Reviews

Wonderful platform to promote your music project!

Laura Farré Rozada

Pianist

Big thanks to the whole AGMA team for a well run festival! We really appreciate the chance to share our work with the world. Also thanks to all the artists who participated and continue making independent music!

Jason Winfield (Razed by Rebels)

Singer - Songwriter - Producer

Thank you to the Apollo team for the opportunity to share my music. I truly appreciate the time and attention given to my work and your support for composers. It was a pleasure to participate in your competition!

Massimo Sarra

Composer

This is my second submission, and I was fortunate and honored that both years I was a final nominee, completing all the first 3 stages. Hope to win next year with my new release in Jan 2027. I personally really appreciate the efforts taken by your entire team throughout the whole AGMA process, which recognizes independent artists all over the world and gives them the visibility they deserve. This venture sure needs acknowledgement for the way the music, categories, and communication are conducted, rated, and even promoted, giving the confidence that yes, I can do more too. Thank you.

Shitalchandra Kulkarni

Composer - Producer

Participating in the 2026 Apollo Global Music Awards season has been a truly exceptional and deeply rewarding milestone for my music ministry! The AGMA team and their esteemed international panel of professional judges operate with the highest caliber of artistic integrity, communication, and genuine passion for championing independent artistry. It was a profound honor to have two of my projects recognized on this prestigious global stage—with my single 'To the Cross' being named an Official Selection, and my cinematic track 'Jesus, You're the One (Band & Orchestral Holiday Mix)' soaring to the elite level of Semi-Finalist! This platform provides an unparalleled opportunity for independent creators to gain meaningful international visibility. I highly recommend this elite competition to serious artists worldwide, and I look forward to continuing our beautiful journey together in the seasons to come! All glory to God!

Melissa Pettignano

Singer - Songwriter

Thank you for nominating my project! Overall very cool experience!

David Laborier

Guitarist - Composer

It was truly an honor to be one of the finalist for the AGMA.

CSAN-II

Jazz Salsa Ensemble

Really great experience thank you!!

Chess Galea

Singer - Songwriter

A great experience with the AGMA Awards. The communication was warm, professional and thoughtful throughout, and it’s clear that the team genuinely cares about music and the artists behind it. Thank you to the whole AGMA team and jury for their time, attention and support!

Mathieu Alvado

Composer

Excellent experience. Professionalism and quality are guaranteed. The Apollo Global Music Awards is certainly the most important competition in Europe. The jury is made up of highly qualified professionals. Everything is perfect, from the selections to the nominations. I will most certainly participate again in 2027.

Serge André

Composer - Producer

Thoroughly enjoyed my experience with the AGMA awards in 2025, can't recommend highly enough! It's really hard to find an objective judge of the music you make if you don't know many other composers, so I was delighted to make it to the semi-final stage of a really excellent competition where the standards are really high. Can't wait to submit more music in 2026!

Ioan Davies

Composer - Songwriter

It was an amazing experience to be part of this festival, and I even had the honor of winning the award for Best Soundtrack. Thank you for this recognition and for the opportunity to be among such talented people. See you in the next seasons!

Robert Bruckmayer

Composer - Producer - Multi-instrumentalist

One of the best music contests in the whole world, good quality and I had the pleasure to be a finalist.

Hugo Alegre

Composer - Producer - Singer

Fantastic contest in Athens, with great quality. An honor to have been a finalist.

Luis Alberto Naranjo

Composer

Fantastic experience with the Apollo Global Music Awards - communication was clear and engaging throughout, and I was honoured to reach the final nominee stage among so many talented composers. Excited to get involved for next years awards! Many thanks for the team.

Benjamin McMillan

Visual Media Composer

I am late because of my tour but would like to take the unmitigated pleasure to write that AGMA always worked for quality. I have gone through with the works they and the esteemed jury has nominated and found their unbiasedness towards making a decision. It was so nice to see many great artists and composers. I would like to thank AGMA for the fascinating journey and nominating me for my The Other Half. Hoping to hold the trophy soon. It is inspiring.

Abhirup Roy

Composer, Percussionist

Taking part in the Apollo Global Music Awards has been an incredible honor and an unforgettable artistic experience. Reaching the semifinals feels like proof that passion, dedication, and hard work truly pay off. The competition brought together exceptionally talented musicians from all around the world, creating an inspiring and emotional atmosphere of shared creativity. This event reminded me how universal the language of music is — it connects people beyond borders, cultures, and languages. I feel deeply grateful for this opportunity and more motivated than ever to keep growing as an artist.

Agnieszka Solska

Composer

It was wonderful to participate in this Global competition! I am honored to have been one of the final nominees in the Best Performance category 2025. A big thank-you to AGMA for this opportunity -- a very exciting and career-helpful opportunity!

James Adler

Pianist - Composer

Had an absolutely fantastic experience with the AGMA and the honor of winning the award for Best Score. Wishing the festival a continued success and hope to be back at it.

Robin Hoffmann

Composer - Orchestrator - Arranger

I would like to warmly and sincerely congratulate you! Participating in your competition has been a wonderful experience. First of all, the submission process was simple and very easy for us, the creators. Furthermore, the organization was excellent, as the updates you sent us were detailed and communication was prompt. Our works, as I observed, were treated with respect, care, and objectivity. The recognition of my lyrics moved me deeply and filled me with joy and enthusiasm to continue. Once again, I express my gratitude and wish you continued success in your future events. With great respect, Chara Rizou

Chariklia Rizou

Lyricist - Poet

Seriously, these guys are the nicest and most welcoming and have been encouraging from the start. They value every artist's work so respectfully and answered every question so patiently. Out of all the competitions I entered in the past year, this was the most welcoming and receptive of them. I didn't win, but as a finalist, I'm still very grateful for all their work put into this and for not being one of those competitions that make artists feel like they're being scammed every step of the way. Thank you so much.

Christina Abi-Younes

Songwriter - Composer - Producer

Without a doubt, one of the best awards I've ever participated in. A 10/10 organization, excellent communication, and a 10/10 on social media. I'm honored and grateful to have received the award for Best Instrumental. Thank you so much for everything! You're the best!

Manel Gil-Inglada

Film & Video Game Composer

Participating in the Apollo Global Music Awards has been a truly inspiring experience. The organization, communication, and professionalism of the AGMA team made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. I felt that my work was valued and celebrated with genuine passion for music and creativity. Winning with Mirrors has been an unforgettable moment in my artistic journey, and I am deeply grateful for the recognition. The AGMA not only highlights artistic talent, but also creates a community where composers and musicians from all over the world can feel connected and supported. I would highly recommend submitting to this festival to any artist who wishes to share their music with an international audience and be part of a professional, warm, and inspiring environment.

Giuliano Parisi

Composer - Director - Sound Architect

Very grateful and honored to have been the final nominee in two music categories this year. This awards festival has been nothing short of a motivational kick and I can't wait to be back for next year.

David Wurczel

Composer - Orchestrator - Guitarist

Wonderful festival, brilliant communication and well worth the admission! Thank you for having our short film make it to the Finals for Best Soundtrack!

Dylan Laker

Director of Photography - Cinematographer

We are deeply grateful to the Apollo Global Music Awards for the special mention given to the song Pale Blue Dot, composed by Paolo Cotrone for our short film The Threshold. On behalf of myself, as director, and Paolo, as composer, we would like to thank the jury and the organization for appreciating the expressive value of a work born from the encounter between images and sounds!

Walter Rastelli

Writer - Director - Producer

After more than 200 Awards and Nominations at I. F. Fs. here, at Apollo Global Music Awards it really felt like an Award in a real Festival. Receiving the physical award totally free of cost (and I know it's not cheap, I truly appreciate their effort and investment) means so much to all of us. Thank you.

Leonidas Stanescu

Composer - Filmmaker - Actor

Participating in the Apollo Global Music Awards was an exciting and fantastic journey for us. Besides the excellent communication, we were very delighted with the award for “Best Song 2024” with the duet Vicino ma lontano. A heartfelt thank you! This festival is still young but nevertheless shows great professionalism. Really highly recommended!