PLAYY. Music Launches Global $25,000 Record Deal Competition

PLAYY. Music, the next-generation social music network and artist marketplace, is inviting independent musicians across the globe to upload their tracks and become part of its rapidly growing creative ecosystem.

To mark the platform’s official rollout, PLAYY. Music is giving artists the chance to win a record deal valued at $25,000 – covering full recording, production, and a year-long international PR and marketing campaign.

Open to artists worldwide, this unprecedented opportunity runs until 20 February 2026, with all eligible entrants required to sign up and upload original music to PLAYY. Music before the closing date.

A Global Push for Independent Talent

The winning artist will receive a complete artist development and promotional package that includes:

• $10,000 in cash
• Studio recording and production support
• A comprehensive press and radio campaign across major blogs, publications, YouTube channels, and Spotify playlists in 10 countries – the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Italy, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and Brazil
• A dedicated 12-month marketing campaign across digital platforms and streaming services
• Exclusive features in YourEDM, PLAYY. Mag, and other outlets

Empowering Artists and Redefining Monetization

PLAYY. Music is built to give independent musicians the same opportunities as major-label artists – without the bureaucracy. The platform enables artists to sell music, merchandise, tickets, memberships, and licenses all in one place, keeping up to 90% of their revenue and receiving payments instantly.

“Our mission is simple,” says Warren Morris, Director and platform designer of PLAYY. Music. “We’re giving independent artists the same global reach and influence that major labels provide – without the red tape. This record deal giveaway is about more than just one winner; it’s about proving that artists can own their music, their data, and their future.”

How to Enter the PLAYY. Music Competition

To enter, artists must:

1. Sign up for free at www.playy.co.uk
2. Create a user profile, then set up an artist profile and upload up to 10 original tracks
3. Share the official contest poster on Instagram and Facebook, tagging @PLAYY. and @YourEdm
4. Upgrade to an Artist Pro account (required for eligibility)

Entries close on 20 February 2026, and the winner will be announced shortly thereafter.

Watch this space for updates in the Music News category on SA Music Zone.

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