CLARKSVILLE, TN – Northwest High School is proud to participate in the nationwide Crosley Custom Cruiser Contest, where students from over 200 high schools across the U.S. have transformed the iconic Crosley Cruiser Record Player into original works of art. The Viking/ Northwest community is invited to support our students by voting from Nov. 3-7.
How to vote
- Visit: crosleyradio.com/cruiser-contest
- Browse entries in five geographic regions
- Vote once per day in each region
- Share and encourage community support
Regional winners determined by public vote will move forward to the national judging round. Then, a Crosley panel will evaluate creativity, craftsmanship, and thematic storytelling to select the Grand Prize Winner.
Prizes
- Grand Prize: $2,500 for the school’s art program + up to 25 Cruiser Record Players for the participating students
- 2nd-5th Place: $500 for the school’s art program
- Best Social Media Video: $500 for the school’s art program plus up to 25 Cruiser Record Players for the participating students
The contest promotes hands-on creativity and supports the arts at a time when many school programs face limited funding. It also encourages students to see music not just as entertainment, but as something that brings people together.
“Getting vinyl into the hands of the next generation isn’t just about nostalgia — it’s about giving students a tangible, tactile connection to music,” said Andrea Wellkamp, VP of Product Development and Merchandising at Crosley. “There’s something powerful about holding a record, placing the needle, and really listening. It teaches patience, care, and shared experience. These students aren’t just creating art, they’re becoming part of music culture in a real and meaningful way.”
“We wanted this contest to encourage communities to come together to lift up young artists,” said Keith Starr, President of Crosley. “When people vote, they’re not just choosing a design, they’re showing students that their creativity matters.”