Hamburg Music Award NOISE+CLAMOR

The Hamburg Music Award KRACH+GETÖSE is aimed at emerging musicians and bands residing in Hamburg or the metropolitan region. As a renowned newcomer prize, it annually honors artistic quality, innovation, and audience potential. The five winners receive a prize money of €2,000 as well as tailored coaching and diverse networking opportunities through RockCity Hamburg e.V. and the Haspa Music Foundation. Additionally, booking slots offer the chance to perform live in front of a broad audience and gain valuable practical experience. Thus, the award not only strengthens individual creativity but also promotes sustainable career development in the music sector.

Applications can be submitted online between March 4, 2026, and March 25, 2026. Submission requirements include a band biography, at least one music sample (audio or video), a press text, and meaningful photos. The jury, consisting of industry specialists, evaluates the submissions based on established criteria and selects the finalists. The goal is to provide young artists with a professional perspective through prize money, coaching, and networking facilitation, while enriching the Hamburg music scene with fresh impulses. Since 2009, the program has set standards for talent promotion by combining artistic excellence with practice-oriented support. Interested parties can find all key information and application details on the official website of the Haspa Music Foundation.