"Scene And Heard" Contest To Give Independent Songwriters An Unprecedented Opportunity

Yamaha Joins In To Provide Custom Prize Packages

Los Angeles, CA (May 6, 2008) - Groundbreaking faith-based Web TV series, Tyler's Ride is partnering with IndieHeaven, the leading Christian independent artist organization, to present Scene And Heard, a unique contest for independent songwriters around the world. Yamaha, a world leader for musical instruments and audio equipment, has joined in to provide custom prize packages for the top winners.

Beginning today, May 6, 2008, songwriters can submit an original song through the IndieHeaven website Song Submission Page to be reviewed by a panel of top industry professionals from both the music and entertainment worlds, including record label executives and movie music supervisors.

First place winners will receive a complete Yamaha recording package including Cubase 4 and the new AudioGram 6 audio interface (valued at $1200.00) and the possibility of having their song featured in one of the Season 2 episodes.

Sue L. Ross, artist relations director for IndieHeaven comments: "With the growing success of today's 'webisodes', we are excited to give our members at IndieHeaven yet another avenue and opportunity to strut their 'multi-media' indie talents on this fun and entertaining series".

Created and produced by Paulist Productions, Tyler's Ride is the latest in the growing world of Internet television. With general market hits like Quarterlife and Roommates, this expanding medium is becoming a launching point for writers and actors, showcasing new talent such as Tyler's Ride lead actors Grant Alan and Natalie Wachen. Also featuring Christian music favorite, Jeremy Camp, in his acting debut, new episodes of the web series are posted each Tuesday, taking viewers into the life of Tyler, an aspiring musician, and his quest to follow his dreams.

"The Web TV series follows the adventures of Tyler, a young man whose search for identity and purpose leads him to his newfound passion for music," explains, Father Frank Desiderio, Executive Producer of the series and President of Paulist Productions. "The Web TV series follows the adventures of Tyler, a young man whose search for identity and purpose leads him to his newfound passion for music. Aspiring musicians can watch episodes on the website for inspiration. The hit, winning song should embody the energy, feel and vision of the Tyler's Ride series. We want to encourage up-and-coming artists to follow their dreams and put their passion to action."

Songs for the Scene And Heard Contest may be submitted through July 31, with winners announced after August 15.

About Paulist Productions
Paulist Productions creates films and television programs that reveal God's presence in the contemporary human experience. Our mission is to challenge our viewers to love others and to liberate one another from all that is dehumanizing. We encourage other entertainment professionals to help unify the human family through the power of the media.

About IndieHeaven
Indieheaven is a member supported independent musician resource agency that provides members a world class profile with unlimited content, physical and digital distribution (100% of sales going to the artist), marketing, promotion, and management services. Indieheaven also provides strong community through their IH Network. Online non-stop since 2002, Indieheaven is located in the heart of CCM, Franklin, TN. Indieheaven's reputation has been earned through impeccable service and attention to the needs of their members. Discover the Future of Music at: www.indieheaven.com

About Yamaha
Established in 1887, Yamaha is the world's largest manufacturer of musical instruments and a cutting edge provider of music and sound reinforcement technologies. With offerings in almost every instrument category, Yamaha is widely recognized as one of the finest musical instrument brands available as well as a world leader in professional audio solutions. www.yamaha.com

For more information about the Tyler's Ride web series, behind the scenes coverage and the Scene and Heard Songwriter Contest, please visit www.tylersride.com

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