American Songwriter is excited to announce the official 2023 Lyric Contest Grand Prize Winner.
We are honored to have Ray Fulcher, the 2023 Dream Co-Write songwriter, make the official announcement below.
The six bi-monthly contest winners eligible for the Grand Prize include: Tracy Richardson (Jan/Feb), Lacy Green (March/April), Craig Hendricks (May/June), Christine Merritt (July/Aug), Eryn Michel (Sept/Oct), and Trent Fisher (Nov/Dec).
One of these talented songwriters will be awarded the “Dream Day on Music Row” prize package including:
- Co-write with Ray Fulcher
- Full-band demo recording session at OmniSound Studios
- Lodging at The Union Station Hotel
- And more!
Ray Fulcher Announces the 2023 American Songwriter Lyric Contest Grand Prize Winner
Listen to the full song (words & music) here: Thanks again to everyone who participated this year!2024 Lyric Contest Open Now!
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