Please read the list of Frequently Asked Questions below before contacting us as your question is probably already answered here.

What are the 2007 dates and deadline?
The 2007 event closed for entries on October 31st. The next event is in 2008.

Who can enter the Music Aid "International Music Awards"?
Everyone can enter - from unknown beginners, to semi-professionals and professional signed acts. Everyone competes on an equal basis and has exactly the same chance of becoming a finalist or winning an award. Everyone will receive a special Certificate from the Music Aid Organization to show they were part of this important international musical event.

What could I win?
The International Music Aid Awards winners will be presented with stunning Gold Disc Awards from The Music Aid Organization and will be featured on the Music Aid "Save Our Planet" album. All entrants, winners or not, will also be considered for a place on this album by the producers. International winners will also be on special industry Awards CDs will be on the desks of some of the world's top music executives. Each award winner will be promoted internationally to the music, entertainment and general news media by our promotions team. The winning songs will be sold as downloads on the Music Aid international website with all royalties going directly to the artists. We also have up to 50 Honorary Music Diplomas from the World Music Foundation to give away to entrants chosen by Music Aid producers (use the letters Dip.Mus after your name!) PLUS everyone will receive a special Certificate from the Music Aid Organization to show they were part of this important international musical event.

How much is the entry fee? How can I pay?
The fee is $30 per entry. You can pay using Visa, Mastercard, Discover Card, American Express or e-check.

What happens to the winners from each country?
The winners from each country will automatically become nominees for the International Music Awards and a selection of the best country winners will also appear on the Awards CD. They will be considered for a place on the Save Our Planet album and they will be promoted internationally by our promotions team to the music and entertainment media world wide. We will also publish lists of winners, runners up and finalists from each country. So even if you do not win an International Award you still have the chance to benefit from the media exposure and status that comes from success within your own country. And the publicity from promotions teams will provide a real boost and add genuine credibility to your music career. 

What is the background and history behind Music Aid?
The Music Aid Organization was formed in 1998 with support from some of the biggest names in international music. Click here to find out about Music Aid international website and learn more about the organization (this will open in a new window).

How do I upload my entries?
We have made the upload process as simple as possible. If you have uploaded MP3s before or sent email attachments you should find it very easy. All song uploads must be in standard MP3 format (128 or 194 kbps). Please go to our Technical Help section for further information on MP3 uploads and formats. If you have any doubts or questions please visit the Technical Help section by clicking here.

What about copyrights and ownership rights?
Everyone who enters retains 100% of all rights and ownership of their work. Entering the Awards will NOT affect your ownership and copyright in anyway. 

What happens after I enter?
As soon as your entry is received you will be sent a confirmation email with your entry and payment details and a message from Music Aid. You will be able to log in and track your entry live and see exactly when your MP3 becomes activated, when your tracks enter the voting system etc etc. You will also be able to take part in the international voting and play a role in selecting the country winners and the International Music Award 2007 winners. The voting dates will be announced soon.

When should I enter?
The earlier your work is in the awards contest system the more exposure you will receive. Music Aid staff, producers and partners are constantly monitoring the awards participants looking for interesting and promising solo artists and performers, bands, songwriters, producers etc, and the longer you are in the system the more chance you have to be noticed.

How are the winners selected?
The Music Aid "International Music Awards" are unique because you, the musicians and artists, choose the winners. Unknown artists and signed acts compete on equal terms and all voting is anonymous. You will decide who wins. This is a genuine opportunity for unknown songwriters, bands, solo artists, composers and producers to receive international recognition. Voting dates will be announced soon and everyone who has entered will be invited to take part.

Can I enter three different songs in the same category? Or enter the same song in more than one category?
Yes. You can enter as many times and in as many categories as you wish. For example a band could enter two or more different tracks in the Best Band category and also enter one or both of these in the Best Songwriter and/or Best Production categories. The choice is yours. A songwriter could enter the same song in Best Songwriter and also in Best Production. A solo artist could enter in Best Songwriter and also in Best Solo Artist etc etc. Each entry is charged a separate entry fee and will be judged completely separately and have the same chances of success in the national and international results. 

What happens to the entry fees?
Music Aid is a non profit organization and proceeds from the International Music Awards are used to fund Music Aid's Save Our Planet campaign and also generally fund the organization and its work and ensure its continued existence. By entering the Music Aid Awards you play an important role in supporting this work world wide and you are an essential part of the Save Our Planet and Music Aid Movements.