mayhem
With Ri'chard Trest
and a Bevy of Hosts!
@Romeo Records & Cafe
Hermitage TN
Get a Beverage, Pastry, Shop Vinyl & Listen to ALL Original Live Music
Ri'chard will not be hosting for a few weeks, Come support these great and generous hosts
10/09 Host
Ri'chard Trest
Contact us for Details: RichardsCafe@Gmail.com
Thursday 10/16/25
TSAI Around Town Presents:
Music, Mocha & Mayhem
Will be Moving to Friday Nights For The Next Few Weeks
6-9 PM CST
Come Hang Out, Listen to Music, Play, Check Out The Haunted House Next Door
Whatever Mayhem Haunts Your Melody
Instead Come Check Out
Shocker Records Presents:
 Turntable Thunder
3-6PM
Come Listen To Vinyl Playing. Bring your own to have played. Make Requests
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10/20
TSAI Around Town Presents:
Monday Mayhem
Legendary Kimbro's Pickin Parlor Happy Hour Interested in Playing?
Contact TSAIJennaM@Gmail.com
Subject Line "TSAI AROUND TOWN"
For More Details
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OTHER NEWS
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Hey folks, the Government
"raised" the mechanical
license rate from 12.4 cents to
12.7 cents! Hooray!
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TSAI is partnering with our friend
(Award Winning Hit Writer) Chris Wallin,
 to get you his fantastic "Building Great Songs!"
See our Home page for details, TSAI supporters
 get a discount, too!
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TSAI on NCTVN on ROKU TV
TSAI channel on
Nashville Country Television Network
Our Around Town shows and Awards Shows
 are up now, with more coming!
You may need to add NCTVN to your ROKU
On the Home page, scroll down past the
premier networks to "Add a Channel"
Type Nashville Country Television in
 the search box,
select the Logo on the right, and let it load.
Scroll across to the TSAI Channel, and enjoy!
We're under "TV Shows".
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Special news for our performing supporters!
If you're looking for a great option for
merch, contact our sponsor Helen's Pop Art!
 We have worked out a deal for you
as a supporter of TSAI! Links above
and on the website.
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TSAI now has an Instagram account! Â
TSAI Nashville
Twitter, X: TennesseesongW1
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SKILLS WE NEED:
Help Us Implement The Changes You Want to See
TSAI needs help with: IT, website development,
Blog writing, Video editing,
 photography, social media, accounting, and more.
If you'd like to get involved, we'd love
to have you! SHARE-(Volunteer) YOUR SKILLS!
We could get a lot more done,
if we could get more help!
Contact Us: tsainashville@gmail.com
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REAL COUNTRY MUSIC ON RADIO
wristbands are
 available at  tsainashville.comÂ
Please help us convince Radio there should be
 2 separate Country Music formats,
 Pop Country and Traditional Country
Twice as much room for all of us! We've already got the Grammy's Doing It
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RESOURCES
Some recommended
 Recording Studios
Cash Creek   kimo@cashcreekband.comÂ
Dave Smith   makinmusictn1970@gmail.comÂ
Pat Lassiter   patsbass@gmail.comÂ
   Kevin Key   kkproductions@gmail.comÂ
John Heinrich   johnsteelsax@aol.com
Billy Coane   billycoane@gmail.com
Paul Bowen  paulbowenmusic@yahoo.com
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Tennessee Songwriters Association, International
615-582-0176
PO Box 140044,
Nashville, Tn, 37214-0044