Unsigned Only Music Competition – Deadline Extended to April 11th!
Unsigned Only is a unique international music competition designed for artists who are not signed to a major label record company or any of its affiliates, subsidiaries, or imprints. The Grand Prize Winner will win $5,000 in cash and one-on-one, direct mentoring by an elite group of record company executives. This is an unprecedented opportunity to directly network with the influential record execs who make all the decisions.
The goal of Unsigned Only is to find an outstanding, talented performer – a band or solo artist, a newcomer or veteran, raw or polished… the “gem” that needs to be discovered. Unsigned Only is looking for the total package.
Judges include: Cyndi Lauper, Kelly Clarkson, G. Love, Kenny Rogers, St. Vincent, 3 Doors Down, Angie Stone, Robert Smith (The Cure), Craig Morgan, Steve Lillywhite (Producer), Aaron Shust, Jeremy Camp, Manchester Orchestra, The Mountain Goats, Kelly Clarkson, Josh Jackson of Paste Magazine (Co-Founder/Editor-In-Chief), Matt and Kim, Scott Lapatine of Stereogum (Founder/Editor-in-Chief) and many more to be announced.
Mentors include: Monte Lipman (President of Universal Republic); Pete Ganbarg (Executive VP/Head of A&R, Atlantic Records); David Wolter (Senior VP of A&R, RCA Records); Kim Stephens (President, Forward Entertainment/Capitol Music Group); Trevor Jerideau (VP of A&R, J Records); David Wilkes (VP of A&R, eOne Music); Pete Giberga (Head of A&R, Razor & Tie Records); Jason Geter (President, Grand Hustle Records); and more.
Grand Prize Winner gets:
- $5,000 cash
- one-on-one mentoring from a group of record label executives
- 12 Weeks social media management and marketing services from VERVE Management (Value: $2500)
- Steamboat Classic 18 (6V6 model) amp with a VD212 cabinet (MSRP: $2899)
- Posse Personal On Stage Sound Enviroment Package (Value: $599.00)
- 12-month subscription to The Music Registry Record Xpress/A&R Directory and Xpress/Publisher’s Directory (Value: $718)
1st Place Winners in each category get:
- 8 weeks social media management and marketing services from VERVE Management (Value: $750)
- Posse Personal On Stage Sound Enviroment Package (Value: $599.00)
- 12-month subscription to The Music Registry Record Xpress/A&R Directory and Xpress/Publisher’s Directory (Value: $718)
2nd Place Winners in each category get:
- 8 weeks social media management and marketing services from VERVE Management (Value: $500)
- 12-month subscription to The Music Registry Record Xpress/A&R Directory and Xpress/Publisher’s Directory (Value: $718)
Conceived of and produced by the team who brings you the prestigious International Songwriting Competition (ISC), Unsigned Only offers a fresh and novel alternative to other music competitions. Yes, it offers great prizes, recognition, exposure, and the chance to be heard by a group of judges consisting of high-profile recording artists and industry professionals. But, Unsigned Only also takes it a step further and puts the Grand Prize winner in direct, personal contact with the influential record label executives who are the ultimate decision-makers. For the first time ever, a music competition offers the Grand Prize winner the unprecedented opportunity to be mentored by a group of record company presidents, A&R reps, and more.
Please note: Entrants may submit as many songs as they like. Winners will be selected based on individual songs. However, since Unsigned Only is a music competition (not a songwriting competition), it is advisable to submit as many songs as is necessary for the judges to have a good representation of the artist.
Happy submitting!
thanks for consideration mark neel
Starchild and the Dust
Reverbnation.com/StarchildandtheDust
We are a high energy modern rock band from Syracuse NY. We include a violin, two guitars, and a rhythm section that’s tighter that Motley Crue’s jeans! We write relevant and meaningful, yet powerful songs in a very emotionally driven manor. We want our audience to feel the words in their chest, and pump their fists 10,000 at a time.
4 Going Gravity is the fastest growing band in Oklahoma and were looking forward to UO!
Hey there,
this is Abby from 2Step Closer.
I was wondering where this competition takes place at or is it just submitting your recorded song? I live in BC Canada am I allowed to enter??
Abby
Cecilia Celeste is a rock band from Jersey City, New Jersey. The Group has worked tirelessly of the course of the past two years, and has emerged as a respectable force within metropolitan music circles. The sound is dirty, bluesy and classic. Cecilia Celeste is an unsigned act. Thank you for your time and consideration.
If you don’t chase your dream, who will?
Do you consider bands that play blues? Or is that an outdated mode of expression? i am the bass player for Charlie Keating, who is an enormously talented slide player and songwriter. Although we are not exclusively a blues band, our best recordings to send in are of blues songs. If you do consider blues, what category should it be submitted under?
Thanks!
it’s the song in your heart it’s the words that tear ya apart~it’s all in the story of a song.~ francie
loooking forward to hear from you guys
Hip-Hop
Hello, this sounds like a great opportunity, I seem to be having some trouble actually figuring out how to apply online…..I don’t see a link for an online form anywhere. Where would I find that?
Thank you, cheers.
Thank you for the Opportunity to enter the Contest I hope to do well despite only being able to afford to Submit one song .
BURN IT UP
Please Listen to these Songs!!!!!! THank You Very Very Much!!!!!!!
Hi Kaley – first, you click on your music genre (on bottom of the blog post, e.g., AAA, AC, Christian, Country, etc). Then, you sign in with your ReverbNation account (if you’re not signed in yet) and fill out the required information! If you run into any problems, email us at support@reverbnation.com. Thanks!
Thanks for listening and considering Christie Lenee. Good luck to everyone!
Midwest has definite talent check me out and network with me all of you! Good Luck to all the runner ups I wish you much success. Take a listen and get free downloads http://reverbnation.com/Ebjade
You guys have to check us out! Listen to our tunes on ReverbNation, we are killing it in South Florida! SoFlo/Cali Surf Rock….sure to get you dancin!
please listen two any song an my reverbnation site thank you wizplay
if you want to see something NO ONE is doing and has a totally fresh and unique concept, check this out -
http://www.reverbnation.com/prowlermusic
There are over 70 songs on my reverbnation page. I think you may like one or two.
We have two songs streeming right now on Reverbnation off the new album ITS MY LIFE IN AMERICA both great songs, we’ve really been gitting great responce from them. Check them out for yourself Thanks.
looking farward to sharing my music
Please inform me if their is an entry fee for The I S C .
Thanks,
Jerry
There is no BLUES category!
We’d Smile Again
How Many Last Straws
Too Many Mishaps (definitely not folk)
ggod luck everyone but i will win this easily. http://www.reverbnation.com/victory55
Hi Jerry – yes, it’s $35 per category. Thanks!
Hey guys check out my band The latest Fallout. http://www.facebook.com/TheLatestFallout/app_178091127385
Hello, I just found out about this Unsigned Only Music Competition. it’s seems like a very interesting idea. I hope my music allows you to take a long journey into Peace, Love, and Harmony!
Thanks, and Enjoy!
Kamilean
The NEW blues. Check it out!
My band, Face The King is an alternative rock band from Long Island, New York and has become known as the band to watch within the NY Tri State area. Between local and out of state FM radio play, being selected to play the NAMM 2012 Convention in Anaheim, CA, and played packed houses at venues like Gramercy Theater and Highline Ballroom, Face The King is on the rise. We are currently working on our new record, but for now you can listen to our latest EP, “The Burnng & The Falling Down,” via facebook and/or our main website. We’d be honored to be featured on the bill of this competition. Please give us your honest feedback.
http://www.facebook.com/facetheking
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