FAQ

ELIGIBILITY

Who can enter the EIMA Awards?
Open to musicians, composers, producers, bands, sound engineers, DJs, vocalists, artwork creators, and all music professionals of any age, from any country worldwide. All genres welcome—no restrictions.

How many entries can I submit?

Maximum 3 submissions per order.

Are there restrictions on release dates?

No. Submit works created anytime—released tracks, original compositions, arrangements, or cover versions (in appropriate categories).

SUBMISSION

How do I submit my entry?

Online only via [www.eimawards.com](http://www.eimawards.com). Click "SUBMIT YOUR MUSIC" button on homepage or category pages.

What file/link formats are accepted?

Public streaming links from official platforms only (Spotify, YouTube, SoundCloud preferred). Contact support@eimawards.com for eventual needs.

When do submissions open/close?

See Key Dates on [www.eimawards.com](https://www.eimawards.com). Deadlines may close early due to high volume. EIMA reserves the right to modify dates if necessary.

CATEGORIES

What categories are available?

36 categories covering songwriting, production, performance, media music, visuals: Best Single, Album/EP, Music Video, Producer, Film Music, Children's Music, Album Artwork and more (full list on submission form). EIMA reserves right to reassign entries to better-fitting categories.

JUDGING

How is judging done and who are the judges?

EIMA employs a blind review process by esteemed music industry professionals (producers, artists, critics, A&R experts) using only provided streaming links. Jurors remain completely anonymous to each other and entrants.

Scoring criteria (1-10 scale + special mentions):

- Originality (20%)

- Production/Technical Quality (20%)

- Innovation (20%)

- Emotional Impact (20%)

- Performance/Artistry (20%)

Judges score independently using mathematical weighted average formula. Special praises add bonus points. Final decisions are binding.

FEES

Is there a general entry fee to participate in EIMA?

Yes, €35 Early Bird (reg. €50) until Jan 31 + €25 per category (reg. €30). Minimum 1 category, maximum 3 per entry. Non-refundable. Auto-calculated at checkout.

PRIZES

What do winners receive?

1st, 2nd, 3rd place per category: Digital winner diplomas + promotion across EIMA platforms. Special artisan prizes available on request (winner pays shipping/production).

How/when are winners announced?

Quarterly announcements via official website Awards page, social media, and newsletters. See Key Dates below.

RULES

Can entries contain explicit content?

No. Entries with hate speech, violence, racism, sexism, religious/political intolerance, or explicit lyrics excluded immediately without refund.

What if my work doesn't fit a category?

Judges may reassign to most appropriate category. Notification sent when possible. All genres accommodated.

Who owns my submitted work?

You retain 100% ownership/rights. EIMA uses streaming links only for judging/promotion.

KEY DATES

Submission periods: January 7th, April 1st, July 1st, October 1st

Deadlines: March 10th, June 10th, September 10th, December 10th

Nominees Announced: March 10th, June 10th, September 10th, December 10th

Winners announced: March 31st, June 30th, September 30th, December 31st

OVERALL WINNERS OF THE YEAR

1st place quarterly winners compete for annual "Big Four": Album of the Year | Record of the Year | Song of the Year | Best Artist of the Year. Announced January 10th (Live ceremony under evaluation** based on participation across all quarterly sessions).

TECHNICAL

Streaming links & Privacy

Provide working streaming links (test before submission). Fully GDPR compliant—no data shared with third parties.