Ricky,

I've lurked on JPF and know some people there. Great bunch of folks and valuable info. So I don't mean this in a bad way but I got so depressed after reading some of the threads that I don't visit that often. grin.

I think your best asset is that you are an artist/songwriter - more ways to break in. There used to be a few decent indie labels left to get your foot in the door but I'm guessing are all gone now.

Your could get yourself a backup band and build up a following then do a live showcase. Start selling lots of cds at your shows and from your website and get noticed that way.

Keep on making those contacts and don't give up. You'll find some serious people. The place is crawling with guitar and keyboard players trying to break in just like you are - it's always been that way and many of them can't sing.

Keep the faith.