The Northwest's premier 21 and under battle of the bands is back. Now in its 12th year, EMP Museum's Sound Off! supports the local music scene by giving young artists from different backgrounds an opportunity to showcase their work, connect with the larger artistic community and perform live at one of the top venues in the region.
Groups or solo musicians of all genres from Washington, Oregon and British Columbia are encouraged to submit original material for consideration in Sound Off! 2013. Participants are eligible to win valuable prizes including recording time, gear, radio airplay, high profile live performances, and exposure to influential members of the music community. Musicians and bands interested in entering Sound Off! are invited to apply online at EMPmuseum.org. Applications are due Monday, Nov. 5.
A panel of music-industry professionals will review all applicants and select 12 bands to perform live at EMP. Bands will be scored on song composition and arrangement, creativity and originality, technical ability and musicianship. All categories will be equally weighted.
Three semifinal rounds of Sound Off! concerts will take place on February 9, 16 and 23, culminating in a finals show in EMP's Sky Church on March 2, 2013. To learn more, visit EMP's website.
