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Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 3d

IN THE NEWS

"ASCAP, BMI and SOCAN revealed on Tuesday updated policies to accept registrations of musical compositions partially generated using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. These works will now be registered directly with the individual societies."

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Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 3d

BREAKING NEWS

"In the Udio announcement, UMG said the companies “will collaborate on an innovative, new commercial music creation, consumption, and streaming experience” launching next year."

Read the full Variety article at: tinyurl.com/mpmts38c

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 6d

Join us on 11/4 for our next Lunch and Learn. This next installment will cover the topic of “How To Get Your Music on TV and in Video Games” with CEO of Ari's Take, Ari Herstand, Author and Musician.

Details: Tuesday, November 4th at 12 pm PT. Link to Zoom registration is:
tinyurl.com/3ss6fvy6

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 6d

NEW YORK!! We are back! Join SONA on November 13th for Ask the Insider NYC.

Space is limited and registrations are first come, first served! Attendees who receive a spot will receive an email confirmation.

Registration link at:
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Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 6d

Two weeks ago, we had the honor of awarding Songwriter Toby Lightman with the inaugural Emerging Songwriter Warrior Award presented by YouTube Songwriters!

Check out Toby's YouTube channel and listen to her latest release at: www.youtube.com/c/TobyLightm...

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 9d

Come join us for a day of fun, friends, and family. Unlimited tacos, snacks, and beverages provided. Bring the whole family (including pets!) and enjoy a day of community and laughter in the beautiful Burbank Hills.

For tickets, visit: tinyurl.com/yc59yhaf

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 9d

Join the MLC and SONA on November 5th for the Handle Your Music Biz-Studio Series hosted at Kensaltown Studios!

Jamie Dominguez of The MLC will explain how The MLC collects and distributes streaming royalties, ensuring music creators get paid for U.S. streams.

Please RSVP at [email protected]

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 11d

Next month's In The Room w/ livestream series features a conversation between Songwriter and Singer Fran Hall (Lauren Spencer Smith, ZAYN, Imagine Dragons) and Autumn Rowe, GRAMMY award-winning Songwriter, Singer, Producer, and SONA Board Member.

Livestream: www.youtube.com/live/va8iRHP...

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 11d

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"Milk & Honey, which also runs a sports talent agency and a music catalog M&A brokerage, said in a press release that its new record company will be “the first label to offer songwriters a sizeable amount of gifted master points..."

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Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 22d

The 5th Annual SONA Warrior Awards is tomorrow night and Songwriters of North America is thrilled to honor Girls Make Beats!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on our socials to join in the celebration! We will see you next Sunday ❤️🎶

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 23d

Songwriters of North America is so proud to honor Larry Mestel this Sunday at the SOLD OUT 5th Annual SONA Warrior Awards!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on our socials to join in the celebration! We will see you next Sunday ❤️🎶

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 23d

We are so excited to announce that the 2025 SONA Warrior Awards will feature a live-streamed Black Carpet presented by TikTok and hosted by content creator Daniel Wall!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on Daniel’s and SONA’s socials to keep up! We will see you Sunday ❤️🎶

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 24d

This Sunday, Songwriters of North America will be honoring SONA Board Member and Co-Founder Dina LaPolt at the SOLD OUT 5th Annual SONA Warrior Awards!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on our socials to join in the celebration! We will see you next Sunday ❤️🎶

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 25d

The 5th Annual SONA Warrior Awards is coming up this Sunday and Songwriters of North America is thrilled to honor Chappell Roan!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on our socials to join in the celebration! We will see you next Sunday ❤️🎶

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 26d

Do you have questions about TikTok? Come sit down with Emily Mitchell (TikTok Music). These small group sessions can be used to review your account/content, chat through best practices, or ask any questions you might have!

Tickets for the 2025 Songwriter Summit: tinyurl.com/yu9uffc4

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 26d

Coffee Shop Arena Rock will be hosting a special edition of the popular event honoring the music of songwriting legend Desmond Child. Tickets benefit the SONA Foundation.

Details: 10/11 at The Hotel Cafe. Tickets are available at: tinyurl.com/5n6p3fwz

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 26d

Songwriters of North America is so proud to honor Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis this Sunday at the SOLD OUT 5th Annual SONA Warrior Awards!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on our socials to join in the celebration! We will see you next Sunday ❤️🎶

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 27d

Congratulations to Sophie Hintze for being selected as a finalist for the inaugural SONA Emerging Songwriter Award! This award, presented by YouTube Songwriters, is a new honor recognizing outstanding rising songwriters who are shaping the future of music.

For more information and to vote, visit:

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 27d

Congratulations to bülow for being selected as a finalist for the inaugural SONA Emerging Songwriter Award! This award, presented by YouTube Songwriters, is a new honor recognizing outstanding rising songwriters who are shaping the future of music.

To vote, visit: tinyurl.com/mryzpw5r

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 27d

Congratulations to Alna for being selected as a finalist for the inaugural SONA Emerging Songwriter Award! This award, presented by YouTube Songwriters, is a new honor recognizing outstanding rising songwriters who are shaping the future of music.

To vote, visit: tinyurl.com/mryzpw5r

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · 27d

Congratulations to Ali Stone for being selected as a finalist for the inaugural SONA Emerging Songwriter Award! This award, presented by YouTube Songwriters, is a new honor recognizing outstanding rising songwriters who are shaping the future of music.

To vote, visit: tinyurl.com/mryzpw5r

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · Oct 3

We are so excited to announce SONA Board Member Autumn Rowe (Singer, Producer, Advocate) as the SONA Black Carpet correspondent for the 5th Annual SONA Warrior Awards!

The Warrior Awards are SOLD OUT but follow along on our socials to join in the celebration! We will see you next Sunday ❤️🎶

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Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · Oct 2

Join us on 10/11 at Village Studios for SONA’s Songwriter Summit, featuring a Music Advocacy in Action, a conversation with SONA Board Member Linda Bloss Baum and Jen Jacobsen!

Read more on the panelists and get tickets at: tinyurl.com/yu9uffc4. Tickets are free for SONA Members!

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · Oct 1

The 2025 Songwriter Summit is coming up on 10/11 at Village Studios for SONA’s Songwriter Summit, featuring Credit Where It’s Due moderated by SONAVerse CEO Michelle Lewis with Graham Davies, Maureen Droney, Jamie Dominguez, and Sean Hallarman!

Read more and get tickets at: tinyurl.com/yu9uffc4.

Songwriters of North America @wearesona.bsky.social · Sep 30

IN THE NEWS

“Warrior Awards Week is a powerful moment to bring together every corner of the music industry to celebrate songwriters, honor their impact, and ensure their work is valued and protected,” SONA Executive Director Erin McAnally tells Billboard..."

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