Artist Incubator
Deadline: 11.30.25

Berklee Revelation Records (BRR) is accepting submissions for our 2026 Artist Incubator. This year we are looking to partner with an artist who will receive a record services deal to release two (2) original songs. The selected artist will maintain ownership of their music, while receiving critical support in the recording, release, and marketing of their music. 

 

Interested applicants are asked to submit two (2) original song examples. Examples are meant to give us a picture of your sound and aesthetic. These songs can be previously released or unreleased demos. Give us the best examples of your artistry. If selected, the songs released in partnership with BRR must be exclusively released with us.  

 

Benefits of working with BRR: 

• Access to the B06 Creative Suite 

• Mixing and Mastering support

• Content package including photo and video assets 

• PM-241: Record Label Management class as your artist team

• Amplification from the Professional Music Departments’ communication channels

• Opportunity to develop, amplify, and execute a song release  

• Continued support post release with general promotion and potential performance opportunities

• Induction into the alumni cohort of BRR Artists 

 

Who we are looking for: 

• Artists/Bands 

• Authenticity and strong artist identity 

• Clear vision for career

• Artists who are authentic and innovative, who have a clear voice and perspective  

• We aren’t concerned with genre, but can include: Pop, Alternative, Rock, R&B, Neo-Soul, Jazz, Singer Songwriter, Folk, Americana, HipHop, Latin, and music from all languages

• We invite people from all backgrounds and identities to apply

• Whether just getting started, or you’ve established some momentum we are looking for artists who have a strong vision for their music and need the support of a team to execute that vision 

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Guidelines for this year's submission: 

• Must be able to distribute their own music (support finding a DSP will be provided if you currently don’t have one)

• Two (2) songs/demos must be submitted

• Length of each demo/song should not exceed 5 minutes each

• All submissions must be an original composition by the artists/collaborators (composers/songwriters retain all rights)

• All artists must be currently enrolled at Berklee or Berklee at Boston Conservatory in the Spring 2026 semester on the Boston campus.

• No hate speech 

• If selected, the two (2) original songs created must be exclusively released in partnership with BRR

• Songs are to be submitted via an accessible link (dropbox, google drive,  Soundcloud, etc.), or must be in mp3 format 

• Any submissions links must give access to revelationrecords@berklee.edu (any submission not made accessible to us will be disqualified) 

• Submission form must be completed in full to be considered

• Must be available for BRR Spring show tentatively on April 14, 2026 (6pm - 9pm)

• Must be available to attend meetings regarding projects throughout the Spring semester

  • Availability to meet Label Management class on Tuesdays at 11am an added benefit, but not required

 

Expectations of BRR Artists: 

• Current status as a Berklee College of Music student in good standing required. You must have a 2.7 GPA.

• All students will be held accountable to the Berklee Student Code of Conduct

• Level of performance/compositional/musical integrity   

• Quality of demo unimportant—Logic, ProTools, etc. is fine, but the recording must be a clear mp3. However, if you have a professional sounding recording, we'll take it! 

 

Contract and Important Dates: 

• Upon selection, Artist must sign an agreement to confirm participation in the BRR Incubator 

• The course faculty member will be available for questions that you may have at revelationrecords@berklee.edu.

 

Application Schedule (subject to change):

• Submissions Open: November 13th

• Submissions Close: November 30th

• Artist Selection: December 4th

• Agreement Due: December 10th

• Public Announcement: December 11th

 

Recording Schedule (subject to change):

• December - February: Song Development 

• February - March: Recording, Mixing, Mastering

• April - May: Song Rollout & Release

 

Spring 2026 Events: 

• February 24th: BRR Open Mic

• April 14th: BRR Artist Spring Show at Cafe 939 Red Room 

• April 23rd: BRR Open Mic

 

Submission Deadline: Sunday November 30, 2025 - Apply Here     

 

Any further questions can be sent to the BRR team at revelationrecords@berklee.edu