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Restless World Music single "Second by Second" earns an Outstanding Achievement in Songwriting award from the Great American Song Contest
March 30, 2023: For a seventh year, a song by Restless World Music was recognized in the Great American Song Contest (GASC). Over 1,800 songwriters from 41 countries competed in the 24th Annual GASC, and GASC judges gave "Second by Second" – an R&B/Pop/Jazz song – an Outstanding Achievement in Songwriting award for being a top-5 song in the Hip-Hop/R&B category. GASC judges praised "Second by Second" for its "instantly memorable title & hook" and noted that the song's "original self-actualization inspired theme comes across brilliantly." "Second by Second" is the fifth Restless World Music song to win a songwriting award from the GASC.
For the 24th Annual GASC winners page, click: https://www.greatamericansong.com/winners.php
For the 24th Annual GASC winners page, click: https://www.greatamericansong.com/winners.php
NYS Music coverage of "Second by Second" Lyric video
May 22, 2022: Music website NYS Music provided coverage of the release of Restless World Music's lyric video for "Second by Second." Produced by Restless World Music using Adobe After Effects software and a rich selection of 1080p video clips, the video delivers a cinematic feel that enhances the mood and meaning of the song. To read NYS Music's coverage of "Second by Second" click: https://nysmusic.com/2022/05/22/restless-world-release-lyric-video-for-second-by-second/
"Second by Second" reviewed by Caesar Live N Loud
April 23, 2022: Music blog Caesar Live N Loud reviewed Restless World Music's latest release "Second by Second" today, calling the song "a super smooth piece of Contemporary R&B." To read Caesar Live N Loud's coverage of "Second by Second" click: https://www.caesarlivenloud.com/2022/04/restless-world-music-shares-new-single-second-by-second.html
"Bridges are Collapsing" reviewed by Alfitude
January 17, 2022: Alfitude, a new music tastemaker site based in London and established in 2010, reviewed Restless World Music's latest release "Bridges are Collapsing" today, writing that "featuring the vocal talents of JOSEPH, ‘Bridges are Collapsing‘ is a melodic and memorable blend of R&B and pop that’s all about the collapse of communication." To read Alfitude's coverage of "Bridges are Collapsing" click: https://alfitude.com/2022/01/17/new-music-restless-world-music/
"Bridges are Collapsing" reviewed by NYS Music
January 17, 2022: NYS Music reviewed Restless World Music's latest release "Bridges are Collapsing" today, writing that "[t]he song is perfectly crafted as it conveys the emotion of previously stable things in your life as they fall down. The lyrics, “Bridges are collapsing / there goes everything” accurately explain the feeling when things are not working out, and you’ve given up...This song is important in the new life with the pandemic, as everything around us is collapsing, but we do have one thing to keep us grounded, the art of music. Featuring JOSEPH on vocals, “Bridges Are Collapsing” is hauntingly beautiful..." To read NYS Music's coverage of "Bridges are Collapsing" click: https://nysmusic.com/2022/01/17/restless-world-music-releases-bridges-are-collapsing/
"Diaspora" reviewed by The Further
November 10, 2021: The Further, a music magazine based in Paris and Berlin, reviewed Restless World Music's latest release "Diaspora" today, praising the song for its "beautiful musical authenticity as well as extraordinary creativity." To read The Further's coverage of "Diaspora" click here. En Français, cliquez ici.
"I No Go Play" reviewed by NYS Music
July 30, 2021: NYS Music reviewed Restless World Music's latest release "I No Go Play" today, writing that "[t]he new song perfectly represents Restless World Music’s brand of writing songs that combine different cultural influences and musical genres by combining Afrobeats, Reggaeton and R&B." To read NYS Music's coverage of "I No Go Play" click: https://nysmusic.com/2021/07/30/restless-world-music-releases-new-afrobeats-single/
Lyric Video for Restless World Music single "Precipice" premiered by NYS Music
May 23, 2020: NYS Music premiered the lyric video for "Precipice" – an R&B "trap ballad" by Restless World Music. Pete Mason, co-publisher of NYS Music, writes that the song "celebrates all creators and those who stay the course towards achieving their dreams, even when the road ahead is uncertain." To read NYS Music's coverage of the "Precipice" lyric video release, click: https://nysmusic.com/2020/05/03premiere-restless-worlds-soul-filled-precipice/
Restless World Music single "Precipice" recognized as a Finalist (Top Five Song) in SongwriterUniverse.com's May 2020 "Best Song Of The Month" Contest
May 9, 2020: "Precipice" – an R&B/Trap/Pop song by Restless World Music – was recognized by SongwriterUniverse as one of five "Best Songs of the Month." SongwriterUniverse.com, founded in 2001 by former major publishing company president Dale Kawashima, runs a monthly contest, recognizing the "Best Song of the Month" and four finalists, and publicizing all five songs on its website each month. This is the second time that a Restless World Music song has been recognized as a finalist in the "Best Song of the Month" contest. In his song evaluation of "Precipice," Dale said, "I enjoyed listening to this song; I think it’s one of the best songs you’ve submitted."
For the May 2020 SongwriterUniverse "Best Song of the Month" songs, click here
For the May 2020 SongwriterUniverse "Best Song of the Month" songs, click here
Restless World Music single "Precipice" covered by music blog Volatile Weekly
May 4, 2020: Volatile Weekly advised its 1,537 Twitter followers to "Check out this track from Restless World Music": Restless World Music's single "Precipice" (released 4/24). Jarod at Volatile Weekly published the coverage based on a Restless World Music Press Release for "Precipice."
For Volatile Weekly's coverage of "Precipice" click here
To stream or buy "Precipice" click here
For Volatile Weekly's coverage of "Precipice" click here
To stream or buy "Precipice" click here
Restless World Music single "Cyclone" earns an Outstanding Achievement in Songwriting award from the Great American Song Contest
March 30, 2020: For a sixth year, a song by Restless World Music was recognized in the Great American Song Contest (GASC). Over 2,000 songwriters from 44 countries competed in the 21st Annual GASC, and GASC judges gave "Cyclone" – an R&B/Trap/Pop song – an Outstanding Achievement in Songwriting award for being a top-5 song in the Hip-Hop/R&B category. GASC judges praised "Cyclone" for its "instantly memorable symbolic hook" and its "smartly inventive melodic design." "Cyclone" is the fourth Restless World Music song to win a songwriting award from the GASC.
For the 21st Annual GASC winners page, click: https://www.greatamericansong.com/winners-2019.php
For the 21st Annual GASC winners page, click: https://www.greatamericansong.com/winners-2019.php
Restless World Music single "Cyclone" praised in review by NYS Music
November 23, 2019: In a review of the Restless World Music single "Cyclone" - released November 22 - Pete Mason, co-publisher of NYS Music, writes that "Cyclone" is a "haunting R&B single" and notes that "no matter how you’ve experienced love leaving your life, “Cyclone” illuminates the feeling that is left behind. Showcased by an inspired male vocal bringing heat over a dark atmospheric R&B/trap beat, lyrics such as “my life’s a ghost town, when you’re not around” will hit home." To read Pete's review of "Cyclone" click: http://www.nysmusic.com/2019/11/23/restless-world-music-drops-haunting-rb-single-cyclone/
Restless World Blog cited by Cliff Goldmacher
May 27, 2016: In a Facebook post, Cliff Goldmacher - songwriter, producer, engineer, author, and owner of recording studios in Nashville and Sonoma - referred his readers on Facebook, Twitter and Google+ to Restless World's latest blog on crafting a strategy for your music. See the Facebook Post below. Thanks for your support Cliff!
Restless World Music recognized for rare accomplishment by the Great American Song Contest
April 26, 2016: In a Facebook post, the Great American Song Contest (GASC) recognized Restless World Music for winning first-place awards in two different categories. In the 17-year history of the GASC, only two songwriters have accomplished this rare feat. See the post below:
Five Years in a row of recognition in the Great American Song Contest capped off with first-place win for "Orbit" in R&B/Hip Hop
March 2016: For the fifth year in a row, a song by Restless World Music was recognized in the Great American Song Contest (GASC). Over 1,700 songwriters from 44 countries competed in the 17th Annual GASC, and "Orbit" – an R&B/Trap song – won first place in the R&B/Hip Hop category. GASC judges praised "Orbit" for its "consistently engaging lyrical story and smartly devised melodic structure." As a first-place category winner, Orbit was entered in the GASC's 2015 Hall of Fame.
For the GASC 2015 Hall of Fame page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/hall-of-fame2015.php
For the 17th Annual GASC winners page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/winners2015.php
Another Restless World song - "Mirror" - placed as a finalist in the Adult Contemporary category and was praised for its "tasteful melodic phrasing" by GASC judges.
For the GASC 2015 Hall of Fame page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/hall-of-fame2015.php
For the 17th Annual GASC winners page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/winners2015.php
Another Restless World song - "Mirror" - placed as a finalist in the Adult Contemporary category and was praised for its "tasteful melodic phrasing" by GASC judges.
A song by Restless World Music is a Finalist in the 16th Annual Great American Song Contest
March 2015: For the fourth year running, a song by Restless World Music was recognized in the Great American Song Contest. "Distorted" – an EDM/Pop song – was a Finalist in the Pop category of the 2014 16th Annual Great American Song Contest (GASC). Over 1,500 songwriters from 40 countries entered the 16th GASC, and songs listed as Finalists all were scored near the top of their respective categories by GASC judges. For the 16th Annual GASC Pop category Finalists page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/honorary-2014.php#POP
A song by Restless World Music is a Finalist in the 15th Annual Great American Song Contest
March 2014: "Earthquake" – a pop/reggae/R&B song by Restless World Music – was a Finalist in the Pop category of the 2013 15th Annual Great American Song Contest (GASC). Over 1,600 songwriters from 43 countries entered the 15th GASC, and songs listed as Finalists all were scored near the top of their respective categories by GASC judges. This is the third year running that Restless World songs have been recognized by judges in the Great American Song Contest. For the 15th Annual GASC Pop category Finalists page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/honorary-2013.php#POP
A song by Restless World Music is a Finalist in the 14th Annual Great American Song Contest
March 2013: A song by Restless World Music – "This Sun Will Never Set" – was a Finalist in the Pop category of the 14th Annual Great American Song Contest (GASC). Nearly 1,500 songs were entered in the 14th GASC, and songs listed as Finalists all were scored near the top of their respective categories by GASC judges. This is the third Restless World song recognized by the GASC in two years. For the 14th Annual GASC Pop category Finalists page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/honorary-2012.php#POP
Two songs by Restless World Music are Winners in the 13th Annual Great American Song Contest
March 2012: Two songs by Restless World Music – "Climb Back Up" and "Radiance" – were winners in the 13th Annual Great American Song Contest (GASC). "Climb Back Up" was selected by GASC judges as the First-Place winner in the Pop/Top 40 category; and "Radiance" was selected as a Top 5 winner in the Hip-Hop/R&B category. GASC judges include several notable songwriting, A&R and music publishing experts, including Pat Pattison, John Braheny and Pamela Phillips-Oland. The 13th Annual GASC received entries from over 1,500 songwriters from 43 countries, so having two songs selected as winners in the contest is a significant accomplishment. As a first-place Pop-category winner, the song "Climb Back Up" has been included in the GASC's 2011 Hall of Fame.
For the GASC 2011 Hall of Fame page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/hall-of-fame2011.php
For the 13th Annual GASC winners page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/winners-2011.php
For more information on the GASC, click: http://www.GreatAmericanSong.com
For the GASC 2011 Hall of Fame page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/hall-of-fame2011.php
For the 13th Annual GASC winners page, click: http://www.greatamericansong.com/winners-2011.php
For more information on the GASC, click: http://www.GreatAmericanSong.com
QUOTES AND REVIEWS
"Rarely has any songwriter won two categories of the Great American Song Contest in the same year, yet Larry Hamlet managed that feat with ease in 2011. As a songwriter, he’s clearly a force to be reckoned with. His songs are smartly crafted, full of purpose and engagingly appealing to a wide range of audiences." – Steve Cahill, Founder and President of the Songwriters Resource Network
"Nothing but good music here people. Perfectly crafted."– RHS Productions (http://www.reverbnation.com/rhsproductions)
"I was very moved by this wonderful song! The simple yet meaningful theme is beautifully written. So I eagerly inform you that this song has qualified to be a finalist in the pop category of the “14th Annual Great American Song Contest.” Keep up the great work! It’s always refreshing to hear sweet compositions like this one and it’s been a pleasure listening. Good luck and keep at it!" – Judge's comments on "This Sun Will Never Set" for the 14th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"This is great songwriting! The hook is fresh, engaging and easily relatable. The melodic aspects perfectly capture the emotional tone of the song." – Judge's comments on "Earthquake" for the 15th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"There’s no doubt that you have talent for poetic metaphor. And the title/hook uniquely captures the essence of the tumultuous relationship premise. Impressive work! Congratulations and keep writing!" – Judge's comments on "Distorted" for the 16th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"The symbolic lyrical poetics are outstanding. Along with the relatable premise and cohesive R&B/pop musical motif this song really stands out." – Judge's comments on "Orbit" for the 17th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"Lyric:
i. Strong metaphor
ii. Great rhyming work
iii. You also understand the value of words that sound great when sung. Bravo!"
- comments from Cliff Goldmacher's written critique of "Orbit"
"This song clearly demonstrates your pop songwriting prowess. The tasteful melodic phrasing expresses a sad yet heartfelt warmth. Along with the relatable, personal positivity message this song really stands out." – Judge's comments on "Mirror" for the 17th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"Competent R&B musical aspects engage throughout, and the cleverly assimilated metaphor impressively characterizes this relatable theme." – Judge's comments on "Cyclone" for the 21st Annual Great American Song Contest.
"I enjoyed listening to this song; I think it’s one of the best songs you’ve submitted for song evaluation. Your demo production is very good; it has a modern pop/soul quality with excellent musicianship. The female vocalist is very good, and she does a good job of conveying the emotion of the song and lyrics. I also like the female vocal harmonies in this demo; it adds to the hook and to the fullness of the arrangement. The melody is well crafted in each section, especially the chorus which has the good harmonies. So the whole song flows pretty nicely...this is good song that has feeling and emotion, and has a demo that is well sung and produced." - comments from a song evaluation of "Precipice" by Dale Kawashima, Founder and CEO of SongwriterUniverse, and former President of ATV Music and of the publishing division of Giant Records.
"The new song perfectly represents Restless World Music's brand of writing songs that combine different cultural influences and musical genres by combining Afrobeats, Reggaeton and R&B." – NYS Music review of "I No Go Play"
"Revendiquant une belle authenticité musicale ainsi qu’une créativité hors norme, le morceau est réalisé avec finesse et respect de la musique dans toute sa splendeur." – The Further review en français of "Diaspora"
"The song is perfectly crafted as it conveys the emotion of previously stable things in your life as they fall down. The lyrics, “Bridges are collapsing/there goes everything” accurately explain the feeling when things are not working out, and you’ve given up...This song is important in the new life with the pandemic, as everything around us is collapsing, but we do have one thing to keep us grounded, the art of music. Featuring JOSEPH on vocals, “Bridges Are Collapsing” is hauntingly beautiful..." – NYS Music review of "Bridges are Collapsing"
"Featuring the vocal talents of JOSEPH, ‘Bridges are Collapsing‘ is a melodic and memorable blend of R&B and pop that’s all about the collapse of communication." – Alfitude review of "Bridges are Collapsing"
"This original self-actualization inspired theme comes across brilliantly. The instantly memorable title & hook expressively personifies the idea. Ultimately it stays true to its compositional goals, impressively demonstrating your songwriting talent." – Judge's comments on "Second by Second" for the 24th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"Rarely has any songwriter won two categories of the Great American Song Contest in the same year, yet Larry Hamlet managed that feat with ease in 2011. As a songwriter, he’s clearly a force to be reckoned with. His songs are smartly crafted, full of purpose and engagingly appealing to a wide range of audiences." – Steve Cahill, Founder and President of the Songwriters Resource Network
"Nothing but good music here people. Perfectly crafted."– RHS Productions (http://www.reverbnation.com/rhsproductions)
"I was very moved by this wonderful song! The simple yet meaningful theme is beautifully written. So I eagerly inform you that this song has qualified to be a finalist in the pop category of the “14th Annual Great American Song Contest.” Keep up the great work! It’s always refreshing to hear sweet compositions like this one and it’s been a pleasure listening. Good luck and keep at it!" – Judge's comments on "This Sun Will Never Set" for the 14th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"This is great songwriting! The hook is fresh, engaging and easily relatable. The melodic aspects perfectly capture the emotional tone of the song." – Judge's comments on "Earthquake" for the 15th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"There’s no doubt that you have talent for poetic metaphor. And the title/hook uniquely captures the essence of the tumultuous relationship premise. Impressive work! Congratulations and keep writing!" – Judge's comments on "Distorted" for the 16th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"The symbolic lyrical poetics are outstanding. Along with the relatable premise and cohesive R&B/pop musical motif this song really stands out." – Judge's comments on "Orbit" for the 17th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"Lyric:
i. Strong metaphor
ii. Great rhyming work
iii. You also understand the value of words that sound great when sung. Bravo!"
- comments from Cliff Goldmacher's written critique of "Orbit"
"This song clearly demonstrates your pop songwriting prowess. The tasteful melodic phrasing expresses a sad yet heartfelt warmth. Along with the relatable, personal positivity message this song really stands out." – Judge's comments on "Mirror" for the 17th Annual Great American Song Contest.
"Competent R&B musical aspects engage throughout, and the cleverly assimilated metaphor impressively characterizes this relatable theme." – Judge's comments on "Cyclone" for the 21st Annual Great American Song Contest.
"I enjoyed listening to this song; I think it’s one of the best songs you’ve submitted for song evaluation. Your demo production is very good; it has a modern pop/soul quality with excellent musicianship. The female vocalist is very good, and she does a good job of conveying the emotion of the song and lyrics. I also like the female vocal harmonies in this demo; it adds to the hook and to the fullness of the arrangement. The melody is well crafted in each section, especially the chorus which has the good harmonies. So the whole song flows pretty nicely...this is good song that has feeling and emotion, and has a demo that is well sung and produced." - comments from a song evaluation of "Precipice" by Dale Kawashima, Founder and CEO of SongwriterUniverse, and former President of ATV Music and of the publishing division of Giant Records.
"The new song perfectly represents Restless World Music's brand of writing songs that combine different cultural influences and musical genres by combining Afrobeats, Reggaeton and R&B." – NYS Music review of "I No Go Play"
"Revendiquant une belle authenticité musicale ainsi qu’une créativité hors norme, le morceau est réalisé avec finesse et respect de la musique dans toute sa splendeur." – The Further review en français of "Diaspora"
"The song is perfectly crafted as it conveys the emotion of previously stable things in your life as they fall down. The lyrics, “Bridges are collapsing/there goes everything” accurately explain the feeling when things are not working out, and you’ve given up...This song is important in the new life with the pandemic, as everything around us is collapsing, but we do have one thing to keep us grounded, the art of music. Featuring JOSEPH on vocals, “Bridges Are Collapsing” is hauntingly beautiful..." – NYS Music review of "Bridges are Collapsing"
"Featuring the vocal talents of JOSEPH, ‘Bridges are Collapsing‘ is a melodic and memorable blend of R&B and pop that’s all about the collapse of communication." – Alfitude review of "Bridges are Collapsing"
"This original self-actualization inspired theme comes across brilliantly. The instantly memorable title & hook expressively personifies the idea. Ultimately it stays true to its compositional goals, impressively demonstrating your songwriting talent." – Judge's comments on "Second by Second" for the 24th Annual Great American Song Contest.
