PROGRAM TIMELINE
APPLICATIONS
Artists apply with a $100 registration fee. Every submission is reviewed.
Selected artists advance into the competition.
COMPETITION
Artists compete in real-world challenges. They create content, go live, and build their audiences. All while being evaluated.
THE TOUR
The competition goes on the road with 12 pop-up concerts and an 8-city mini bus tour. Live shows. Real audiences.
THE FINALE
The Final 8 artists perform live in New York City. The audience votes. A winner is crowned and receives their Grand Prize.
THERE'S A CATCH
Two artists in the competition don't belong.
We tell the audience this from the start. From day one, everyone knows that two of the artists are different somehow. But no one knows who. And no one knows why.
The audience's job is simple: find them. Watch closely. Look for clues. Try to figure out who doesn't belong and whether they should be eliminated.
But here's where it gets interesting. As the competition unfolds, a deeper question emerges: Is whatever separates these two artists actually hurting them? Or is it the reason they're winning?
We never answer that directly. The show lets the audience decide.
IS THIS FOR YOU?
We're looking for serious artists.
You should only apply if:
You have real talent and the drive to elevate your career
You’re open to mentoring, collaboration, and feedback
You understand that execution matters as much as ability
You want to level up on the business side of music
You’re ready for pressure, accountability, and meaningful stakes
Don't apply if:
You’re not open to feedback or growth
You think talent alone is enough
The Rise isn’t for everyone. It’s for artists ready to earn what comes next.
$100 application fee TO ENTER
The Rise has a $100 application fee.
Here's why:
It filters out people who aren't serious
It helps fund production and operations
It signals that this is a real professional opportunity
You're not paying to audition. You're investing in access to a development process, mentorship, and infrastructure — whether you win or not.
*Payment does not guarantee acceptance or advancement. All selections are based on readiness and performance.
