This new AI music contest by Reply could launch your career, with 100,000 festival attendees watching

Key Takeaways

• Reply has launched a new AI Music Contest with a June 1st, 2025 deadline
• The competition is open to anyone 16+ and free to enter, with teams of 1-3 members
• Finalists will perform at the Kappa Futur Festival in front of a large audience

The technology company Reply has expanded its AI competitions by adding the new Reply AI Music Contest and bringing back their Reply AI Film Festival. This joins other AI creative competitions like the AI Song Contest, which has been running for 5 years and will hold its finals in Amsterdam this year. Reply’s new contest connects AI specialists with the entertainment industry, focusing on music performances that use AI technology. It’s cool to see festivals and tech companies working together to help artists try out new technology.

Key Contest Details and Eligibility

The AI Music Contest invites producers and content creators to explore the intersection of AI, live entertainment, and art. Open to participants worldwide who are at least 16 years old, the competition is completely free to enter with a submission deadline of June 1st, 2025. Participants can compete either individually or in teams of up to three members, with Reply employees also eligible to join teams.

The contest welcomes both AI experts and beginners. “Don’t worry if you’re new to AI! This contest is an excellent opportunity to explore AI in music and visual art,” the organizers note, encouraging collaboration between those with complementary skills.

How AI Fits into the Competition

Contestants must incorporate AI-powered tools in their creative process, though it’s not required to rely 100% on AI for the final output. Participants can use any AI technology – commercial software, open-source tools, or custom-built systems – to generate music, visuals, sounds, or visual effects.

Submission Requirements

Entries must include:

• A video (1-10 minutes) in .mp4, .mov, or .h264 format (max 4GB)
• A description of the AI-enhanced live performance
• A report detailing the AI tools and technologies used
• An explanation of how AI improved the creative process
• A link to the creator’s portfolio

Click here to learn more about how to participate in the Reply AI music contest

Festival Showcase Opportunity

The top finalists will be invited to showcase their creations at the Kappa Futur Festival, where they’ll perform in front of potentially 100,000+ attendees. A panel of directors, tech experts, and AI representatives will evaluate submissions across categories including Composition, Visual Art, Live Performance, and Experimental.

To learn more visit the official Reply AI Music contest page and check out detailed participation rules.