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August 2027

Vegas show

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Both Charts

Top 10 Songs

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Road to Vegas

Two separate leaderboards · Top 5 from Songs + Top 5 from Videos earn a performance slot in Las Vegas

Week 16 of 5236 weeks remaining

What Is the Road to Vegas?

The Road to Vegas is the IndieCharts year-long points leaderboard. Every week an artist charts in the Top 10, they earn points. Points accumulate all 52 weeks. The top 10 artists on the leaderboard at season-end earn a live performance slot at the IndieCharts Awards Show in Las Vegas on August 2027.

It's simple: the more you chart, the higher your position, and the better your shot at Vegas.

How Points Are Earned

#1

Chart position

10 pts / week

#2

Chart position

9 pts / week

#3

Chart position

8 pts / week

#4 through #10

7 pts down to 1 pt

✓ Two separate leaderboards — everyone has a fair shot Songs chart points count toward the Songs Leaderboard. Videos chart points count toward the Videos Leaderboard. The top 5 from each leaderboard qualify for Las Vegas — guaranteeing song-only artists always have 5 Vegas performance slots reserved for them.

The Las Vegas Finale

Top 10 Perform Live
in Las Vegas

The top 10 artists on the leaderboard at the end of Week 52 earn a 5–7 minute live performance slot at the IndieCharts Awards Show on August 2027. The show is free to stream on YouTube worldwide.

Required for all Vegas finalists

The Pre-Show Video Audition

Every artist who qualifies for Las Vegas must submit a short video audition before the show. This confirms you are ready to perform live, gives us content to promote the event, and ensures we have qualified alternates ready if needed.

🎬

2–3 minute live clip

Perform a song you plan to play at the show. Phone camera is fine — we are looking for performance ability, not production quality.

📅

Due June 1, 2027

Roughly 60 days before the August 2027 show. Submitted privately to IndieCharts via email. Results within one week.

🔄

Alternates on standby

Artists ranked #6–#10 on each leaderboard serve as alternates in order. If a finalist withdraws or does not pass the audition, the next alternate is invited.

The audition is not a competition — it is a confirmation. The vast majority of finalists will pass. It exists to protect the quality of the show and to give every finalist fair notice of what is expected on stage.

Grand Prize

$5,000

Artist of the Year

August 2027 · Las Vegas

IndieCharts
Awards 2027

The season finale celebration of independent music. Six awards. One night. Las Vegas.

$5,000 Grand Prize

Live + Livestream

Fan Vote Open

Top 10 Finalists Perform

How the Awards Show Works

The IndieCharts Awards Show is the culmination of a full season of fan voting and chart competition. The top 10 artists on the Road to Vegas leaderboard perform live. Six awards are presented — determined by a combination of fan votes, season chart points, and a judge panel. The entire show is free to watch on YouTube.

Show Night — August 2027

7:00 PM

Doors Open

Las Vegas venue opens to ticket holders

8:00 PM

Show Begins

YouTube livestream goes live worldwide

8:30 PM

Performances

#10 through #1 each perform 5–7 minutes

10:30 PM

Award Presentations

Song, Video, Breakout Artist, Fan Favorite

11:30 PM

Best Live Performance

Decided by live audience QR code vote

Midnight

Artist of the Year

The final reveal + $5,000 grand prize

How Each Award Is Decided

★

Artist of the Year

Self-Released & Indie Label only · Eligible for $5,000 prize

Fan votes 50%

Judge panel 50%

♪

Song of the Year

All badge tiers eligible

Yearly chart points

Fan votes 30%

Judge 20%

▶

Video of the Year

All badge tiers eligible

Chart points

YouTube views

Fan votes 30%

◈

Breakout Artist

First-year artists only · Self-Released & Indie Label

Chart pts 40%

Fan votes 40%

Judge 20%

♡

Fan Favorite

All badge tiers eligible

100% fan votes — all season

◉

Best Live Performance

Decided the night of the show · All badge tiers eligible

100% live audience QR code vote

Fan voting for all awards (except Best Live) opens July 1, 2027 and closes July 31, 2027

🌍 Global Recognition

International Awards

IndieCharts is open to independent artists worldwide. For international artists who qualify for the Vegas show but can't make the trip, we have dedicated awards and a live virtual performance option.

🎥

Live Virtual Performance Slot

International finalists who can't attend in person can perform live via livestream on the big screen at the IndieCharts Awards Show in Las Vegas. Your performance reaches the live audience in the venue and the global streaming audience — a real Vegas moment without the travel.

Available to all international finalists who qualify for a Vegas performance slot · 5–7 minutes · Performed live via video link · Shown on the main stage screen · Recorded and published on IndieCharts YouTube

🏆

International Artist of the Year

$500 Cash + Trophy

Highest Road to Vegas points from any artist outside the United States. Trophy shipped worldwide. Prize announced live at the Vegas show — winner delivers acceptance via video message played on the main stage.

🎬

Best International Video

30-Day YouTube Feature

Highest Videos chart points from any international artist. Winner's video featured on the IndieCharts YouTube channel homepage for 30 days and promoted across all social platforms.

❤️

Global Fan Favorite

Spotlight Campaign

International artist with the highest cumulative fan votes all season. Wins a full featured artist week — dedicated posts across all IndieCharts social platforms, YouTube feature, and press release to 50 indie music blogs.

🎙️

Recording Studio Credit

$500 Studio Credit

$500 toward recording studio time at a studio of the artist's choice anywhere in the world. Awarded to the top-charting international artist on the Songs chart who can't attend in person.

🎞️

Video Production Credit

$500 Production Credit

$500 toward a professional music video production anywhere in the world. Awarded to the top-charting international artist on the Videos chart who can't attend in person.

🎵

Distribution Credit

1 Year DistroKid

One full year of DistroKid Musician Plus plan — unlimited releases, keep 100% of royalties. Awarded to the top international Breakout Artist of the season.

All international awards are open to any independent artist outside the United States who submits to IndieCharts and earns chart points during Season 1. Trophy awards are shipped worldwide at no cost to the recipient. Cash prizes are paid via international bank transfer or PayPal. All awards are decided by fan votes and chart points — no judges, no gatekeeping.

← All Awards

★

Artist of the Year

The highest honor on IndieCharts. Awarded to the independent artist who dominated both charts, earned the most points over 52 weeks, and won the hearts of fans and judges alike.

Fan votes 50% + Judge panel 50% = Final score

★

$5,000

Cash prize · Artist of the Year

Plus: IndieCharts Artist of the Year title · Featured in 2028 launch campaign · Guaranteed submission slot all 52 weeks of next year

Eligibility: Self-Released and Indie Label artists only. Indie Distributed artists are not eligible for this award or the $5,000 prize. Combined song + video chart points determine the top 5 nominees.

2026 nominees — vote now

Judge panel scores (50% of final score)

Cast your fan vote — Artist of the Year

1 vote per day · Fan votes count 50% of final score · Voting closes July 31, 2027

Select a nominee above to vote

Voting closes July 31, 2027 at 11:59 PM ET · Winner announced live August 2027 in Las Vegas · Free YouTube livestream

← All Awards

♪

Song of the Year

The song that earned the most cumulative points on the IndieCharts Top 10 Songs chart over the full season. No video required — pure audio achievement.

Yearly chart points + Fan votes 30% + Judge 20%

Eligibility: All badge tiers eligible — Self-Released, Indie Label, and Indie Distributed. Determined by total points accumulated on the Top 10 Songs chart across all 52 weeks.

★ Prize — Song of the Year

Trophy + 30-second intro spot in every Season 2 weekly countdown episode

The Song of the Year winner's song will open every one of the 52 weekly IndieCharts Top 10 YouTube countdown episodes throughout Season 2 (2027–2028). A 30-second clip plays as the intro before the countdown begins — heard by our full audience every Monday, all season long. No chart performance required. The song is in, every week, all year.

Top 5 songs by season chart points

Important dates

July 1, 2027

Fan voting opens — vote for your favorite song of the season

July 31, 2027

Voting closes — tallies combined with chart points and judge scores

August 2027

Winner announced live in Las Vegas during the awards show

Vote — Song of the Year

Your vote counts 30% of the final score alongside season chart points

Select a song above to vote

Voting closes July 31, 2027 · Winner announced live in Las Vegas, December 12

← All Awards

▶

Video of the Year

The music video that earned the most cumulative points on the IndieCharts Top 10 Videos chart. Celebrates independent artists who invested in their visual identity without a label budget.

Yearly chart points + YouTube views + Fan votes 30%

Eligibility: All badge tiers eligible. Must have charted on the Top 10 Videos chart at least once during 2026. Determined by cumulative video chart points combined with total YouTube view count.

Submit Your Music

Get in early. Submissions are open now — approved artists go live on the chart the moment voting opens July 1, 2026.
Free forever · No label required · Reviewed within 48 hours

Artist Information

Artist / Band name *

Genre *

City *

State / Country *

Contact email *

Instagram handle (optional)

Short bio (optional — appears on your artist profile)

Your Music

Song title *

Streaming link * (Spotify, Apple Music, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, or direct MP3)

YouTube music video URL (optional — required for Videos chart)

Independence Status

How do you distribute your music? *

Distributor name *

I certify that I am an independent artist and the information above is accurate. I understand that false certification results in permanent removal from IndieCharts. I agree to the IndieCharts Rules and the discovery credit agreement.

Reviewed within 48 hours · No fee ever · One submission at a time

Submissions Open Now · Voting Opens July 1, 2026

What Is
IndieCharts?

The first music chart built entirely by fans, for independent artists — no major labels, no industry gatekeepers, no pay-to-play. Just real music, real votes, and a real shot at recognition.

Our Mission

Give independent artists the
spotlight they deserve

Billboard, Spotify charts, and Apple Music rankings are dominated by major label budgets, playlist payola, and industry connections. If you don't have a label behind you, the system isn't built for you. IndieCharts is different. Every position on our chart is earned by fan votes — not bought by a marketing budget.

How It Works

🎵

Artists Submit

Independent artists submit their song or video for free. No fees, no label required. Self-released, indie label, or indie distributed — all welcome.

🗳️

Fans Vote

Every week, fans vote for their favorite songs and videos. One vote per fan per day. The votes — not the money — determine the Top 10.

🏆

Charts Are Born

Every Monday the new Top 10 is revealed in our YouTube countdown episode. Chart points accumulate all season toward the Road to Vegas leaderboard.

Two Charts. One Mission.

♪ Top 10 Songs

For artists releasing on Spotify, Apple Music, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, or any platform. No video required. Pure audio, pure talent.

▶ Top 10 Videos

For artists with YouTube music videos. Charting on both the Songs and Videos charts earns double points toward the season leaderboard.

Year-End · Las Vegas · August 2027

IndieCharts Awards Show

The top 10 artists on the seasonly Road to Vegas leaderboard earn a live performance slot at the IndieCharts Awards Show in Las Vegas. Six awards. One night. One grand prize.

$5,000

Cash prize · Artist of the Year

Who Is Eligible?

Self-Released

Full eligibility

DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby, Amuse, or direct. All charts + awards eligible including the $5,000 prize.

Indie Label

Full eligibility

Artist-owned or independent label with no major ownership. All charts + awards eligible including the $5,000 prize.

Indie Distributed

Chart eligible only

Indie label using AWAL, The Orchard, Virgin Music Group, etc. Chart eligible but not Vegas prize eligible.

Ready to be part of it?

Artists — submit your music. Fans — vote every week. Together we build the chart the music industry should have always had.

Season 1 · July 1, 2026 – August 2027

Built For
Independent
Artists

You make the music. You own your masters. You built your fanbase from nothing. IndieCharts is the chart that was built for you — not for the labels.

Why Submit to IndieCharts?

📺

Weekly YouTube Countdown

Every charting artist is featured in our weekly Top 10 YouTube countdown episode. Your press photo, your audio, your moment. Real exposure to a growing audience.

🗳️

Fan-Powered Rankings

Your position is determined by real fan votes — not a label's marketing spend. If your fans show up, you rise. Period.

🏆

Road to Vegas

Every week you chart, you earn points toward the season leaderboard. The top 10 artists at season-end perform live in Las Vegas at the IndieCharts Awards Show.

💰

$5,000 Grand Prize

The Artist of the Year award carries a $5,000 cash prize, determined by fan votes and a judge panel. Self-released and indie label artists are eligible.

🎯

Double Your Chances

Submit both your song and a YouTube video to chart on both the Top 10 Songs and Top 10 Videos simultaneously — earning double points toward the Road to Vegas leaderboard.

🔓

Free. Always.

Submitting to IndieCharts costs nothing. There are no placement fees, no pay-to-play tiers, no premium submission options. If fans vote for you, you chart.

How To Submit

1

Click "Submit Your Music"

Choose whether you're submitting a song, a video, or both. Submitting both charts you on both Top 10 lists and earns double Road to Vegas points.

2

Fill out the submission form

Paste your streaming link or YouTube URL. Upload a press photo (min 1000px) and an MP3/WAV audio file — these are used in the weekly YouTube countdown episode.

3

Get reviewed within 48 hours

We review every submission to verify independence status. Once approved, your song enters the weekly voting pool and you receive your verification badge.

4

Tell your fans to vote

Share the voting link with your fans every week. Voting is open all week and closes Sunday at midnight. The more your fans vote, the higher you chart.

5

Watch the Monday reveal

Every Monday the new Top 10 is revealed on our YouTube channel. Charting artists are featured with their photo and a 30-second audio sample in the countdown episode.

Artist FAQ

Is there a cost to submit?

No. Submitting to IndieCharts is completely free. There are no hidden fees, no premium tiers, and no pay-to-chart options.

Can I submit if I'm on a small indie label?

Yes. Artists on genuinely independent labels with no major label ownership are fully eligible for all charts and awards including the $5,000 prize.

What if I use AWAL, The Orchard, or Virgin Music Group?

You are eligible to chart on the Top 10 Songs and Videos charts. However, because these distributors are majority-owned by major labels, you would not be eligible for the Las Vegas awards or the $5,000 prize.

Do I need a music video to submit?

No. The Top 10 Songs chart accepts any streaming link — Spotify, Apple Music, SoundCloud, Bandcamp, or a direct MP3 upload. A video is only required if you want to also chart on the Top 10 Videos chart.

How do I get into the YouTube countdown episode?

When you submit, upload a press photo (JPG/PNG, minimum 1000px) and an audio file (MP3 or WAV). If your song charts in the Top 10, your photo and a 30-second clip of your song will be featured in that week's episode.

How do I maximize my Road to Vegas points?

Submit both a song and a YouTube video to chart on both lists simultaneously. The #1 spot earns 10 points per chart per week — so a double #1 earns 20 points. Consistently chart high and mobilize your fanbase to vote every week.

Your music deserves
to be heard

Stop waiting for a label to notice you. Build your fanbase, earn your chart position, and perform on the IndieCharts stage in Las Vegas. Submission is free and takes 5 minutes.

Reviewed within 48 hours · No label required · Free forever

Questions? Email us at producer@theindiecharts.com

Last updated · April 2026

Official
Rules

IndieCharts is built on transparency. These rules define who can participate, how the charts work, how points are calculated, and how awards are determined. Everyone plays by the same rules.

1

Artist Eligibility

1.1 — No major label artists

Artists signed to or distributed by a major label (Universal Music Group, Sony Music, Warner Music Group) or any entity majority-owned by a major label are not eligible to submit or chart on IndieCharts.

1.2 — Self-Released artists

Artists releasing music independently through DistroKid, TuneCore, CD Baby, Amuse, Bandcamp, or directly to streaming platforms are fully eligible for all charts, all awards, and the $5,000 grand prize.

1.3 — Indie Label artists

Artists signed to an independently owned record label (with no major label ownership or investment) are fully eligible for all charts, all awards, and the $5,000 grand prize.

1.4 — Indie Distributed artists (partial eligibility)

Artists on an independent label that uses a major-affiliated distributor (AWAL, The Orchard, Virgin Music Group, etc.) may chart on the Top 10 Songs and Videos charts. They are not eligible for the Las Vegas Awards Show, the $5,000 prize, or the Artist of the Year or Breakout Artist awards.

1.5 — False certification

Artists who falsely certify their independence status will be permanently removed from IndieCharts and forfeit any points, chart positions, or awards. IndieCharts reserves the right to verify independence status at any time.

2

Submission Rules

2.1 — One active submission per artist

Each artist may have one active song submission and one active video submission at any time. Artists may submit new songs after a previous submission cycle ends.

2.2 — Original music only

Submissions must be original recordings. Cover songs, remixes of others' work, or recordings where you do not own or control the copyright are not eligible.

2.3 — Review period

All submissions are reviewed by the IndieCharts team within 48 hours. Approved submissions enter the next available voting cycle. IndieCharts reserves the right to reject any submission without explanation.

2.4 — Media requirements for countdown

To be featured in the weekly YouTube countdown episode, artists must submit a press photo (JPG or PNG, minimum 1000px on shortest side) and an audio file (MP3 or WAV). Artists without these files will chart but will not appear in the video episode.

2.5 — Submission is free

There is no cost to submit to IndieCharts. There are no premium submission tiers, no placement fees, and no pay-to-chart options. This will never change.

3

Voting Rules

3.1 — One vote per fan per day

Each fan may cast one vote per chart (Songs and Videos) per day. Votes reset at midnight ET. Fans may vote every day the weekly poll is open.

3.2 — Weekly voting window

Weekly voting opens Monday at 12:01 AM ET and closes Sunday at 11:59 PM ET. No votes are accepted after the close of each weekly poll.

3.3 — No vote manipulation

Automated voting, bot traffic, VPN abuse, paid vote farms, or any other form of artificial vote manipulation is strictly prohibited. Any artist found to be manipulating votes will be permanently banned and will forfeit all points and positions.

3.4 — Artist self-voting

Artists are permitted to vote for themselves — one vote per day like any other fan. There is no restriction on artists promoting their own voting link to their fanbase. That is the entire point.

3.5 — Vote auditing

IndieCharts reserves the right to audit all votes at any time. Suspicious voting patterns may result in vote removal, temporary suspension, or permanent ban at IndieCharts' discretion.

4

Points & Leaderboard

4.1 — Two separate leaderboards

IndieCharts maintains two independent leaderboards: the Songs Leaderboard (points earned on the Top 10 Songs chart) and the Videos Leaderboard (points earned on the Top 10 Videos chart). The top 5 artists on each leaderboard at season-end qualify for Las Vegas — guaranteeing 5 Vegas performance slots are always reserved for song-only artists.

4.2 — Weekly points by chart position

#1 = 10 pts · #2 = 9 pts · #3 = 8 pts · #4 = 7 pts · #5 = 6 pts · #6 = 5 pts · #7 = 4 pts · #8 = 3 pts · #9 = 2 pts · #10 = 1 pt. Points are counted separately for each leaderboard.

4.3 — Dual-chart artists

An artist who submits both a song and a video earns points on both leaderboards simultaneously. They may qualify for Vegas through the Songs Leaderboard, the Videos Leaderboard, or both. If they qualify through both, the next-highest artist on that leaderboard takes the open slot — ensuring all 10 Vegas slots are always filled.

4.4 — Leaderboard updates

The Road to Vegas leaderboard is updated every Monday after the new chart is published. Points are cumulative across all 52 weeks of the season.

4.5 — Vegas qualification

The top 5 artists on the Songs Leaderboard and the top 5 on the Videos Leaderboard at the end of Week 52 qualify for a live performance slot at the IndieCharts Awards Show. The leaderboard is final as of 11:59 PM ET on the last Sunday of Week 52.

5

Awards & Prizes

5.1 — Award voting period

Fan voting for Artist of the Year, Song of the Year, Video of the Year, and Breakout Artist opens July 1, 2027 and closes July 31, 2027 at 11:59 PM ET.

5.2 — $5,000 prize eligibility

The $5,000 cash prize is awarded to the Artist of the Year winner. Only Self-Released and Indie Label artists are eligible to receive the prize. The prize will be issued within 30 days of the awards show via bank transfer or check.

5.3 — Fan Favorite determination

The Fan Favorite award is determined by the total cumulative fan votes received across both the Songs and Videos charts over all 52 weeks of the season. No separate poll is conducted. All badge tiers are eligible.

5.4 — Best Live Performance voting

Best Live Performance is voted on exclusively by the live and livestream audience on the night of August 2027. QR code voting opens after each performance and closes 10 minutes after the final performance ends. No pre-voting is accepted.

5.5 — Judge panel

The IndieCharts judge panel consists of four music industry professionals announced prior to the awards voting period. Judges score nominees independently on a 100-point scale. Judge scores are averaged and combined with fan vote percentages according to each award's formula.

5.6 — Decisions are final

All chart positions, award decisions, and eligibility determinations made by IndieCharts are final. IndieCharts reserves the right to modify these rules at any time with reasonable notice to participants.

6

Media & Content Rights

6.1 — Press photo license

By submitting a press photo, artists grant IndieCharts a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use the image in the weekly countdown video, on the IndieCharts website, and in promotional materials related to IndieCharts. Artists retain full ownership of their photos.

6.2 — Audio sample license

By submitting an audio file, artists grant IndieCharts permission to use up to 30 seconds of the recording in the weekly Top 10 YouTube countdown video. Artists must own or control the copyright to the recording they submit.

6.3 — YouTube Content ID

Artists with music registered in YouTube Content ID should whitelist the IndieCharts YouTube channel through their distributor prior to submission. IndieCharts is not responsible for Content ID claims on the countdown video resulting from an artist's failure to whitelist.

7

Auditions & Alternates

7.1 — Video audition required for all finalists

Every artist who qualifies for the Las Vegas Awards Show through either the Songs or Videos Leaderboard must submit a video audition to IndieCharts by June 1, 2027. Failure to submit by the deadline will result in the artist forfeiting their Vegas slot to the next alternate on their leaderboard.

7.2 — Audition requirements

The audition must be a 2–3 minute video of the artist performing live — at minimum a single song or portion of a song they intend to perform at the show. The recording quality does not matter. Phone camera is acceptable. The audition is submitted privately to IndieCharts via email at producer@theindiecharts.com.

7.3 — Audition review

IndieCharts will review all audition submissions within one week of receipt and notify each artist of their status. The audition is not a competition — it is a confirmation that the artist is capable of and committed to performing a live set at the show. IndieCharts reserves the right to decline any audition that does not demonstrate the ability to perform live.

7.4 — Alternates

Artists ranked #6 through #10 on each leaderboard at season-end are designated alternates in ranked order. If a finalist forfeits their slot — due to non-submission of the audition, a failed audition, withdrawal, or any other reason — the slot passes to the next alternate on that leaderboard. Alternates will be notified of their status and given the same audition deadline.

7.5 — Withdrawal policy

A finalist who knows they cannot attend the show should notify IndieCharts as early as possible at producer@theindiecharts.com so the next alternate can be contacted in time. Withdrawals within 14 days of the show date may result in that artist being ineligible to qualify for the following season's Vegas finale.

7.6 — Show night standards

All finalists are expected to perform a professional live set of 5–7 minutes. Pre-recorded vocal or instrumental tracks may be used as backing where appropriate, but the lead vocal and primary performance must be live. Artists who arrive unprepared or unable to perform may be replaced by the next available alternate at IndieCharts' discretion.

Questions About the Rules?

If you have a question about eligibility, a specific situation not covered here, or a concern about rule violations, contact us directly.

producer@theindiecharts.com

Season 1 · Sponsorship Opportunities · 2026–2027

Partner With
IndieCharts

Reach a passionate, engaged audience of independent music fans and artists. IndieCharts is the fastest-growing fan-powered music chart in the country — and we're just getting started.

Why Sponsor IndieCharts?

Our audience is unique — these are fans who actively seek out independent music, vote every week, and follow artists they discover here. They are engaged, loyal, and growing. Our sponsors reach them at the exact moment they are most passionate about music.

52

Weekly chart episodes per season

18min

Average YouTube episode length

Live

Las Vegas Awards Show — August 2027

5

Social media platforms

Sponsorship Packages — Season 1

Platinum Partner

Title Sponsor

Full season · Maximum visibility across all platforms

$25,000

Full season · 1 available

✓"Presented by [Your Brand]" in every episode title

✓30-second brand spot at the top of every episode

✓Logo on IndieCharts website homepage

✓Named sponsor of the Las Vegas Awards Show

✓Logo on all event signage, stage backdrop, and livestream

✓Dedicated sponsor spotlight post on all social platforms (monthly)

✓Full-page feature in the Awards Show program

✓10 VIP tickets to the Las Vegas Awards Show

✓Brand mention in every weekly voting announcement post

✓Co-branded Artist of the Year award presentation

Gold Partner

Featured Sponsor

Full season · Premium placement

$10,000

Full season · 3 available

✓15-second brand spot in every episode

✓Logo on IndieCharts website

✓Named sponsor of one award category

✓Logo on Las Vegas Awards Show signage

✓Dedicated sponsor post on all social platforms (quarterly)

✓Half-page feature in the Awards Show program

✓6 tickets to the Las Vegas Awards Show

✓Brand mention in monthly artist spotlight content

Silver Partner

Supporting Sponsor

Full season · Great brand visibility

$5,000

Full season · 5 available

✓Logo on IndieCharts website sponsors section

✓Verbal mention in 12 YouTube episodes (monthly)

✓Logo on Las Vegas Awards Show program

✓1 dedicated social media sponsor post per season

✓4 tickets to the Las Vegas Awards Show

✓Brand name in episode description and show notes

Bronze Partner

Community Sponsor

Great entry-level partnership

$2,500

Full season · 10 available

✓Logo on IndieCharts website sponsors section

✓Verbal mention in 4 YouTube episodes (quarterly)

✓Name listed in the Las Vegas Awards Show program

✓2 tickets to the Las Vegas Awards Show

Official Partner

Official Hotel Partner

Host the biggest night in independent music

In-kind partnership

10 Room Nights

Las Vegas · August 2027 · 1 available

The Official Hotel Partner provides 10 room nights during the IndieCharts Awards Show weekend in Las Vegas. Five fans who subscribe to IndieCharts on YouTube win 2 nights each as part of our season-long fan giveaway — giving your hotel massive exposure to our entire audience all season long. In return your property is the official home of the IndieCharts Awards Show.

✓"Official Hotel of the IndieCharts Awards Show" title all season

✓Hotel name and link featured on the fan giveaway page

✓Mentioned in every weekly fan giveaway announcement post

✓Logo on IndieCharts website and all Awards Show materials

✓Social media announcement when partnership is confirmed

✓Featured in the Awards Show program and livestream

✓5 winners post about their stay — organic social reach

✓Hotel booking link promoted to all IndieCharts ticket buyers

Signature Sponsor

Best Live Performance
Recording Sponsor

Own the most memorable moment of the night

$3,500

One-time · 1 available

The Best Live Performance Recording Sponsor covers the cost of the professional audio and video production for the winning artist's live set at the IndieCharts Awards Show in Las Vegas. In return, your brand is the hero of the most emotional moment of the night — the winner's announcement and their recording package.

✓"Best Live Performance Recording, presented by [Your Brand]" announced live on stage

✓Brand logo on the recording package delivered to the winner

✓Brand mention in the winner announcement on all social platforms

✓Brand credited in the recording release when the artist publishes it

✓Logo on the Las Vegas Awards Show program and livestream lower-third

✓2 tickets to the Las Vegas Awards Show

✓Dedicated social media post announcing the sponsorship

✓Covers full cost of professional audio + video production

Episode Sponsor

Single Episode

Own one weekly countdown episode

$500

Per episode · 52 per season

✓"This episode sponsored by [Your Brand]" opening

✓15-second brand spot in the episode

✓Brand link in the episode description

✓Social media post tagging your brand that week

Package Comparison

Benefit	Platinum $25,000	Gold $10,000	Silver $5,000	Bronze $2,500	Episode $500
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To protect our artists, direct contact information is not publicly listed. All booking, management, press, and licensing inquiries are submitted through IndieCharts and forwarded to the artist. This ensures artists are protected from unsolicited outreach and predatory offers.

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Artist Protection Policy

IndieCharts protects all charting artists from unsolicited and predatory industry outreach. Direct contact information is never publicly displayed. All booking, management, press, and licensing inquiries are submitted through IndieCharts, reviewed, and forwarded to the artist only if legitimate. Artists retain full control over who contacts them.

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Season 1 Fan Giveaway · 5 Winners · Las Vegas 2027

Win a Trip to
Las Vegas

Subscribe to IndieCharts on YouTube and comment on any weekly episode. Five fans win 2 nights hotel + 2 tickets to the IndieCharts Awards Show in Las Vegas, August 2027.

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What 5 fans win

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2 Nights Hotel

Two nights at the Official IndieCharts Hotel in Las Vegas during Awards Show weekend, August 2027.

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2 Show Tickets

Two tickets to the IndieCharts Awards Show — live performances, six awards, and the $5,000 Artist of the Year reveal.

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VIP Experience

Meet the artists, attend the after-party, and be part of the most exciting night in independent music.

How to Enter

1

Subscribe to IndieCharts on YouTube

Go to youtube.com/@IndieCharts and hit Subscribe. You must be subscribed at the time of the monthly drawing to be eligible.

2

Comment on any weekly countdown episode

Leave a comment on any IndieCharts Top 10 countdown episode. Tell us who you think should be #1, who you want to see in Vegas, or anything about the artists you love. Each comment is one entry.

3

One winner drawn monthly

Starting July 2026, one winner is drawn each month from all eligible entries. Winners are announced on the weekly YouTube episode and contacted via YouTube. Final two winners drawn 60 days before the August 2027 show.

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5 total winners

Five fans win the full prize package. Hotel stay is provided by the Official IndieCharts Hotel Partner. Winners are responsible for their own travel to Las Vegas.

Drawing Schedule

Winner 1

August 2026

Month 2

Winner 2

November 2026

Month 5

Winner 3

February 2027

Month 8

Winner 4

May 2027

Month 11

Winner 5

June 2027

Final draw

Giveaway FAQ

Do I need to vote on the chart to enter?

No. You just need to subscribe to the YouTube channel and comment on any episode. Voting on the chart is separate and not required for the giveaway.

Can I enter more than once?

Yes — each comment on a different episode counts as a separate entry. You can comment on every weekly episode to increase your chances.

Does the prize include flights?

The prize includes 2 nights hotel and 2 show tickets. Winners are responsible for their own travel to Las Vegas. We recommend booking flights early once you win.

Who is eligible?

Any fan who subscribes to IndieCharts on YouTube and comments on an episode. Must be 18 or older. Open to US and international fans — winners outside the US are responsible for any applicable taxes or customs.

How will I be notified if I win?

Winners are announced on the weekly YouTube episode and contacted via YouTube direct message. Make sure your YouTube messages are open. If a winner does not respond within 7 days a new winner is drawn.

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Press & Media · Season 1 · 2026–2027

IndieCharts
Media Kit

Everything you need to know about IndieCharts for press, partnerships, and platform verification.

Press Inquiry →

What is IndieCharts?

IndieCharts is the first fan-powered music chart built exclusively for independent artists. Every week, fans vote for their favorite songs and videos from independent artists — no major labels, no pay-to-play, no industry gatekeeping.

The Top 10 is revealed every Monday in a YouTube countdown episode. Points accumulate all season on the Road to Vegas leaderboard. The top artists perform live at the IndieCharts Awards Show in Las Vegas in August 2027, where six awards are presented including the $5,000 Artist of the Year prize.

Season 1 submissions are open now at theindiecharts.com. Voting opens July 1, 2026.

52

Weekly countdown episodes per season

$5K

Artist of the Year grand prize

5

Fans win Vegas hotel + show tickets

6

Awards presented at the Vegas show

Season 1 Key Dates

Submissions open Now — free

Voting opens July 1, 2026

Season runs July 1, 2026 – July 1, 2027

Award fan voting July 1–31, 2027

Las Vegas Awards Show August 2027

Grand prize $5,000

The Awards

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Artist of the Year — $5,000 cash prize

50% fan vote · 50% judge panel · Self-Released and Indie Label artists only

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Song of the Season

Trophy + 30-second intro spot in every Season 2 weekly episode (52 episodes)

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Video of the Season

Trophy + Road to Vegas bonus points

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Breakout Artist

Trophy + featured artist campaign across all IndieCharts platforms

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Fan Favorite

Highest cumulative fan votes all season · All badge tiers eligible

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Best Live Performance

Trophy + professional audio & video recording of winning set · Decided live by audience vote

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