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Hi, Roy. Thanks so much for starting Broadjam, and allowing independent musicians like myself access premium opportunities. I am so happy to be able to get my music heard, and to submit to opportunities I never would have otherwise had. Since joining recently, I've gotten my single into a podcast I really love, and I got my first sync placement, which is a dream come true. I've been trying to get my instrumentals placed for years, and will continue building that part of my career. I am also a proud Wisconsinite like yourself. Thanks again, take care. Emily Zimmer
Emily, Thanks for the nice note and congrats on your success! I'm glad Shaq liked it! Sometimes we don't know when and where the songs are placed after their signed, so it's good to hear. Also, I checked out your video that was forwarded and great work. All the best, Roy
Thanks for your kind response, and for checking out my material (WOW, Shaq!!!). Keep up the good work. Em
Emily, so awesome to hear of your successes man!!! That's amazing!!! Your accomplishments are well deserved. Roy, i Echo what Emily said. Without Broadjam I would have never had the successes I have had and thousands of other musicians. To date, I have had 5 songs in different top 10 list (3 this past week) and all our music signed to MOTS for global distribution. Amazing, thank you. Keep making that incredible music! Best, Frankie Leets
Hi Roy. I wanted to tell you how much Broadjam has helped me move forward in my career. If it wasn't for my membership, I would never have had the pleasure of working with Johnny Neel and his crew in Nashville. They are the reason I released my first CD, after Doug called me and said, "Johnny wanted me to call you and tell you we think you have something here." I have a number of songs inspired by the 6-pack and other writing contests, one of which I recently produced and recorded in LA as a gnarly blues rock guitar instrumental. I treasure at least a dozen songs that would never have been written without the Broadjam songwriting challenges. Being a member has been the most fun way to learn about the business side of music (if there is such a thing); and I have found Broadjam--and its community--to be a resource like no other. Have a great 2022 and thanks for all you do for songwriters. Hattie Wilcox
Hattie, Thanks so much for the thoughtful comments. But more importantly, thank you for all of the music and the contributions you have made to the Broadjam community. Listening to your music over the years has been nothing less than joyful. Watching you grow and stretch as a writer into different genres is inspiring. After receiving your note, I have been listening to your playlist and realized one more time how wide-ranging and remarkable your songlist is. I just love Cholcolate Buttercream, Miss Hattie Moran's Georgia Rag, Hospital and Rush On the Savannah may be one of the most interesting and captivating pieces of music I have heard in a while. Certainly, I have my favorites from your list and I'm only half-way through, but I haven't heard one yet that isn't well written/produced. Congrats, you just keep getting better and more advanced as a songwriter. Thanks for putting it on Broadjam. I am so glad you connected with Johnny Neel and Doug Jones as they are two of my favorite people on the planet. I spent a lot of time with Johnny when he was on the road with Allman Brothers and wrote a song with him as well. He may be the most versatile and talented musician I have ever worked with. Doug is truly one-of-a-kind as well. A killer guitar player and a great friend. If I lived next door them, I am sure we would find all kinds of ways to get in trouble with loud music LOL. I am also thrilled to know the 6-Pack and other songwriting challenges are helping you stretch outside of your comfort zone. Stay tuned for more good stuff coming down the road as we plan on expanding the songwriting competitions and relaunching the new 6-Pack as well. Thanks again for the wonderful note. You made my day! Roy PS - Just as I was finishing this up, Hit and Run came up in your playlist and I'm smiling from ear-to-ear.
Hi Roy. Johnny and Doug, and Dennis and Daryl (and Johnny's wife Christine on backing vox) arranged and recorded at least 40 songs for me from 2007 to present, not to mention all the great info and advice over the years. Hit and Run is a Broadjam-born song. I wrote it for a challenge BJ offered years ago with a selection of music beds for participants to write to. I loved the rock track, and dark lyrics streamed out pronto from I-don't-know-where! It's a song that requires much more vocal power and attitude than I've developed, and since lyrics are heavy-metal dark, I sang a scratch vocal years ago and just last fall decided to finish it as an instrumental, to license as backing for sports media. Another of my favorites was from a BJ challenge to write a birthday song. I was so irritated and remember thinking: "Well, there's the standard, and then the Beatles wrote one. What more can there be?!?! I ended up writing two! The first was a goofy novelty tune that has stood the test of time; the drums and bass (bass solo sounding a bit like a tuba) constituted the first production track I licensed. The second song landed on my debut CD, arranged and played by Johnny. I was sitting at the piano one day, still in my frowny mood about the likelihood of a decent birthday song, and the opener popped into my head: "Well, I'm too old for toys / but I still eat cake / so come by my house later / and help me celebrate... and continued into a playful, sexy mood: Will you be my present / will you keep me up late / blow out all of my candles / and untie this bow... BJ challenges can function as a songwriting class with effective and intriguing writing prompts, in a format that's pure fun, much more so than a typical lyric-writing class. I'm always interested in listeners picks and song-specific comments. Hattie
Thanks for the endorsements, Roy. I couldn't see for what they were. A bit lost there. - Ingvi Thor K.
Ingvi Thor, Thanks for the note and all the music over the years.....I will look into the endorsement comment. There a few features we are still working on and we'll keep you posted. All the best, Roy
Hi Roy, thank you so much for the kind words on "Wonder Boy" I am honored. So is the singer. I appreciate all you do!
Randall, Thanks for the note. Great song, great singer, I just loved everything about it. All the best, Roy
Hi Roy. I live far away in Ghana. During the lockdown I got my producer Stephen Wrench to record my new single SignOut66 remotely. I would be pleased if you could listen to it and tell me your opinion. Thanks for your time. https://funkmata.net
Hey Funkmata, Hope all is well in your world. Here are my thoughts. Love the feel of the this. At first, it reminded a little of Curtis Mayfield, then it got a little heavier. Great opening groove that captures the listener immediately and has a good melody throughout the song. When the lead guitar came in at 19 seconds, I thought of The Munsters theme song. This is a compliment as I loved this as a kid and still do as it is one of the greatest tv theme songs ever. I am not sure why I went there, but it might be the first couple of notes of the guitar part....Being a synth geek, I love the part and player as well. Kudos to him/her and all the players and producer on this. Good sound choices and performances by the everyone. It is clear this band really connects and plays well together. Sign Out 66 is a quality piece of music and could find it's way to success in film and tv with some edits. Please read on. Some noise throughout the song coming from the electric guitar, examples at 55 seconds and 1:01. While it's probably the style of the player who is simply grooving and scratching, it jumps out on small speakers. On larger speakers it is not as obvious as it is more divorced from the rest of the instruments. However, I think because of this, it would probably get passed quickly in the tv world. If I was producing, I would surgically pull this part down in the mix or have the guitar player recut and back off a little at these moments. (I am reluctant to suggest this as it is certainly part of his/her groove.) In summary, great groove, good players, good production. If it was my song, I would tweak the mix just a little. Hope this helps. Stay safe. Roy
Thanks Roy. Your input was exceptionally helpful. The track was recorded during the lockdown with pro session men in Nashville. It was produced by Stephen Wrench of https://musikandfilm.com fame. Cheers.
Just love this song
I love this song, all the time I hear iy,
How is the man, the myth, the legend during these corona virus times? Hope you are well
I am doing well, healthy and safe. I hope the same for you. As a precaution, I was tested a few days ago and everything is ok. Keep producing and we're all coming out on the other side of this much stronger. Peace.
Hi Roy - Been meaning to reach out and say Thanks for the 5-star rating of my song Step Off. Really means a lot! Also, I appreciate for your vision and facilitating such a wonderful journey with Broadjam over the years! Best - B Rob
B Rob, Thanks for nice note and being on Broadjam. You have always been one of my favs on the site. Stay safe and keep making great music. Peace, Roy
Thank you so much for your endorsement, Roy. I sincerely appreciate it.
Thank you very very much for the endorsement, it made our day! A big hug from the whole family on sunny Tenerife!
Many thanks for adding my track to Founder CLASSICAL, Mike.
No problem Michael. Excellent work!
Wonderful site Roy, really helping my music career. (I'm actually a full time farmer and fit this in around 12 hour days! So it's nice to have a site that works efficiently compared with others I've used.) Mike.
Michael, I just moved closer to town recently after living on a farm for 17 years. I miss the planting season and watching the corn come in. Two of our former neighbors still farm our land and I miss them as well. In fact, I am heading out there today to 'walk the land'.....Thank you not only for your great music, but for being a farmer. I have great respect for everyone who works the land....I am going to send a private email and introduce you to a very good friend of mine who is an amazing musician and farmer like you....All the best to you, Roy
Hi Roy, message received! I'll give him a shout, very thoughtful of you, thanks. Glad to hear you have a connection with the land, as a farmer I can see most of the world has lost this important 'connection', everybody should at least get the chance to stand in a field very early in the morning and take it all in, bird song, animals going about their business etc, very powerful. I think in the present climate we are getting more thanks usual, around here everyone is stuck in doors whilst we work in the fields around them, they are seeing how much effort is required, but we're just doing our job we were born for. Music keeps me sane to be honest, thanks again for you time, stay safe. Mike.
thanks so much Roy for awarding stars to each of gave JPZI 7. Sunrise Explosion, JPZI 10. Uplifting Mountain Ridges and JPZII 1. Mystery Toyshop! This collaboration between Starburst Records & Jean Paul Zoghbi has now spanned 11+ years and has been very exciting. best wishes, jay
Congrats! I love his work and yours as well. Keep it up. Best, Roy
Hi Roy! Met you briefly after your event in the Dream Bank last month. Thanks for doing those events and sharing your platform there! I've had 2 opportunities selected since joining which is very exciting! Much appreciated! Ben
Thanks, Roy for your critique of "North of the Rio Grand"...very constructive and objective! Greg
Hello Ray! Thanks for this site. I grew up in north Detroit... where sould and rock were born. When you get a chance check out my newest tune Deepest Garden I posted Dec 2019. THANK YOU!
Hi Roy, Many thanks for the endorsements they are much appreciated. Bob
Hello Roy, I want to thank you for the five star rating you did for my song "Melting Crayons" (band name: Cyclops Cow). Regards, Lindsay Feuling
Also Roy, the MAMA awards Blew Me Away! I'm Taking this back to Panama City Right Now! What A Gift to My City! Catnip
Thanks for this as well. It is now 16 years old and we're getting the hang of it. If you need input, let me know as I would be happy to help.
Roy! That was just about the best time ever! Your everything was on fire! Will never forget it! Catnip
Catnip I am so glad you could make it. We love what we do and we live in a great environment to do it. I hope to see you next year. You rock!
Roy! You have created the Most Beautiful Musical Happy Land! Thank You So Much and See You in June! Catnip Pat
Hey Roy, didn't know you knew Gregg Allman. I just read his book, My cross to bear. probably one of the better autobiographies I've read. Years ago I had a long spiritual conversation with Jaimo. There is a story with that one :) have a great weekend bud. Mitch
Hey Mitch, Sorry for the delay. I was very fortunate years when our paths crossed. I was at Ensoniq and spent a little time them. Hope you are well. Roy
Thanks for the playlist add Roy on your POP 2019 with Raindrops are Tears. Hope your 2019 is amazing! Diana
Hey there Roy - thanks for putting my songs in your Blues Play list 2019 - So appreciate it and all you do for the music scene ! Tony DiPofi
You rock brother! Keep ripping it up.
Thanks Roy. - Cheers brother !
Hey Thanks Roy - for adding my song, "Over the Hill" to one of your playlists. Appreciate the listen. Wish I could find a home for this baby with a license... ha!
Hi Roy, Thanks for the 2019 playlist additions of "In A Ghetto De Vida" and " Amor De Mi Corazón". I'm so glad you enjoyed them.... kenney
Dear Roy, Let me share you how happy I am to see that you added two of my songs to the Pop 2019 playlist! I am very grateful. Thanks a lot! I wish it could help me to get some little recognition out there ;) that would be really great! All the best, Sébastien
Thank you Sir for adding Baby I Don't Lie to the Country 2019 playlist. Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Happy Holidays to you and yours. Sincerely LJ aka Cadillak.
Hi Roy Thanks for putting two of my songs on your Country 19 playlist. I really appreciate it. Alan
Hello Roy, Hope all is well. Thanks for the pl adds..much appreciated! Best, Mike
Thank you Sir, Roy Elkins, for adding my Serenade Opus 32. To the Latin 2019 Playlist. Thanks to you, this work has circled the globe. And thank you for allowing me to host my piano works on Broadjam all these years. It's the best venue online to showcase ones musical works. My warmest regards from Tucson, Arizona. Alvaro Guevara y Vazquez, American Romanticist Composer, B.M.I. Teutonic Knight of the German Order of Saint Mary's Hospital of Jerusalem. Gott Mit Uns.
thanks roy for adding my song to playlist
Hey Roy Thanks so much for the add of I AM The Eagle. Really appreciate the support sir. Cheers RD
Thanks for the playlist add Roy.i appreciate it. hope all is going well. i will eventually get around to membership again. eventually lol. cheers