Annual Competition
Indie Star Search
Discover the next generation of musical talent. Qualify, rally your fans, and battle it out for a live showdown in Lagos and the ultimate recognition.
₦4M
Cash prize + brand ambassador deal for the winner
Green Indie
2026 Harmattan Season
2026 Harmattan Season Timeline
Meet all entry requirements by November 6th. Entries go live on November 1st, when the competition begins.
Registration Opens
Fri, Oct 9
Start your journey
Submission Deadline
Fri, Nov 6
Last call for entries
Finalists Announcement
Sun, Dec 6
The top 4 rise
The Final Showdown
The spotlight awaits
The final showdown date will be shared across our platforms and social media. Follow us to stay updated!
How To Qualify
Complete all three entry requirements to secure your place in the competition.
Get 20 Referrals
Invite new users to Green Indie with your referral link. You need 20 new, unique and active users (streamers or artists) for it to count.
Upload 3 New Songs
Upload 3 brand-new songs as your competition entries. They stay private until November 1st, when the competition goes live.
Pay ₦3,000 Entry Fee
Complete your entry with a one-time ₦3,000 registration fee to lock in your spot in the competition.
All three requirements must be completed by November 6th, 2026.
Important Information
How the competition runs, from your entry songs going live to the grand finale stage.
Competition Goes Live
On November 1st, all entry songs are made public and every play, like and unique listener starts counting toward your score.
Top 10 On The Leaderboard
The top 10 artists on the leaderboard at the end of the competition period, announced alongside the grand finale date, move on to the judges.
Judges Pick The Top 4
A panel of judges rates the top 10 artists' entry songs and picks the 4 finalists.
Grand Finale
The top 4 perform live in Lagos for an audience and a panel of judges to crown the next Indie Star.
How The Leaderboard Is Ranked
Artists are ranked by their total points across all 3 entry songs. Only engagement on your entry songs from November 1st counts.
1pt
per Play
2pts
per Like
3pts
per Unique Listener
Prizes & Benefits
Win more than just recognition. Get the tools and opportunities to launch your career.
Grand Prize Winner
₦4M
In cash
Includes
- ₦4,000,000 Cash Prize
- Brand Ambassador Deal
Other Contestants
Rewards
Based on performance
Up For Grabs
- Contestant Rewards
- Possible Brand Ambassador Deals
Judging Criteria
How our finalists are evaluated during the grand finale.
Audience Vote (50%)
The audience plays a vital role in determining the winner. Fans and attendees vote based on their favorite live performances.
- Stage presence and energy
- Connection with the audience
- Overall entertainment value
- Crowd response during performance
Judges' Evaluation (50%)
Our panel of music industry professionals assess each artist on their artistic and technical delivery.
- Vocal ability and control
- Originality and creativity
- Songwriting and lyrical strength
- Stagecraft and overall performance quality
Indie Star Search FAQs
Find answers to common questions about Indie Star Search.
Champions
Celebrating the incredible winners who captured hearts and dominated the charts.
1st PlaceJareyy
“Werey la fin won Werey”
Captivated the crowd with his infectious Afrobeats energy, vivid storytelling, and undeniable stage command.
2nd PlaceSAYL
“Faaji X2”
Brought pure joy to the stage with a vibrant sound, smooth delivery, and feel-good vibes that had the audience on their feet.
3rd PlaceSkyjay
“Amina”
Delivered a heartfelt performance, weaving together soulful melodies and effortless charisma that resonated with every listener.
Ready To Become The Next Indie Star?
Register, hit your 20 referrals, upload your 3 entry songs and pay the ₦3,000 entry fee before November 6th to compete for ₦4M and a brand ambassador deal.
Registration opens Friday, October 9th. Follow us on all platforms and social media for updates.