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A GAME SANCTIONED UNDER 

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THE OFFICIAL GAME TO RANK THE NATION'S TOP 32 INDEPENDENT ARTISTS.

Welcome to the SvS U.S. Championship information page.

The SvS U.S. Championship is the official online national game of Music-Performance Sports (MPS), showcasing elite independent artists from across the country. 32 independent artists will be selected to join the 2027 roster to compete in this bracket-style single-elimination game for the SvS - United States title.

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All game matchups are powered through Spotify and Apple Music, where songs go head-to-head in a dynamic, two-tier scoring system driven by the fans and judges. Additionally, producing the first legitimate national ranking of the nation's top independent artists. 

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WHY IS THIS SO IMPORTANT FOR INDEPENDENT MUSIC?

Not only does this introduce a new form of sports entertainment but also introduces a completely new form of promoting songs by functioning as a competitive sport, giving independent artists a structured, merit-based platform unlike anything ever seen in music. In an era of oversaturation where everyone promotes music online, this creates a powerful alternative that cuts through the noise and gives artists a distinct way to stand out. It provides a new way for independent artists to attract fans, combining performance scoring and public voting to drive real engagement beyond traditional marketing/promotional tactics. It establishes a modern A&R system through the SvS–U.S. National Ranking, allowing talent to be discovered, measured, and advanced based on performance and audience response. It creates a new career path with real structure, giving serious artists the opportunity to earn money, grow their fanbase, increase their stream count, and unlock long-term business and career advancement opportunities.

HOW IT WORKS

1. Submit Your Song

  • Sept 1 – Sept 30, 2026

  • Must be unsigned

  • One (1) original song (no features)

  • No AI-generated songs

  • Solo artists only

  • Must be a U.S. citizen

  • Must be Radio-edited (No exceptions)

  • Must be listed on Spotify or Apple Music 

  • One-time $200 entry fee (Non-refundable)

  • Ages 18+

  • Open-Genre (All genres accepted)

2. The Roster Selection Process

  • SvS SELECTION COMMITTEE

    • Our Selection Committee is a panel of elite industry professionals.

    • Combined, the committee brings over 100 years of music industry experience to the evaluation process.

  • SvS COMBINE

    • Think of the SvS Combine as the NFL Combine for music.

      • Across two rounds, our committee evaluates every submission, analyzing song quality, performance potential, and competitive viability to identify and select the Top 32 independent artists that advance to the U.S. Championship roster.

  • DIDN’T MAKE THE CUT? YOU STILL WIN.

    • Artists whose songs are not selected will receive a complimentary 6-Point Song Analysis from our committee.

    • This professional-grade breakdown, valued at $2,500, delivers actionable insights to elevate your sound and sharpen your competitive edge for the future.

3. Get Seeded By The Public

  • The public votes on songs to determine their seeding in the brackets. 

  • Your path to the title is set

4. GAME TIME!

  • Songs battle head-to-head using Spotify or Apple Music streaming, where the public and judges score to determine weekly winners until a champion is crowned. 

"As a former Executive A&R, I can confidently say the MPS system is the next generation of artist development. It brings real structure, accountability, and competitive validation to independent music in a way the industry has never seen before." - Pete 

🏆 GAME SCHEDULE

  • Round of 32: Jan 6 – 9

  • Round of 16: Jan 13 – 16

  • Quarterfinals: Jan 20 – 23 

  • Semifinals: Jan 27 – 30

Championship Series (Best of 3)

  • Feb 3

  • Feb 4

  • Feb 5 (if needed)

💰 PRIZES

  • 🥇 Champion: $10,000 + Championship Belt + #1 Ranking

  • 🥈 Runner-Up: $3,000

  • 💸 Semifinalists and Quarterfinalists are paid based on placement.

  • Players who make the Quarterfinals will also receive their own SvS Player Digital Trading Card

THIS IS MUSIC-PERFORMANCE SPORTS

MPS is the national governing body of the first and official sport of music performance. 

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