The Global Music Awards in the US is calling on artists around the world to submit entries for its 2022 edition.
“We welcome your participation in this well-known, international music competition that provides credibility for independent musicians,” the awards said. “Our goal is to be your partner in your musical journey. Global Music Awards seeks original music from composers, faculty, musicians, groups, bands and singers. It is a showcase for original music and unique voices.”
Artists can submit entries here or print the entry form here, fill it along with proof of payment to and mail it to:
Global Music Awards
7752 Fay Avenue, Suite B, La Jolla
California 92037, US.
The submission deadline is 3 January.
Rules
- Submissions may be of any genre and any length.
- Songs in other than English must include a copy of the written lyrics.
- The entry fee for the first judging category is $60. Each additional category added is an additional $30.
- Artists should submit music on a CD or write on the entry form indicating where their music can be listened to online. Entrants should be very specific by providing an exact web address (URL). If a CD is submitted, artists should label it with their name and email address.
- Written comments describing your entry and publicity materials are invited and helpful during the judging process.
Below is the full list of categories:
- Alternative
- Blues
- Children’s Music
- Classical
- Classical Crossover
- Computer & Digital
- Country
- Dance & Electronic
- Easy Listening
- Folk & Protest/Liberation
- Hip Hop & Rap
- Indie Pop
- Inspirational & Gospel
- Instrumental
- Jazz
- Latin
- New Age
- Pop (Popular Music)
- R&B & Soul
- Reggae
- Rock
- World Music & Beats
- Other (Specify)
- Male Vocalist
- Female Vocalist
- Vocal Duo
- Vocal Group
- Backing Vocals
- Breakthrough Artist
- Instrumental Performance Solo
- Instrumental Performance in a Group
- Album Song
- Original Score/Sound Track Movie & TV
- Video Game Music
- Instructional Recording
- Music Video
- Experimental
- Live Performance
- Composition
- Lyrics/Songwriting
- Band
- Acoustic Music
- Instrumental Music
- Computer/Electronic Music
- Chamber Music
- Choral Music
- Operatic Music
- Symphonic Music
- Student
- Album Art/Graphics
- Concept
- Creativity/Originality
- Dramatic Impact
- Humour/Humourist
- Innovation in Sound
- Press Kit/Promotional Materials
- Production
- Sound Editing/Sound Mixing
- Sound and Special Effects
- Listener Impact: Content/Message Delivery
- Listener Impact: Entertainment Value
- Listener Impact: Motivational/Inspirational
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