Karaoke Competition
Calling all aspiring singers! Unleash your vocal talent at SMASH! 2025 Karaoke competition! This is more than just a contest—it's your chance to shine on the big stage, showcase your skills to those who share a passion for Japanese music, and take a step closer to your dreams. If you're an aspiring singer ready to make your mark, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
Our brand new theme for this year's SMASH! 2025 competition will be…
🪄 FANTASY CAMPING 🏕️
Channel your inner bard, unwind under the stars, and sing your heart out in a cozy, fantasy world. It’s the perfect blend of creativity and chill vibes—ideal for showcasing your unique vocal style. Whether you’re performing a laid-back acoustic or an epic ballad, this is your chance to connect with fellow music lovers and immerse yourself in an unforgettable atmosphere!
To help give you a better picture, we have listed some example songs below!
Competition Format
The SMASH! 2025 Karaoke Competition will be split into two rounds.
- The Preliminary Round
- This round will be held pre-convention (online), before SMASH! weekend.
- There will be 10 contestants who will be chosen by our esteemed guest judges based on their online submissions.
- SMASH! Weekend Round
- This round will be held during SMASH! Weekend.
- The contestants will receive a free Weekend SMASH! Ticket and will perform on stage at SMASH! weekend. Those under 13 will also be supplied an additional-pass for their accompanying guardian. Please see the included FAQ below for more details.
- Stay tuned for more details!
Who Can Participate
- This competition is for everyone of all ages.
Those under 13 will also be supplied an additional weekend pass for their accompanying guardian. Please see the included FAQ below for more details.
- Each applicant may only submit one entry.
- SMASH! Staff and Crew are allowed to enter their works in any SMASH!’s competitions; however, under no circumstances will special consideration be given to any entrant during the judging and selection process.
Schedule
Preliminary Round
1st February 12:00 PM ~ 20th April 11:59 PM
SMASH! Weekend Round
12th July ~ 13th July
Prizes
- All contestants who passed the preliminary round will receive a Weekend SMASH! Ticket!
Submission Requirements
All entries must be uploaded via the submission form.
- Create and record a new video of yourself singing one song that aligns with the theme.
- The piece must conform to the maximum duration of 10 minutes. Songs over this time limit will be cut to 10 minutes.
- You must provide a short written explanation of why the song evokes the feeling of camping in a fantasy world. If no explanation is provided, the submission will not be considered.
- Please ensure that your video footage has been recorded clearly.
- Preferred submission formats are through a link via YouTube (unlisted) or Google Drive as an mp4.
- Please name the file with your ‘Full_Name_SongTitle’ if the submission is through Google Drive.
Winner Selection
The preliminary result will be announced on 20th May, 2025!
Please check your emails! Only winners will be contacted.