KSM Songwriters Competition
Unplugged
Perform your original music live at KSM Music and compete for prizes, recording time, and store credit. Spots are limited.
Bring your original song to KSM Music for our unplugged songwriting competition. Registration Opens May 1st.
Dates & Location
Saturday, May 23rd @ 1:00pm
Main Competition
Monday, May 25th @ 1:00pm
Final round featuring the top 6 contestants from May 23rd
Both events are held at KSM Music.
50 W 400 N, Logan, UT 84321
Rules
- Must be an original song
- Up to 3 performers in a group
- Acoustic instruments only, with the exception of keyboard
- Hand percussion can be used
- KSM will have acoustic guitars and a keyboard available, but you’re welcome to bring your own instrument
- Effects pedals and loopers are allowed
- The top 6 contestants from May 23rd will play again on Monday, May 25th
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded
Prizes
1st Place: Alvarez Laureate LD70e Acoustic/Electric Guitar, $100 KSM Gift Card, Recording Time with Megan Simper, Performance Spot on NPR’s Corner Concert Series
2nd Place: Fishman Loudbox Mini Guitar Amp, $75 KSM Gift Card, SE Electronics V7 Microphone with Mic Stand & Cable
3rd Place: On-Stage Products Recording Bundle, On-Stage Guitar Stool, $50 KSM Gift Card
4th Place: D’Addario XS Strings & Restring Mat, Music Nomad Cleaning Supplies, $25 KSM Gift Card
5th Place: D’Addario XS Strings & T-Shirt, $25 KSM Gift Card
6th Place: D’Addario T-Shirt, $25 KSM Gift Card
Prize Sponsors
Thank you to the brands who helped provide prizes for this year’s songwriting competition.
Judging Criteria
Stage Presence
Appearance, confidence, and ownership of the stage
Lyrics & Arrangement
Song structure, lyrical quality, and composition
Originality
Creative ideas, uniqueness, and artistic identity
Rhythm
Timing, groove, and consistency
Note Accuracy / Pitch
Control, tuning, and performance precision
Spots Are Limited
Registration opens May 1st.