Information for Participating Bands

Backline Provided:

• We will be providing drum backline, but not cymbals.

• Drum specs are a 22x16” kick, 12x10” rack tom, 16x16 floor tom, and a 14x6.5” snare.

• There will be stands for hi-hat two crash and one ride cymbal provided

• A DW9000 kick pedal will be available if drummers do not wish to bring their own.

• If a drummer wishes to bring their own gear, setup and teardown that lasts beyond the allotted time will come from their set time

• Guitar and bass must bring their own amps, cabinets, and pedal setups

• The sound technician will be equipped to handle DI connections for bass and will mic cabinets at changeover

• Keys, loopers, etc. should specify how many mono and stereo inputs the sound technician will need to include in the mix

• Horns, brass, and other acoustic instruments without pickups should also be specified by the artist, so the sound technician can be prepared with appropriate mic options

• Bands and solo acts should also specify how many vocal positions they will need for their set

Selection Criteria:
Our judges will be evaluating the bands and solo acts on the following criteria:

• Musicality

• Technique

• Professionalism 

• Accessibility

• Originality

• Audience reaction

• Presence   

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