Who will perform at iHeart’s Jingle Ball Village, get mentored by Grammy Winners and Win $10,000? You decide!
Michael V. Doane
Must finish first in their group to advance to the Semifinals.
BONUS MENTORSHIP OPPORTUNITY Must be first in their group on Monday, 11/16 at 11:59 PM ET / 8:59 PM PT for a chance to be selected for a one-on-one mentorship with Kevin Jonas Sr. (The Jonas Brothers, Demi Lovato).
Voting for this round ends on November 19, 2026 at 10:00 PM EST
About Michael V. Doane
Michael V. Doane is a singer, songwriter, composer, actor, producer & director whose career spans Broadway, national & European tours, indie music & film. A lifelong musician and storyteller, he creates original music across all genres.
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What makes you the Next Music Star?
Music has always been in my bones. I'm incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to make music, perform, and tell stories throughout my life. From Broadway and national and European tours to writing and recording my own songs, every experience has deepened my love for this art form. Music is more than a career to me; it's a part of who I am. I love bringing melodies and stories to life, exploring different genres, and creating music that connects with people emotionally.
What do you love about music and performing?
Almost every joyful or sad experience in life is felt more deeply through music. That's why I've loved it since I was little. Music has always helped me connect with emotions, memories, and the world around me. And performing? It's like breathing to me! I was born a ham, and I remain one to this day. 😊 There's nothing quite like sharing that energy with an audience and making people feel something through music and performance.
Who are your biggest music inspirations and dream collaborators?
My musical inspirations are wonderfully eclectic: early Elton John, Dan Fogelberg, Aretha Franklin, Barbra Streisand, the Carpenters, Charlie Rich, Ronnie Milsap, Pat Benatar, and just about every drop of '70s classic rock. Each has influenced my love for music in a different way. My dream collaborator? There are too many to choose just one, but I've always dreamed of producing an album for Barbra Streisand. I'd take a simpler, more intimate approach than much of her earlier work: piano and acoustic guitar-driven arrangements, her own layered harmonies, and lots of gospel-inspired oohs and ahhs. Her first album came out in 1963, and her voice and artistry still sound extraordinary. Imagine getting to create something new with a legend like that!
What would you do with the $10,000 Grand Prize?
I would be incredibly grateful for this opportunity and would use the $10,000 as a springboard toward a dream I've carried for some time: opening a performing arts school for children. Inspired by my own children and my experiences teaching in local elementary schools, I'd love to create a place where little ones can discover the joy of music, build confidence, express themselves, and let their imaginations soar. Music has given me so much throughout my life, and there's nothing more rewarding than passing that love on to the next generation. This prize would help me take a meaningful first step toward turning that dream into reality.
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