02 / NEW VOICES

The hunt is for what cannot be copied.

A discovery pathway for original singers, songwriters, lyricists, poets, composers, producers, instrumentalists and independent groups.

SSM / FUTURE IN MOTION

Some of the most powerful voices have never entered a studio. They may be singing at home, performing in their community, sharing informal recordings online or writing songs without knowing how to present them to the industry.

Who we want to hear

Singers, bands, instrumentalists, songwriters, lyricists, poets whose work can become music, composers, beatmakers, arrangers, producers and recording professionals are welcome to express interest. We listen for emotional truth, cultural identity and a distinctive personal point of view—not imitation.

Languages belong on the world stage

We encourage original work in Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, English and other regional languages, along with multilingual collaboration. Your culture is not a limitation; it can be your greatest creative strength.

An emerging South Asian singer recording a vocal take
NEW VOICE DISCOVERY

Originality matters more than fame.

Artists do not need representation, industry connections or a polished biography. What matters is commitment, cultural understanding, creative potential and willingness to grow professionally.

  • Share two or three public sample links
  • Introduce your language, discipline and goals
  • Submit only original or properly authorized material
  • Do not send ID, banking or sensitive personal records initially
THE ARTIST JOURNEY

How a submission may become a release.

  1. 01

    Submit

    Share public links, background and artistic goals.

  2. 02

    Review

    A person considers originality, craft and program fit.

  3. 03

    Conversation

    Shortlisted artists may be invited to talk or audition.

  4. 04

    Development

    A written learning or creative plan defines the next step.

  5. 05

    Recording

    Selected projects move forward with clear permissions.

  6. 06

    Release

    Credits, rights and presentation are agreed before publication.

  7. 07

    Promotion

    The story and music are introduced to suitable audiences.

Submitting material does not guarantee selection, recording, representation or release. Decisions depend on artistic quality, originality, available resources and alignment with the initiative’s cultural purpose.

WE LISTEN FOR

Voice—not just volume.

INQUIRY / TALENT HUNT

Tell us what you want to build.

This expression of interest helps HBACF understand future demand. It is not an audition, application, employment offer, artist contract or guarantee of selection.

FOLLOW THE SIGNAL

Music, stories and future announcements.