K-Pop Lyrics & Album Art Contest
K-Pop is growing in influence globally, and now you can be a part of it!
A chance for any K-Pop fan, songwriter or Korean language students to showcase their creative talent and kick-start or advance their careers. Discover more details and FAQ below. (Click 'Read more +')
K-Pop is growing in influence globally, and now you can be a part of it!
A chance for any K-Pop fans, songwriter, artists or any Korean culture enthusiast to showcase their creative talent and kick-start or advance their careers. The winner of the K-Pop Contest will debut as a lyricist or album art designer, with an official credit on online music platforms.
Apply now to make your K-Pop dreams a reality.
Sneak peek at the benefits for the K-Pop Contest winner...
- You will be registered as a lyricist or an album designer on the track.
- You will be credited as a lyricist on the music streaming platforms the song is on including Spotify, iTunes, Melon and KakaoMusic.
- Korean professional vocalists and student artists from York St John University will record a song with your lyrics.
- The song will be released as a single album - with the winning album cover design.
- You will be presented the winner prize by the Head of the School of the Art at York St John University at the upcoming Yor-K (Korea Festival in York).
- Your song or artwork will be presented at the upcoming Yor-K at York Theatre Royal.
Contest Judges
- Dr Robert Wilsmore, Head of the School of the Arts, York St John University
- Dr Yeji Han, Lecturer in Korean and Linguistics, Languages and Linguistics, York St John University
- Hoyeon Seo, Nomadmusic producer
- Korean Cultural Centre UK
- Ko Yeong-yeol, Songwriter and Pansori Singer
*Special Judges*
- Singer-songwriter Hareem (YouTube, Facebook)
Debuted in 1996 as a member of the group 'Ven'. In 2001, Hareem released his first Solo Album [Split Personality]. His second album [Whistle In A Maze] was released three years later in 2004. Some of Hareem’s popular songs are 'Departure', 'Love Forgotten By Another Love', and 'Incurable Disease'. He has presented world music performances based on his years of travel, and communicated in various ways through music plays such as 'The Gypsy's Table' and 'The Africa' and so on. He recently received a great response for touching with sincere performances and songs in JTBC 'Begin Again'. - Songwriter and pansori singer Ko Yeong Yeol
JTBC 'Phantom Singer' second place
KBS 'Immortal Songs' first place
MBC 'King of Masked Singer' - Illustrator Wheelee
Artbook, 'Going out without Permission'
Picture essay book, 'Everyone has a garden'
Advertisements, album covers, publications and more.
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How do I submit my entries?
Please click HERE to find out more about the application process.
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How many entries I can submit?
Applicants can submit up to three pieces of work in each category (lyrics and artwork)
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I'm not a British citizen. Am I eligible to apply?
Applications are limited to citizens and residents in the UK. You will be eligible if any of the following apply:
- a British citizen living in the UK.
- a British citizen living outside of the UK.
- Anyone who lives in the UK (Your main, permanent address should be in the UK when you apply)* If you apply as a pair or group, all the applicants must satisfy the requirements.
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How much does it cost to enter the contest?
It's Free!
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Can I join as a group or with my friends?
Yes, you can. Please specify each person's name when you submit your entry.
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Can I listen to the song on streaming platforms?
Yes, a single will be released along with the work of the album design contest and you will be able to listen the song on Spotify, iTunes, Melon and KakaoMusic.
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If I win the contest, will I be credited?
Yes, you will credit as a lyricist or album designer, and you may get royalties (depending on the policy of each streaming platform). The song will be registered on Spotify, iTunes, Melon and KakaoMusic. Please find their policies for more information on this.
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Will I have ownership of my submission?
Yes. The Korean Cultural Centre UK do not claim ownership of the materials you submit for the contest. But please note that we may showcase your submitted entries on the KCCUK website, social media channels, and Yor-K (Korea Festival in York) events with York St John University.
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Should I sing a song to enter the contest?
No, you don't have to. A professional vocalist and student artists from York St John University will record a song with your lyrics.
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K-Pop Lyrics & Album Art Contest Awards Ceremony
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