paramount music showcase
Paramount’s Music Showcase Initiative was launched to provide mentorship and opportunities for individuals that have been historically underrepresented in the music industry. We believe that music is a critical medium for artistic self-expression; the messages inherent in music drive public exposure to diverse multi-cultural sounds, ideas, and issues. Our goal is to amplify previously unheard voices within the music community to elevate underrepresented groups both in music and the current cultural landscape.
FAQ
The current submission window for the Paramount Music Showcase Initiative begins 12:00 AM ET on July 18th 2022 through August 19th 2022.
Open to unsigned music artists, You must be 18 years or older as of Friday, September 8th, 2023 to apply. If applying as a group act, all members must be 18 or older as of Friday, September 8th, 2023.
No, program participants will not receive any compensation. Paramount will contribute to travel to the showcase only.
Artist already signed with a major label or one of their subsidiaries are not eligible. Artists signed with an independent label will be considered on a case-by-case basis, entirely at the discretion of the Talent & Music team.
Yes, applicants from the UK and Ireland are welcome to apply. Paramount will cover travel expenses for the day of the showcase.
Please do not telephone or email Paramount. No phone calls or emails regarding the Paramount Music Showcase application process will be accepted.
A total of 4 acts (solo or group) will be selected for the showcase.
If selected, participants are expected to commit to multiple (3-4) 30 minute meetings with mentors during the mentorship phase. These meetings may be either virtual or in-person. Additionally, participants will perform a 2 song set-list on the night of the showcase. Expectation is that the set-list should be sufficiently rehearsed prior to the showcase.
Paramount’s Talent & Music team will oversee the showcase.
Absolutely not! Submission links are review purposes only.
1 song of your choice, an original recording lasting 3-5 minutes. Can be in the format of a YouTube, Soundcloud link or something similar.
2 tracks which can be original recordings or covers, subject to clearance. Paramount will film these tracks and use in social and internal content.
Mentorship meetings will begin in October. We are currently looking at the Showcase taking place on October 26th, 2023 If this changes due to any circumstances we will inform selected participants. Paramount reserves the right to change the terms of the Contest at any time. All changes will be published on this website as soon as possible.
The Paramount Talent & Music team will internally review submitted applications and select 4 finalists (solo or group artists). The selection will be independent, fair and chosen by internal music stakeholders in Paramount. The decision is final and cannot be appealed. If selected participants break the rules or are unable to continue to participate in the project, they will be replaced by another artist. All selected participants are required to sign the agreement provided by Paramount.