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Honoring the masterminds behind chart-topping hits.

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6+  Venues | 30+ Hit songwriters | 3 Days

The Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival stands as a tribute to exceptional songwriters, passionate music enthusiasts, and celebrates the unique charm of the Shoals, Alabama – a place globally renowned as the Hit Recording Capital of the World.

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Songwriter applications Now Open

At MSSF, we not only showcase the incredible talent of Grammy Award-Winning Hit Songwriters, but we also passionately champion emerging singer-songwriters. Our mission is to provide a dynamic platform for these rising stars, allowing them to connect with diverse audiences, music industry professionals, and beyond.

2024 Lineup and schedule TBA

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Walker Hayes

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Tom Douglas

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Leslie Satcher

See who you've missed over the years

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Emily Shackelton

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Luke dick

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David Lee Murphy

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Spooner oldham

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Emily Weisband

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Anthony Smith

2024 Lineup and schedule TBA

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John Paul White

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Phillip White

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Jenn Schott

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OUr give back to aspiring songwriters

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Under the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Foundation, our new initiative 'Chords For Change' aims to donate high-quality guitars to aspiring songwriters in need in 2024 during the holiday season.
This effort, part of our broader mission through the Muscle Shoals Songwriters Festival,
represents our major music-focused endeavor.

2024 Partnerships

Broaden Your Connections, Catalyze Business Growth, and Effect Meaningful Change through our Nonprofit Initiatives.

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