RULES

1. Competition Name

The competition is open to musicians, composers, arrangers, vocalists, and bands from all around the world.

2. Purpose

EIMA aims to promote and uplift international, independent, and emerging musical talent through a digital platform for listening and evaluation.

3. Eligibility

All artists aged 18 and above may apply. Solo performers, bands, ensembles, or musical groups of any size are welcome to participate.
Submitted works may have been created at any time, with no restrictions on composition or release dates.
Entries must be available on official streaming and sales platforms such as Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, etc. Both previously released and new original works are accepted.
Participants may submit multiple entries across different categories without limitation.

4. Ownership of Works

All submitted works remain the exclusive property of the original entrant or author.
Copyright and economic rights stay with their rightful owners.
The competition uses streaming links solely for evaluation purposes and does not claim any exploitation rights.

5. Competition Categories

Participants can register their works in the following main categories (additional categories may be introduced based on submissions):

• Best Original Pop Song

• Best Original Rock Song

• Best Original Jazz Song

• Best Original Classical/Instrumental Piece

• Best Original Blues Song

• Best Original Hip-Hop/Rap Song

• Best Original Electronic/Dance Song

• Best Original Folk/World Music Song

• Best Digital Album

• Best Emerging Artist

• Best Solo Vocalist

• Best Band/Ensemble

6. Entry and Submission

Submissions are to be made exclusively online via the official competition website.
Registration will be open until a deadline announced by the organizers.
Each entry must be accompanied by a valid streaming link from official platforms (Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, etc.) for judging.

7. Judging Panel

The jury will consist of experts from the music industry including producers, artists, and critics.
Evaluation will be based on listening through the provided official streaming links.
The jury reserves the right to award ties and special mentions for outstanding works.

8. Competition Timeline

After the submission deadline, the jury will conduct a selection process lasting at least 30 days.
Official nominations (finalists) will be announced for each category.
A further period of at least 15 days will follow for final evaluations, after which winners will be declared.

9. Communications

All official communications including deadlines, nominations, and winners will be published through the official website and social media channels.

10. General Terms

Participation in the competition implies full acceptance of these rules.
No live gala event or in-person award ceremony is planned for the first edition.
Any disputes will be resolved amicably; if necessary, legally in the organizer’s jurisdiction.

Upon receipt, your submission enters a meticulous evaluation process meticulously designed to assess several vital aspects: the emotional resonance with audiences, technical precision, originality, and artistic flair. The initial review is conducted by a dedicated panel of industry professionals who bring culinary expertise to the tasting, so to speak. Works deemed to have exceptional potential may be escalated for further scrutiny by a panel of distinguished external judges. Ultimately, a comprehensive review of all finalists—those who shine brightest for the Gold, Silver, and Bronze distinctions—is undertaken to ensure consistency in excellence across all categories.

Our judging philosophy is rooted in meritocracy. We ignore metrics such as popularity, social media following, or commercial success—factors that can distort genuine musical value. Instead, the emphasis lies on the art’s ability to stir emotions, introduce novelty, and craft a memorable listening experience. The music must be infectious, compelling, and authentic enough to remind us why music has such powerful significance in our lives. We celebrate both established virtuosos and emerging talents with raw potential, giving each artist a fair chance to stand out.

Given the subjective nature of musical taste, we acknowledge that different judges may sometimes arrive at different conclusions. Nevertheless, our goal is always to preserve a positive atmosphere, ensuring that every artist feels appreciated during the process, regardless of whether they receive an award or not. We believe that fairness and respect are essential to nurturing creativity and trust.