Hard Rock Rising is a worldwide live‑music challenge where emerging artists perform at Hard Rock Cafes across the globe, competing for cash prizes, exclusive opportunities, and international recognition — with fans voting in real time through the Hard Rock Rising app.
Current Highlights
Global Search for the Next Great Artist
• Artists perform live at Hard Rock Cafes worldwide
• Fans vote in real time through the Hard Rock Rising app
• Competitors advance based on fan engagement and performance impact
Limited‑Time Menu — Taste the Sound
• Special Hard Rock Rising‑themed food & drink items
• Available during competition season
Retail Selection — Rep the Stage
• Tees, pins, and classic Hard Rock merchandise
• Celebrating 50 years of live music culture
Competition Nights
Dates
September 2 – 23
Fan Experience
• Attend live performances from emerging artists
• Vote in person via the Hard Rock Rising app
• Influence which artists advance through each round
Tools
• View Performance Dates
• Select Participating Locations
• Enter the Competition
Participating Locations
Global Network
• 150+ Hard Rock Cafes worldwide
• Each location hosts its own performance schedule
• Fans can attend events in their nearest participating cafe
Why Hard Rock Rising Matters
Legacy of Live Music
• 50+ years supporting artists
• Home to countless legends
• Platform for new talent to rise
Fan‑Driven Competition
• Real‑time voting
• Direct impact on artist advancement
• Community‑powered music discovery
Artist Entry
Enter the Competition
• Submit through the Hard Rock Rising web app
• Open to emerging artists worldwide
• Chance to perform live at Hard Rock Cafes