South Bay Rocks: Youth Music Competition Launches This Summer
A brand-new youth music competition is coming to the South Bay, and it’s giving local talent the chance to shine. South Bay Rocks is open to performers no older than 19 years old as of Saturday, September 20, 2025 and welcomes solo artists, duos, and full bands from all musical genres. Whether you sing, rap, play an instrument, or perform with a group, this is your moment to step into the spotlight.
Presented by Local Anchor, South Bay Music Connection, South Bay Credit Union, & The Point
The competition will kick off with an open call for video submissions. Young performers will be invited to submit a video of a musical performance. All styles of music are welcome, including pop, rock, hip hop, country, R&B, classical, and more. Submissions will open later this summer.
After submissions are collected, the community will vote for their favorite performers. The top ten contestants with the most votes will advance to the finals, along with two additional Finalist Fast-Pass entries selected by the Local Anchor team based on creativity, originality, and potential. These twelve finalists will be invited to perform live at the grand finale event taking place at The Point in El Segundo on Saturday, September 20, 2025. A panel of music industry professionals from Hollywood will judge the live performances and select the winner.
The grand prize includes a professional recording session at Republic Records Studios, along with additional exposure through Local Anchor and community-wide promotions.
The competition is open to Performers must be no older than 19 years old as of Saturday, September 20, 2025 who live in or attend school in the South Bay of Los Angeles. All music genres and performance styles are encouraged to participate. See Official Rules for details.
Key dates will be announced soon. Interested participants, fans, and community members are encouraged to sign up for updates to be the first to know when submissions officially open. Signing up will also provide access to voting dates, event details, and how to get involved.
South Bay Rocks is more than just a competition. It’s a celebration of local youth talent and a chance for the community to come together to support the next generation of musicians. Whether you’re ready to take the stage or want to cheer from the audience, this is one summer event you won’t want to miss.
Disclosure: Event dates and details are subject to change. Please check back regularly for the latest updates. Certain restrictions apply, based on availability.
