Grand Prize
Grand Prize: $10,000 Cash
2nd Prize
2nd Prize: Free Mixing/Mastering ($1,000 Value)
3rd Prize
Third Prize: One Free 8-Hour Studio Day at Red Velvet Studios in Los Angeles

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Please direct all questions to submissions@redvelvetstudio.com

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Rising Star Music Contest - Official Rules


1. Contest Organizer

This contest is organized by Red Velvet Studios LA, located in Los Angeles, California, USA.

2. Eligibility

Open to independent music artists worldwide aged 16 and older.

3. Entry Period

Entries are open now through June 30, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT.

4. How to Enter
  • Submit a link to your original song (SoundCloud, YouTube, Spotify, etc.).
  • No file uploads accepted.
  • Each entry requires a $30 non-refundable fee.
  • Multiple entries allowed (each must be submitted separately).
5. Entry Rules and Conditions
  • Must be original music owned by the entrant.
  • No hate speech, discriminatory content, or violence.
  • No AI-generated music, lyrics, vocals, or instrumentals allowed.
  • Submissions are only used for contest judging and promotion.
  • Submissions will not be used to train AI.
6. Judging Criteria
  • Overall Talent
  • Production Quality
  • Commercial or Star Potential

Judges' decisions are final.

7. Prizes

Three (3) winners will be selected. Prize details will be announced separately. Only winners will be contacted.

8. Refund Policy

Entry fees are non-refundable, even if the entrant is not selected. Entry does not guarantee a prize.

9. Legal

This contest is governed by the laws of the State of California. Disputes must be resolved in courts located in Los Angeles County, CA.

10. Contact

Email questions to: submissions@redvelvetstudio.com