Rules

Notice: These rules are subject to change at the discretion of the committee in charge of Battle of the Teen Bands. When changes are made, we will post a notice on the home page of this website.

Rules and Regulations of the Battle of the Teen Bands
(to be held at the Altamont Fair – August, 2010)

  • Age Restriction: The majority (51% or more) of the band members must nineteen (19) years of age, or younger. Performers twelve (12) years of age and younger will only be accepted at our discretion.
  • Bands must complete the registration form and payment by the July 15th August 8th deadline.
  • Our committee reserves the right to accept or deny any band that is deemed ineligible.

Once Registration is Completed:

  • Bands must perform at least two (2) songs, not exceeding a total length of fifteen (15) minutes.
  • Bands must provide their own instruments or make arrangements to use others. We will provide a full back-line including two guitar amplifiers, bass amplifier, five-piece drum set, microphones and sound system.
  • Bands are prohibited from using: (1) any form of pyrotechnic, (2) any equipment that is not used as a musical instrument (example: smoke machine, lighting), (3) any foul, offensive, provocative or inappropriate language, (4) any drugs or alcohol (smoking is also prohibited)
  • Band members must abide by all rules set by the Altamont Fairgrounds.
  • Each band member will receive one (1) pass to enter the fairgrounds as well as one (1) guest pass (to be picked up at 9am at the entertainers entrance, and used on the day of their performance)
    (Day and Time of performance will be scheduled by Management – add.: times will be assigned no later than July 31st)
  • Each band member will receive a t-shirt.
  • Each band will have opportunities to win prizes!