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

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
Kodak Black
XXXTENTACION
K CAMP
Ty Dolla $ign
Lil Tecca
Lil Pump
Meek Mill
Cardi B
Summer Walker
Lil Wayne
Swae Lee
French Montana
J. Cole
EST Gee
Gunna
Migos
Shordie Shordie
Rauw Alejandro
Blaqbonez
Drake
Travis Scott
Sexyy Red
Bad Bunny
Rema
Ayra Starr
Future
Kodak Black
XXXTENTACION
K CAMP
Ty Dolla $ign
Lil Tecca
Lil Pump
Meek Mill
Cardi B
Summer Walker
Lil Wayne
Swae Lee
French Montana
J. Cole
EST Gee
Lil Durk
42 Dugg
Moneybagg Yo
Casper Magico
Bryant Myers
Jacquees
Smino
Rich Homie Quan
Pooh Shiesty
Chris Brown
Nipsey Hussle
G-Eazy
Lil Baby
Polo G
Young Dolph
G Herbo
ian
Rod Wave
Young Thug
Pop Smoke
Nav
That Mexican OT
Logic
Young Nudy
JC Reyes
Lil Durk
42 Dugg
Moneybagg Yo
Casper Magico
Bryant Myers
Jacquees
Smino
Rich Homie Quan
Pooh Shiesty
Chris Brown
Nipsey Hussle
G-Eazy
Lil Baby
Polo G
Young Dolph
G Herbo
ian
Rod Wave
Young Thug
Pop Smoke
Nav
That Mexican OT
Logic
Young Nudy
JC Reyes
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.

Resource Fair

Browse gear, tools, and services from event partners — free resources you can put to use in your own writing and production.

Hands-On Gear

Test out audio equipment on-site, much of it available for you to use during your own writing sessions throughout the weekend.

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.

Content For You

Professional photo and video coverage of you at work all weekend — footage you can use for your own portfolio and socials.

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

Applications are competitive — only 30–40 songwriters are selected.

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