West Coast Songwriters.org “Performing Songwriter Competition”

The first monthly Smileynote Studios – West Coast Songwriters.org “Performing Songwriter Competition“.  

There were 17 wonderful, diverse original acts, traveling from as far as Seattle and Salem. It took place in Portland, at Macadam’s Bar and Grill.

- Overall Winners - Dan Miller & Lindsey Shaffer, with a solid performance of well crafted songs!

 - Sponsor’s Choice - Tyler Stenson

 - Judge’s Choice - Dan Weber, Lupe, and Chris Kokesh

 - Honorable mention’s - Matt Price, Terry/Donna Lynn Davis, Ron Shaffer, and Dan Lowe

The night was hosted by Daniel Work –  WCS NW CHAPTER Volunteer Director, and singer/songwriter, with lots of appreciated help from his wife!

The Judges were:

Tim Ellis- Uber-guitarist/producer and straight shooting advocate for musical artists

Peter Vaughan Shaver – Trusted local entertainment attorney, music lover.

Patrick Lamb - Grammy nominated NW/Portland based recording artist, singer-songwriter  sax man.

We also raised some cash via the obligatory Singer-Songwriter TIP JAR, all donated to the FOOD BANK.

Visit www.WestCoastSongwriters.org to learn more!