American Idol, YouTube, and MySpace paved the way, and now the public’s thirst for fresh, handpicked talent reaches its natural conclusion: Music Nation, where up-and-coming bands can submit their videos online to be voted on by viewers for the ultimate prize: a recording contract with world-renowned Epic Records. Bands will get the exposure they desire, while fans will get a significant say in the outcome–the perfect relationship between the artist and the public.
Music Nation was founded to locate and nurture new talent, then to bring it to the people. Entrants in the competition will enjoy public exposure and word-of-mouth notoriety, regardless of the outcome. Hundreds of videos have already flooded the site, and 2007 looks to continue that pace. www.musicnation.com.