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The winning act will walk home with an extraordinary grand prize, including an all-expenses-paid trip to the USA
31 July 2024
| Last updated on 31 July 2024
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Solo acts and groups can submit their auditions until August 12.
Calling all rockstars in the UAE! Think you've got what it takes to own the stage?
Auditions are now OPEN for Jack Daniel's Battle of the Bands 2024 at Barasti in Dubai! JD's is returning with the highly anticipated event and promises to be bigger and better than ever, in their search for the emirates' best musical talents.
Solo musicians and bands across the UAE are invited to submit their audition reels. Shortlisted applicants will have the chance to bring their best riffs, killer vocals, and unstoppable energy to an electrifying stage. Let's see who will rise to the top!
What's the Grand Prize?
On top of earning bragging rights with the prestigious title as 2024's champions of Jack Daniel's Battle of the Bands and joining JD's hall of fame as one of the greatest musical talents in the UAE, the winners will be whisked away on an all-expenses-paid trip to the USA!
During their USA trip, the winners can enjoy studio recording time in Nashville, Tennessee, and tour the famous distillery.
How to Audition for the Battle of the Bands
Both solo artists and bands are welcome to audition - and here's how!
- Record a short clip of your best performance.
- Email the video to: [email protected] with the email subject line - "BATTLE OF THE BANDS 2024".
- Must be submitted by Monday 12th of August, 2024, for a chance to be shortlisted.
Showdown Schedule
Once the artists have been selected, they'll be playing head-to-head in a knock-out competition starting from August 15, every Thursday 8PM at Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort Dubai.
Competition Show Dates:
The series of heats will commence on the following dates.
- Heat 1: Thursday, 15 August
- Heat 2: Thursday, 22 August
- Heat 3: Thursday, 29 August
- Heat 4: Thursday, 5 September
- Grand Final: Thursday, 12 September
"This year’s Jack Daniel’s Battle of the Bands is set to be bigger and bolder than ever before," said Jay Malik, General Manager of Brown Forman MENA.
Malik continued: "As Jack Daniel’s continues to cement its mark in the local music scene, we are proud to continue supporting and celebrating the local talent in the UAE with the Jack Daniel’s Battle of the Bands programme," Malik.
"As Mr. Jack Daniel’s had always said: Every day we make it, we’ll make it the best we can. Together, we are creators helping other creators, and we are honored to be part of the journey," he added.
"We invite music enthusiasts and whiskey lovers alike to join us for an unforgettable experience as we celebrate the power of music throughout the 5 weeks, in search of the best band in the UAE," said Stephane Buchholzer, EAM Culinary and F&B of Destination Mina Seyahi.
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