Released on = August 27, 2007, 11:52 pm

Press Release Author = AMG Song Services

Industry = Entertainment

Press Release Summary = Pro songwriter Leon Newton of Jackson, Mississippi was a top
finalist in the 2007 SongOfTheYear.com songwriting competition in the country
category with his great -- touching song titled \"Love Story\".

Press Release Body = Pro songwriter Leon Newton of Jackson, Mississippi was a top
finalist in the 2007 SongOfTheYear.com songwriting competition in the country
category with his great -- touching song titled \"Love Story\". Mr. Newton is a
gifted, talented, prolific and award winning songwriter who is on the rise to music
industry prominence. He is a writer for music publishers and A&R personnel to take
notice of and give a valid listen to his work. His songs are currently available for
publishing and recording.

Leon was also a competition winner twice in 2006 with his songs, \"Global Warming\"
and \"Cintia\". Regarding the topic of global warming Mr. Newton says; \"I wrote the
song \"Global Warming\" because this is a serious matter not to be taken lightly. As
songwriters and music artists, we have a responsibility to help raise public
awareness of such issues, and to help keep the world and our environment safe. Music
is an art form that can touch us and cause us to act like no other\". His song,
\"Global Warming\" has been downloaded from all over the world.

Mr. Newton is originally from Cleveland, OH, now residing in Jackson, MS. He has
been writing, producing and honing his craft for over 10 years, and his positive
progression as a writer is validated by his recent competition entry awards and
winnings. His songs range from country, folk, blues, rock, rap and Christian genres.
However, Leon enjoys writing country songs best.

Leon says; \"I write in various genres of music, but I enjoy writing country music
the most, because the songs tell stories about real people and real life situations.
A person can learn a lot from country songs. My current pursuit is to land a
songwriting contract with a music publisher, and to have my songs recorded by major
artists. My life\'s goal is to write great songs that people can relate to and love
to listen and dance to\". His most recent composition is a country song titled
\"Country On My Mind\" (about a girl named Country).

Leon has also written a catchy song titled \"Race Car Junky\" for the fans and drivers
of NASCAR. Leon is actively working to establish \"Race Car Junky\" as a theme song
with the NASCAR Association, to be played and sold at their racing events.

All indicators dictate that Leon Newton has what it takes to be a successful hit
songwriter. A writer who desires producers, publishers, record company executives
and artists to take the time to explore. Leon\'s songs can be heard and are available
for download on, itunes, Rhapsody, and for a good listen, logon to
www.indie911.com/leon-newton. Leon wishes to present his songwriting to the world.

Fans, music publishers, producers and record companies may contact Leon Newton by
e-mail at LeonNewt @ aol dot com.

Web Site = http://www.indie911.com/leon-newton

Contact Details = AMG Song Services
1860 Sandy Plains Rd
Marietta, GA 30066
770-820-6760
Leon Newton
SongServices@atlantamusicgroup.com