Launch a new single in six days. Perform it live. Let the crowd decide.
Nashville's premier music innovation event uniting artists, developers, and fans to build, perform, and vote on the future of music.
Supported by industry leaders
THE EXPERIENCE
Bridges music technology and human creativity in the heart of Music City
6-Day Sprint
From concept to concert in less than a week. Build fast, iterate faster.
75-100+ Creators
Artists, producers, developers, and innovators collaborating in teams.
AI-Powered Tools
Cutting-edge music tech with ethical AI principles at the core.
Live Performances
Showcase your creation + demos (separately or as an integrated experience) on stage in front of fans and a panel of industry judges.
Real-Time Voting
Fans and judges score performances live. Transparent, fair, exciting.
Nashville Hub
Positioning Music City as a global leader in responsible AI + music.
GRAND PRIZE WINNER
Awarded to the team with the most innovative fusion of music and technology
VOTE IN REAL TIME
When the lights hit the stage, the power shifts to you. Every performance is scored by fans in the crowd and expert judges — combined for the most transparent, exciting music competition ever.
NOW PERFORMING
Neon Velocity
"Digital Heartbeat"
GET INVOLVED
Whether you're a creator, industry expert, or forward-thinking brand, there's a place for you at the Make-A-Thon.
Artists & Teams
Build a single in six days. Develop tech to streamline pre-production and promotion of the song, perform it live, compete for the crown.
Apply NowJudges & Mentors
Shape tomorrow's music industry by evaluating cutting-edge innovation.
Join the PanelSponsors & Partners
Gain visibility, access emerging talent, and support ethical AI in music.
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