Proud to partner with @levittfoundation who shares our belief in the power of free, live music to build community. A national creative placemaking funder at the intersection of music, public space and community building, Levitt supports changemakers and nonprofits nationwide to build healthy, equitable and thriving communities through the power of free, live music. Learn more: levitt.org
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My Song Is Your Song deadline extended to May 11
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🏆 Make Music Champions: Jake Schmidt
Jake Schmidt is a California–based artist creating reggaeton and Latin music in Spanish.
Working with producers in Colombia and drawing inspiration from both classic and modern reggaeton, he focuses on releasing new music consistently while continuing to deepen his connection to the language and culture behind his sound.
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 @jake.schmidt_ / #MakeMusicChampions
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Calling singers from every corner of the world 🌍🎤
Got questions about My Song Is Your Song 2026? This FAQ has you covered.
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🏆 Make Music Champions: Grimiss
Grimiss is a rock band with a unique, self-described “psych witch rock” sound, blending drum machines, guitar, and dark, expressive vocals. They approach music creation without aiming to fit into a specific genre.
Grimiss is truly one of a kind. Their songs can shift styles while still sounding cohesive, as they focus on building a sound that feels entirely their own. They are currently working on their second LP.
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@kissmygrimiss / #MakeMusicChampions
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🏆 Make Music Champions: Gemanereida
Gema is a Portland-based singer and performer specializing in mariachi and traditional Mexican music.
With roots in community performance and a passion for cultural expression, she is currently studying music education with a focus on voice while working toward a future in teaching mariachi.
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@gemanereidamusic /Â #MakeMusicChampions
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🏆 Make Music Champions: David Francisco
David Francisco is a California–based singer, songwriter, and producer who blends indie pop, alternative, and singer-songwriter influences.
By producing his own recordings, he has developed his own unique sound. He also emphasizes the importance of consistency in music, especially when it comes to songwriting. He is currently preparing to release his upcoming album, White Knuckle Thoughts.
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@davidfranciscomusic / #MakeMusicChampions
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🏆 Make Music Champions: Vivienne Aerts
Vivienne Aerts is a New York City–based vocalist, composer, and producer who combines jazz, looping, electronics, and experimental soundscapes in her music.
Known for her layered vocal performances and interdisciplinary collaborations, her work often blends music, environment, and visual or culinary elements into immersive artistic experiences.
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@vieffertje / #MakeMusicChampions
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🏆 Make Music Champions: Adryelle
Adryelle is a California-based artist who describes herself as a “synth-pop fairy stuck in an ’80s mall.” Her love for retro electronic sounds and whimsical aesthetics has shaped her music in a unique way, with lyrics that come from emotion and catharsis.
Next for her is her self-produced single Bloom, which reflects on the sense of blooming into a different person than you were before, and that delicate, flower-like transition.
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@adryelle / #MakeMusicChampions
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🏆 Make Music Champions: Jacob Khalil
Jacob Khalil is a New York City–based singer, songwriter, and pianist whose music blends pop, soul, and gospel influences. Drawing from a background in church singing and classical training, his work focuses on meaningful songwriting and creating uplifting, heartfelt music.
With 2026 being a big year for Jacob, with two new albums, global touring, and songwriting collaborations, he reflects on the importance of putting yourself out there and keeping your enthusiasm up as two key factors in dedicating yourself to music.
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@jacobkhalilmusic / #MakeMusicChampions
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🏆 Make Music Champions: Simmerr
Simmerr is a New York–based band known for their vibrant blend of funk, soul, pop, jazz, and Latin influences. With a thunderous sound and an energetic live show, the band brings a playful, collaborative spirit to the stage while building a style that mixes classic inspirations with a modern feel.
For Simmerr, community moments make events like Make Music Day extra special. They are currently working on their upcoming EP and their much-anticipated “Simmerr Summer” shows.
Tap the link in our bio to read more about Simmerr’s passion for music.
@simmerrtheband / #MakeMusicChampions
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Thank you to the @levittfoundation for their support of Make Music Alliance! Levitt partners with changemakers and nonprofits in towns and cities across America to create joyous, inclusive destinations where the power of free, live music brings people together of all ages and backgrounds, creating more healthy, equitable and thriving communities. Learn more:Â levitt.org
