BELGRADE - Registration is now open for Belgrade’s 2nd annual BATTLE of the BANDS!

Last year’s event was a huge success! Ten bands competed over 2 fun-filled nights of fabulous music in front of a packed house and some AMAZING celebrity judges including Annie Clements, currently on tour with Maren Morris, Thad Beatty of Sugarland fame, Paige Rasmussen of Paige and the People’s band, and two of our favorite’s from Pinky and the Floyd, Luke Flansburg and Jake Flemming.

Our winning bands took home some fabulous prizes from a recording session at Jereco studios to a gig at Music in the Mountains, along with cash prizes, an electric guitar and much more! Many of our bands also enjoyed additional gig opportunities from the publicity and connections they made through participating in the battle. “It was incredible to see all these bands shine up on stage,” said Jessica van Garderen, event coordinator, “but it tugged at my heart even more to hear that False Fiction got to open for Everclear in Butte, Liquid Gnar was invited to play at Big Sky’s first ever Metal in the Mountains and more recently at the ELM, and Emma and the Ledge opened for artists at Music in the Mountains and Pine Creek Lodge. Battle of the Bands turned out to be so much more than a fundraising event and I am so grateful to have played a part in the success of these talented musicians.”

This year’s battle promises to be even better! “We have secured a sweet light and sound system and are putting together some fabulous prize packages for our winners,” says van Garderen. If you want to take your band to the next level now is the time. Register TODAY for your chance in the spotlight! All local bands are encouraged to apply.Bands are not required to attend Belgrade High School (see registration form for rules and other details.)

Event Details:

Belgrade BATTLE of the BANDS
February 23rd & 24th, 2024 at the Belgrade High School Auditorium