I saw the message about helping softies on NEA.
I dunno why I can't post the comment into it.
So I write personally to you.
Take note that all the winning songwriters need to present their song on their finals(reference to last year compeition).
They will be judge and be voted on that day.
It is a live performance.
If the songwriter cannot present the song on finals, automatically they will drop off the competition.
All the winner bring their own band, and dancer too.
If SOFT is sponsoring the recordings.
Do take note of this.
Of cos, you can read the details on the NEA website.