future youth records presentS:

THE perfect stranger songwriting contest

Congratulations to our winners! Learn more about them here.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who entered. We’re thrilled to announce that we’re currently producing Syante’s winning song, “A Little Sunshine,” set for release in early 2025. This track features legendary musicians Kenny Aronoff on drums, Jorgen Carlsson on bass, and Laurence Juber on guitar, and was recorded at the renowned Stagg Street Studio in Van Nuys, CA.

Photo by: Chris Jensen

Your Song, Your Impact

Join us in a unique opportunity to use your musical talents to bring people together! Future Youth Records, in collaboration with the legendary Jesse Colin Young, invites young songwriters to participate in The Perfect Stranger Songwriting Contest. Use your unique voice to inspire change.

As the lead singer and founding member of The Youngbloods, Young sang one of the all-time most unifying songs, “Get Together,” taking it to #5 on the Billboard charts in 1969. He later embarked on a successful solo career and The Perfect Stranger is his tenth solo album showcasing collaborations with such legends as Michael McDonald and Carly Simon.

A Message from Jesse

Requirements

  • Only songs written by youth aged 18-24 living in the United States at the time of submission will be considered.

  • Songs must be related to meaningful connections.

  • We only accept unreleased songs.

  • Songs must be submitted through a private Soundcloud link and include the full lyrics of the song in the description section.

Submissions open on June 15, 2024 and close on September 15, 2024. The winner will be announced on or around October 1, 2024. Please read the contest rules before entering. For questions, visit our FAQ page.

Prizes

First Place:

  • Free production support from Future Youth Records, featuring Jesse Colin Young as a co-producer

  • Free promotional support

  • Free song distribution

  • One (1) Taylor 417e-R Acoustic-electric Guitar - Tobacco Sunburst (valued at $2,999)

  • One (1) Taylor Watch (valued at $459)

Second Place:

  • One (1) Taylor Baby Guitar with electronics (valued at $549)

  • One (1) Taylor Watch (valued at $459)

Third Place:

  • One (1) Taylor Baby Guitar with electronics (valued at $549)

Join the Movement

Be the voice of your generation. Let’s create a song that brings us together and makes the world a better place. Your music can be the change we all need. Don’t miss this chance to use your talent to inspire hope and connection. Enter now and be a part of something incredible!

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