Bands to battle in the studio

By Shaun Inguanzo
CALLING all bands – it’s your time to shine and win 12 months of free professional management.
An exciting new battle of the bands competition is gearing up to take place in Dandenong later this year and organiser Shane Harman from The Band Booth is calling for entrants.
The Band Booth is a new rehearsal studio in Brighton Road, Dandenong, and Mr Harman said he was hoping the lure of the battle of the bands competition would not only uncover potential stars, but also raise awareness of his business.
The competition will take on a unique format by utilising all five of Mr Harman’s recording areas with judges moving from room to room to assess entrants and ultimately decide a winner.
Fans of the musical acts will be able to watch them perform live on the acoustic set, he said.
The battle of the bands will take place on 20 October and Mr Harman said he had already taken 15 entries, but was still on the prowl for more bands across the south east.
First prize is a 12-month contract with a professional band manager who will help the bands gain a competitive edge in the music industry.
In addition, the winning band will receive $400 and two free rehearsals at The Band Booth.
Second prize will be $200 cash and one free rehearsal, and third prize $100 cash and one free rehearsal.
Mr Harman said encouragement awards for other bands would be given out on the day.
To take part in The Band Booth’s battle of the bands competition, phone Shane Harman on 0411 460 793 or 9794 7722.