If you could walk up to Tom Waits and have him listen to your band’s demo, would you? How about Ziggy Marley? G. Love? If you have ever wanted to get your music into the hands of these experts, here’s your chance.
WHAT: Every year, the IMA’s honor the best, most exciting independent music in the world. With superstar artists and industry veterans judging all the music, you can rest assured that your music is being judged fairly, and by the most knowledgeable people possible.
WHO: fun., State Radio, Cursive, Ra Ra Riot, and Jamie Lidell have all won IMA’s, along with multiple Sonicbids bands every year. Last year alone, six Sonicbids bands took home awards for Best Blues Song, Best Jazz Album, and more!
WHEN: The deadline to submit is October 11th, but we always recommend getting submissions in early. You never know how long it will take to write the perfect bio!
WHERE: Anywhere! That’s the great thing about it. With Sonicbids, you can submit to the IMA’s from your couch. It’s that easy.
WHY: Winners not only get to list their name among the prestigious past victors, but they also get their music placed in 20,000 digital jukeboxes worldwide, gaining access to nearly 1 billion listeners! Also, celebrity judges like Tom Waits, G. Love, Suzanne Vega, or Pete Wentz will be the ones evaluating your record. So you know that the best ears in the industry will hear your music!
HOW: If you are a Sonicbids member, simply log in to your account and head to the IMA Gig listing page.
If you are not a member, head to the IMA Gig Page and click ‘Activate And Submit’ on the right side of the page, you’ll get a 3-month FREE Sonicbids trial!
