September 11–13
The Mission

Direction over randomness

A 3-day songwriting camp designed to connect Chicago's most promising songwriters with real opportunities.

Unlike traditional songwriting camps, participation is free. Through a competitive submission process, only 30–40 songwriters are chosen to participate. Our goal is to give Chicago songwriters a shot at making career-changing records.

Submission Below · 30–40 Writers Selected

EACH SONGWRITER RECEIVES ACCESS TO A CURATED "WHO'S LOOKING" LIST FEATURING:

  • Major artists actively seeking records
  • Creative direction and song concepts
  • Reference records and inspirations
  • Genre-specific opportunities
The Power Behind WTHGB

Backed by industry veterans

PAQ Publishing

A boutique music publisher boasting a global RIAA Diamond-certified, Grammy-winning roster of hit-makers across various genres of music. With 100+ combined years of experience at our executive level, this company is perfectly positioned to set up young songwriters and producers for success.

14Affiliate Publishing Cos.
100+Years Combined Experience
10B+Streams Generated
MultipleGrammy Collaborations

In partnership with PVTSTCK (Private Stock) and ATS Chicago

Access To Real Hitmakers

Learn from writers & producers behind the records

We'll be inviting 4 hit producers from PAQ Publishing's roster to assist and create music with and for our chosen writers.

Benny Wond3r

Benny Wond3r

Championship – Meek Mill · Grammy Nomination (Best Rap Album)

On Me – Meek Mill ft. Cardi B · RIAA Certified Gold

Hitman Audio

Hitman Audio

I Never Liked You – Future · Grammy Nomination (Best Rap Album)

Top – NBA YoungBoy · RIAA Certified Platinum

Twon Beats

Twon Beats

King's Dead – Jay Rock · Grammy Award-Winning Producer

Black Panther: The Album – Various Artists · RIAA Certified Platinum

Gunboi

Gunboi

So Much Fun – Young Thug · RIAA Certified Platinum

Racks 2 Skinny – Migos · RIAA Certified Gold

Placements

Where our network's records have landed

Gunna
Migos
Shordie Shordie
Rauw Alejandro
Blaqbonez
Drake
Travis Scott
Sexyy Red
Bad Bunny
Rema
Ayra Starr
Future
Day Breakdown

Three days, September 11–13

Day 1 · Sept 11th

Industry Mixer & Briefing

Industry Mixer

Our chosen writers, and broader Chicago industry connections, are invited to attend Friday evening.

Creative Briefing

Overview of the weekend — available studio equipment, breakout rooms, and objectives for writers.

Vendors

Tables set up for vendors to advertise their products and provide awareness to attendees.

Brand Activations

Brands show real-world uses of products or services — especially important for audio equipment used during the event or consumable products.

Day 2 & 3 · Sept 12–13th

Writing & Recording

Studio Partner: ATS Chicago

We're partnering with ATS Chicago, a premier recording studio, who will be hosting our recording sessions throughout the weekend.

Writing Rooms

Breakout rooms for writers to work.

Who's Looking List

Active industry lists of artists and brands looking for music, for easier placements.

Recording Sessions

Songs close to completion get a chance to be recorded and shipped at ATS Chicago.

Product Integration & Social Assets

More opportunity for sponsor products to be displayed or demo'd, with picture and video content featuring their products in use.

Proven Results

Backed by real numbers

100+RIAA Gold, Platinum, Multi-Platinum & Diamond Records
8,000+Works Published
10B+Streams Generated
SyncGlobal Reach & Sync — Marvel, Netflix, Hulu, The Chi, FIFA Heroes +
Get Involved

Submit your work or RSVP to the mixer

Applications are competitive — only 30–40 songwriters are selected. Choose a form below to get started.

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