Mornin' Marvin:

Thought I'd give this thread a "bump" because the final message to all of JPF from this is a positive thing. No, your song was not selected but they want more and took the time to tell you.

I don't know your writing routine but suspect you "have a song-cake in the oven" almost all the time. I keep a small box of hand-scribbled notes with one-liners, song ideas and titles as a ready made source of inspiration when the Muse refuses to come around. Mixing writing and recording with day to day activities and needs of the family is the hardest part. I find myself working into the night more and more and it creates a heavy toll on mind and body.

Someday, I'd like to have a round-table discussion with you and others about the process we go through and all of the many facets we must tackle to "churn out a song." As I've said before, it is the loneliest job I've ever attempted.

To me, pitching is the hardest part and it looks like you have a really good handle on that aspect.

All the best,

Dave