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Route 66 Turns 100: Santa Monica Launches Song Contest Open to Indian Musicians
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🗓 19 Aug 2026, 10:19 PM
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Santa Monica has announced a new song contest to celebrate the centenary of historic Route 66, inviting musicians worldwide, including those from India, to submit original tracks.
Santa Monica has announced a new song contest to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the historic U.S. Route 66. The competition invites musicians from around the world to submit original tracks that capture the spirit of the iconic highway. Indian artists are specifically encouraged to participate, with no restrictions on language or genre.
Entries must be original, not previously released, and should be submitted in MP3 or WAV format by the deadline of July 31. The judging panel will include music producers, historians and representatives from the Santa Monica Cultural Affairs Office.
Winners will receive a cash prize of $5,000, a feature on the Santa Monica website, and a chance to perform at a special centenary celebration event in October. The contest is part of a broader initiative to promote Route 66’s legacy and inspire new artistic interpretations.
Route 66, once known as the “Main Street of America,” has been a symbol of freedom and adventure for decades. By opening the contest to Indian musicians, Santa Monica aims to bring a global perspective to this American icon.
Entries must be original, not previously released, and should be submitted in MP3 or WAV format by the deadline of July 31. The judging panel will include music producers, historians and representatives from the Santa Monica Cultural Affairs Office.
Winners will receive a cash prize of $5,000, a feature on the Santa Monica website, and a chance to perform at a special centenary celebration event in October. The contest is part of a broader initiative to promote Route 66’s legacy and inspire new artistic interpretations.
Route 66, once known as the “Main Street of America,” has been a symbol of freedom and adventure for decades. By opening the contest to Indian musicians, Santa Monica aims to bring a global perspective to this American icon.