Welcome to our Thursday Newsletter! Independent musicians have been asking for a level playing field since the music industry first got started. But it always depended on who you knew and who you could get access to. Here at Music Xray, we knew that great A&R tools would need to include an efficient and effective way for the industry to access the best independent songs and talent. The result is a platform that brings state-of-the-art technology to the process of identifying high potential (and opportunity-appropriate) songs and talent. And in the process, we've created a level playing field. Now anyone can get to the industry's top ears and be guaranteed they're listening and that a response will be received. And remember, even if your song isn't selected, your song's ratings influence its visibility to other professionals. You could be contacted when you least expect it. Enjoy this week's newsletter and opportunities. An offer from one of our Industry Partners: Quique Tejada will produce your track for $2,500 Exclusively through Music Xray, Spain's most well-known Producer/A&R man, Quique Tejada will take on three to five productions for $2500 per song. Submissions are absolutely free (no transaction fee, no submission fee) but once Quique chooses a few projects he'll close this drop box.Quique was head of A&R at Vale Music, Spain's largest and most influential label, which was acquired by Universal Music Group in 2006. Quique oversaw the song selections and production style of Spanish superstars such as Latin Grammy winner David Bisbal, and Bustamante. He was in charge of production and coordination for the first five seasons of Operación Triunfo, Spain's version of "Idol", on which he was also an occasional guest judge. He's a successful DJ whose mixes have frequently played in the clubs and made their way to pop radio. He has opened for Pitbull and owns a publishing company that only signs songs Quique feels are hits. Check out these opportunities:Music Submissions forSire Records Sire Records is an American record label, owned by Warner Music Group and distributed through Warner Bros. Records.Current roster includes: Against Me, Eisley, Evan Taubenfeld, Fountains of Wayne, HIM, Jack's Mannequin, LIGHTS, Meg & Dia, Never Shout Never, Regina Spektor, Tegan and Sara, The Spill Canvas Learn More... Seeking tracks for Cee Lo Green Grammy nominated Platinum Producer is looking for left of center, futuristic soul-pop. We'll be submitting full songs and tracks with hooks. Learn More... OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network) Pilot needs music We are working on supplying music for a Pilot for OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network). We can't say much about the details of the pilot but think Lifetime / Hallmark.They want cheesy, sappy songs and instrumentals for potential use on the show. Learn More... Producer looking for songs for Olly Murs Looking for songs to submit for 3rd album. Think pop reggae light slightly more left field and cool like his Single "Heart Skips A Beat" Feat. Rizzie Kicks Learn More... Publisher seeking Indie Rock Eagle-I music is Interested in new indie rock acts. Think acts like Florence & The Machine, Foster The People, Gotye, The Killers, and Fun. Artists similar to those styles of music fit well for his company. Learn More... Beatnik Geek Recordsroster consideration Beatnik Geek Records is London based independent record label.Our aim is to cultivate a self-sustainable business through which artists can release the best records they can possibly produce. Learn More... Massive Online Exposure for your Track / Video Purple Tongue Records is seeking high quality / compelling music or music video submissions to add to their 2013 YouTube video distribution roster. We're looking for artists with a great song, any genre will be considered. Must be relatively high quality (No demos). The important thing is a great song. Learn More... Lloydmobile Productions Seeking Artists for Development Looking for Original Bands and artists of any Genre. The company has worked as A&R for multiple Record Labels. We have teamed up with 101 Distribution to allow Artists, Bands, Labels, and Filmmakers the option of full service distribution without the bureaucracy and fees of a Major Label. Learn More... Pop And Country Superstars Wanted For Label We have the go ahead to line up distribution for any pop and/or country artists with superstar quality. Our artist development team is in high gear, listening to demos of great songs with great vocals and productions. If we hear something we like we could link the chains! Learn More... Success Story: Music Xray band signed to Rock Shop Music after submitting their track to Industry Professional Jeff Blue. Jeff Blue recently signed Australia based rockers "Slow to die" to his label Rock Shop Music Group after hearing their submission on Music Xray. When asked how they made the connection, Jeff said they submitted their song and he felt an undeniable chemistry and so they decided to take the next step. After their initial conversation on Music Xray Jeff set up a Skype consultation with the band, and they both agreed they wanted to work together. Jeff describes the band as having a "flavorful, hardcore, and rough" sound with a "very different form" to their writing. They've recently recorded their new album in LA under Jeff's supervision, and they're currently in the process of mixing the album. Having already garnered significant interest with several high-profile labels, Jeff says it's "very important to get music out there with integrity and making personal calls on a case-by-case basis". Read More... Submit your song to Jeff Blue for consideration Jeff has a number of opportunities he is working on and would gladly consider your music. His specialty is grooming bands for major label success. Do you have what it takes? Jeff was responsible for signing Macy Grey, Hoobastank, Daniel Powter, Linkin Park, and recently he found w.e.r.m. on Music Xray and signed them to Universal Republic. Songs submitted through our Music Xray drop box are given priority consideration, are always heard and you will always receive a response. Learn More...