Homegrown in Austin, Texas, the live music capitol of the world, FameCast was founded in 2006 as an online music talent competition giving independent artists a path to national exposure and major industry opportunities. Since then, FameCast has evolved its contest engine into a pioneering branded-entertainment experience blending user generated content, social media and Buzz Factor™ technology to deliver customized, engaging marketing campaigns for major brands and events. FameCast powers premium branded contests, entertainment properties and digital campaigns that connect the world’s emerging talent with the reach and resources of the world’s leading brands. FameCast programs connect partner brands to a worldwide audience of young, enthusiastic trendsetters and provide artists new, career-building opportunities.