What is Stage72 Song Edition?
Stage72 Song Edition is a time-bound creative challenge by DHE Studio. Musicians from across India (and beyond) compete to create a complete original song in just 72 hours.
Your creativity, skill, and speed will be tested – and the world will hear your sound.
01 Jan
Last Date to Register
12 Jan
5 PM - Topic Distribution
(Theme/Song Brief sent by email)
15 Jan
5 PM - Submission Deadline
(Upload via Website)
01 Feb
Results Announced on Website
20 26
Top 5 Contestants perform live at Stage72 Fest
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Choose Your Genre
Classical/Crossover
Classical Fusion | Western Classical x Modern Beats | Instrumental Fusion | Orchestral Pop
Prizes & Recognition
DIGITAL CERTIFICATES FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS
Every registered artist gets a certificate of participation
BRAND COLLABORATION & DISTRIBUTION OPPORTUNITIES
Potential deals with music labels, streaming platforms, and content collabs with DHE Studio
TROPHIES FOR TOP 5 WINNERS
Custom Stage72 trophies awarded to the top 5 winners
PRESS & MEDIA FEATURE
Top winners highlighted in press articles, blogs, and interviews powered by DHE Studio’s network
CATEGORY WINNERS SPOTLIGHT
Winners from each category get featured on the Stage72 website, social media, and press releases
MASTERCLASS ACCESS
Exclusive invite-only online masterclass with music industry mentors for top winners
LIVE PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITY
Top 5 winners perform LIVE at Stage72 Fest 2026 in front of an audience, brands, and media
STAGE72 COMPILATION ALBUM
Top songs featured in a curated Stage72 Digital Album released on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube
How It Works
REGISTER ONLINE (₹199 FEE)
RECEIVE THEME/CHALLENGE BRIEF ON 12 NOV
CREATE YOUR SONG IN 72 HOURS (ANY STYLE WITHIN CHOSEN CATEGORY)
SUBMIT YOUR FINAL TRACK BEFORE DEADLINE
WAIT FOR RESULTS + FEEDBACK + SPOTLIGHT
Judging Criteria
CREATIVITY & ORIGINALITY
TECHNICAL QUALITY
GENRE FIT & THEME INTERPRETATION
OVERALL IMPACT
Why Join Stage72?
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Boost your portfolio with a time-bound challenge
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Connect with a growing creative community
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Global online recognition
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Pathway to perform at Stage72 Fest
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Push your creative boundaries
