Battle of the Buskers

Don't miss your chance to win over £10,000 worth of prizes by entering the Battle of the Buskers competition. Showcase your talent and take the stage for an unforgettable experience.

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Win up to £10,000 worth of prizes

The winner will receive:

Year-long residency at McEnaneys / Balmoral Hotel / Millies Gastropub worth £7500 - 50 gigs at £150 per set

Sponsor Prizes - Fender Vintera Ii '60s Stratocaster Electric Guitar & Boss Katana 50 Mkii 1x12" Guitar Amp Combo (or equivalent prize)

PR Package from Juice 103.8 FM worth £2000:

Prime time interview with the winner
Two weeks playlist spot on Juice
Promotion of winner’s first show on Juice

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Three wins to glory

After the application deadline, our judging team will whittle down applications to a 12-artist shortlist who will be invited to take part in our first Quarter Final rounds. Each contestant will have to dedicate 60 minutes of their time to take part in the Quarter Final and Semi-final and 90 minutes in the Grand Final. One winner will be selected from each event and proceed to the next round - winners will be selected via audience vote.

12 Artist Quarter Finals will take place on:

1st Quarter Final: Friday 3rd November 2023

2nd Quarter Final: Friday 10th November 2023

3rd Quarter Final: Friday 17th November 2023

4th Quarter Final: Friday 24th November 2023

6 Artist Semi Finals will take place on:

1st Semi Final - Friday 1st December 2023

2nd Semi Final - Friday 8th December 2023

Head-to-Head Grand Final will take place on:

Grand Final - Friday 15th December 2023

Entries now closed