Overview
- Sam Smith announced the partnership on Radio 1’s New Music Show with Jack Saunders on Wednesday, July 22.
- Artists can submit tracks to the BBC Introducing Uploader from Wednesday July 29 to Wednesday August 5 using the “Sam Smith” tag.
- A BBC Introducing panel will create a shortlist and Sam Smith will personally select the final 10 winners, who will be revealed later this summer.
- Winners will open for Smith at two nights in Manchester’s Albert Hall (September 3–4) or during eight nights at London’s Coliseum (September 8–19) and receive broadcaster features on BBC Introducing.
- BBC Introducing is the BBC’s talent-discovery platform and this tie-up gives unsigned artists both a high-profile live slot and editorial reach that can accelerate booking and radio exposure.