Road Ready Talent Contest - American Songwriter

In the upcoming weeks we will be announcing the Top Artists chosen to perform at our live finale event. Stay tuned for further details.

Promotion Deadline: May 27, 2024 at 11:59:59 PM CT

LEFT TO ENTER THE ROAD READY TALENT CONTEST

Introducing a NEW Contest

The Road Ready Talent Contest is looking for artists that have already showcased a unique ability to craft and perform powerful songs that can galvanize a community of fans.

Prizes

  • $20,000 USD in Cash
  • Signature Live Performance
    • Finalists will perform, and the Grand Prize Winner will announced to a ‘live’ VIP audience
  • Publishing Deal Opportunity
  • Mentorship with Industry Executives
  • 2-Page Feature in American Songwriter Magazine
  • Premier Studio Recording Package
  • Premium Gear Package
  • Extensive Customized PR Campaign
  • 1-Year Free American Songwriter Membership
  • $5,000 USD in Cash
  • Signature Live Performance
  • Publishing Deal Opportunity
  • Mentorship with Industry Executives
  • Feature in American Songwriter Magazine
  • Premier Studio Recording Package
  • Premium Gear Package
  • 1-Year Free American Songwriter Membership
  • Feature on American Songwriter’s Website

Road Ready Judges Coming Soon

Road Ready Winners

FAQ

The contest is open to unsigned Bands, Singers, Rappers, Duos & Solo artists from anywhere in the world in any style of music not currently signed to a major record label or any of its subsidiaries. 

The Final Deadline has been extended to August 14, 2024 at 11:59:59 PM (CT)

Yes! We do NOT claim ownership in the materials you submit in conjunction with the contest.

Yes! Submissions from any country are allowed.

$35 per song submission

Copy and paste a public link to your songs into the form at checkout. They can be hosted on any platform: SoundCloud, YouTube, etc.

To edit your entry please email our Customer Relations team at info@americansongwriter.com with your Order ID and the edit you need to make.

*Note: We cannot guarantee that we will be able to edit your entry if you contact us more than 2 weeks after your entry date.

Everything is a factor in a talent contest. Enter songs and video performances that best personify you as an artist. The more songs & videos you enter, the better chance our judges have to evaluate your talent.

Our judges do not give individual feedback. If you are interested in having your lyrics reviewed, we have a lyric critique benefit that is included in our Diamond Memberships.

The finalists will be announced in Fall 2024 via email and on our website. The Grand Prize winner will be announced at the live performance event.

Thanks To The Sponsors For Supporting Unsigned Artists​
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