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Regie Hamm
Regie Hamm

American Idol Songwriter contest Congratulations Regie Hamm
Congratulations to Regie on becoming the new American Idol Songwriter of the Year. His song, "The Time Of My Life" was chosen by more than 500,000 votes as the best of more than 10,000 entries received this year. The song become the coronation song for David Cook and has sold close to 1 million copies since the finale show last May.

Regie was SESAC Songwriter of the Year in '95, '96, '97 and 2000. He has had over 400 cuts including more than twenty number 1 hits and multiple Grammy and Dove Award nominations. His critically acclaimed debut album "American Dreams" included the chart-topping single "Babies".

Check out Regie Hamm's Myspace Here

Sample Tracks
  • Every Moment
  • Falling Through A Cloud
  • Trippin

    Placements include:
  • Runaway Bride (Paramount) "Once In a Lifetime" performed by Kenny Loggins
  • Jungle to Jungle (Disney) "Starts In the Heart" End title performed by Maxi Priest
  • Joshua (Fox Searchlight) "Better Days" End Credits performed by Point of Grace
  • Jesus (CBS miniseries) "Love Can Change Your Mind" performed by Lonestar


  • Chris Ryan
    Chris Ryan


    Take 2 Productions is proud to introduce Chris Ryan as one of its premiere recording artists.

    Chris Ryan is a 20 year old, multi-talented songwriter and instrumentalist. He brings with him an artistic style which will appeal not only to the young listener but engage the experienced music lover as well. In 2007, when only 15, Chris toured with the hardcore band, XDeathstarX playing bass on his first tour and drums on the next. Chris has been writing acoustic songs for the past year. His music is acoustic based, heartfelt and passionate. Chris' songs are all about life and love. He is currently working on his first studio recording which will be released in 2008.


    Check Out Chris Ryan's Facebook Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Did You Know
  • I Won't Sleep
  • Color Of Your Eyes
  • Wait For You
  • You Don't Even Know

    Placements Include:
    General Hospital: Night Shift (ABC/Soapnet)


  • Almost Ugly is a girl-fronted pop-rock, Morcheeba-like vibey band with melodies and lyrics that will surely catch your ear. From seductive ballads to grinding, loop-based rock songs, this band is sure to please with variety and hooks.

    Check out Almost Ugly's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Everything
  • Push It
  • Superstar

    Placements include:
  • The Survivor's Club (CBS)
    "Everything"
  • She's Too Young (Lifetime)
    "Push It"
    "Superstar"
    "Everything"
  • Cyber Seduction (Lifetime)
    "Shame"
  • Roswell (WB - DVD release)
    "Superstar"
  • Vampire Bats (CBS)
    "Superstar"
  • Ghost Whisperer (CBS)
    "This Thing We Got"


  • The Lost Dogs
    The Lost Dogs

    The Lost Dogs have a reputation with music critics and fans alike all over the world. They are recognized as brilliant singer/songwriters and storytellers in their own right. Possessing a musical skill and style reminiscent of the traditional American roots songs of "Oh Brother Where Art Thou", over the years each "Dog" has produced various solo and band recordings.

    Check Out The Lost Dogs' Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Sunshine Down
  • Get Me Ready
  • If You Want To


  • Josh Auer
    Josh Auer

    Josh is a former member of the Orange County, California based band Pax217. He recorded 3 albums with this band and toured with them from 1999 to 2005. Josh helped form the band Avner with members of Pax217 in 2005. He is now composing for television and has enjoyed much success with placements in movies as well.

    Check out Josh Auer's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Dear You
  • White Flag
  • Low

    Placements include:
  • General Hospital (ABC)
  • All My Children (ABC)
  • One Life to Live (ABC)
  • Samantha Who (ABC)
  • What I Like About You (WB)
  • Freaky Friday (Disney)
  • Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen (Disney)
  • 13 Going on 30 (Sony)
  • Reaper (CW)
  • Extreme Days Featured a live performance with former band Pax217. The soundtrack also included two original cuts by the band - "A.M." and "Shalo".


  • Dominique Mikael
    Dominique Mikael

    Take 2 Productions is proud to introduce Dominique Mikael as one of its premiere recording artists.

    Dominique Mikael, a 21 year old singer/songwriter from California began writing songs at the tender age of six. Ten years later she won the Estes Park GMA songwriting competition for Best Song when she was only sixteen. It is not only Dominique's evocative songs that move all who hear them but her artistry as a singer enchants the listener as well. Her music is passionate, stimulating and her emotive song-writing skills are sure to inspire and move audiences. Dominique is quickly becoming a highly sought after artist by top producers and session players who have contributed to her productions. She is currently working on her first studio recording which will be released in 2008.

    Placements include:
  • General Hospital: Night Shift (ABC/Soapnet)

    Check Out Dominique Mikael's Website Here

    Sample Tracks
  • By My Side
  • Hi
  • Beautiful View
  • You Don't Even Know


  • Chris Ryan
    Chris Ryan

    Take 2 Productions is proud to introduce Chris Ryan as one of its premiere recording artists.

    Chris Ryan is a 16 year old, multi-talented songwriter and instrumentalist. He brings with him an artistic style which will appeal not only to the young listener but engage the experienced music lover as well. In 2007, when only 15, Chris toured with the hardcore band, XDeathstarX playing bass on his first tour and drums on the next. Chris has been writing acoustic songs for the past year. His music is acoustic based, heartfelt and passionate. Chris' songs are all about life and love. He is currently working on his first studio recording which will be released in 2008.


    Check Out Chris Ryan's Facebook Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Did You Know
  • I Won't Sleep
  • Color Of Your Eyes
  • Wait For You
  • You Don't Even Know

    Placements Include:
    General Hospital: Night Shift (ABC/Soapnet)


  • Gavin Mikhail
    Gavin MIkhail

    Gavin Mikhail is a shining example of the modern-day independent artist. At the heart of his appeal is a lyrical honesty and devotion to his fans seldom found in today's mainstream musical landscape. In the ever-burgeoning piano rock genre, Gavin is one of the best with down-to-earth songs that touch the soul.

    Check Out Gavin Mikhail's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Days Gone By
  • Catch Your Fall
  • God In This Moment

    Placements Include:
  • Making The Band (MTV)
  • Driven (VH1)
  • Next (MTV)
  • Driven (VH1)
  • Date My Mom (MTV)
  • Dismissed (MTV)
  • Supergroup (VH1)
  • NASCAR Nationwide Series (ESPN)

  • Jayson Belt
    Jayson Belt

    Jayson is the former lead singer and member of The Red West, an Atlantic Records band. He has an evocative vocal quality which brings together elements of Jeff Buckley, Sting and Bono. Jayson collaborates with other songwriters as well as producing and writing on his own. 2008 will see the release of his first solo album.

    Check Out Jayson Belt's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Forever Couldn't Be
  • Now It's Perfect
  • Walk All Over Me

    Placements Include:
  • One Life to Live (ABC)
  • General Hospital (ABC)
  • All My Children (ABC)
  • Drive Thru (Taylor Steele)
  • Blueprint (Chad Campbell)
  • Boarding House: North Shore (WB)

  • Bobby Hartry
    Bob Hartry

    Bob Hartry is an Emmy-Nominated composer for television and film, record producer, and professional Los Angeles session ace. Bob is versatile and also collaborates with numerous singers and writers thus offering a variety of styles and genres.

    Check Out Bob Hartry's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • If I Don't Have You
  • Roll On
  • Walk All Over Me

  • 2006 Emmy Nomination Original Song General Hospital (ABC) "Where You Are" (Hartry/Sinclair)

    Placements Include:
  • Grey's Anatomy (ABC)
  • Desperate Housewives (ABC)
  • Bionic Woman (NBC)
  • Ghost Whisperer (CBS)
  • Brothers and Sisters (ABC)
  • General Hospital (ABC)
  • One Life To Live (ABC)
  • The View (ABC)
  • Brat Camp (ABC)
  • Samantha Who (ABC)
  • All My Children (ABC)
  • Arnolds Park (The Movie Partners) "Carry Me Home"

  • Sun From Shadow
    Sun From Shadow

    Sun From Shadow was formed in 2006. The members were all in high school at the time and after almost 2 years of playing shows and refining songs, they released their rock debut EP entitled "Giants And Orphans" in May of 2008. Their music has a maturity well beyond their years and helps them stand out above other new artists.

    Check Out Sun From Shadow's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • I Mean It
  • Dark House
  • Broken Bones

  • The 77's
    The 77s

    The 77s are a power rock trio whose career has produced 12 critically acclaimed albums on several labels ranging in style from gritty blues rock-n-roll to soaring jangly pop. They have been penned "the most formidable artistic talents in the business". In their music you will find many different styles ranging from experimental, intriguing and ambient to raucous, heavy rock. The versatility of this band has made this band heroes of modern rock for over 16 years. Check in with these guys for any rock needs you have - we gaurantee you will find it here.

    Check Out The 77's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Blue Sky
  • Honesty
  • Outskirts

    Production Credits Include:
  • Beverly Hills, 90210 (Fox) "MT"
  • The House Of Spiritual (Chameleon Stripe) "Ache Beautiful"

  • Ryan Webster
    Ryan Webster

    Ryan Webster is an entertaining L.A. singer-songwriter with a delightful menu of songs that will shock and please your pallet. Ryan's dynamic collection of songs range from rock to clever folksy tunes to breathy love songs that hearken to the old standards of the 30's and 40's. His rough, earthy voice glides along like cut paper with a playfulness that delights the senses.

    Check Out Ryan Webster's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Cigarettes
  • And I Love Her
  • Is It What You Want


  • Tommy Collier
    Tommy Collier

    Tommy is a Nashville based musician who has produced, engineered, written and played on a variety of recordings over the years. He has also played dates with various signed and indie artists. He is now currently working on his own solo material.

    Check Out Tommy Collier's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Matters
  • The Truth is Alive
  • Angel


  • Michael Roe
    Michael Roe

    Michael Roe is an instrospective, bluesy solo artist. He delivers well-crafted songs and lyrics for his audience. He is a highly demanded producer/session player as well. Mike brings his years of experience as a member of the critically acclaimed band, The Seventy Sevens to his music and solo albums. To quote Michael himself, "Often times my songs tell on me, they indict me, they provoke me, they convict me". Roe adds, "We're only here for a short time, in this veil of tears... I hope my songs help people in general to realize what we have been given and how much is available to us."

    Check Out Michael Roe's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • I Want Never Gets
  • The Itch Is Back
  • The Stellazine Prophecy


  • Fin
    Fin

    Fin is an LA-based band of poets, scientists and wizards. Melting Brit rock into Emo and Pop, they deliver soaring melodies, hypnotic guitar layers and bursts of rhythm with vocalist Joseph Barkley at the helm. Fin is a rare breed of a band - the kind that is focused intently on leaving their mark on a scene starving for something new and innovative.

    Sample Tracks
  • So Now Why
  • By Your Side
  • Leave The Light On


  • Rick Elias
    Rick Elias

    Rick has written, performed, and produced three of his own solo projects over the last decade, and is currently working on a fourth project! He is also an award winning producer as well. Rick's work has been nominated and awarded by the GMA, UCMVA, and the Nashville Music Awards. You can hear his music in numerous movies and television shows.

    Check Out Rick Elias' Website Here

    As Producer:
  • Amy Grant
  • Michael W. Smith
  • Rich Mullins
      ONE (Sony 2000) The Official World Youth Day album featuring performances by:
    • Sixpence None The Richer
    • Aaron Neville
    • Rick Elias
    • Marie Brennon
    • Jaci Valasquez

    Placements Include:
      That Thing You Do! (20th Century Fox)
    • "I Need You (That Thing You Do)"
    • "Drive Faster"
    • "Dance With Me Tonight"
    • "All My Only Dreams"
    • "She Knows It"
      My Big Fat Greek Wedding (2002) "All My Only Dreams"
    • Dawson's Creek
    • Material Girls (MGM 2006)

  • The Red West
    The Red West

    The Red West is a modern rock quartet hailing from southern California. Their self-released debut album found support from OC's thriving surf community and before long were signed to Atlantic Records in 2003. The band played on the 2004 Vans Warped Tour as well as the 2002 U.S. Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach, The Red West have shared the stage with:

  • Something Corporate
  • Maroon 5
  • Dashboard Confessionals
  • OAR
  • The Dave Mathews Band
  • Counting Crows
  • Head Automatica
  • Ours

    Sample Tracks
  • Days Die
  • Crazy Cold
  • All By Myself

    Placements Include:
  • Drive Thru (Taylor Steele)
  • Blueprint (Chad Campbell)
  • Boarding House: North Shore (WB)


  • The Choir
    The Choir

    The Choir may just be the best band you've never heard of. With multiple Dove and Grammy nominations and awards for both production and songwriting, they've accomplished what has eluded so many bands - longevity. Their music has been described by the LA times as "magical songs that combine strains of murky psychedelia with pure pop." Led by the writing team of Derri Daugherty and Steve Hindalong (twice voted one of Nashville's best producers), The Choir continues to evolve. They are currently working on their 12th studio album.

    Check Out The Choir's Website Here

    Sample Tracks
  • She's Alright
  • Gripped
  • Terrible Mystery

    Production Credits Include:
  • Sixpence None The Richer
  • City On A Hill
  • Buddy Miller
  • Julie Miller
  • Leigh Nash
  • Jars Of Clay
  • Phil Keaggy
  • Hammock
  • Amy Grant

  • Avner
    Avner

    Formed by two former members of the band PAX 217, with the addition of Todd Cooper, Avner began writing and producing in 2006. With Josh Auer's smooth vocal melodies, this band blends pop and harmony delivering a fresh sound that will enhance any scene. They may be the new kids on the block but the experience the members bring to this band definately shows in the quality of their music.

    Check Out Avner's Myspace Here

    Sample Tracks
  • Waiting
  • Hold On
  • Stella

    Production and Writing Credits Include:
  • CBS Cartoon Themes
  • Nickelodeon Cartoon Themes
  • Steven Spielberg and Dreamworks
  • Buddy Miller
  • Emmylou Harris
  • Mary Gothier
  • Sixpence None The Richer

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