Gray Media Launches Star-Spangled Sing-Off Contest to Celebrate America's 250th Birthday

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Gray Media (NYSE: GTN) launched the Star-Spangled Sing-Off contest on May 1, 2026, inviting solo a cappella performances of The Star-Spangled Banner.

Entrants submit videos on participating local Gray station websites by May 31, 2026. Viewers vote; a final winner is announced July 2 and will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Nashville and a performance airing across Gray markets.

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ATLANTA, May 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Media today announced the launch of the Star-Spangled Sing-Off, a groupwide contest inviting Americans to submit their best solo, a cappella performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" for a chance to win an all-expenses-paid trip to Nashville to film a performance that will air on Gray stations across the country.   The contest opens May 1 at participating Gray Media station websites.

The Star-Spangled Sing-Off is part of Gray's "We the People" initiative, a company-wide celebration honoring America's semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026. Launched in 2025, "We the People" is a multiplatform effort spanning Gray markets to recognize the local commemorations, celebrations and events tied to the nation's 250th birthday.   The campaign showcases hundreds of original stories that connect national history to hometown experiences.

The Star-Spangled Sing-Off builds on Gray's longstanding commitment to a daily airing of the National Anthem, a tradition the company started across its footprint in 2019 and refreshed in 2024 with a new rendition recorded at Gray's Assembly Studios in Atlanta.

To enter, participants must upload a video of a complete, solo, a cappella performance of the National Anthem on their local Gray station's website, where official rules are also available. The submission deadline is Sunday, May 31. After submissions close, viewers will be invited to vote for their favorite local and regional performances, and the final winner will be announced on July 2, just in time for the nation's 250th birthday celebration.

"The Star-Spangled Sing-Off will put the communities we serve on center stage. We're excited to discover and spotlight new talent as the nation comes together to celebrate this milestone in American history," said Sandy Breland, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.

The winning performance will be broadcast across Gray markets later this year. For contest details and to submit an entry beginning May 1, entrants should visit their locally participating Gray Media station’s website.

About Gray Media:

Gray Media, Inc. (NYSE: GTN) is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. We are the nation’s largest owner of top-rated local television stations and digital assets serving 117 full-power television markets that collectively reach approximately 37% of US television households. The portfolio includes 80 markets with the top-rated television station and 100 markets with the first and/or second highest rated television station in average all-day ratings across the 116 of such markets that were measured by Nielsen in 2025. We also own the largest Telemundo Affiliate group with 47 markets and Gray Digital Media, a full-service digital agency offering national and local clients digital marketing strategies with the most advanced digital products and services. Our additional media properties include video production companies Raycom Sports, Tupelo Media Group, and PowerNation Studios, and studio production facilities Assembly Atlanta and Third Rail Studios. For more information, please visit www.graymedia.com.

Gray Contact:

Amanda Curry, Vice President, Marketing, 843-991-7396

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FAQ

What is the Gray Media Star-Spangled Sing-Off contest (GTN) and how do I enter?

The contest is a nationwide a cappella contest for The Star-Spangled Banner; entries open May 1, 2026. According to Gray Media, entrants must upload a complete solo a cappella video on their participating local Gray station website and follow the posted official rules.

What is the submission deadline for the Gray Media Star-Spangled Sing-Off (GTN)?

The submission deadline is Sunday, May 31, 2026. According to Gray Media, videos must be uploaded to participating local station websites by that date to be eligible for viewer voting and the July 2 winner announcement.

What does the winner of Gray Media's Star-Spangled Sing-Off (GTN) receive?

The winner receives an all-expenses-paid trip to Nashville and a filmed performance that will air across Gray markets. According to Gray Media, the filmed performance will be broadcast later this year across the company's stations.

When will Gray Media (GTN) announce the final winner of the Star-Spangled Sing-Off?

The final winner will be announced on July 2, 2026, ahead of the July 4 semiquincentennial celebrations. According to Gray Media, viewer voting determines local and regional finalists before the July 2 final announcement.

Which Gray Media stations are participating in the Star-Spangled Sing-Off (GTN)?

Participating stations are local Gray Media station websites that have opted into the contest beginning May 1, 2026. According to Gray Media, entrants should visit their locally participating Gray station’s website for official rules and submission details.

Will Gray Media broadcast the winning Star-Spangled Sing-Off (GTN) performance nationally?

Yes, the winning performance will be broadcast across Gray markets later this year. According to Gray Media, the winner’s filmed performance in Nashville is scheduled for airing on Gray stations nationwide.