MusicBoost Grants - Supporting Independent Musicians

Why This Matters To Me

Like you, I live and breathe music. Discovering new sounds, feeling the energy of a live performance... it's everything. But I've also seen incredible artists – maybe like you – pouring their souls out on street corners or online, sounding ready for the big time, but stuck.

"Hearing that raw potential, knowing how close yet how far success can feel... that sparked MusicBoost. It's not charity; it's an investment in artistry."

This isn't about loans or complex deals. It's straightforward funding – a boost to get your music made, heard, and shared. Studio time, merch, promotion – whatever helps you level up.

Fuel Your Sound. Fund Your Vision.

One application. Two merit-based grants: $2,000 monthly + $10,000 annual funding.

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Awarded Monthly

Platinum Grant

$2,000

Our monthly grant provides immediate support, selected based on merit. Each monthly grant recipient is also considered for the Annual Grand Prize based on their work.

Eligibility

Independent musician/band (not signed to major label)
Must be 18+ years old
At least one publicly available original song
Application fee: $20

Apply for Platinum Grant

Grant Includes

Financial Support
Direct funding for your project
Annual Prize Consideration
Automatic consideration for $10k award
Winner Showcase
Potential feature on our winners page

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Annual Award

Annual Recognition

Annual Grand Prize

$10,000

Our prestigious annual award celebrates extraordinary musical innovation and achievement. All monthly grant recipients are automatically considered based on the merit demonstrated through their initial application and progress.

Selection Process

1 Apply for the monthly Platinum Grant (Fee covers review)
2 Be selected as a monthly Platinum Grant winner based on merit
3 Panel selects Grand Prize winner from monthly recipients at year-end based on overall achievement

Award Includes

Major Funding
$10,000 to elevate your music career
Industry Recognition
Prestigious award recognition
Winner Showcase
Featured promotion on our platform

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One application assesses you for two merit-based funding opportunities. Start today.

Artists Get Funded. You Can Too.

Apply Online

Submit your music & vision easily.

Eligibility Check

Quick review for completeness.

Panel Evaluation

Experts assess merit & potential.

Get Funded

Receive direct funds & grow!

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Start Your Application

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No industry handouts. Just independent talent investing in what matters most — their music.

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