Gridlock Academy – Application Requirements
Read Carefully: Only Artists Who Meet All Criteria Will Be Considered.
Gridlock Academy is a performance-driven, strategic development program. We invest in artists who are already treating their career like a business. If you do not meet every one of the following requirements, we respectfully ask that you do not apply at this time.
Minimum Requirements for Entry
Release Cadence
Minimum 6 music releases per year
At least 1 official release in the last 90 days
2. Content Output
Post at least 3 times per week (reels, TikToks, live clips, BTS, etc.)
Content must align with your brand and build audience engagement
3. Streaming Activity
At least 5,000 monthly listeners on Spotify (or equivalent)
Minimum one track with 5,000+ lifetime streams
4. Social Presence
2,500+ followers on one major platform (IG, TikTok, or YouTube)
Public-facing profile with consistent, professional presentation
5. Performance Proof
Include at least one live performance video or tour content clip
Bonus: Footage from ticketed shows, festivals, or tour stops
6. Professional Materials
Submit a press kit (EPK or portfolio link)
Include press-quality photos, branding assets, and links
7. Mindset & Availability
Open to deadlines, coaching, and structured development
Not currently under exclusive management
If You Do NOT Meet These Requirements:
We encourage you to build and return once ready. Gridlock Academy is not an entry-level coaching program—it’s a proving ground for elite career growth.
Final Step Before Proceeding:
Make sure that you meet ALL of the above requirements and am ready to be held to a high-performance standard.