Preparations are underway for the 2027 Dayton Battle of the Bands, and local musicians are encouraged to apply to participate in the early winter competition held at the Brightside in downtown Dayton.
Bands and solo artists within an approximately 35 mile radius of downtown Dayton are eligible, including those from Middletown, Piqua and Springfield. All genres are considered, but bands must perform original music as part of the competition. Cover bands are not eligible.
Preliminary competition rounds, typically organized by genre, take place on Thursdays beginning January 21. The finale is Saturday, March 13.
Prizes include a photography session for all participating musicians, a professionally produced live performance video for finalists and an EP recording session for the champion.
Past winners include crasbwithoutlegs, Empire Pool and Paid Leave.
Learn more about eligibility and how to apply at https://www.daytonbattleofthebands.com/. Applications are open now through October 25.
