Exciting opportunity for young Tipperary bands in countywide competition

The Tipperary Battle of the Bands is a countywide live music competition that  is sponsored by Clonmel Credit Union.

The competition is designed to give all Tipperary-based bands a high-quality, meaningful performance platform.

With growing interest in band music among young people, this event creates real opportunities to perform live, gain exposure and connect with the local music scene.

The event will celebrate original music, live performance and the strength of the Tipperary band community. Contact tipperarybotb@gmail.com to apply.

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The prizes are - Overall winner - €500 and slot at Chickenstock music festival.

Best original band - slot at When Next We Meet festival and studio time in Gaf Studios, New Inn (the band must play the majority of original music).

Thurles heat winners - slot at Chickenstock.

Clonmel heat winners - slot at Feile Beag.

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Best Social media content - music shop voucher.

Best under 18 band - music shop voucher (sponsored by Mansfield Construction).

The Clonmel heat will be held at Gleesons on Sunday, March 8.

The Thurles heat takes place at Hickeys on Sunday, March 22.