I hear you, Kiph:

I don't know a single songwriter who does not want folks to hear their songs. The sad fact is... we are living in a world where the song produced in whatever genre or format... had better be the best... or nearly the best it can be. Otherwise, it will never get airtime, cash register rings or any attention. The music industry no longer has "ears"... meaning they do not recognize potential... unless the path is already "paved" for them. (At your expense.)

You have not "made your case" about your song-writing relationship with Chris. It's either a 50/50 split (or something close to that) or you received a "free" demo if that is really what Chris meant???

My intent is not to belittle you or cause anything that might be construed as an insult. I am naturally curious and always want to compare my own situation with others I admire and respect. If you are one of those who "plays his cards" close to his chest... then I completely understand. Our friend Marvin Adcock appears to pay for his demos in Nashville (or close by) and does not participate much in all the "mutual admiration society" most of us do. I suspect he pays more attention to "listens" than comments. Not a bad strategy. I'm guessing he has folks who pitch his songs in Twang-Town and other than being expensive... ain't too shabby if it works well enough to balance the ledger... or bring in the loot.

We do our best to survive in a flawed music business and a Pandemic of epic proportions.

Keep at it, Pal! ----Dave