Application Guidelines

There is only one application form for all performance categories. Please read these rules carefully before filling out the form.

The Primary Contact Person should ideally be the artist or band representative, who will be the main point of contact for all future communications regarding their submission. The email and phone number provided will be used for all correspondence.

Upon successful submission, a confirmation email will be sent to the Primary Contact Person and also forwarded to all listed band members or managers.

The contact details of the Rights Holder (artist/manager/label) may be published in the festival program if the performance is selected, to allow media and industry professionals to connect.

Please do not use ALL CAPS when filling out the form. Use proper capitalization, e.g., “The Groove Collective”, not “THE GROOVE COLLECTIVE”.

The application form is optimized for desktop/laptop use. Avoid filling it out on mobile devices to prevent submission errors.

This is a multi-stage form. You can save progress by clicking ‘Save Work and Finish Later’ before submission.

Mandatory fields must be filled. If a field does not apply to you, write ‘NA’ (Not Applicable) instead of leaving it blank.

Word limits must be followed. The festival reserves the right to edit text for promotional materials.

Deadline Compliance: Submissions must be completed before the stated deadline. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

Application Fee: The application will only be considered after payment of the required application fee.

By submitting the application, the applicant certifies that they have the legal right to perform, distribute, and promote their music and indemnifies the festival against any claims.

Selection Process & Festival Participation

• A total of 30 bands will be selected for a live showcase at Cinedreams IndiMusic International Music Festival 2025.
• The festival does not offer fee waivers. All applicants must pay the submission fee.
• The festival will not provide feedback or specific reasons for acceptance or rejection.
• If selected, artists/bands must keep the information confidential until the festival’s official announcement. Premature disclosures may result in cancellation.
• The festival’s artistic team makes the final decision on lineup curation.
• The festival reserves the right to remove any artist from the lineup in special cases as deemed necessary.

Top 3 Winners

• After the showcase, the Top 3 bands will be selected based on jury evaluation and audience votes.
• The Top 3 bands will receive music contracts with [Company Name].
• Further details about the contract will be shared with the winners.
• Winning artists will be contracted for 1 year with [Company Name].
• In the singing category, the 1st winner will receive 1.11 lacs INR, the 2nd winner will receive 51k INR, and the 3rd winner will receive 25k INR.

Performance & Technical Requirements

Stage Setup & Equipment

• The festival provides standard backline equipment (details will be shared with selected artists).
• Artists must specify additional technical requirements in advance.
• If an artist/band is bringing their own equipment, it must be pre-approved by the festival’s technical team.

Performance Duration

• Performance times will be assigned by the festival.
• Late arrivals or failure to perform at the assigned slot may result in disqualification from the festival.

Soundcheck & Rehearsals

• Artists must arrive at the venue at least X hours before their performance for soundcheck.
• Soundcheck slots will be communicated in advance and must be adhered to.

Music Rights & Legal Compliance

• Artists must have the legal right to perform all submitted music.
• Covers may only be performed if the necessary permissions/licenses are obtained.
• The festival is not responsible for any copyright infringement claims.

Media & Promotion

• The festival reserves the right to use photos, videos, and excerpts (up to 3 minutes) from the performance for promotional purposes.
• All selected artists/bands must provide:
  • High-resolution press photos (JPEG/PNG format)
  • Short artist bio (max 150 words)
  • Social media handles & website links
  • Music links (Spotify, SoundCloud, YouTube, etc.)
• The festival may record and live-stream performances as part of its promotional coverage.
• All content submitted by selected artists will be published on the company’s YouTube channel.

Travel & Accommodation

• The festival does not guarantee travel or accommodation. Selected artists must arrange their own logistics unless otherwise specified.
• Some artists may be eligible for travel stipends or hotel accommodations, which will be communicated in advance.

Ticketing & Passes

• Selected artists will receive festival artist passes. Additional passes for crew members may be requested but are subject to availability.
• Artists are not entitled to a share of ticket revenue, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing.

General Conduct & Liability

• Artists must adhere to festival safety regulations and venue rules.
• Any damage to equipment or festival property caused by an artist/band will be their financial responsibility.
• Artists are responsible for their own insurance coverage (for instruments, gear, and personal belongings).
• The festival reserves the right to cancel a performance if the artist/band violates any of the terms.