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Battle of the Bands – Music in May Grand Closing Party

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Battle of the Bands – Music in May Grand Closing Party

Venue: The Leas Bandstand, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2EB
Competition Time: 14:00 – 18:00
We’re on the hunt for the next big band! Eight finalists will battle it out for a coveted spot to perform at one of Kent’s premier festivals—Blue Reef Festival in Maidstone.
Meet the Judges:

John Wingate– Blue Reef Festival
Gill Tee– Black Deer Festival
Chris Smith– FMT (formerly The Chambers)

Competition Details:

Each band performs 3 songs
Original music preferred, but creative covers are welcome
Featuring standout performers from the Music in May Busking Programmeand special guest appearances

Want to Enter?
Submit your band/artist details, including a bio, videos, music links, and social media profiles to: botb@folkestonemusic.co.uk
Come cheer for your favourites and help us crown the next big act!
The closing date for applications is 31st March 2025. The 8 selected finalists will be contacted by 30th April.

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