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    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

    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 David Gondoly, left, Todd Best and Michelle Carravallah rejoice after winning The Detroit News Battle of the Bands.

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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Judging will be by the public.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. Prizes not redeemable for cash.
  13. 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).

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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 reveals to "20/20's" Diane Sawyer what happened with ex-boyfriend Chris Brown.

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'

The pop star opened up to ABC News' Diane Sawyer on "Good Morning America" Thursday. The full interview, Rihanna's first since being assaulted in February by her then-boyfriend Chris Brown, airs Friday on the network's "20/20."

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

14 Chaplin's Comedy Club features regional comedians like Fred Potter of Lansing.

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'

No Doubt performs at the F1 Rocks concert in Singapore. The band sued Activision Publishing over a feature in the new "Band Hero" game that allows players to control virtual band members and have them sing other artists' songs.

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

"Avedon Fashion Photo- graphs 1944-2000" is at the DIA.

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 legends Berry Gordy, left, the record label's founder, and Stevie Wonder will participate in Motown festivities.

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

A DSO spokesperson said Leonard Slatkin has canceled dates in Prague and Pittsburgh, but not locally.

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

Slatkin

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

    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 David Gondoly, left, Todd Best and Michelle Carravallah rejoice after winning The Detroit News Battle of the Bands.

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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Judging will be by the public.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. Prizes not redeemable for cash.
  13. 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

    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 David Gondoly, left, Todd Best and Michelle Carravallah rejoice after winning The Detroit News Battle of the Bands.

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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Judging will be by the public.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. Prizes not redeemable for cash.
  13. 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

    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 David Gondoly, left, Todd Best and Michelle Carravallah rejoice after winning The Detroit News Battle of the Bands.

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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Judging will be by the public.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. Prizes not redeemable for cash.
  13. 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).

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    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

    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 David Gondoly, left, Todd Best and Michelle Carravallah rejoice after winning The Detroit News Battle of the Bands.

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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Judging will be by the public.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. The sponsors are not responsible for late, illegible, misdirected, or incomplete entries.
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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.
  11. 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.
  12. Prizes not redeemable for cash.
  13. 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).

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Nominations were open March 1 to March 22.

Competition
  • All entries voted on from March 31 to April 5.
  • Top 32 entries voted on from April 7-12.
  • Top 16 entries voted on from April 14-19.
  • Top 8 entries voted on from April 20-26.
  • Finals: Top 4 entries voted on from April 27 to May 3.
  • Winner announced the week of May 5.
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