S O P
STANDARD
OPERATING
PROCEDURES
At this time, we are sorry to inform you we have suspended reviewing unsolicited material.
Special Note To: Artists/Songwriters/Lyricists/Writers
Many publishing companies reject
Unsolicited Material,
usually due to numerous legal ramifications that may come into play.
They often refuse to accept the material and/or return it unopened.
R L HAMMEL ASSOCIATES, Inc will review
Unsolicited Material. However, because we try to eventually take the time to review all
material, it is important those submitting material understand
our response time can and
does vary greatly. Following a few simple guidelines will
help assure the quickest possible response time:
“ S O P ”
for Submitting Material
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Please: Do NOT send material via email! Please!
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Submit no more than three (3) songs at a time.
If you are submitting your material within a CD or project, please
identify the best three (3) cuts for our review. We do not have
time to review an entire project.
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Typed Lyrics are preferred; lead sheets optional.
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A
properly labeled CD, Cassette, DVD, or VHS Format is preferred.
Again, no submissions by email, please.
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Be sure all material is copyrighted and properly labeled.
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We no longer return submitted materials after review.
To receive a response of any kind, at our discretion, YOU MUST
include a properly self-addressed, stamped envelope.
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A
brief “Bio” can be helpful….
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For the protection of everyone involved, we request ALL
correspondence related to publishing be in writing.
“PRIMARY INTERESTS”
SECULAR
R&B/MOR/Adult Contemporary/Blues/Pop Rock/Country Rock/Ballads
SACRED/GOSPEL
Adult Contemporary/Inspirational/MOR
We always prefer “positive” lyrics in a wide variety of musical styles….
LADNAR
Music (ASCAP) ■
LEMMAH Music (BMI)
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