TikTok Live and All Things Go Music Announce Contest for Emerging Artists to Win Festival Slot

Today, TikTok Live and All Things Go Music announced contest for emerging artists to win a festival slot held on September 25-27 in New York. The U.S. winner will be center stage, alongside some of music’s biggest artists, including Zara Larsson, Lola Young, MUNA, Carly Rae Jepsen, Brandi Carlile, Sienna Spiro, The Beaches and more. “The competition will be captured through TikTok’s global music program, Music on Stage, with submissions now open. Artists will compete live on TikTok throughout August for a spot in the regional finals, which will take place live on Friday, August 28, and feature Lizzy Plapinger, performing artist of LPX and MS MR fame, co-founder of Neon Gold Records and All Things Go advisor, as a guest judge” (All Things Go Festival Press Release).

Lizzy Plapinger of All Things Go said that, “Creating opportunities for new voices has always been fundamental to All Things Go, making this collaboration with TikTok a natural fit. Discovering and supporting emerging artists has been a throughline of my career, and I’m excited to help spotlight an artist for the chance to perform on the festival’s New York stage” (All Things Go Festival Press Release). Head of LIVE Operations at Americas for TikTok Shen Gao said, “On TikTok LIVE, emerging artists are building real communities and connecting with global audiences in real time, turning everyday moments into the foundation of career” … “Through Music on Stage, our partnership with All Things Go Music Festival gives creators the chance to share the stage alongside some of the biggest names in music, elevating their artistic journeys and giving them a platform to showcase their talent on one of music’s fastest-growing festivals” (All Things Go Festival Press Release). More information about TikTok Music on Stage can be found HERE. Viewers at home can follow along throughout the competition by searching up #MusicOnStage on TikTok.

Hannah Ilko: Hannah Ilko is a sophomore screenwriting major at Loyola Marymount University. She has gained experience across writing, marketing and storytelling through a variety of creative roles. Hannah completed a marketing internship with Jackpot Pictures, where she helped promote their debut film Moments of Youth. She has written engaging articles for her high school publication The Crusader, collaborated on original scripts in her IB Theatre course and wrote her own short film during the Spring 2026 semester. These experiences have strengthened her ability to craft compelling narratives and communicate ideas to audiences. Passionate about entertainment and media Hannah stays informed on industry trends and continues to refine her writing skills as she works toward a career in the entertainment industry.
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