The American Songwriter Contest Promotions
Got a love song? Win a Martin.
For two weeks we're crowning the Heart Toppers — the best songs and lyrics about love. Two winners, one from each contest.
Each winner receives
Open to 2026 Song Contest and Lyric Contest entries submitted August 12 – August 26, 2026. Two winners will be named, one from each contest. Every entry is also eligible for all regular contest prizes.
Frequently asked questions
If you are still deciding whether to enter, you are probably wondering how it all works. Here is everything you need to know before entering a promotion.
Have an additional question? Reach out to us directly below.
Contact usHow do I know if my song was entered into the promotion?
If you submit your entry into an eligible contest during a promotion period, it will automatically be included in the promotion.
Note: the promotion will not show up on your receipt.
How are promotions different from American Songwriter's other contests?
Special promotions are a way for us to offer additional prizes and recognition to our contest entrants! They only run for a short period of time, and by entering during a promotion period, your submission will be considered for both promotional prizes + the respective contest prizes.
Who judges the promotions?
All promotion entries are reviewed and screened by multiple professional songwriters contracted by American Songwriter.
More Contests
Every contest open right now
Each one is judged on its own terms, by its own panel. Enter as many as fit your song.
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Song Contest
Your full recording judged as a song. Any genre.
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Lyric Contest
Words only. No recording needed.
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WOC Song Sessions
Country songs, judged year round by Wide Open Country.
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Psalms to Songs
Christian and faith-driven songs, from InspireMore.
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VICE Playlist Project
Get your recording in front of VICE.
