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Shane Whalen

Shane Whalen

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Director of Community, American Songwriter

Nashville

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Entertainment , Commentary , Music Industry , Film , Television

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Total articles 83

  • A Q&A With The Pour Decisions Promotion Winners, Norman McDonald, Paul Ivy & Laura Rabell

    By Shane Whalen

    Apr. 11, 2025

  • American Songwriter 2024 Song Contest Top 25 Announced

    By Shane Whalen

    Mar. 24, 2025

  • A Q&A With The Pour Decisions Promotion Winners, Norman McDonald, Paul Ivy & Laura Rabell

    By Shane Whalen

    Apr. 11, 2025

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American Songwriter

American Songwriter is a well-established music publication that has been serving music enthusiasts and songwriters since 1984. Founded by Bruce Hurt, the magazine has undergone several ownership changes, with significant improvements in content quality and presentation over the years. Currently, it is owned by Savage Ventures and operates out of Nashville, Tennessee. The magazine offers a variety of services, including in-depth interviews, reviews, features, and contests that explore the craft of songwriting. Its digital content includes streaming music tracks, exclusive artist photo galleries, and embedded music videos. Additionally, American Songwriter provides unpaid internships for students interested in the music industry, available during various semesters. With a readership of nearly 100,000 per issue and over 300,000 unique visitors monthly, American Songwriter has a strong online presence. The publication is led by Editor-in-Chief Lisa Konicki and employs a dedicated team of around 39 staff members.

Nashville, Tennessee, United States

'+1 615-321-6096

Founded: 1984