HOW IT WORKS
Music first. Discovery follows.
Artists put their music into competition. Music fans become Judges, build trusted Track Records, and discover emerging talent. Blind music battles bring these journeys together.
The three steps of a battle
- Listen: hear two song clips without seeing the artists.
- Vote: choose the song you prefer.
- Discover: explore the artists behind the music.
From a song to a lasting journey
Artists prepare their music and choose eligible songs for competition. After listening and voting, Judges explore the Artists behind the clips, save music, follow Artists, and share discoveries.
Artists build an Artist Journey. Judges develop both a Judge Career and a Discovery Career. Song and Artist leaderboards, Judge standing, Career Levels, and earned Achievements show different aspects of progress.
Understand your progress
Your Workspace connects your history, current standing, and next steps. Performance reports explain results; Marketplace Intelligence helps eligible Artists and teams interpret them. Contextual assistance supports your understanding while leaving decisions in your hands.
Relevant Notifications highlight updates and actions that need attention. Activity keeps a lasting record of meaningful changes so you can return to your progress.
Frequently asked questions
What is a blind music battle?
It is a comparison between two song clips with the artists hidden during listening. You choose based on the music, then explore who made it.
Which path should I choose?
To listen, vote, and discover Artists, start as a Judge. To upload music and compete, start Artist onboarding. An existing account can establish Artist identity through the required onboarding; you do not need a separate Discoverer account.
What are the two Judge Careers?
Judge Career recognizes judging quality and builds your Track Record. Discovery Career recognizes meaningful early talent discovery and builds your Discovery Legacy. Explore both Careers and the Judge level ladder.
What can Artists compete for?
Artists and their songs develop distinct competitive standing. Songs can earn Elite status through exceptional performance and later be evaluated separately for All-Time qualification. See the Artist guide for the journey and qualification distinctions.
What does JudgeSomething Pro include?
Pro combines detailed career insights, historical analytics, advanced song comparisons, and audience intelligence with capacity for 20 uploaded songs and 3 active Battle positions. Free supports 5 uploaded songs and 1 active Battle position. Pro does not purchase better rankings or wins.
Are Achievements the same as Career Levels?
No. Career Levels show your progression. Achievements and Awards recognize particular accomplishments and contributions along the way.
How does JudgeSomething support fair participation?
Artist identity is hidden during Battle listening. Reporting, review, and support help protect fair participation. Commercial tools expand capability without buying competitive outcomes. Visit Support if you need help or want to report a concern.
Where can I use JudgeSomething?
JudgeSomething is available on the web. The iPhone app is coming soon.
Where can I find help and policies?
Visit Support or email support@judgesomething.com. You can also read the Terms, Privacy Policy, and Copyright information.
Choose your path
Learn more about building your Careers as a Judge or competing and growing as an Artist.
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