How it works

The first competition that levels the playing field.

Most talent shows decide a winner behind closed doors. We don't. Viral Stardom combines industry judging with live audience and social media scoring — so the artists getting through are the ones people actually care about.

1. Apply

Free, 3-minute application from your phone. Drop a clip and a sentence about who you are.

2. Get selected

Our team and panel of industry judges review every submission. Selected artists get an event invite.

3. Perform & win

Take the stage. Cash, bookings and intros to A&Rs, managers and producers in our network.

The scoring system.

Two scores. One winner. We weigh industry expertise and audience reaction equally — because both matter.

Industry score (50%)

A panel of A&Rs, producers, managers and broadcast veterans judges each performance on craft, originality and stage presence.

Community score (50%)

Live audience votes plus social media engagement (likes, views, shares) on the official performance clip in the 48 hours after each show.

Frequently asked, briefly answered.

Is there a fee?
Never.
Do I need an agent or label?
No. Many of our finalists are unsigned.
Can groups apply?
Yes — solo and groups welcome.
What format are the auditions?
Live, in-person, in front of a real audience and judges.
Where do you stream?
Performances air across our broadcast and streaming partners. We'll send you the links.
What rights do you take?
We take limited rights to your performance footage for promotion. You keep your music, your master, your career.

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