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NATIONAL ANTHEM CONTEST

Sing the National Anthem: Submit Your Audio

As part of the Downtown Concert Series, we select one talented WMMO listener to sing the National Anthem on-stage before Sister Hazel on Sat. April 24th to commence the event!

At this time, the deadline has passed, please check back soon to start voting

Submit Your Audio
Send us your best Anthem recording in Mp3 file format now! Or, if you've entered before, let us know and we'll find your audio!

At this time, the deadline has passed, please chack back soon to start voting

Studio Times
At this time, there is no longer any studio time.

  • March 22nd - April 1st Mon. - Fri. 11am - 5pm

Other Rules & Guidelines

  • DEADLINE: ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST BE IN BY Sunday April 4th at Midnight. Voting will begin on or around the afternoon of Monday, April 5th
  • Entries must be a cappella: No background music! If you are coming into the studio, you will sing a cappella.
  • Please arrive on time: If you don't, you may have to forfeit your appointment due to our high demand.
  • Finalists may have to be chosen before voting begins: Depending on level of response, finalists may have to be chosen before voting begins. In this case, you will not be notified whether you are a finalist or not - submissions will just be posted on voting day.
  • Copies of Recordings: When coming into studio - we cannot provide you with a copy of your recording.
  • Files MUST be in mp3 format or on a CD: If you e-mail us, please send your file in mp3 format. If you bring it in, it must be on a CD. No video, please.
  • Group Acts: You do not have to sing solo. Groups are welcome.
  • All submissions are welcome! There are no age, race, experience, sex, or any other limitations on contest.

Last Winner: Leah Winstanley

Our last winner, Leah Winstanley , was picked by the WMMO audience to get on-stage and sing the National Anthem at the last Downtown Concert Series featuring Collective Soul!!


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What others are saying

  • Congrats
    Congradulations Envangeline! Make us all proud! it was fun submitting to wmmos contest a great radio station. "shes a rocker"
    Http://www myspace.com/micheleannn
    Michele-ann.com/
  • Amy Cairo
    Vote for the voice with the most flavor: AMY CAIRO! You won't regret; she'll do you proud. :)
  • Good Luck!
    Good Luck MicheleAnn! I'm rooting for you! :) I saw some of your youtube videos. You're very inspiring .. you deserve it!
  • Rock Pink
    I am a nurse, singer, I am the face of stage IV breast cancer it would mean a lot to me to sing the anthem representing all the women fighting for their lives, my sisters. I co wrote a song called for Stand Up and Fight for breast cancer and it has been given a honorable mention from billboard magazine. to hear it go to
    myspace.com/micheleannn
  • VOTE FOR DR. PHILLIPS!!!
    Hey everyone! This is the leader of the Dr. Phillips group, "Canta"! Please vote for us as this is so important for our small ensemble as a bonding experience and as performance experience! All the girls have been working so hard for this! Please make our dreams come true!!!
    Kerra
  • Cher
    Disregard last comment I wish everyone good luck in contest,i dont think I sound like cher but thanks for compliment. Noones ev er said that about my voice before. I think I hear quite a few sweet voices in this contest so keep singing and rock pink!
  • Cher I dont think so dont do her stuff
    dont sing anything by cher and dont think i sound like her but i guess if you got to hear the whole song you might have a different opinion. Wishing everyone good luck in the contest. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9BOC6B8o9U
  • Cher?
    Is it just me, or is MicheleAnn a Cher sound-alike?
  • Wow Catherine, way to be rude! It's great that you support James, but the negativity of your post was not necessary. :-(

    Good luck everyone--you all sound great!
  • good luck
    good luck guys! I really don't know why some of you think you are ready to sing on stage but practice makes perfect i guess!
    JAMES SOUTHARD YOU ROCK!
  • Wish all the best of luck
    Wish everyone the best of luck in this fun competition to sing the national anthem. Please remember our military and remember to Rock Pink for all those fighting breast cancer!
  • Alex massey has the most beautiful voice i have ever heard!!!
  • Desiree Wilson
    Shes got the best voice! i dont know what speakers u people have but desiree has the best voice out of EVERYONE who has entered this contest!
  • Vote for SWAGGER!!!
    Swagger sounds cool! I'm voting for them. I'd love to know who they are...has anybody seen them perform?
  • Amazing opportunity!
    Thank you so much Natalie Hagler :) It would be an amazing opportunity to perform on stage with them and I appreciate your input!
  • GO MATT CHANDLER!!!
    That one sounded awesome, and definitely live, like it was a big event or something!
  • looking forward to hearing the winner at the show
    Loved the voice of Caitlin Hannan. Beautiful. Sister Hazel is going to be a killer concert.
  • Liza Clarkin
    please vote for me everyone. i am only 15 and im kind of at a disadvantge here. lol. but thanks! :) good luck to everyone
  • Cool Concert
    This concert will be awesome! Thanks WMMO!!!
  • Congrats Leah
    Congratulations! Sing your heart out!!!
  • Leah is amazing!
    Good luck Leah! The concert is going to be great! :)
  • Congratulations!
    My friends & I are really looking forward to the concert! Congrats!!!
  • Proffesional Singer
    I thought this was for your everyday listeners with a singing voice. But I see it was'nt. Good Luck to Leah Winstanley and her Pro Acting and Singing Career
  • Leah Winstanley
    Leah has a natural, God given talent! She will make us all proud!
  • Congrats Leah!
    You clearly have been blessed with an amazing talent! You deserve it girl!!!
  • YEAH, LEAH
    I knew you could do it!! Now go knock em dead!!
  • Congratulations LEAH!!!
    I'm so glad you won! You're going to be great :)
  • Vote for Suzanne
    This girl has a truly beautiful voice and in my opinion, deserves to sing the anthem.
  • Leah is the best!
    She is the best I have heard!
  • LEAH is Amazing!
    I hope Leah Winstanley wins! Her voice is amazing! Check out her high note!
  • Beamon
    That dudes got a serious voice! I've seen him perform with his band Short Fuse and he not only can sing, but he's a hottie!!!
  • Michelle !!!!!!
    I think Michelle’s rendition is one of the best. Very clear and she can hit The high note. GO MICHELLE!!
  • Wow...so many got it wrong!
    Wow...you're right! Maybe you shouldn't be a finalist if you sing the wrong words!
  • I took the time to listen to everyone...I can't believe how many got it wrong!
  • VOTE for the Right Words!
    Hey WMMO Fans, Please vote for someone who knows the right words! :-) It's "O'er" the land of the free (not "For")
  • Suzanne
    You are terrific, girl. I hope that you go all the way.
  • Beamon Battie
    Great friend of mine, recording doesn't even give the guy justice! Voice is awesome and can put on a performance.
  • Vote for Suzanne!
    If you think Suzi can sing great, you should see how she looks! :-)
  • Cool Todd Andrews
  • Wow! Todd Andrews rocks the beat! He is AWESOME!
  • Please vote for Todd!!!
    Todd is not only a great husband and father, but he has a the ability to draw you in with his singing because his heart shines through so strongly.
  • Todd Andrews is Amazing. He pretty cool.
  • Suzanne
    VOTE FOR SUZANNE KROLL!! This girl has got it goin' on. A voice like an angel.
  • Wow...what a high note!
    Suzanne, you sounds fabulous. It takes alot of guts to go for that high note and you did it beautifully.
  • http://www.myspace.com/GregoryAlexanderOfficial
    Check out this hot! new Artis from Orlando,fl. For more info Visit http://www.twitter.com/GA_ALEXANDER

    - Rock Star
  • Amanda Rohwedder
    Take a listen to this beautiful voice...Amanda is sure to give a worthy tribute to our anthem. God bless the USA!
  • Suzanne Kroll
    This girl is the best!!
  • Kayla Crosby
    I think she has the best voice. I know she is the best!
  • Suzanne...such a beautiful voice...
    I hope that you are selected. You clearly have been blessed with an amazing talent.
  • Beamon Battie
    Nothing fancy, just the way the national anthem needs to be sung! You rock man!
  • SUZANNE KROLL
    I took the time to listen to each contestant not knowing any of them and the one who stands out the most is SUZANNE KROLL
  • SUZANNE KROLL
    I took the time to listen to each contestant not knowing any of them and the one who stands out the most is SUZANNE KROLL
  • SUZANNE KROLL
    I dont know any of the contestants BUT i sat and listened to each one and the one that stands out is SUZANNE KROLL she has the best voice on this list
  • GO AMANDA!
    This girl has got it...vote for Amanda, she will give a stellar performance!
  • Amanda Rohwedder
    Check out Amanda...a truly beautiful voice to honor our country. God bless the USA!
  • Suzanne
    You have a terrific voice. Everyone here has been right...Good luck!!
  • Suzanne Rocks!!
    This contestant has one heck of a voice and deserves to be chosen to sing the national anthem.
  • Suzanne Kroll
    Girl....wow! What an amazing voice you have. You have my vote and I hope to see you up there March 13th.
  • colleene mclarney
    All the people sang good and I applaud you all The one who stood out the most by far was Colleene Mclarney...you rock Colleen.
  • Suzanne
    This girl is so talented. My vote goes to her.
  • Marisa Anderson is amazing!
    Marisa you deserve this! You have the most wonderful voice ever! Thanks for being such a great friend :) P.S. Everyone vote for Marisa! Love you!
  • SPC Erin Elliot
    You Go Girl,Fabulous Voice!!
  • Marisa Anderson
    Good Luck Sweetie...you are the best.
    And your voice is fabulous too !!!!
    Grampa A
  • You go girl!! Your voice is awesome!Alicia your voice is a gift from God....you keep doing your thing and you will make your dreams come true. You are the best from this list of competitors! Best of luck!
  • Marisa Anderson
    Marisa Anderson rocks the National Anthem everytime she sings at Trinity Catholic. VOTE MARISA ANDERSON she is the best.
  • Marisa Anderson
    She is the most best singer I
    She is the best singer I have heard.
  • Marisa Anderson
    Marisa Anderson rocks the website.
    VOTE FOR MARISA ANDERSON
  • Marisa Anderson
    MARISA ANDERSON IS A SUPERSTAR!!!!!
  • Marisa Anderson
    Marisa Anderson rocks the National Anthem everytime she sings at Trinity Catholic. VOTE MARISA ANDERSON she is the best.
  • Marisa Anderson
    VOTE FOR MARISA ANDERSON. She has an amazing voice. She gives chills to the people in the stands at the Trinity Catholic stadium everytime she sings.
  • SUZANNE KROLL
    This is the best one out of all of the contestants. She really needs to be the one picked. Her voice gives people goose bumps.
  • Simply the best!!
    Suzanne K....you have got an amazing voice. No matter what happens here...keep singing. You have a talent.
  • Marissa Anderson
    Marissa...you have a wonderful voice! Good luck...hope to meet you some day...perhaps your Mom and Dad will bring to the Big Apple!
  • Suzanne Kroll
    Suzanne is beautiful inside and out and completely ROCKS! I heard her live and she brought tears to my eyes. What an amazing gift you have Suzanne. You are a GOLDEN CHILD! God bless you.
  • Suzanne Kroll is the best!!!
    Gives you absolutely goosebumps... and would most likely bring a tear to my eye to see her up there!!! Please vote for her!!!
  • Suzanne Kroll
    This hard working mom and great friend who has the most awesome voice and should absolutely get this opportunity to sing our most beloved song in the USA!!!
  • Bethany
    vote for Bethany!!
  • Only 3 make the top cut.
    Suzanne, Candice, and Lauren are by far the best ones, in that order.
  • Only 3 make the top cut.
    Suzanne, Candice, and Lauren are the best 3 on here, in that order.
  • Only 3 make the top cut.
    Suzanne, Candice, and Lauren are by far the best singers on here, in that order.
  • Only 3 make the top cut.
    Suzanne, Candice, and Lauren are by far the best singers on here, in that order.
  • Marissa Anderson
    Everyone vote for Marissa Anderson she is amazing!!!!!!
  • Marisa Anderson
    Marisa what an awesome job!! Congratulations!
  • Anthem Contest
    Suzanne has great natural talent. I hope to see her at the concert this year!!
  • MARISSA ANDERSON
    UNBELIEVABLE VOICE!!!! I haven't heard anybody better.
  • MARISSA ANDERSON
    I HAVE'NT HEARD ANYONE BETTER.SHE IS THE BEST EXCELLENT VOICE.!!!!
  • Loved it!!!
    Suzanne K, your rendition was awesome. Keep it up! You got my vote.
  • By far the Best!!!!!!!!!
    I just listened to Marissa Anderson. She is amazing!!! Got my vote!
  • Suzanne K
    There were so many talented people, but this girl has some chops. Go Suzanne!
  • Marisa Anderson
    THIS GIRL HAS TALENT !!!!
  • Go Suzanne!!
    I have known Suzanne Kroll for years and she can rock it with the best of them!! Go Suzi, Go Suzi!! Woo Hoo!!
  • anthem
    Vote for Bethany she has been singing the athem at different events! recently the orlando convention center.
  • vote for Bethany!She has sang the national anthem all around at different events since she was little. Recently sang it at the orange county convention center for a convention.
  • Suzanne
    Suzanne has got a fantastic voice and doesn't miss a note. She has my vote!
  • Doug Nelson
    I've listened to them all, and this guy can really sing. Great power! I hope to hear him at the concert.
  • Annie Davis
    Check out Annie D music myspace to watch videos
    www.myspace.com/annied93
  • Annie Davis
    Check out this video: National College Fishing Tour Anthem <
  • marissa anderson
    wow!!! who needs american idol! this girl is "the" Idol!!
  • Alicia Black
    OMG!! Alicia, You gave me goosebumps!! I have listen to all the ones on here YOU ARE THE BEST!!! HANDS DOWN!!! They only thing I hated I could not hear the whole song!!! Hopefully I will hear you singing it live!!!
  • Shayna Bayer
    Wow! Check out Shayna's rendition! I hear she is only 13 and in the 7th grade! She has amazing articulation and pitch!
  • Alicia Black
    Vote for Alicia! She ROCKs!!!!!!!
  • Michelle
    I think Michelle’s rendition is one of the best. Very clear and she can hit he high note. GO MICHELLE!!
  • Annie
    Vote for Annie D. She has been singing the Anthem all over Orlando for years. She sings for the Houston Astros every year and many other sporting events around Florida.
  • Annie
    Vote for Annie D. She has been singing the Anthem all over Orlando for years. She sings every year for the Houston Astros and many other sports events
  • Vote for Brian Strean
    Check out Brian Strean who just released his debut EP "Collective Ego" on iTunes and Amazon.

    http://www.myspace.com/acollectiveego
    http://www.myspace.com/ourfutureleaders
  • Contest
    Kayla Crosby is really great! She has my vote!
  • Contest
    Kayla Crosby is really great! She has my vote!
  • "2010" Sing the National Anthem
    This years winner will be "Matt Cater" the very talented musician/model. look out for him and this year up and coming new artis. also be sure to check out my music as well @ http://www.myspace.com/GregoryAlexanderOfficial


    follow me on twitter @ twitter.com/GA_ALEXANDER

    youtube @ http://www.youtube.com/407greg


    peace out and may god bless.

    - Gregory Antwone Alexander
  • Congratz!
    Congratulations to Jamie L. I'm excited for you. I'm bummed, but very happy for you. Knock them dead!!(even though it seems you already have)And Better luck next time to all the contestants!
  • Congrats Jaime!
    Congratulations! Sing your heart out and make us all proud! It was an honor to be among so many talented finalists!
  • YEAH, JAIME
    I knew you could do it!! Now go knock em dead!
  • keyon jones
    best audition on the list!
    pure passion, she sang with a lot of heart
  • Vote Jolene!
    Jolene has the voice to win! Go Jolene!
  • Kristen Johnson
    I played all the contestants demos at work, everyone at the office agrees Kristen Johnson, sang with heart...gave me goosebumps! Loved hearing her sing!
  • Jolene Macleod
    Vote for Jolene Macleod! She is fantastic :)
  • Win with TFG!!!
    A vote for the Token Fat Guys is a vote for world peace, fuzzy bunnies, a bunch of happy puppies jumping all over a little kid, and a bucket full of ice cold Bud Select watching CCR and hearing the Token Fat Guys honor our nation with our rendition of the National Anthem.
  • Teresa Foss
    VOTE FOR TERESA FOSS!!!!!!!!!!
  • Leah Winstanley
    Wow...Leah's high note is fantastic! I listened to all the entries and she blew me away! Vote Leah!
  • LeAnne Ball gave me goose bumps!!!!!!!
    I listened to ever entry, all were fantastic but two gave me that "I want to hear them sing the entire song" feeling. Jamie L and LeAnne B. But if I had to choose...LeAnne is original, sings from the heart and sounds truly AMAZING!!!!!!!!!
  • Jaime Largaespada
    Jaime has a natural, God given talent. I listened to all of the contest submissions, and though some are good, only Jaime gave me goosebumps and made me want to find an American flag to salute. I love my country, and awesome job to Jaime Largaespada!
  • Teresa Foss
    Teresa sang the National Anthem at a South Tampa Chamber of Commerce event and was absolutely excellent! Vote Teresa!
  • Kristen
    Your voice is terrific and you're just starting out.
  • Jamie
    Jamie Largaespada ROCKS!! She will do America proud!
  • National Anthem - Leah Winstanley
    Vote for Leah! Check out her high note! Amazing!
  • thanks wmmo
    vote for Kayon Jones
  • wmmo anthem
    thank you for voting for me.
  • Thank you & congrats!
    Thanks for all your support Orlando. It was truly an honor to be nominated & congrats to Kristin! You'll do a great job tonight;)
  • Singing the Anthem
    So grateful to be grouped with a so many talented singers. Thanks for this opportunity!
  • National Anthem Voting
    Token Fat Guys - They're Gonna Be HUGE!!!

    Thanks for all the support! Live JOLLY!
  • WMMO and National Anthem
    Thank you for voting for me!

    Benjamin
  • National Anthem
    Check out Leah Winstanley's high note! Amazing! Vote Leah!
  • National Anthem - Leah Winstanley
    Check out Leah's high note! Amazing!
  • www.myspace.com/kristensellers

    :)
  • The National Anthem
    Vote for Linda McKenzie
  • National anthem
    Double Trouble are awesome!!!
  • anthem
    Double Trouble are awesome!!!
  • Thanks for your vote...
    Please check us out at www.myspace.com/tokenfatguys.
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