the warren brothers, josh kear, and jessi alexander playing a songwriters round

Hit Songwriter Experiences for Experiential Events

Create an experience your audience can be part of, not simply watch. Songwriter City brings award-winning hit songwriters to experiential events and brand experiences across the country, combining music, storytelling, humor, and audience interaction to create something authentic, engaging, emotionally resonant, and memorable.
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Why Experiential Event Planners Choose Songwriter City

Songwriter City creates music and storytelling experiences for experiential events, brand experiences, and corporate activations across the country, featuring many of the world’s top hit songwriters, including GRAMMY, CMA and ACM Award winners and Hall of Fame members.

The experience goes beyond a traditional performance. Through storytelling, humor, conversation, and audience interaction, our songwriters can break down the wall between performer and audience, creating moments that feel spontaneous, personal, and emotionally resonant.

Every experience is thoughtfully curated around the audience, objectives, and creative vision—giving planners and experiential agencies a flexible format that can be designed to engage, inspire, surprise, and create genuine human connection.
Why It Works

The most memorable experiences don’t happen because of bigger stages, brighter lights, or larger productions. They happen because people feel something.

Through storytelling, music, humor, and personal insight, guests experience a deeper connection to the creative process, the people behind the music, and the moments that inspired it. The result is a multi-layered experience that engages audiences on a deeper level through authentic storytelling, emotional resonance, and genuine human connection.

A One-of-a-Kind Experience

Every Songwriter City experience unfolds differently. The audience, setting, stories, and interactions all shape the experience as it happens, creating moments that feel personal, authentic, and impossible to manufacture.

Whether hosted as an intimate gathering, featured event, client experience, VIP program, leadership retreat, or custom-designed activation, each experience is intentionally designed to fit the audience and occasion.

Why Songwriter City

Our roster represents many of the world's most accomplished hit songwriters across multiple genres and generations of music.From songwriter selection and event format to audience fit and overall flow, every detail is thoughtfully considered to create an experience that feels authentic, engaging, and uniquely suited to the audience and occasion.

Whether performing for top achievers, valued clients, leadership teams, or incentive winners, we help create experiences that reward success, celebrate accomplishment, and leave a lasting impact.

Going Beyond Entertainment

The most memorable experiences don’t just entertain. They make people feel something.

Based in Nashville and serving clients nationwide, Songwriter City helps associations create experiences that inspire attendees, strengthen community, and create moments that matter.

"Seeing the songwriters perform their songs in an intimate environment makes every audience member feel connected to the soul of the writer. It’s profound and transformational."
Bernie Smith - Amerisure Insurance
OUR EXPERIENCE
For over a decade, Songwriter City has created music and storytelling experiences for experiential events, brand experiences, and corporate activations across the country. We understand that the entertainment has to do more than stand on its own—it needs to support the larger vision and purpose of the experience.

We work with planners and experiential agencies to thoughtfully curate the right songwriters and format around the audience, objectives, and creative direction, creating experiences that are engaging, authentic, emotionally resonant, and built for genuine human connection.

Our roster includes the songwriters behind hits for:

Our roster includes more than 50 award-winning hit songwriters with more than 450 #1 songs among them, including GRAMMY, CMA and ACM Award winners and Hall of Fame members. Their songs have been recorded by some of the biggest artists in music, including:
  • carrie underwood
  • Tim mcgraw
  • taylor swift
  • keith urban
  • kenny chesney
  • ed sheeran
  • lainey wilson
  • blake shelton
  • bruno mars
  • kelly clarkson
  • luke bryan
  • lady gaga
  • jason aldean
  • miranda lambert
  • luke combs
  • Morgan wallen
  • dierks bentley
  • miley cyrus
  • Jelly roll
  • george strait
  • lady a
  • and many more...

FAQS

What do we need to provide on-site?
It’s surprisingly simple: basic AV (mics, monitors, sound system, a few stools, etc.), a stage or performance area, and a room layout that supports connection. We’ll walk you through everything. If you have an AV team or vendor, we’ll collaborate with them directly.
How far in advance do we need to book?
The earlier, the better — especially for high-demand songwriters or peak seasons. That said, we’ve pulled off unforgettable shows in just a matter of days. Just reach out and we’ll see what’s possible.
Do you travel outside of Nashville?
Yes, absolutely! While Nashville is our home base, we regularly produce shows across the country and beyond — from Texas to California to Florida. No matter where you’re located, we have access to top-tier talent to make your event a success.
Can you customize the experience to fit our event theme or message?
Absolutely. Whether your focus is collaboration, innovation, resilience, or company culture — we’ll align the stories, songs, and flow to support your message. We love helping create experiences that mean something to the audience and make a true connection.
Can this be combined with a keynote speaker or another part of our agenda?
Yes. Some clients pair us with a leadership keynote, industry panel, fireside chat, or awards presentation. We can also frame the songwriter session around your event theme to create a seamless flow.
Is this a music performance, a speaker session—or both?
It’s its own thing—a one-of-a-kind experience that combines the best of both worlds. You get the entertainment of a live performance and the emotional depth of a speaker session, all seamlessly woven together. Whether it’s an opening keynote, closing session, after-dinner entertainment, or mid-day inspiration, it’s a truly unique, versatile and unforgettable experience.
Can this work in a smaller setting or does it require a big stage?
It’s fully scalable. We’ve done living rooms, breakout rooms, theaters, private spaces, and mainstage ballrooms. It doesn’t require a big production setup — just the right environment and attention to detail. That’s where we shine.
How long is the performance or experience?
Shows can range from 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the number of songwriters on stage and how it fits into your agenda. We’ve done shorter high-impact sets or extended experiences that include Q&A or audience interaction. We’re flexible and will help shape the right format for your needs.
What types of events is this best suited for?
Our experiences are perfect for corporate events, leadership summits, incentive trips, client appreciation events, association meetings, conferences, charity events, and private VIP dinners. From general sessions to gala award dinners, we’ve done it all. If your goal is to create a truly unforgettable moment, this is the perfect fit.
What is the ideal audience size for this type of experience?
It works beautifully for groups of 10 to 2,000+. In a smaller setting, the experience becomes incredibly intimate. In a large room, it becomes powerful and immersive. We scale the show to fit your space and energy and bring in the perfect songwriters who can command the setting.
Do you have songwriters from other genres, in addition to country music?
Definitely. We work with top writers across multiple genres. Whether your audience leans toward country, pop, rock or R&B, we’ll customize the lineup to match the tone and taste of your event.
Is this appropriate for an audience that doesn’t know country music?
Absolutely! While many of our songwriters are from Nashville, their hits span across genres including pop, rock, R&B, Christian, Americana, and more. Even if the songwriter or artist names aren’t familiar, your audience will recognize the songs and connect with the powerful stories behind them. The universal themes resonate with any music lover, making it an experience that transcends genre.
Do the songwriters interact with the audience?
Yes, and that’s a key part of the immersive experience. The show naturally fosters banter between the songwriters and guests, creating a conversational and engaging atmosphere. We can also incorporate a Q&A if desired. The exchange is organic and never forced, adding depth and authenticity to the experience while making a lasting impact.
How do I ensure my audience gets the most out of this experience?
We’ll guide you every step of the way — from timing and setup to session flow and integrating the experience into your event agenda. The key to success is creating space for the show to breathe and allowing your audience to lean in. This authentic connection is where the magic happens. We’ll work with you to make sure all the elements are in place for a seamless experience that maximizes impact and engagement.
Will something like this actually ‘wow’ my audience? Will it feel special?
Absolutely. This format consistently exceeds expectations — even with seasoned attendees. Clients often tell us it was the highlight of the event or the most powerful session they’ve experienced in years. It feels fresh, exclusive, and deeply human — and it hits the emotional sweet spot that makes events memorable.
Who are the songwriters? Can we choose who performs?
Our roster includes some of the most successful and acclaimed songwriters in the world — GRAMMY, CMA, & ACM winners, Hall of Famers, chart-toppers, and behind-the-scenes legends. We’ll curate the perfect lineup based on your audience, event goals, and vibe. If you have someone in mind or want to explore options, we’re happy to guide you through the process.
What makes this different from a normal concert?
This is intimate and story-driven. Our shows aren’t about big production or flashing lights — they’re about substance. Your audience will hear the stories behind the songs, laugh at behind-the-scenes moments, and feel a real connection with the writers and the music. It’s personal, surprising, and unforgettable.
Why should I book songwriters instead of booking an artist or band to perform?
This isn’t background music — it’s a front-row, emotional, and meaningful experience. Artists perform the song. Songwriters live it. Your audience doesn’t just hear the music — they connect with the creative process, the stories, and the humanity behind the hits. It’s far more memorable and inspiring than a typical band or artist set.
What exactly is a Songwriter City experience?
It’s not a concert. It’s not a keynote. It’s something in between — and more powerful than both. A Songwriter City experience brings hit songwriters (the actual creators behind songs you know and love) to your event to perform and tell the stories behind the music. It’s raw, real, entertaining, and incredibly moving. Think of it as a behind-the-scenes experience that breaks the fourth wall and deeply connects with your audience.