We are building a library of recorded live performances of St. Louis Artists.

For our 2026 live-session series, we are seeking 6 bands performing in the genres of R&B, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Soul, Blues, or Gospel. Each act will perform a set of 3 songs which will be professionally recorded and mixed, and produced as a video.

Submissions for our JUNE 4 show are due by APRIL 31. Selected artists will be announced approximately 2 weeks after.

SELECTED ARTISTS WILL RECEIVE:

• 3 Full live video recordings with cinematic video, engineered audio, with unlimited rights to use anywhere

• Live event photos

• Promotional photoshoot before the show

• Artist profile on artbeatstl.com

• Features on Artbeat Social Media & YouTube

• ticket proceeds from live audience (est. $150-$300)

Selection process & requirements

• Artists must be based in the Greater St. Louis region & play original songs

• All acts are open to apply, but we are prioritizing live bands with proven experience playing together

• Artists must submit the 3 original songs they plan to play in the show

• This series is highlighting artists with roots in Blues, R&B, Hip-hop, Jazz, Soul, and Gospel.

• A well written artist biography is important for this application. If you don’t have one, take your time with this part and get help if needed.