Monday, November 09, 2009
Battle of the Bands 2007
Middle school rockers win Detroit News Battle of the Bands
It seemed every one of the nearly 700 people who attended the third annual Detroit News Battle of the Bands seemed to have a favorite group, and when polled, people were certain which group would take home the top prize. - 03/31/2007
- Video: The Displays perform at the State Theatre
- Video: Detroit News Battle of the Bands awards ceremony
- More video of the performances
- Gallery: 2007 Battle of the Bands
- Audio: Andrew Hecker, 13, of The Displays: 'We're ecstatic'
- Audio: Brandon Mallon, 14, of The Displays: 'It was a good experience'
- Audio: 'Baby Steppin All Over You,' by The Displays
Battle of the Bands 2006
Battle hits crescendo for The Red Rocks
In a tightly fought contest, Clawson rockers The Red Rocks grabbed first place in The Detroit News' 2006 Battle of the Bands on Saturday at the State Theatre in downtown Detroit. - 02/10/2008
Sonic Summer 2005
Killer Flamingos strut to Sonic Summer victory
Killer Flamingos flew to the top of The Detroit News Sonic Summer contest Saturday at the Chrysler Arts, Beats & Eats festival. - 09/05/2005
Official Rules
The Detroit News Battle of the Bands official rules and requirements
- All federal, state, local and municipal laws and regulations apply. Void where prohibited. The contest is open to full-time high school students who have not exceeded the 12th grade. Bands must be comprised of high school students with one exception allowed. All band members must be 13-18 as of May 2008.
- Compose and perform your best music. Original material only will be accepted. Lyrics must be suitable for all audiences and for reprint in The Detroit News . You must upload 1-3 songs not exceeding 15 minutes in length.
- To be considered for performance in the Battle of The Bands, follow the instructions on how to upload your songs, band information and pictures (if you have them). All entries must be received by March 22.
- Judging will be by the public.
- By entering the contest, each winner consents to allow the use of his/her name and/or photograph for advertising this or similar promotions without further compensation.
- Employees of The Detroit News, Detroit Media Partnership the contest sponsors, advertising agencies and members of the employee's immediate families are not eligible to participate.
- The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
- Sponsors and co-sponsors are not liable for incorrect directions or misinformation provided as a result of printing errors or presented in print or verbally by employees of The Detroit News.
- The prize winner is solely responsible for all taxes levied or assessed on the prize. The winner will be required to show identification and if necessary, proof of age. No substitution of prizes is offered, no transfer of the prize to a third party is permitted and non-cash prizes may not be redeemed for cash value.
- The Detroit News reserves the right to substitute any prize(s) of like value in the event that described prize(s), or any portion thereof, are unavailable for any reason whatsoever.
- By entering, winners release The Detroit News and affiliated companies and sponsors from any responsibility or liability in connection with any injuries, losses, or damages of any kind, including death, caused by or resulting from the acceptance, possession or usage of any prize awarded hereunder.
- Prizes not redeemable for cash.
- Winners will be notified by telephone or email on or before May 16, 2008.
Copyright Notice
© Copyright 2008 The Detroit News.
"Lennon" and "John Lennon" are trademarks of Yoko Ono Lennon.
All artwork Yoko Ono Lennon. Licensed exclusively through Bag One Arts, Inc.
For more information please e-mail us at battleofthebands@detnews.com (please put "Battle of the Bands" in the subject line).
Viewpoints
Words & Music: Susan Whitall
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Adam Graham: See update below.
Eminem is set to return to the big screen for the first time since 2002's "8 Mile" with "Shady … Continued
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- [video] Ke$ha - TiK ToK - 11/04/2009
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NPR Series: Song of the Day
- Visqueen: A Ferocious Song Of Devotion - 11/06/2009
- The xx: The Sounds Of Gothic Soul - 11/05/2009
- Vijay Iyer Trio: Jazz At Its Finest And Friskiest - 11/04/2009
- The Ettes: Pop And Punk, Packing A Wallop - 11/03/2009
- Screen Vinyl Image: The '80s In Hindsight - 11/02/2009
AP Headlines
Music
- New York City Opera revives 'Esther' _ and itself - 11:08 AM
- Honolulu Symphony cancels remaining 2009 concerts - 12:12 AM
- Rihanna: Chris Brown 'had no soul in his eyes' - 11:04 PM
- NYC's Village Gate club owner, Art D'Lugoff, dies - 09:23 PM
- Joe Jackson seeks stipend from Michael's estate - 08:18 PM
- Judge stops 2 Web sites from selling Beatles songs - 06:56 PM
- Broadway finds its 'Spider-Man' in Reeve Carney - 06:18 PM
- R&B singer Usher's divorce from his wife is final - 03:26 PM
- A&E: Reality show about Jacksons premieres Dec. 13 - 02:29 PM
Atlanta church choir voted best in nation
Detroit -- The Atlanta West Pentecostal Church Choir was voted "Best Church Choir in America" Saturday evening at the "How Sweet The Sound" choir competition at Joe Louis Arena. - 11/08/2009
'Best Church Choir' competition at Joe Louis
Detroit -- Choirs from around the county will raise the roof at Joe Louis Arena and vie for a $25,000 prize today as they compete for the title of "The Best Church Choir in America." Gospel Grammy award-winning singer/songwriter Donald Lawrence, who hosts the event, said the choirs will be judged on technical merit, originality, stage presence and tone quality. - 11/07/2009
Rihanna sends fans message about domestic violence
Rihanna has a message for young girls going through domestic violence issues: (Expletive) love. - 11/06/2009
DSO drops ticket price for 37/11 members
The Detroit Symphony Orchestra's 37/11 discount program gets a boost throughout the month of November. Normally, the club allows anyone 37 or younger to obtain selected DSO tickets for just $11. (The Max M. Fisher Music Center's address is 3711 Woodward Ave., in case you were wondering how they came up with those numbers.) For this month, however, tickets will be $5 instead of $11. - 11/06/2009
At 68, Bob Dylan is still busy being born
We may resolve to quit him like a fickle lover after he's delivered a lackluster live show, but we know that the next time he might blast us out of our seats, he's so good (from all reports that's the Dylan we'll see Friday night at the Fox Theatre). - 11/05/2009
Rihanna: Going back to Brown sent 'wrong message'
Rihanna has a message for young girls going through domestic violence: "F love." The pop star opened up to ABC News' Diane Sawyer on "Good Morning America" Thursday. - 11/05/2009
Lions' Turkey Day halftime show goes Motown
The NFL and the Detroit Lions will pay tribute to Motown Records this Nov. 26 -- no, they're not going to sign up Marvin Gaye posthumously. The Motown star, convinced he could help the Lions, tried out for the team in 1970 but was firmly rebuffed by coach Joe Schmidt after a punishing practice. - 11/05/2009
Chaplin's still yuks it up at 24
Chaplin's Comedy Club in Clinton Township has been providing live comedy on the east side for nearly a quarter of a century. Plus, upcoming beer and wine events, including the Grand Rapids International Wine & Food Festival. - 11/05/2009
No Doubt sues video game maker over 'Band Hero'
Los Angeles -- No Doubt on Wednesday sued video game maker Activision for putting words in band members' mouths. - 11/05/2009
Aretha Franklin to sing at Motown gala
The Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin will perform the Motown Historical Museum's Nov. 21 gala at the Detroit Marriott hotel, museum officials announced Thursday. - 11/05/2009
Diversions
What's goin' on in Metro Detroit this week
Read on for our picks among big shows and other offerings for music, the arts and more. - 11/05/2009
50 years of Motown
Motown fever: The party gets a restart with stars coming out to raise funds for the museum, celebrate record label
Motown's 50th anniversary year started with a bang last January, slowed down a bit in the spring, then sputtered to a halt with the sudden death of Michael Jackson in late June. Celebrating while mourning the death of one of Motown's iconic stars didn't seem quite right. - 11/04/2009
DSO's Leonard Slatkin is OK after heart attack
Leonard Slatkin, music director of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, was recuperating in a Netherlands hospital Tuesday after suffering a heart attack while conducting the Rotterdam Philharmonic on Sunday night. - 11/04/2009
John Mayer coming to The Palace
John Mayer will soon be doing "Battle" in Auburn Hills. - 11/04/2009
DSO's Leonard Slatkin recovering after heart attack
Leonard Slatkin, music director of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, is recuperating in a Netherlands hospital this morning after suffering a heart attack while conducting the Rotterdam Philharmonic on Sunday night. - 11/03/2009
Battle of the Bands 2007
Middle school rockers win Detroit News Battle of the Bands
It seemed every one of the nearly 700 people who attended the third annual Detroit News Battle of the Bands seemed to have a favorite group, and when polled, people were certain which group would take home the top prize. - 03/31/2007
- Video: The Displays perform at the State Theatre
- Video: Detroit News Battle of the Bands awards ceremony
- More video of the performances
- Gallery: 2007 Battle of the Bands
- Audio: Andrew Hecker, 13, of The Displays: 'We're ecstatic'
- Audio: Brandon Mallon, 14, of The Displays: 'It was a good experience'
- Audio: 'Baby Steppin All Over You,' by The Displays
Battle of the Bands 2006
Battle hits crescendo for The Red Rocks
In a tightly fought contest, Clawson rockers The Red Rocks grabbed first place in The Detroit News' 2006 Battle of the Bands on Saturday at the State Theatre in downtown Detroit. - 02/10/2008
Sonic Summer 2005
Killer Flamingos strut to Sonic Summer victory
Killer Flamingos flew to the top of The Detroit News Sonic Summer contest Saturday at the Chrysler Arts, Beats & Eats festival. - 09/05/2005
Official Rules
The Detroit News Battle of the Bands official rules and requirements
- All federal, state, local and municipal laws and regulations apply. Void where prohibited. The contest is open to full-time high school students who have not exceeded the 12th grade. Bands must be comprised of high school students with one exception allowed. All band members must be 13-18 as of May 2008.
- Compose and perform your best music. Original material only will be accepted. Lyrics must be suitable for all audiences and for reprint in The Detroit News . You must upload 1-3 songs not exceeding 15 minutes in length.
- To be considered for performance in the Battle of The Bands, follow the instructions on how to upload your songs, band information and pictures (if you have them). All entries must be received by March 22.
- Judging will be by the public.
- By entering the contest, each winner consents to allow the use of his/her name and/or photograph for advertising this or similar promotions without further compensation.
- Employees of The Detroit News, Detroit Media Partnership the contest sponsors, advertising agencies and members of the employee's immediate families are not eligible to participate.
- The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
- Sponsors and co-sponsors are not liable for incorrect directions or misinformation provided as a result of printing errors or presented in print or verbally by employees of The Detroit News.
- The prize winner is solely responsible for all taxes levied or assessed on the prize. The winner will be required to show identification and if necessary, proof of age. No substitution of prizes is offered, no transfer of the prize to a third party is permitted and non-cash prizes may not be redeemed for cash value.
- The Detroit News reserves the right to substitute any prize(s) of like value in the event that described prize(s), or any portion thereof, are unavailable for any reason whatsoever.
- By entering, winners release The Detroit News and affiliated companies and sponsors from any responsibility or liability in connection with any injuries, losses, or damages of any kind, including death, caused by or resulting from the acceptance, possession or usage of any prize awarded hereunder.
- Prizes not redeemable for cash.
- Winners will be notified by telephone or email on or before May 16, 2008.
Copyright Notice
© Copyright 2008 The Detroit News.
"Lennon" and "John Lennon" are trademarks of Yoko Ono Lennon.
All artwork Yoko Ono Lennon. Licensed exclusively through Bag One Arts, Inc.
For more information please e-mail us at battleofthebands@detnews.com (please put "Battle of the Bands" in the subject line).
Battle of the Bands 2007
Middle school rockers win Detroit News Battle of the Bands
It seemed every one of the nearly 700 people who attended the third annual Detroit News Battle of the Bands seemed to have a favorite group, and when polled, people were certain which group would take home the top prize. - 03/31/2007
- Video: The Displays perform at the State Theatre
- Video: Detroit News Battle of the Bands awards ceremony
- More video of the performances
- Gallery: 2007 Battle of the Bands
- Audio: Andrew Hecker, 13, of The Displays: 'We're ecstatic'
- Audio: Brandon Mallon, 14, of The Displays: 'It was a good experience'
- Audio: 'Baby Steppin All Over You,' by The Displays
Battle of the Bands 2006
Battle hits crescendo for The Red Rocks
In a tightly fought contest, Clawson rockers The Red Rocks grabbed first place in The Detroit News' 2006 Battle of the Bands on Saturday at the State Theatre in downtown Detroit. - 02/10/2008
Sonic Summer 2005
Killer Flamingos strut to Sonic Summer victory
Killer Flamingos flew to the top of The Detroit News Sonic Summer contest Saturday at the Chrysler Arts, Beats & Eats festival. - 09/05/2005
Official Rules
The Detroit News Battle of the Bands official rules and requirements
- All federal, state, local and municipal laws and regulations apply. Void where prohibited. The contest is open to full-time high school students who have not exceeded the 12th grade. Bands must be comprised of high school students with one exception allowed. All band members must be 13-18 as of May 2008.
- Compose and perform your best music. Original material only will be accepted. Lyrics must be suitable for all audiences and for reprint in The Detroit News . You must upload 1-3 songs not exceeding 15 minutes in length.
- To be considered for performance in the Battle of The Bands, follow the instructions on how to upload your songs, band information and pictures (if you have them). All entries must be received by March 22.
- Judging will be by the public.
- By entering the contest, each winner consents to allow the use of his/her name and/or photograph for advertising this or similar promotions without further compensation.
- Employees of The Detroit News, Detroit Media Partnership the contest sponsors, advertising agencies and members of the employee's immediate families are not eligible to participate.
- The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
- Sponsors and co-sponsors are not liable for incorrect directions or misinformation provided as a result of printing errors or presented in print or verbally by employees of The Detroit News.
- The prize winner is solely responsible for all taxes levied or assessed on the prize. The winner will be required to show identification and if necessary, proof of age. No substitution of prizes is offered, no transfer of the prize to a third party is permitted and non-cash prizes may not be redeemed for cash value.
- The Detroit News reserves the right to substitute any prize(s) of like value in the event that described prize(s), or any portion thereof, are unavailable for any reason whatsoever.
- By entering, winners release The Detroit News and affiliated companies and sponsors from any responsibility or liability in connection with any injuries, losses, or damages of any kind, including death, caused by or resulting from the acceptance, possession or usage of any prize awarded hereunder.
- Prizes not redeemable for cash.
- Winners will be notified by telephone or email on or before May 16, 2008.
Copyright Notice
© Copyright 2008 The Detroit News.
"Lennon" and "John Lennon" are trademarks of Yoko Ono Lennon.
All artwork Yoko Ono Lennon. Licensed exclusively through Bag One Arts, Inc.
For more information please e-mail us at battleofthebands@detnews.com (please put "Battle of the Bands" in the subject line).








