Battle of the Bands 

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

• Bands must have 3 or more members in order to compete.
• Absolutely NO Lip-syncing or tracking vocals.
• Bands must complete registration form and submit required video by due date to be considered for competition. Video must include at least 2 songs.

Completed registration forms and videos must be submitted by Monday, May 31, 2021 at 5:00pm.  Participants will be notified if they have been chosen to participate by Friday, June 4, 2021 at 5:00pm. 

Battle of the Bands Registration form

COMPETITION INFORMATION

• Amateur Bands are 18 years old and younger.
• Professional Bands are 18 years and older.
• All bands must bring their own instruments except for drums.
• Drum kit, Microphones and speakers will be provided.
• Band must be set up with sound check within 10 minutes of time slot.
• Band must tear down and exit stage in 10 minutes or less upon completion of set.
• Bands will each have 15 minutes of performance time.
• Any inappropriate language, inappropriate or controversial topics, and or distasteful behavior will result in immediate disqualification from competition. All songs must be appropriate for a family-oriented environment.
• City of Saratoga Springs is not liable for accident, equipment disappearance or damage.

JUDGING

• Music (Clarity, lyrical content and over-all musical performance) 1-10pts
• Stage Presence and Crowd Interaction ( How does the band connect with the audience?) 1-10pts
• Appearance and Personality (Overall look and personality, do you look the part?) 1-5pts
• Crowd Applause (Fan Support) 1-20pts

AWARD INFORMATION

Professional: 1^st Place $1000 / runner up $500. The winner will be invited to play at one of our Summer Event Series concerts.

Amateur: 1^st Place $700 / runner up $300. The winner will be invited to play at one of our Summer Event Series concerts.