FAQ
Who’s reviewing the submissions and deciding which artists will be selected?
KCRW’s music, news, and culture teams will be reviewing all the submissions and handpicking a few artists to spotlight across our channels.
What does it mean for my work to be featured by KCRW?
Selected creators will be featured on KCRW’s socials, newsletters, website, and on-air.
Who is allowed to participate?
You must be under 21 and based in the Greater Los Angeles area (including Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, and Orange counties).
Does my video submission have to be a live performance or can I use pre-recorded audio?
Whatever works best for you, friend! But “air-quality” audio will go further on our channels.
What happens if my video is over 5 minutes?
Your piece will not be considered for selection by KCRW.
Am I allowed to use obscenities in my piece?
Yes, but if you are selected for an artist spotlight, KCRW will censor your piece on air per FCC guidelines.
How will I know if I’m selected? When will selected artists be notified?
KCRW will choose which artists to spotlight two weeks after submissions close. KCRW will reach out to you directly if you are selected.
Who can I contact with questions that aren’t included in the FAQ?
Please reach out to events@kcrw.org for any further questions.
