“Alabama Idol” Karaoke Contest

Step One: Purchase a ticket to be added into the list of "Alabama Idol" Contestants!

Step Two: When you recieve your confirmation email it will include a "Song Submission Form" link that you must fill out!

Alabama Idol

Contestant Rules 

• Alabama Idol, The Pride of Atmore, and Mystic Music reserves the right to change these rules if necessary. If changes are made contestants will be notified and the changes will be posted on the website.  

• There will be 3 weeks of competition from which a Winner, Runner-Up and an Audience Choice Winner will be selected. The winner of each week will win a prize of $100.  The Winner and Audience Choice Winner will advance to the finals being held on week 4.  

• Contestants must be of legal age to enter the contest or be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. 

• The number of contestants in a qualifying round will be determined on the night of the contest. 

• The KJ/host, agents, and judges reserve the right to declare the maximum number of contestants and close registration at any reasonable point in the event. 

• Advancing contestants must be available for final rounds. All reasonable efforts will be made to accommodate the advancing contestant's schedule, but no guarantees will be made. If an advancing contestant cannot make an advancing round, his or her spot will default to the next runner-up contestant. 

• Advancing contestants are encouraged to bring family, friends, and fans. Audience reaction will help to determine the Champion.

• Alabama Idol is a family-friendly contest (No questionable lyrics) Songs containing vulgar or explicit sex lyrics will not be allowed. Contestants who, during their performance, use vulgar lyrics or perform in an obscene manner will be disqualified from the competition. Rap and or hip-hop contestants must perform the radio-edited versions.

• This contest is for individuals( No groups) 

• Only one entry per person, per night. Contestants may enter as many nights as they would like, but you may only qualify for the finals once. 

• If space is limited new contestants will be taken over people who have already competed the week before. This will be up to the venue's discretion. 

• Performances will be limited to five minutes. Choose your song wisely. If it is longer than five, be prepared to give us a big finish at the five-minute mark. The KJ or host will stop the song at the 5-minute mark or at their discretion. 

• Avoid songs with big instrumental breaks. We’re not there to hear studio musicians; we’re there to hear you. 

• We will be using the Karafun App for all singers.  Please go to karafun.com to view the available songs and choose your song from the songs available on the app.   Online karaoke | KaraFun

• We don't mind if someone else is doing your song. But if we see a duplicate, we will give you the option to change it before you sing. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO CHANGE! This is why pre-registration is encouraged. Once you have registered your name and song will be posted. 

• Each contestant shall use only the equipment provided by the DJ running the show. No outside equipment by the contestant or anyone other than the DJ shall be used. 

• Any contestant that allows others to sing along with him/her by surrendering the microphone shall be disqualified. (This DOES NOT include holding the microphone in the air for the audience or a group in the audience to sing along with the background vocals.)

• Contestants are not allowed to leave the stage or stage area during their performance. This includes singing or performing within the audience.

• Any contestant guilty of distracting any of the other contestants while they are performing shall be disqualified. 

• Any contestant guilty of insulting or starting any confrontation with any of the audience or other contestants shall be disqualified. 

• Any contestant found damaging equipment shall be disqualified. 

• The order of performance shall be decided by luck of the draw. 

• Decisions of the judges are final. No, arguing with judges is allowed. Any contestant, their family, or associates who argue with a judge may be deemed to be using offensive behavior and the contestant may be disqualified from the competition 

Scoring will be based upon a possible 100-point system.

 

• 50 Points possible.... scale between (1-50) for Vocal Ability

• 1-10 Points for Song Knowledge and Timing

o Was the singer glued to the lyrics monitor? Are the words sung at the correct time? Correct Lyrics?

• 1-40 Points for Audience Interaction

o Did the singer sing to the audience? Was the singer able to get the audience into his or her performance?

Tie Breaker

   In the event of a tie, there will be a sing-off to break the tie.

Audience Choice 

Each spectator will be given one ticket.  They will write the contestant number of their choice on the ticket and drop it in a designated drop box.  Additional tickets can be purchased for $5 each and there is no limit on the number of votes a spectator can enter for their favorite contestant.  No other criteria is considered for audience choice winner. 

i. Persons who entertain are allowed to compete as long as it is part-time income and that person does not belong to any professional organization connected with the entertainment industry that would cause representatives including host, KJ's or sponsors to pay such contestant a fee or any other benefit for taking part in the event. 

ii. Any person may enter the contest that belongs to an Organized Labor Union connected with the entertainment industry, as long as that person is not disqualified by rule number (i). 

iii. Contestants MAY NOT utilize live props. This will include backup singers, dancers, or animals. Non-human props, costumes, and other accessories are not only permitted but encouraged. Musical instruments may be used as props, but are not allowed as an accompaniment to the contestants' performance. Contestants will be judged on their singing ability, not on how well they play an instrument. Such musical instruments must be hand carried. Props that utilize the aid of others to bring them on stage, or are difficult to handle are NOT permitted. An example of this type of prop is a piano, harp, etc... Any prop used by a contestant must be carried on stage or into the stage area by the contestant and must be completed in one trip onto or into the stage area 

iv. Contestants will sing one judged song. Contestants are allowed to repeat the songs they sing in the final. 

v. Contestants, their families, or associates are not allowed to have contact with a contest judge before or during any contest. Contact includes verbal conversations and handshakes. Judges will be wearing judge badges to prevent contestants from approaching judges. This rule applies only before and during the time contestants are performing. It is not reasonable to expect contestants; their families or associates from having contact with a judge directly after all contestants have performed. Breaks for judges during a contest shall be considered the same as time during a contestant performance and judges are off limits for conversation or any other contact. 

vi. Contestants, their families, or associates who exhibit offensive behavior during any portion of the contest will disqualify that contestant from further competition. If the contestant, their family, or associates exhibit offensive behavior after the contestant has competed, and such behavior is in the host establishment, even after the winners are announced, that contestant’s score will be nullified. If the contestant whose score has been nullified is a winning contestant, the next contestant in the scoring position shall be the winner. If there is a tie for the next in line, the winner shall be decided by a toss of a coin

vii. There is a $20 dollar online or $20 dollar at the venue entry fee for all contestants.  

The Grand Prize winner will receive a $1000.00 and a session during a writer’s round to write a song recording session in a real studio to record that song or another of their choosing if they have another song they have written. 

Contestants should arrive at least 1 hour before the contest to confirm music and draw for performance order.

Don’t take someone’s word for it, understanding all rules is your responsibility alone. If you do not understand any of these rules please contact us at xxxxxxxxxxxx

Please note: All participants agree to the following terms and conditions of participation by their signature on this form: 

I understand and agree to allow my name and/or likeness to be used in contest promotions, including photographs and digital renditions of my performance(s) and any filming by our film crew. I understand the risks involved in participating in the Karaoke Challenge event at this location. I/we do hereby waive, release and discharge any and all claims for damages for personal injury, death, or property damage which I/we may experience as a result of participation in this activity. This release is intended to discharge in advance this location, The Pride of Atmore, Mystic Music, their officers, the KJ/Bar any and all sponsors, contractors and/or officials, employees, volunteers, and agents, from any and all liability resulting out of or connected in any way with my participation in the above activity; even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons or entities mentioned above. It is understood that this activity involves an element of risk and danger of accidents; and knowing those risks, I hereby assume those risks. It is further agreed that this waiver, release, and assumption of risk is to be binding on my heirs and assigns. I agree to indemnify and hold the above persons and entities free and harmless from any loss, liability, damage, cost, or expense they may incur as the result of my death or injury, or property damage that I may sustain while participating in said activity. 

PARENTAL CONSENT: Must be completed and signed by a parent or legal guardian if the participant is under 18 years of age: I hereby consent that my son/daughter participate in the Alabama Idol Karaoke Challenge and I hereby execute the above Agreement, Waiver, and Release on his/her behalf. I state that said minor is physically able to participate in said activity. I hereby agree to indemnify and hold the persons and entities mentioned above free and harmless from any loss, liability, damage, cost, or expense which may incur as a result of the death or injury, or property damage that said minor may sustain while participating in the above activity.

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT, WAIVER, AND RELEASE AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT BETWEEN MYSELF AND THIS LOCATION, SPONSORS, THE PRIDE OF ATMORE, THEIR OFFICERS, AGENTS, OFFICIALS, EMPLOYEES, VOLUNTEERS, AND CONTRACTORS; AND I ACKNOWLEDGE MY AGREEMENT AS SIGNED ON THIS FORM IS OF MY OWN FREE WILL.