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The John Lennon Songwriting Contest is an international songwriting contest that began in 1997. The Contest is open to amateur and professional songwriters who submit entries in any one of 12 categories. The JLSC is open year-round and features two Sessions -- with 72 Finalists, 24 Grand Prize Winners, 12 Lennon Award Winners and 1 Maxell Song of the Year.

You don't need a professional recording. Entries will be judged on originality, melody, composition, and lyrics (when applicable). Your songs may be entered in any of the following categories: Rock, Country, Jazz, Pop, World, Rhythm & Blues, Hip Hop, Gospel/Inspirational, Latin, Electronic, Folk, and Children's. Instrumental compositions are encouraged.

You can submit your lyrics in the body of an email to info@jlsc.com. The subject of the email should be your name/stage name and lyrics, eg: John Smith's Lyrics. The entry will be completed on your behalf, and you will be sent a confirmation via email once the process is completed. You can also submit your lyrics in the "Add A Note" section when applying via OurStage.

HERE’S YOUR CHANCE TO HAVE INDUSTRY TASTEMAKERS HERE YOUR MUSIC! 2009 JUDGES INCLUDE:

Natasha Bendingfield, Ryan Shaw, Fergie, Al Jarreau, Bob Weir, Lamont Dozier, Matt Pinfield, Robin Gibb of the Bee Gees, Jesse Harris, The Black Eyed Peas, The Bacon Brothers and Ken Komisar

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