FAQ

Do I keep ownership of my music?

Yes. Your music stays yours.

Vanguard does not become your label, publisher, distributor, manager, or owner.

Can Vanguard post my submission?

Yes, within the Event context. Vanguard may display submissions, excerpts, rankings, results, winner pages, showcases, and Event records as part of running and documenting the Event.

Broader promotional use is handled by the Vanguard Content Promotion & Media License.

Can Vanguard sell my track?

No. Vanguard cannot sell your track as a standalone product under the Event Terms alone.

Any standalone commercial release would require a separate written agreement.

Are AI vocals allowed?

No.

AI vocals, AI rap delivery, AI singing, AI speech, voice cloning, voice conversion, and artificial vocal performance are not allowed.

Can I use a beat or sample?

Only if you have the rights, license, permission, and clearance needed to use it in this Event.

You are responsible for beats, samples, loops, collaborators, credits, and third-party materials.

Can minors participate?

Yes, from age 14.

Participants aged 14–17 need parent or legal guardian authorization and supervision.

Is the prize guaranteed?

The first-place eligible winner may receive a cash prize if the applicable eligible submission threshold and prize conditions are met.

The maximum cash prize for this Event is CAD $500.

Do I get feedback?

Feedback is not guaranteed unless the Event page or Round Materials say otherwise.

Who do I contact?

For Event, legal, privacy, rights, support, or prize questions:

connect@vanguardnetwork.org