Isina News

Attention applicants!

We apologize for the delay in reviews, we had a bug with the website and some applications did not go through, we received all of the applications now, and are working on reviewing everyone. If you haven't already, you will receive your review within a couple of days. 

2016 was a difficult year for everyone, but we are standing strong. For 2017 we are planning arrivals, so everything will start functioning the way it was planned. We wanted to make sure that everything was working properly so we can provide the best service possible for all of you! 

We are very grateful to have such a great community of talented people and we will make it work together! 

Sincerely,

ISINA Team

Award-winning producer-mixer-engineer Brian Garcia does it all! From producing to mixing, all the way to the process of taking artists from development and securing them with record deals. He has worked with many artists, labels and producers such as: Avril Lavigne, Kelly Clarkson, Our Lady Peace, Galactic Cowboys, Michelle Branch, Diana Degarmo, RCA, Atlantic, Universal, Sony, Columbia, EMI, and many more.

With a high number of applicants and tracks to go through, you may be thinking that there’s a slim chance yours will even get heard.

Don’t worry because we want to ensure you that your submitted track will most definitely be heard. In fact, we have top level experts on our team who are dedicated to listening to each and every submission. All demos will be judged based on three categories: Individuality, Potential and Artistry. And all applicants will hear back from us with a detailed review of their submitted track. We will give you advice and let you know what you can improve on! We want YOU to succeed and we're here to help!

So what are you waiting for? Sign up now to upload your demo for a chance to earn a spot in our mentorship program. Let us help you shine like the star that you are!

While the idea that music is the world’s universal language may sound cliché, there definitely is some truth to the phrase. Though we don’t speak the same language and cultures may differ in many ways, there are many constants across societies when it comes to music.

Genevieve Skyped with Jessie Michaels one of the few lucky applicants chosen for the sneak peek! Find out more about Jessie's journey with ISINA 

We are happy to announce that the ‪amazing‬ Genevieve Goings will be the host of our ‪ISINA‬ Weekly ‪Vlog‬!!!! The very first vlog is about how to submit to ISINA! 

ISINA is a six-week mentorship program that consists of five departments: Composition, Instrumental, Vocal, Audio Engineering and Guitar. These academic departments are overseen by accomplished industry experts such as: Walter Afanasieff, Kenny G, Kenny “Babyface” Edmonds, Humberto Gatica, Frank Gambale and Paul Oakenfold.

ISINA gives musicians of any genre a chance to get an all-expense paid mentorship. They will help contestants find their true potential talent. The mentorship program is a total of six consecutive weeks, and takes place every three months. Once 30 applicants are selected, each person is officially notified and preparations commence for each ISINA recipient to travel to Los Angeles where they will be provided a unique personalized mentorship. The contestants will get to absorb the creative environment, sing, play, record, rehearse, jam and compose with the mentors, coaches and other musicians.

Read full article here 

We tell you a lot about our applicants and the amazing surprises and treats we have set up for them. Recently one of our vocalist applicants, a talented boy band out of Germany called New District, got to work on their dance moves with famed choreographer Brain Friedman.

Friedman has worked with many artists including Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Mariah Carey and many others. He has choreographed videos, concerts, tours and TV productions. He is also the creative director for The X Factor UK, The X Factor USA and America’s Got Talent.

Needless to say, the boys of New District were in for a treat when they got to work directly with Friedman. We have many exciting things going on at ISINA. Stay tuned for even more big news!