The 10 Year Town Problem...
Roughly 40% of artists are introduced to major record labels by publishers. So if you're wanting to be the next Lizzo, you want a publisher!
But if you've ever tried to get a meeting with a publisher, you know just how hard it can be. Why?
Because publishers rely on referrals from trusted associates to meet songwriters.
Not every songwriter is right for a publishing deal, but when they are, it can still take 5 -10 years to develop the relationships you need to get signed!
We think that's TOO LONG...and that we can help songwriters get there faster!
Meet publishers Sooner!
Discover Sooner connects unsigned songwriters to major publishers and industry professionals faster.
Our mission is to help the next generation of songwriters and artists expand their network of music professionals. Since 2020, we have helped songwriters connect directly with publishers, collaborate with signed and unsigned writers, work with sync agents and music supervisors and have even helped an artist get a manager that lead to a record deal, publishing deal and #1 Billboard CCM "Who I Am".
Great talk with Jacee Badeaux about the BYD, writers and music
Great talk with Jacee Badeaux about the BYD, writers and music
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For an Unprecedented 10th Time, Ashley Gorley Wins ASCAP Country Music Songwriter of the Year!!!
Congratulations Ashley!
from everyone at Discover Sooner!
Press Release: November 11, 2023
Nancy Deckant
My first personal encounter with Ashley Gorley took place on a flight from Nashville to Denver in 2022, just as the pandemic's grip on the world was beginning to ease.
As he boarded the plane with his guitar slung over his shoulder, his presence immediately struck me as familiar, like a melody I couldn't quite place. Fate had it that he ended up occupying the middle seat next to mine, with his wife seated alongside.
In our brief conversation, I soon realized that this was none other than "The" Ashley Gorley. I felt lucky to be at the right seat at the right time! Maybe some of that extra songwriting magic he's not using right now might decide to rub off! Haha! 😄
A week later, back in Nashville, The Universe conspired once more as Ashley and I exchanged knowing nods from opposite ends of the room. This time, at The Ryman before the NSAI Songwriter Awards, an event where he was rightfully honored with the title of "Songwriter of the Decade." (continued...)
Our Services
As songwriters we need music industry relationships. Sooner's services help songwriters build relationships with publishers and meet music professionals faster!
Join our successful songwriters and artists!
Since launching in 2020 our services have helped countless writers make real relationships with major publishers and industry professionals.
What Publishers Say...
Jamie Bruno
Eclipse Music
These songwriters have some of the best songs I've heard in a long time!
Jeffrey Nelson
Blue Canoe Publishing
I believe being competitive in this business involves being on the continual lookout for extraordinary songs and remarkable writers. New platforms and technological approaches that accelerate how fast those songs and writers can come to one's attention is a major plus.
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Debbie Zavitson
Debbie Z Entertainment
Songs and songwriters are why I do what I do. They are ultimately the heart and soul of the music business. I love participating in events and being a part of Sooner!
