KWC 2026 Las Vegas
KWC Online is a video competition for singers in countries without a national KWC competition (check list of active countries & their home pages HERE). Winners will be chosen to represent their countries at KWC finals in October.
These are the final results of KWC ONLINE 2026
WINNER
Maria Valor, Venezuela
ALSO INVITED TO KWC LAS VEGAS 2026:
Elisabeth Mueller, Austria
Victoria Meehan, Australia
Wayne Pascoe, Australia
Martina Hruskova, Czechia
Damian Studziński, Poland
Klaudia Mrówczyńska, Poland
Richard Buenaventura, Saudi Arabia
The winner will receive flights and accommodation to the KWC World Finals in Las Vegas.
Countries with local competition
If you are from any of these countries, you cannot participate KWC Online. You must qualify through the local competition. Click the country's name to get more info and links to your local competition.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Solo singers only (No duets/groups).
- Must be 18 years old before October 2026.
- No active management or recording contract that prevents participation.
- Can not represent a country with a national KWC competition in 2026. See this list.
- Registration for KWC Online 2026 ends in July 31.
MUST HAVE EITHER:
- Citizenship (passport & social security number), OR
- Lived in the country for at least 3 years.
TECHNICAL & PERFORMANCE RULES
- You can sing any song, in any language, and any style!
- Record anywhere – at home, outdoors, in a pub, etc. Your singing must be the main focus.
- You may use a microphone, mixer, EQ, reverb, etc., as long as the vocal performance is live and captured with the video.
VIDEO REQUIREMENTS
- One-take video (no cuts, one camera only).
- Your face must be visible throughout the song.
- No talking or intros – just the song.
- Max song length: 6 minutes.
MAKE SURE:
- Your face is clearly visible (good lighting).
- Your voice is well balanced with the music.
DISQUALIFICATION REASONS
- Offensive or inappropriate content.
- Overuse of effects that alter the vocal performance.
WE WANT SINGERS WHO:
- Have a unique voice and talent worth showcasing on the world stage.
- Can engage an audience – perform as if you were live on stage!
- Represent the diversity and spirit of global karaoke.
JUDGING CRITERIA
- Voice & Technique
- Artistry & Stage Presence
WHAT YOU CAN WIN
- Winner chosen by judges will win free flights & accommodation to Las Vegas!
IMPORTANT:
To participate, you must pay a €50 registration fee.
Chosen finalists will be announced on the first week of August.
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