How To Enter
 


1. Find a Radio Station in the area where you want to compete. You can do that by clicking here and clicking on your state.

2. Call the station and request an entry form. (Phone numbers and contact names are included on this site.) The entry form MUST come from a participating radio station.

3. The radio station can provide you with details on entering, including:


  • What is the deadline for entry?
  • Do I send a recording of myself / band?
  • What time is the contest?
  • Where is the contest?

  • 4.On the Entry Form is a "registration number" field. You get that number by registering online1. Your number is emailed to you once you've entered your information. You then take the completed Entry Form back to the radio station and they will contact you with the next step. When you register online, you can create your own Profile page. Your custom Profile page can include:



  • a photo
  • bio
  • a calendar featuring some of your upcoming performances
  • your progress in the Showdown competition

  • Good luck!

    1Online registration is not required for entrance into contest
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