Contest Number 1
Drive 4 Hope Song Contest: Strikin’ Back at Strokes
Calling All Rap Artists Across the USA: Join the Drive 4 Hope Song Contest and Make a Difference!
Are you a rap artist with a passion for making an impact? Here’s your chance to shine and contribute to an incredible cause. We’re excited to announce the Drive 4 Hope Song Contest, a unique fundraiser to support the Strikin’ Back at Strokes initiative, hosted by McLaren of San Francisco. This virtual event aims to encourage high-class consumers to make a donation to Strikin’ Back at Strokes by purchasing a car, while rap artists across the nation raise awareness and uplift stroke victims through motivational music.
Entry period
July 9th 2024 - August 31st 2024 submit your song entry, 3 max.
Contest Eliminations
September 1st 2024 thru October 20th finalists are selected.
VOTING STARTS 10/20
Voting page goes live.
Final Performances
Winners Announced 11/24 at 10pm PST
What’s the Contest About?
Rappers are encouraged to create a powerful and motivational song for stroke victims. You can also reference anything from the Hayward Medical Brochure, or Russ Brown Motorcycle Insurance Flyer.
Your song should resonate with the struggles of recovery, shed light on the harsh realities, and spread hope by highlighting inspiring statistics. Get creative, and craft three engaging verses that will captivate the audience and drive home the message of Strikin’ Back at Strokes.
Event Details:
Date: November 24, 2024
Platform: IG Live
Entry Fee: $40 per song entry (maximum of 3 songs per artist)
Incredible Prizes Await 3 Winners:
Spin Deal from Radio Producers
Studio Time from Participating Engineers and Home Studios Across the U.S.
Videography Services
Promotion Package
VIP Nightclub Experience
Cover Feature on a Hip-Hop Magazine
Undisclosed cash prize
How to Participate:
Register and Submit Your Songs: Register for the contest and submit your entries. Each song entry costs $40, with a limit of 3 songs per artist.
Public Voting: Engage your fans and encourage them to vote for your song on our public voting page.
Virtual Performance: Perform live on IG Live on OCTOBER 20 FOR ELIMINATIONS AND REMAIINING RAPPERS AGAIN ON November 24, 2024.
Winner Announcement: Winners will be announced after the voting concludes November 24, 2024.
Why Participate?
Make a Difference: Use your talent to support stroke victims and raise awareness about stroke recovery.
Showcase Your Talent: Gain exposure and recognition by performing in front of a virtual audience.
Amazing Opportunities: Win incredible prizes that can take your music career to the next level.
Get Started Now!
Don’t miss this chance to be a part of something special. Register for the Drive 4 Hope Song Contest today and show the world your talent while supporting a noble cause. Together, we can strike back at strokes and make a real difference in the lives of those affected.
Register Here: REGISTRATION
For more information, follow us on social media and stay tuned for updates. Let’s make November 24, 2024, a night to remember!
Join the Drive 4 Hope Song Contest – Strikin’ Back at Strokes!
This event is an educational component of the course to teach about collaboration and leveraging resources to make bigger things happen.
Entry period July 9th 2024 - August 31st 2024
Contest DEADLINE September 1st 2024 thru October 20th VOTING STARTS AND
Winners Announced 11/24 FOR DECEMBER ISSUE for the 2024 DRIVE 4 HOPE EVENT
Feel free to share this page with any Industry business you would like to see involved in this contest. Know any Aspiring Rap Artists? Let them know about the Rap Masterclass with this link.
You can prepare early for our next contest.
Contest Number 2 - 2025
Objective
Objective: Measure and maximize the productivity of 10 teams (20 rap artists) using the Rap Scheduler. Teams will compete to achieve the highest productivity and engagement across multiple metrics.
Participants: 20 rap artists (2 from each city) from 10 major cities, working in teams.
Duration: 8 weeks.
Prize: Top 3 teams will win the prize, with winners determined by a public vote.
Entry period 2025
"Score a Headlining Performance at a Major Hip-Hop Concert: Join the Rap Productivity Contest Today!"
Features of the Rap App
Dashboard: Access all tools and resources from your phone's home screen.
Weekly Planner: Maintain a structured schedule for writing, rehearsing, recording, and shooting videos.
Contact Management: Store and manage all your industry contacts in one place.
Resource Hub: Access tutorials, tips, and industry insights to boost your rap career.
Tools inside Rap App
Rap Scheduler: Google Sheets template to organize daily and weekly tasks.
Lyric Studio AI: Tool for writing raps.
Vocal Remover Pro: Tool for rehearsing vocals.
AutoTune Pro: Tool for recording in the studio.
Vidooly AI: Tool for shooting videos.
Canva: Tool for social media marketing.
Google Analytics: Tool for reviewing performance analytics.
Forum Access: Access to hip-hop forums for networking (HotNewHipHop, HipHopDX, AllHipHop, Rap Radar, DJBooth, Okayplayer).
Rules of Play
Sign-Up and Participation:
Each city nominates 2 rap artists to form a team.
Teams must use the provided Rap Scheduler and associated tools.
Weekly updates must be submitted via the Google Sheets planner.
Weekly Activities:
Writing Raps: Minimum of 3 sessions per week using Lyric Studio AI.
Rehearsing Vocals: Minimum of 3 sessions per week using Vocal Remover Pro.
Recording in Studio: Minimum of 2 sessions per week using AutoTune Pro.
Shooting Videos: Minimum of 1 session per week using Vidooly AI.
Social Media Marketing: Minimum of 3 posts per week using Canva.
Networking: Engage in forum discussions at least twice per week.
Event Participation: Attend at least 1 virtual event per week hosted by hip-hop blogs.
Online Cypher: Participate in a scheduled online cypher every two weeks.
Point System:
Writing Raps: 10 points per session.
Rehearsing Vocals: 10 points per session.
Recording in Studio: 15 points per session.
Shooting Videos: 20 points per session.
Social Media Marketing: 10 points per post.
Networking: 5 points per forum engagement.
Event Participation: 20 points per event.
Online Cypher Participation: 30 points per cypher.
Fan Emails Collected: 1 point per email.
Raps Written and Released Together: 20 points per release.
DJs Contacted for Rotation Deal: 15 points per contact.
Productivity Tracking:
Teams must update their Google Sheets planner daily.
Weekly summaries and proof of work (screenshots, links) must be submitted for review.
Public Voting:
After 8 weeks, the top 5 teams based on points will be showcased on a public voting platform.
The public will vote for their favorite teams based on their productivity and content shared during the contest.
Voting period: 1 week.
Winners Announcement:
The top 3 teams with the highest public votes will win the prize.
Prizes will include studio equipment, promotional packages, and cash rewards.
"Get Your Music on Radio Rotation: Sign Up for the National Rap Productivity Contest and Win Big!"
Example Weekly Schedule (Filled with Activities)
Time/Day | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
8:00 AM | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Rest |
9:00 AM | Collaborate (Contact: DJ Premier) | Collaborate (Contact: Timbaland) | Collaborate (Contact: Dr. Dre) | Collaborate (Contact: Kanye West) | Collaborate (Contact: Metro Boomin) | Collaborate (Contact: Pharrell) | Rest |
10:00 AM | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rest |
11:00 AM | Attend Event (XXL Workshop) | Attend Event (HipHopDX Summit) | Attend Event (AllHipHop Meetup) | Attend Event (Rap Radar Session) | Attend Event (DJBooth Talk) | Attend Event (Okayplayer Event) | Rest |
12:00 PM | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Rest |
1:00 PM | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Rest |
2:00 PM | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Rest |
3:00 PM | Network (HNHH Forums) | Network (HipHopDX Forums) | Network (AllHipHop Forums) | Network (Rap Radar Forums) | Network (DJBooth Forums) | Network (Okayplayer Forums) | Rest |
4:00 PM | Listen to New Releases (Spotify) | Listen to New Releases (Apple) | Listen to New Releases (Tidal) | Listen to New Releases (YouTube) | Listen to New Releases (SoundCloud) | Listen to New Releases (Bandcamp) | Rest |
5:00 PM | Write Blog Post (XXL Mag) | Write Blog Post (HNHH) | Write Blog Post (HipHopDX) | Write Blog Post (AllHipHop) | Write Blog Post (Rap Radar) | Write Blog Post (DJBooth) | Rest |
Additional Information
Fan Email Collection: Teams must provide proof of collected fan emails weekly.
Raps Written and Released: Teams must release joint tracks and provide proof of release (links, screenshots).
DJs Contacted for Rotation Deals: Teams must log and provide proof of DJ contacts made for rotation deals.
Online Cyphers: Held every two weeks on a designated platform where teams showcase their skills. Points awarded based on participation and performance.
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"Win Exclusive Studio Time with Top Producers: Enter the National Rap Productivity Contest Now!"
Weekly Schedule Planner Template
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Feel free to fill in the time slots with your planned activities like writing raps, rehearsing vocals, recording in the studio, shooting videos, and networking. This template can be easily modified to suit your specific schedule and needs.
How to Use the Planner
Write Raps: Dedicate time daily to brainstorming and writing new lyrics.
Rehearse Vocals: Practice your delivery and flow to improve your performance.
Record in Studio: Schedule studio time to record your tracks professionally.
Video Shoot: Plan and execute video shoots for your music videos.
Network: Reach out to contacts, collaborate, and promote your music.
Weekly Schedule Planner (Filled with Activities and Resources)
Time/Day | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
8:00 AM | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI) | Rest |
9:00 AM | Collaborate (Contact: DJ Premier) | Collaborate (Contact: Timbaland) | Collaborate (Contact: Dr. Dre) | Collaborate (Contact: Kanye West) | Collaborate (Contact: Metro Boomin) | Collaborate (Contact: Pharrell Williams) | Rest |
10:00 AM | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro) | Rest |
11:00 AM | Attend Event (XXL Mag Online Workshop) | Attend Event (HipHopDX Virtual Summit) | Attend Event (AllHipHop Industry Meetup) | Attend Event (Rap Radar Live Session) | Attend Event (DJBooth Artist Talk) | Attend Event (Okayplayer Networking Event) | Rest |
12:00 PM | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro) | Rest |
1:00 PM | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Shoot Video (Vidooly AI) | Rest |
2:00 PM | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Social Media Marketing (Canva) | Rest |
3:00 PM | Network (HotNewHipHop Forums) | Network (HipHopDX Forums) | Network (AllHipHop Forums) | Network (Rap Radar Forums) | Network (DJBooth Forums) | Network (Okayplayer Forums) | Rest |
4:00 PM | Listen to New Releases (Spotify) | Listen to New Releases (Apple Music) | Listen to New Releases (Tidal) | Listen to New Releases (YouTube Music) | Listen to New Releases (SoundCloud) | Listen to New Releases (Bandcamp) | Rest |
5:00 PM | Write Blog Post (Submit to XXL Mag) | Write Blog Post (Submit to HNHH) | Write Blog Post (Submit to HipHopDX) | Write Blog Post (Submit to AllHipHop) | Write Blog Post (Submit to Rap Radar) | Write Blog Post (Submit to DJBooth) | Rest |
6:00 PM | Monetization Strategy (Patreon) | Monetization Strategy (YouTube) | Monetization Strategy (Twitch) | Monetization Strategy (Bandcamp) | Monetization Strategy (Merch by Amazon) | Monetization Strategy (Spotify) | Rest |
7:00 PM | Review Analytics (Google Analytics) | Review Analytics (Google Analytics) | Review Analytics (Google Analytics) | Review Analytics (Google Analytics) | Review Analytics (Google Analytics) | Review Analytics (Google Analytics) | Rest |
8:00 PM | Relax and Reflect | Relax and Reflect | Relax and Reflect | Relax and Reflect | Relax and Reflect | Relax and Reflect | Rest |
9:00 PM | Plan Next Week (Google Sheets) | Plan Next Week (Google Sheets) | Plan Next Week (Google Sheets) | Plan Next Week (Google Sheets) | Plan Next Week (Google Sheets) | Plan Next Week (Google Sheets) | Rest |
Explanation and Resources
Write Raps (Lyric Studio AI): Utilize AI-powered tools to enhance your lyrical creativity and develop new rap lyrics.
Collaborate with Producers: Schedule sessions with top producers like DJ Premier, Timbaland, Dr. Dre, Kanye West, Metro Boomin, and Pharrell Williams.
Rehearse Vocals (Vocal Remover Pro): Use tools to isolate and practice your vocal tracks.
Attend Events: Participate in industry workshops, summits, and meetups hosted by top hip-hop blogs.
Record in Studio (AutoTune Pro): Use professional tools for recording and fine-tuning your vocals.
Shoot Video (Vidooly AI): Leverage AI tools to plan and execute high-quality music video shoots.
Social Media Marketing (Canva): Create engaging social media content to promote your music.
Network on Forums: Engage with hip-hop communities on forums to expand your network and gain industry insights.
Listen to New Releases: Stay updated with the latest music trends by listening to new releases on various streaming platforms.
Write Blog Posts: Share your experiences and insights by writing articles for submission to top hip-hop blogs.
Monetization Strategy: Explore different platforms like Patreon, YouTube, Twitch, Bandcamp, Merch by Amazon, and Spotify to monetize your music.
Review Analytics (Google Analytics): Track your performance and understand your audience using analytics tools.
Relax and Reflect: Take time to relax and reflect on your progress.
Plan Next Week (Google Sheets): Use Google Sheets to plan and organize your activities for the upcoming week.
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Prize Packages for Winning Teams
Here's a table outlining prize packages from various industry stakeholders for the winning teams. Each industry will offer two prizes, and in return, they will get ads in the Rap Masterclass and be featured as valuable resources in the Rap App.
Industry | Example Prizes | Benefits for Sponsors |
Radio DJs | 1. Radio Rotation Package: Guaranteed rotation of their winning track on a popular hip-hop radio station for a month. | - Ads in the Rap Masterclass. <br> - Featured as a resource in the Rap App. <br> - Access to a new audience of aspiring artists and hip-hop enthusiasts. |
2. Interview and Feature: An exclusive interview and feature on the DJ's radio show, providing exposure and promotion. | - Enhanced brand visibility. <br> - Opportunity to build relationships with upcoming talent. | |
Producers | 1. Exclusive Beat Package: A collection of high-quality beats produced by a top producer for the winners to use in their upcoming projects. | - Ads in the Rap Masterclass. <br> - Featured as a resource in the Rap App. <br> - Showcase their production skills to a wider audience. |
2. Studio Time: Free studio time with a renowned producer to record and produce new tracks. | - Increased recognition in the hip-hop community. <br> - Potential collaborations with new talent. | |
Videographers | 1. Music Video Production: Full production of a professional music video for the winning team’s new single. | - Ads in the Rap Masterclass. <br> - Featured as a resource in the Rap App. <br> - Portfolio expansion with high-profile projects. |
2. Behind-the-Scenes Documentary: Creation of a behind-the-scenes documentary of the winners’ journey, providing additional promotional material. | - Exposure to a broader audience. <br> - Opportunities for future video projects with up-and-coming artists. | |
Promoters | 1. Concert Slot: A performance slot at a major hip-hop concert or festival organized by the promoter. | - Ads in the Rap Masterclass. <br> - Featured as a resource in the Rap App. <br> - Connection with new artists for future events. |
2. Promotion Package: Comprehensive promotion of the winning team’s new album or single across multiple channels, including social media and email campaigns. | - Increased brand visibility. <br> - Opportunities to promote future events and artists. | |
Nightclub Owners | 1. Live Performance Opportunity: A headlining performance slot at a popular nightclub, providing exposure to a live audience. | - Ads in the Rap Masterclass. <br> - Featured as a resource in the Rap App. <br> - Attracting new talent and patrons to their venues. |
2. VIP Experience: VIP treatment and a meet-and-greet event at the nightclub, offering a chance for the winners to network with key industry figures and fans. | - Enhanced venue reputation. <br> - Potential for future collaborations with artists. | |
Magazines | 1. Feature Article: A full-page feature article about the winning team in a leading hip-hop magazine, showcasing their journey and achievements. | - Ads in the Rap Masterclass. <br> - Featured as a resource in the Rap App. <br> - Increased magazine subscriptions and readership through artist fanbase engagement. |
2. Cover Story: The winning team gracing the cover of the magazine, with an in-depth interview and photo shoot, offering significant exposure. | - Strengthened brand authority in the music industry. <br> - Opportunities for future exclusive stories with emerging artists. |
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