SoundSnobs Karaoke Celebrates TOP PLACEMENTS of USKA U.S. Open Qualifier #1 at Rising Tides
All contestants and staff members.
Dallas, TX – March 21, 2026 — SoundSnobs Karaoke proudly hosted Qualifier #1 of the United States Karaoke Association (USKA) U.S. Open at Rising Tides, delivering an electrifying night of talent, competition, and standout performances.
With a full lineup of contestants across multiple genres, the event brought together some of the area’s strongest vocalists, each competing for top placement and advancement in the prestigious USKA U.S. Open competition.
After an intense evening of performances and judging, the following contestants earned top placements in their respective divisions:
Top Placements by Category:
Men’s Divisions
Pop
1st Place: Carlos Martinez
2nd Place: Sonny Nguyen
Rock
1st Place: JR Anez
2nd Place: Wim Bens
Country
1st Place: Scott Jones
2nd Place (Tie): Hector Ruiz Jr. & Keith Martin
Showtunes
1st Place: Jonathan Oefelein
Women’s Divisions
Pop
1st Place: Angeline Hogue
2nd Place: Rickitha Dorsey
Rock
1st Place: Angeline Hogue
2nd Place (Tie): Jayci Molnar & Robin Willis
Country
1st Place: Angeline Hogue
2nd Place: Amie Anderson
Showtunes
1st Place: Angeline Hogue
2nd Place: Sydnee Hawkins
These top-performing contestants have secured their positions to advance further in the USKA competition, moving one step closer to the national stage.
“The level of talent at this qualifier exceeded expectations,” said DJ Rich of SoundSnobs Karaoke. “From vocal control to stage presence, these performers brought everything they had. This is what competitive karaoke is all about.”
The evening also featured a special performance by reigning world champion Beau Autin, whose appearance added an extra level of excitement and inspiration for competitors and audience members alike.
SoundSnobs Karaoke continues to elevate the karaoke experience by creating a space where performers can compete, grow, and shine on a professional level.
Will There Be More Opportunities to Place?
Absolutely. Contestants will have one final opportunity to compete at Rising Tides, as SoundSnobs Karaoke hosts Qualifier #2 — the final qualifier for this location — on April 18th.
This last chance qualifier will determine the remaining advancing contestants for the United States Karaoke Association (USKA) U.S. Open, giving both new and returning competitors another shot at securing a top placement and moving forward in the competition.
Contestants who did not place in Qualifier #1 are encouraged to try again; however, all contestants must re-register online to compete in the second qualifier.
Spots are expected to fill quickly as singers look to make their mark before the competition advances to the next stage.
This is the final opportunity to qualify at Rising Tides—miss it, and your shot at advancing through this location is gone.
For more information about upcoming events, visit:
https://www.soundsnobskaraoke.com
About SoundSnobs Karaoke
SoundSnobs Karaoke is a Dallas-based premier karaoke entertainment company known for high-energy shows, professional sound, and a thriving community of performers ranging from casual singers to national-level competitors.
About the United States Karaoke Association (USKA)
The United States Karaoke Association promotes karaoke as a respected performance art and provides competitive opportunities for singers nationwide.
