What is Battle of the Bands WISCONSIN?
At Battle of the Bands WISCONSIN presented by Sound Check Entertainment and Throughline Studios and partnering with the Wisconsin Area Music Industry (WAMI), our mission is to empower emerging bands with the tools and resources needed to thrive in the music industry. We provide professional video production, photography, media promotion and recording opportunities, giving artists a platform to showcase their talents and build a strong foundation for future success.
By fostering creativity, collaboration, and exposure, we aim to launch the next generation of Wisconsin’s musical talent into the spotlight
By fostering creativity, collaboration, and exposure, we aim to launch the next generation of Wisconsin’s musical talent into the spotlight
Prizes
- Studio Recording Time at TreeHouse Studios (formerly the Exchange)
- Photo Shoot Session
- Full Music Video
- Summerfest slot for your band
- Rockstar Trophy
in total a $5000 value plus
prizes for 2nd and 3rd place
- Studio Recording Time at TreeHouse Studios (formerly the Exchange)
- Photo Shoot Session
- Full Music Video
- Summerfest slot for your band
- Rockstar Trophy
in total a $5000 value plus
prizes for 2nd and 3rd place
Qualifying Rounds
Jan. 16th - Ope! Brewing Co., West Allis, Wi
Feb. 21st - the Bur Oak, Madison, Wi - SOLD OUT!
March 13th - Maddy's Bar and Music Lounge, Waukesha, Wi
Finale
March 27th - RallyPoint, Oconomowoc
Top 3 bands will receive a Paid Performance
Jan. 16th - Ope! Brewing Co., West Allis, Wi
Feb. 21st - the Bur Oak, Madison, Wi - SOLD OUT!
March 13th - Maddy's Bar and Music Lounge, Waukesha, Wi
Finale
March 27th - RallyPoint, Oconomowoc
Top 3 bands will receive a Paid Performance
Eligibility
All band members must be over 18
Minimum of 2 band members - Max 10
50% of performance must be your original songs
What You Receive for your Entry
Performance video provided to all bands
Performance Photos
Eligibility for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes
Multimedia promotion of your band
Professional critique by industry leaders
1 year WAMI membership
Details
$150 entry fee
$100 entry fee for returning bands from the 2025 BoB.
Limit 10 bands per date/venue
2 song performance
How to Enter
Just complete the entry form below and hit submit.
You will be taken to the entry fee page.
Your enrollment is not confirmed until the entry fee has been received.
All band members must be over 18
Minimum of 2 band members - Max 10
50% of performance must be your original songs
What You Receive for your Entry
Performance video provided to all bands
Performance Photos
Eligibility for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place prizes
Multimedia promotion of your band
Professional critique by industry leaders
1 year WAMI membership
Details
$150 entry fee
$100 entry fee for returning bands from the 2025 BoB.
Limit 10 bands per date/venue
2 song performance
How to Enter
Just complete the entry form below and hit submit.
You will be taken to the entry fee page.
Your enrollment is not confirmed until the entry fee has been received.