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NM State Fair Karaoke Showcase Registration/Rules
​THE RULES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS

BOLD=VENUE RULING ONLY

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NMSF: New Mexico State Fair/CMO: Call Me Ozz Dot Net LLC

1-You are entering this showcase/competition upon your own free will.

2-Only New Mexico residents are permitted to participate in the NMSF Karaoke Showcase.

3-You understand that the judges will be paid judges in the music industry and they will be judging you on your key, timing, how well you know your song and audience reaction/stage performance. You will be scored in points on a scale of 1-10 for a maximum total of 40 points per judge with a maximum total of 120 in all judges’ count. All scores are final and non-negotiable. The judges will not be of the karaoke community. If a judge does not show up every effort shall be made to acquire a back up judge. If there is not one available, Ozz's assistant shall judge.

4-Exception to the paid judges: during the five weeks of in house pre-qualifications at Dewar’s Pub, the judges are supplied by Dewar’s Pub and may or may not be outside the karaoke community. This may also be the case for any venue hosting an in house competition or qualifying of one singer per night. See the Venue Profiles for details on judges.

5-At The NM State Fair there shall be three judges so there can be 40 points per judge with a maximum total of 120 in all judges count,with an additional 10 points from the sound engineer on microphone control. If a judge does not show up every effort shall be made to acquire a back up judge. If there is not one available, Ozz's assistant shall judge.

6-“What we’re looking for”: We are looking for karaoke junkies! That can sing, that know their song. That keep the fun and excitement in it, and can stage perform to get the audience to interact and get excited as well. We are providing coaches for those who want advice or just need help on their journey. We want you to "Own" the song you are singing. You may ad lib or change words.

7-Unsportmanlike Conduct: The judge’s scores and decisions are final and not negotiable. Any unsportsmanlike conduct such as defiling the competition through social media and such may justify disqualification from any Call Me Ozz endorsed event, including, but not limited to the entire NM State Fair Karaoke Showcase.  

8-The top scores from each night of each venue shall advance to the elimination nights at the N.M. State Fair. 

9-Ties shall be broken by the judges.

10-Signed recording artists are not eligible. This may also include artists that have released recordings and receives monies on them. 

11-KJs may participate in this contest, they may not attempt to qualify at their own venue, they may attempt to qualify at any other venue.

12-Only the singers may be permitted on stage. No additional persons such as backup singers, harmonizers or dancers. The focus is to be kept on the singer.

12-CLARIFICATION:
The key word here is STAGE. This rule was put into place for the Main Pavilion Stage at the NM State Fair. We did not want any singers, harmonizers or dancers on that stage, only the singer. If a singer in a qualification night brings a support team with him or her and they dance while they are singing it is acceptable. For example, a singer singing a country song, and people get up to dance, or any genre of music. It would also be acceptable at the NM State Fair for people to dance on the floor in front of the stage. The judges know how to decipher the quality of the vocals and crowd interaction.

12-Re: Rule Modification/Clarification-Props:
There are no props allowed on stage. This includes but not limited to chairs, air guitars, etc. The focus is to be kept on the singer, the vocals and the stage performance without additional propaganda.

13-Previuos First Place winners are prohibited from competing in all future of the same annual or repetitive Competition.For example, any first place winners from any previous NM State Fair Competitions may not compete again.
All runner ups may compete in future competitions after a two year wait. For example, anyone who competed in previous NM State Fair Competitions may compete again after a two year wait.
First place winners may compete in other competitions. 


14-By Registering you are signing up in advance and holding a spot. You must report in no later than 30 minutes before karaoke start time at that venue. If you late, your spot is in jeopardy of being lost to someone who is on the premises, whom wishes to be in the contest. Any contestant not checked in by the time karaoke begins will be forfeited. (If you are running late, inform us and we will try to work with you.) 

15-No shows or less than available to enter: If there are any no shows or if there are not the number of contestants permitted to sign up the qualification shall go on with those that are registered, and the same amount originally promised to qualify shall still occur. For example; if a venue is set up to qualify 8 out of 20, but only 15 shows up, the qualification will still occur but it will be 8 out of 15.

16-When you register you must provide a phone number we can contact you at for verification. Your registration is not confirmed until we have confirmed it with you via telephone. (This could take up to 7 days)

17-MINORS: Anyone under the age of 18 will require parent or legal guardian consent and release. This form must be filled out and signed on the night of the qualification night and the parent or guardian must be present at all times that the minor is on any premise. 

18-MINORS AGE CLARIFICATION: "Minors" is specified as a person not legal in a drinking establishment. Any person under the age of 21 at the time of audition is considered a minor. If the persons birthday is between the time they audition and qualify and the NMSF they will still perform on the minors date. Minors may only qualify at Marsicos Altamar in Los Lunas and Viva 3 in Belen.

19-Qualification is limited to xx singers per night. If you sign up on line and it's already filled you will be notified and recommended to choose another venue. If you show up to a venue and it's full, you'll be recommended to another venue. You may only register for one venue at a time. When you check in you will be offered a future available venue to have an automatic rollover if you do not qualify that night.

20-On line registration will be available until six hours before the qualifying night/time to begin at a venue. If it starts at 9pm, registration will close at 3pm, at that point you will just have to go to the venue, and sign up as long as there is space. If it is not filled up by 3pm, contestants may register until xx contestants are signed up or karaoke time, whichever comes first. (MODIFIED 4-15-16: Scroll to the bottom for details)

21-If at all possible; two to three non contestant singers will sing first to get any technical difficulties out and to get the sound set.

22-SONG SELECTIONS: 

A-You will turn in your requested song at the time of registration. If the KJ does not have your song you will be notified, you may change your song, or you may contact your KJ and ask if you can download your preferred song or version into their computer. You may change your song up to one week prior to the qualification night, however only one change is permitted. We are not responsible for technical difficulties on your downloaded song, be prepared for a on the spot back up.

B-If you qualify for the NMSF you must submit your (Adults) Showcase Song, Semi Final Song, Final Song and Two Grand Finale Songs by September 1, 2016 and no changes will be accepted after that. Minors: You must submit your showcase song and Two Grand Finale Songs by September 10, 2016, and no changes will be accepted after that. We suggest you submit your song as early as possible to ensure no one else chooses your song.

C-You may sing any song you like as long it falls within the rules, and may sing the same song throughout the entire contest.

D-Only one song per night is permitted between all of the singers. If your song has already been chosen by another singer before you, you must choose another song. Have at least three songs in your repertoire.

23-You may only sign up for one qualification venue at a time. This also includes if you pre-qualify at an in house venue. Once you try to qualify, and you do not advance to the NMSF, you may then sign up for another qualifying venue, subject to availability. 

24-There will not be a block out time for qualifying. You will be in the regular rotation. You must let the KJ know what song you are singing for the qualification. If there are not enough additional singers to fill out the qualification time block a second rotation may begin.

25-Cussing is not permitted at the NMSF. If a cuss word is in the song, it must be omitted or changed. 

25-CLARIFICATION:
In this day and age "Cuss" words are almost every day conversation, however at the NMSF promotes a family atmosphere and cussing will not be permitted at all on the Main Stage or Minors Permitted Venues. This rule is not applicable at the "No Minors Allowed" venues for qualifications. If your song has ANY "cuss" words in it prepare yourself to change them. Listed below are some suggestions:

Damn-Dang
Ass-Butt
Hell-Heck
Fu***-Frick
Bi***-Broad
This is not a limited list. 

26-Duplicate songs are not permitted. If someone else has sung or chosen the song you wish to sing you will have to choose another song.

27-This contest is for individual singers only. No duets permitted.

28-Association with the judges at the competitions is not permitted. Doing so is immediate disqualification. (This is limited to the jurisdiction of the NM State Fair or at the venue at the time of the qualification round.) (See clarification below: April 1,2015)

28-CLARIFICATION RULE #18/APRIL 1, 2015:
During the competition season (April 15-September 18) it is strictly prohibited to “hang out with”, “intermingle with”, “associate with”, “fraternize with”, in or out of any venue or State Fair premises. We understand that chance encounters may occur, and in those circumstances the conversation should be very limited and should not include anything that has to do with the competitions. The judges are also informed not to associate with any of the contestants at any time and if so they will be relieved of their position. If a contestant would like to know how they were judged, refer to rule #45.

28-ADDITIONAL CLARIFICATION OF RULE #18/JULY 3, 2015::
As stated in Rule #18, communication with the Judges is strictly prohibited for ANY reason during the entire season.
Additionally it is prohibited to contact the KJ, the venue or any Call Me Ozz associate for any reason such as placement or song changes (but not limited to these reasons.) As stated in Rule #50, all communication is to go through awards@callmeozz.net

29-You must be present at the time that the announcement is made as to who the qualifiers are. If you are one of the qualifiers, and not present, it will go to the next highest score. 

30-There are many opportunities to qualify. The number of qualifiers each night varies. Ninety Six Adult and Twelve Minors total qualifiers for the showcase. If a qualified singer is unable to attend the elimination round and we are notified in advance, we will choose the singer with next highest score from the venue the cancelling singer qualified from to take their place at the NMSF.

31-If for some reason a venue cancels out, the highest scores from all of the other qualifying venues will replace that venues spots to get the singers that would have come from that venue-If for some reason a venue cancels out, the highest scores from all of the other qualifying venues will replace that venues spots to get the singers that would have come from that venue.

32-If the KJ or the sound engineer makes an error which is determined by the judges to negatively affect the singers score a re-do may be permitted on one of the other nights or the same night of the showcase rounds.

33-If there is a problem on the stage, please calmly walk over to the KJ and explain the problem. The KJ will correct it or take it to Ozz’s assistant for correction. Avoid unsportsmanlike conduct. Protocol is to bring up the next singer while we correct the problem. This may also be the case if the KJ or the Sound Engineer makes a mistake.

34-Showcase rounds shall begin on September 8th, and be every night on September 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15th. There shall be twelve performers each night. After the showcase on September 15th, the judges shall open the scores of all ninety six performers and shall post on the CMO website who the twenty four semi finalists are. These will be the top twenty four out of ninety six scores. They will also be notified via text message and email to return on Friday, September 16th for the semi final round.

35-Semi-Final round shall be held on Friday, September 16th. After the semi final rounds on September 16th, the top twelve shall be posted on the CMO website who the twelve finalists are. These will be the top twelve out of twenty four scores. They will also be notified via text message and email to return on Saturday, September 17th for the final and grand finale round on Saturday,September 17th.

36-The Final Round and Grand Finale shall be held on Saturday, September 17th. Each of the twelve finalist will perform one song. The judges shall determine the top three performers. Each of the top three shall be called on stage to perform two songs in a row. The judges shall determine First, Second and Third Place. Awards and prizes shall be distributed. 

37-The Minors Showcase and Grand Finale shall take place on Sunday, September 18th. Each of the twelve minors will perform one song. The judges shall determine the top three performers. Each of the top three shall be called on stage to perform two songs in a row. The judges shall determine First, Second and Third Place. Awards and prizes shall be distributed. 

38-The qualifying venues are responsible for the prizes at their venues, however they are not required to do so. 

39-Please check your calendar, if you are not able to attend one of showcase nights at NMSF or the semi-final night, final night or the grand finale, please do not sign up. Let's let someone who can be there. 

40-If you qualify for a showcase night, you will receive a pass for your night on the stage. If you qualify for the semi final, final/grand finale you will receive another entry pass to the NMSF but only one for you. You are responsible for any parking or transportation fees. Usually Gate A is free parking. Passes may not be sold or traded.

41-If you qualify to the elimination rounds at the NMSF you may participate in the NM State Fair Parade on the morning of Saturday, September 10th.

42-By entering this contest you are giving CMO, The NMSF and it's affiliates full copyrights to use your name and photos in any and all media and marketing opportunities and giving up any and future rights and royalties from this contest.

43-CMO is contracted by the NMSF to manage this contest. Any special instructions, questions, comments or complaints should be directed to: awards@callmeozz.net. Please do not contact the Venues, KJ's or the NMSF.

44-Entry Fee: None, however we do ask that you financially support the participating venues, by spending at least $10 every time you visit a venue to qualify.

45- SCORES:
You may request to know what your scores are for any one qualification night. You may only know YOUR scores; no other scores shall be disclosed. As stated in the rules all scores are final and non-negotiable. We will not show you what each individual judge has scored you on, we will only show you your score for each category and then a total.

46-Any violation of these Rules, Terms and Conditions could result in being disqualified from the contest. If a person is disqualified, his or her spot may be given to the next person with the next highest score.

47-These rules may change or be modified up until day one of the first qualification night.

48-Force Majeure shall go into effect for any unforeseen circumstance of these rules.

49-CMO, the NMSF and the Participating Venues cannot be held liable for any physical or emotional injuries during the competitions.

​50-COMMUNICATION WITH CALL ME OZZ:

Because of the size of this competition, all communication concerning reservations must be communicated through the website. No verbal or texting changes will be accepted. For your convenience simple buttons for changes are below:

1-TO CHANGE YOUR SONG: Click on the "TO CHANGE YOUR SONG-CLICK HERE" button.

2-TO CHANGE YOUR VENUE: Click on the 'TO CHANGE MY VENUE-CLICK HERE" button.

3-FOR ALL OTHER COMMUNICATION: Click on the "CONTACT US" button.

NOTICE: Only two changes shall be permitted during the entire competition season. No shows will not be permitted to reschedule for the remaining competition season. 

April 15, 2016
MODIFICATION OF RULE #20:

The on line registration for any venue will close down 24 hours prior to the qualification day/time. This is to allow plenty of time to process the registrations. There will be a notice posted on the registration form with the number of spaces available at the time of shut down.

June 10, 2016:

If disqualification or black list occurs for a contestant, the length of time will depend upon the severity of the rules infractions and the remorse of such actions. While rule #7 does not state how long the ban will be in place, it also does not say how long it won't be in place. CMO reserves the right to refuse any registration based on previous actions directly in the NMSF Karaoke Showcase or other events or venues. The lift will be determined by the NMSF Planning Committee.

July 2, 2016:

#5 Additionally:
If a judge does not show up at a venue for an audition night, Ozz’s assistant shall fill in as a judge.

#7 Additionally:
If a member of your party conducts unsportsmanlike conduct you may be disqualified on the grounds of association.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2016:

NOTICE OF DATING ERROR ON RULES FOR MINORS SONG TURN IN: (22-B)

There was an error on the date that minors need to turn in their song by. The rules state they must turn in their song by 3:00pm on September 10th. That should be 3:00pm on September 11th.

​September 3rd, 2016:

Should we find it necessary to disqualify a contestant, these are the actions we will take:

1- We will discuss the situation with the assistant and the coaches
2- Should the assistant and coaches agree that further actions should be taken, we will present this situation to the CallMeOzz planning committee for review.
3- Should the planning committee agree the disqualification will take place, CallMeOzz shall notify the contestant(s) via email with a letter attached
​4- A hard copy will be mailed to the address on file 
5- A disqualified contestant may present an argument to awards@callmeozz.net stating facts why we should not disqualify them. 

The registration form is below, however, please read the RULES, TERMS and CONDITIONS-Please read carefully
Hello and thank you for your interest in the 2016 NM State Fair Karaoke Showcase. All auditions for the 2016 season are now full and concluding on September 1st at Marisco’s Altamar in Los Lunas. We hope to see you at the Fair!

We will open the Open Karaoke registration to the public on Sunday, September 4th. You may sign up to sing in the open karaoke daily from 5:00-5:45pm. Check back then to get signed up!