Whether you’re a seasoned road warrior, a rising local voice, or a songwriter with a notebook full of songs that deserve to be heard, we’d love to hear what you’re creating. The festival celebrates original music in intimate listening rooms, Nashville-style songwriter rounds, creative conversations, and the magic that happens when great songs meet great audiences.

The $20 application fee helps cover the expenses, materials, and technical resources necessary to create a supportive, professionally organized, and technically responsive festival experience for our participating songwriters. Every dollar goes toward helping us provide the best possible environment for artists and audiences alike.

Fill out the application below, share your music, and tell us a little about yourself. We can’t wait to discover what you’ve been writing.

See you in Carrboro.