Songsmiths are giving budding South African singer / songwriters the opportunity to submit their original music for their catalogue! They are looking for music across all genres. It doesn’t matter if you’re in the music industry (or unsigned), or just have a passion for writing music and you’re not sure what to do with it.
More info about Songsmiths
Songsmiths is a platform where unsigned singer/songwriters can showcase their talent, build up a fan base and access opportunities in music.
They are an indie record label and publishing house based in Johannesburg, South Africa, owned by the multi-talented American producer and musician, Rob Luce.
Since launching in late 2017 and their first project release in 2018, they have been steadily building up their catalogue which now includes 20 rock, pop and experimental tracks from some very talented South Africans – both in the industry as well as from other walks of life.
Songsmiths are now wanting to expand their music inventory by reaching out to any aspiring singer / songwriters and undiscovered talent, or to make contact with those unsigned artists in the industry that might not necessarily know how to get their music published.
The record label feels there’s no better time than now, while the live elements of the industry are still in limbo, to seek bigger, better opportunities for the exciting South African music under their banner.
Songwriters, if you play and sing original songs and feel your songs can compete with the best in the business, send Songsmiths a recording. The recording quality does not need to be at studio level; it’s the quality and authenticity of the song-writing that is being gauged.
Pick up your guitar or sit at your piano and hit record on your phone. Email your demo – either audio or video – to Rob of Songsmiths at rob@songsmiths.co.za and he will make contact should he feel the magic! Alternatively, post it online and tag Songsmiths on Instagram or Facebook.
Even if you aren’t chosen for development, there will be options of getting professional advice and exposure online. You can’t lose!
Right from the outset, it’s been important that Songsmiths have looked at ALL submissions, as Rob quickly came to realise; it’s often when you least expect it that you discover “a diamond in the rough.”
One such example is K-Jo and her single “The Dilemma”
Kelly Johannes (K-Jo) was one of the first artists to audition for Songsmiths. At that time, “The Dilemma” was just her vocal and the signature repeating harmonics line played on her acoustic guitar. She had recorded it herself and it sounded great. Her soulful voice had all the space in the world and the ringing guitar was hypnotic. It was thrilling for Rob to listen to.
K-Jo wrote “The Dilemma” at a time when she was conflicted over whether she should pursue a career in music full-time or go to university to study medicine. Now, while still a full-time medical student, the success of the single has led to the release of its soulful music video. Check it out below…
“The Dilemma” is a pop song that starts out quiet and melancholy, then builds to a triumphant, orchestral finale, carried all the while by K-Jo’s stunning voice. “I still get goosebumps when she sings the last ‘I’ll do better next time.’ Stunning.” says Rob Luce. The single is also available for streaming and downloading across all digital platforms HERE.
Another popular act in the Songsmiths stable is the song-driven rock band, Beautiful Losers. Their newest single “Carry You Home” released on the 6th of August 2021 and is now available for streaming and download across all digital platforms HERE.
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