Perform at the Global Indie Awards
The Global Indie Awards ceremony takes place Sunday, August 15, 2027, in Atlanta, GA, streamed live on IND TV.
Alongside our curated headliners, we are opening 1–2 Breakthrough Performance slots to independent artists through an open call. If you have a performance the world needs to see, this is your stage.
This is separate from award nominations. Submitting to perform does not nominate you for an award, and being nominated for an award does not enter you to perform. You can do both.
Who can submit
- Independent artists of any genre, from anywhere in the world
- Solo artists, groups, and bands
- Artists must be 18 or older, or submit with a parent/guardian’s permission
- You must own the rights to the material you perform, or have permission to perform it
What to submit
- Artist or group name
- Contact name and email
- Genre
- A link to your performance — YouTube, Instagram, or Google Drive (please do not upload video files; links only)
- A short bio (a few sentences)
- Your social media handles
- Whether the material is original
A clip of 1–3 minutes is ideal. Full songs are welcome, but the clip is what gets watched first.
How selection works
- Submissions are reviewed by the Global Indie Awards team.
- Finalists are contacted and announced on @GlobalIndieAwards.
- Final selections are made by the Global Indie Awards. All decisions are final.
There is no fee to submit.
Key dates
- Submissions open: now
- Submissions close: March 31, 2027
- Finalists announced: April 2027
- Ceremony: August 15, 2027, Atlanta, GA
What selected artists receive
- A performance slot at the Global Indie Awards ceremony, streamed live on IND TV
- Promotion across @GlobalIndieAwards and IND TV channels
- An official “Performing Artist” feature
Travel and lodging are the artist’s responsibility unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Submit
Submission form coming soon — check back shortly.
By submitting, you agree to the Global Indie Awards Terms and Conditions.