Attention recording and performing Artists!
Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota
Share in the vision for Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of Happiness at Urban Music Fest 2007. A one of a kind music festival acclaimed for its eclectic line-up and family-friendly vibe. Showcasing the world's finest in positive urban music, this festival will be the premiere music festival of the Twin Cities, scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 30, 2007.
Urban Music Fest is searching the country over to find 20 of the hottest independent urban artists to feature on the Urban Music Fest compilation CD and/or perform live at the Festival. Submit your material today for the Urban Music Fest Compilation CD! This is a fast-track project, so jump on board NOW as we feature the finest in original, independent urban music! DJ Glenn of KCDR Radio has signed on with Urban Music Fest as the host DJ for the compilation. Why is this a HUGE opportunity for you? 5,000+ FREE CD's of The Urban Music Fest Compilation will be distributed within in the Twin Cities and abroad with 30 to 45 days of strong marketing and promotion leading up to the festival. If your song is hot enough to be on the CD, Submit Now! If you would like to perform Submit Now!
DEADLINE:
May 7, 2007 or WHEN ALL SLOTS ARE FILLED! WHICH EVER COMES FIRST!
SUBMIT NOW!
Primary Genres Accepted:
Urban, R&B, Hip Hop, Rap, Gospel, Contemporary, Christian, Funk, House Music, Poetry, Pop, Rock, and Spoken Word.
NO PROFANITY
NO USE OF THE 'N' WORD
Urban Music Fest is a celebration of positive, fresh, and revitalizing music that offers hope, inspiration and life thru the lyrics.
Send your material in an MP3 format to: umf@xrossmusic.com and make sure to name the file with the correct artist and song name. You also must include your contact information (i.e. first and last name, phone number & mailing address) in the email. Be sure to include a professional photo. The Urban Music Fest staff will review your material, and you will be contacted on or before May 15, 2007.
1. Unlimited number of submissions per artist
2. 20 artist slots available
3. Each additional song: $20.00
Payment needs to be made through www.paypal.com.
Send money link to: info@xrossmusic.com
All submissions will receive a through review.
Compilation is scheduled to hit the streets on May 15th 2007
Compilation distribution: 5000+
Benefits to the Artists:
1. Your music will be massively exposed to a new market – 5,000+ copies of your hottest song distributed to thousands in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis and St. Paul) and abroad
2. Street team will be utilized to market and push your product (artist/band name, website, song, etc.) noted on the CD
3. Gain national exposure for your material
4. Increase album sales
5. A chance to take the stage with other top urban artists in the country
6. Inclusion as an Urban Music Fest 2007 performing artist (as deemed appropriate)
7. Thousands of additional fans will know your group and song whether you perform at Urban Music Fest or not
8. Promotion of independent artists with no hassle to the artist
Selected artists will receive:
1. 10 copies of the CD for their own use.
2. Invitation to perform live at The Urban Music Fest 2007 (remember they've been playing it for the past two months…they are hyped and ready to see you perform!)
3. Inclusion on printing/press release associated with the compilation CD
4. Artists will be marketed and promoted on Urban Music Fest website.
5. Inclusion on printing/press releases associated with the Urban Music Fest.
6. Inclusion on the MySpace promo page www.myspace.com/urbanmusicfest (make UMF your top friend)
We look forward to putting you on BLAST! Those in attendance will have the opportunity to see many of the hottest acts touring today. Industry heads will turn at the shear glimpse, momentum and magnitude of this event, not to mention the prolific independent artists showcasing a real desire for a positive social change through music. Urban Music Fest is sure to pack the stage with national
indie artists in an A-1 club atmosphere within the boundaries of the Twin Cities nightlife. Professional and quality entertainment, service & merchandise vendors, delicious food and non-alcoholic drinks are simply a few of the attractions!
Thank you in advance for your interest, support and participation in helping us make Urban Music Fest 2007 a great success!
Korey Dean Sr. | Founder – 763.502.0212 (umf@xrossmusic.com)
