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Terms & Conditions
By applying to Battle of the Bands 2026, all bands agree to the following:
Equipment & Setup
Steelworks will provide the following backline equipment:
2 guitar amps
1 bass amp
1 set of drum shells (Drummers must bring their own drumsticks, cymbals and breakables)
1 lead vocal microphone
2 backing vocal microphones
1 keyboard setup
Bands are responsible for bringing:
Their own instruments (guitars, bass, etc.)
Any personal accessories (pedals, cables, stands if required)
All equipment must be handled with care. Any deliberate damage may result in disqualification and liability for repair/replacement.
Performance Rules
Each band will be allocated a set performance time (to be confirmed prior to the event).
Bands must be ready to perform at their scheduled time.
Set-up and pack-down time will be strictly limited to ensure a smooth-running event.
Exceeding time limits may result in points deduction or performance being cut short
Bands may perform original music and/or covers unless otherwise specified.
Performances must be suitable for a general audience including under 18s - so please no swearing
Explicit content is not permitted and will lead to immediate disqualification
Media & Promotion
By entering, bands grant permission for the event organisers to:
Record video/audio of performances
Take photographs
Use band names, images, and recordings for promotional purposes
Judging & Results
Judges’ decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
Judging criteria may include musicality, stage presence, originality, and audience engagement.