OCALA, FL (352today.com) – Are you ready to take your band from the garage to the big stage? 92.5/95.5 Wind-FM’s Battle of the Bands is back, and this is your chance to showcase your talent! Until March 6th, bands can submit their performance videos for a shot at the ultimate prize: $600 cash and a professionally produced song and music video by Recording Ranch!
How It Works
The competition will take place in four phases:
- Submission Phase (Feb. 25 – March 6) – Bands must submit a 5-minute (or shorter) video to windfm.com/contests. A copyright release form is required for eligibility.
- Preliminary Voting (March 7 – March 16) – Public voting begins! Fans can vote once per day to help their favorite band advance.
- Finalist Prep (March 17 – April 18) – The top three bands will prepare for their live performance at the Brick City Beer & Wine Festival on April 19th.
- Final Voting (April 19) – A panel of community judges will determine the ultimate winner!
Prizes
- 1st Place: $600, a recorded song, and a professional music video.
- 2nd Place: $300.
- 3rd Place: $100.
This competition is open to Florida residents 21 and older. Don’t miss your chance to rock the stage—submit your entry today!
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