Who will perform at iHeart’s Jingle Ball Village, get mentored by Grammy Winners and Win $10,000? You decide!
Maya
Must finish first in their group to advance to the Quarterfinals.
The next 2 highest ranked competitors will advance to a Wildcard round.
Voting for this round ends on November 8, 2026 at 10:00 PM EST
About Maya
I’m a 16-year-old singer and dancer who loves expressing myself through music. After years of competitive dance, singing awards, I’m ready to share my voice with the world and show that my biggest dreams are worth chasing!
Performances & Content from Maya
“Misty” Ella Fitzgerald
“What was I made for?” Billie Eilish
„I love you” Billie Eilish
„Ciemna nocy” Ernest Bryll & Wojciech Trzcinski
“Wildflower” Billie Eilish
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Learn More About Maya
What makes you the Next Music Star?
I believe what makes me the Next Music Star is my passion for music, my dedication, and my desire to connect with people through my voice. I’m a 16-year-old singer from New York, and music is one of my biggest passions. I’m bilingual in English and Polish, and I love being able to express emotions through music in both languages. With years of competitive dance, singing awards, and the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall and Ritz Theater, I’ve learned how important it is to express emotion and connect with an audience. I want to develop my own sound, bring people together through music, and share something meaningful every time I sing.
What do you love about music and performing?
I love how music can express emotions that words alone sometimes cannot. I enjoy exploring different genres, especially pop, contemporary, jazz, R&B, and soul. Being bilingual allows me to sing in both English and Polish, and performing Polish songs has been an important part of my musical journey. Whether I’m singing a powerful ballad or something more contemporary, I want people to connect with the emotion behind the song. Performing lets me express who I am and share that feeling with others.
Who are your biggest music inspirations and dream collaborators?
I’m inspired by artists like Billie Eilish, Adele, and Sia because of their distinctive voices and the emotion they bring to their music. I also love listening to Kali Uchis, Brent Faiyaz, Deftones, Avenoir, and PinkPantheress because I enjoy exploring different sounds and styles. My dream would be to collaborate with artists and producers who challenge me creatively and help me discover my own sound. I would love to blend elements of pop, R&B, soul, and alternative music while staying true to myself as an artist.
What would you do with the $10,000 Grand Prize?
I would use the $10,000 to invest in my education and my future as a singer. My dream is to attend New York University (NYU), and I would save a significant portion of the prize to help pay for college tuition. I would also invest in vocal lessons, recording music, and opportunities to grow as an artist. My family has always supported my dreams, and I want to make the most of every opportunity I receive. For me, winning would be more than a prize—it would be a chance to build a future where I can pursue both my education and my passion for music.
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