Join The Wavy Community!
Join The Wavy Community!
Become a Wavy member to help fuel a powerful creative resistance—a vibrant space where artists’ hearts can sing even in challenging times. Hate is loud. But, with your support? Love, justice, and music will always be louder.
Join us in building a sustainable nonprofit that fights for equity and uplifts the independent artists who shape our culture. Together, we’ll turn the tide and amplify voices that matter.
The 7 for 7 challenge
Our 7th annual Wavy Awards are coming, and we want you on that stage.
bring 7 new members into the wavys community, or 3 glitter members, by december 31, and you could earn a performance slot at the 7th annual wavy awards.
here’s how it works:
you have to be a current wavy member to play
invite your people: bandmates, collaborators, fans, the artist friend who always says “next year”
when they join, they email get.wavy@thewavys.org with your name as the refferer.
hit 7 standard members or 3 glitter members by 12/31 and you’re in the running
only 1–2 artists will get a slot, so don’t wait.
every glitter membership also helps send the wavy world tour to new orleans 🚂✨ so your crew isn’t just joining a community. they’re moving artists across the country.
thrive + let thrive. let’s grow this mission together.
Become a Sustaining Member
Here are the services we provide:
join the community behind the wavys for a full year. no subscription and no auto-renewal. this is a one-time payment, so it’s also the perfect gift for an artist you believe in.
your membership includes 5 entries for the 7th annual wavy awards (submissions open dec 1), free publicity through WMN (Wavy Music News) and our partner networks, discounts from wavy certified service providers, priority consideration for our ambassador program, free entry to all wavy events including wavy workshops with coach laura and coach kat, and networking with the wavy community.
referred by a wavy member? add their name at checkout so they get credit in the 7 for 7 challenge.
Want the best gift for a musician you love? Gift them a standard annual subscription to The Wavys or a Glitter Membership to fund more Wavy ventures. Each one gives the artist in your life 5 submissions for the yearly ceremony plus free entry into the red carpet event, where they can become a nominated or award winning artist, free publicity for their music releases, a chance to perform on The Wavy Stage in front of hundreds of new fans.
wavy glitter membership: one year · $250
go all in with The Wavys. Glitter members get everything in a standard membership, plus more ways to get on stages and on air. there’s no subscription and no auto-renewal. it’s a one-time payment, so it also makes a big gift for an artist you believe in.
everything in membership:
5 entries for the 7th annual wavy awards (submissions open dec 1), free publicity through WMN (Wavy Music News) and our partner networks, discounts from wavy certified service providers, priority consideration for our ambassador program, free entry to all wavy events including the quarterly wavy workshops with coach kat and coach laura, and networking with the wavy community.
plus, as a glitter member:
more opportunities to perform on wavy stages
radio interview opportunities with our partners
recognition as an official wavy world tour supporter. your membership helps send the tour to new orleans this january
referred by a wavy member? add their name at checkout. glitter memberships count toward the 7 for 7 challenge (3 glitter members = a shot at the 7th annual wavys stage).
All members receive 5 submissions to The Wavy Awards. Members may submit their own music or gift their submissions to one artist they want to boost.
-5 entries for the 7th annual wavys -free publicity -certified provider discounts -ambassador priority -free event entry + networking with the wavy community free entry to all wavy events for the year networking with artists and industry folx acr
Wavy Submissions Open Dec 31st
Wavy Submissions Open Dec 31st
THE WAVY AWARDS
Our annual ceremony spotlights the emerging artists already shaping music culture. The mainstream music machine wasn't built for everyone; it filters artists out by design, based on who they know, what they look like, and who pays the bills. The messed up part? We think, if the industry got to meet these artists, they’d really like them. That’s why The Wavy Awards exist.
This is a one-time entry fee for consideration into the 2027 Wavy Ceremony. Once you sign-up you will be emailed the entry form.
Feeling non-commital? That’s okay, too! Enjoy a one-time entry fee here…
If you are already a member, you can add up to 3 extra submissions for $5 each.
5 submissions, awards night + a guest (red carpet, photos, food + drinks), more stage + radio opportunities, referral support + free entry into all wavy events
Love what The Wavys are about? Consider becoming a Glitter Member to weigh in on The Wavy Winners (excluding your or any affiliates’ categories)
2026 Wavy Awards
Submission Guidelines
The Wavy Awards celebrates diversity, inclusion, and artistic excellence in music. We invite submissions from artists of all backgrounds, with a focus on amplifying historically underrepresented voices.
Eligibility Period
All submissions must be released or performed between August 31, 2025, and September 1, 2026. See FAQ below for more details.
Accessibility:
We are committed to making the submission process accessible to all. For feedback, accommodations, or assistance, please contact us at get.wavy@wavyawards.org.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE:
JUNE 1, 2026
Categories
New Artist of the Year
For artists who have gained significant recognition within the eligibility period. Must be the artist's debut or breakthrough release.
Live Performance of the Year
Any live performance that took place during the eligibility period. Virtual/live-streamed performances are eligible.
Album of the Year
Full-length albums released during the eligibility period. Must contain at least 7 tracks or 30 minutes of music.
Song of the Year
Individual tracks released during the eligibility period. All genres welcome.
Production of the Year
Recognizing exceptional production work on a song or album. Producers must be credited on the official release.
Songwriter of the Year
Honoring outstanding songwriting achievements. Submit up to 3 songs written during the eligibility period.
Music Video of the Year
Music videos released during the eligibility period. Must be for an original song.
Song for a Cause
Songs that address social issues or promote positive change. Released during the eligibility period.
FAQs
Who can submit entries?
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The Wavy Awards celebrates diversity, inclusion, and artistic excellence in music. We invite submissions from artists of all backgrounds, with a focus on amplifying historically underrepresented voices, including but not limited to those who self-identify as: BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, non-binary individuals, and artists with disabilities. Submissions from independent and unsigned artists are strongly encouraged.
What kinds of music can I submit?
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All genres and styles of music are welcome, including those yet to be defined!
Can I enter unreleased work?
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Yes. Artists may submit yet-to-be-released work, but the work must be published by or before the submission period’s end.
How are winners chosen?
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A panel of judges evaluates and ranks each submission based on the following criteria:
Artistic Merit and Creativity
Impact and Efficacy
Cultural Relevance
Technical Excellence