The John Lennon Songwriting Contest and the 2017 NAMM Show

The John Lennon Songwriting Contest will be reserving 2 slots for Sonicbids artists at the 2017 NAMM Show. The 2 winners will receive an extensive prize package including over $12,000 worth of gear and all access passes to the 2017 NAMM Show.

Founded in 1901, NAMM has been the engine driving the music products industry, enabling both large and small businesses to maximize productivity and reduce the costs of doing business. With more than 9,000 Members in the United States and 100+ other countries, NAMM is ultimately dedicated to expanding the market and giving people of all ages the opportunity to experience the proven benefits of making music.

The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus will be hosting performances at the 2017 NAMM Show, taking place January 20-22, 2017 in Anaheim, CA. There are TWO slots available for Sonicbids members. Each winner will receive a performance slot at the NAMM show and will also bring home a JLSC prize package! Selected artists will be responsible for their own travel, accommodations and expenses.

• Contest is open to range of genres including Rock, Country, Jazz, Pop, World, R&B, Gospel/Inspiration, Latin, Electronic, Folk, Children's Music, Hip-Hop
  

Two selected artists will each receive: 
• NAMM Show performance slot on the main stage in the Grand Plaza
• NAMM Artist Badges
• Professional live music video recording of performance courtesy of the Lennon Bus
• Audio-Technica System 10 handheld mic 
• Digital Media Academy gift certificate good for one week of camp in UCSD, UCLA, or Irvine 
• Disc Makers (200) 12” Vinyl Full-color Euro Jackets
• Epiphone Casino Guitar & Hard Shell Case
• Genelec 8010 Studio Monitors & Carry Bag 
• Mackie ProDX4 Wireless Digital Mixer 
• Neutrik custom John Lennon Educational Tour Bus cable & connectors
• OWC (Other World Computing) On-The-Go Pro 1TB Hard Drive
• Propellerhead Reason