Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Battle of Bands Global
Where Cultures Collide, Music Unites
Posted On:
28 FEB 2025 5:02PM by PIB Delhi
Introduction
Following the immense success of The Battle of the Bands, WAVES is now proudly presenting the Battle of the Bands Global. This exciting new initiative is designed to attract a broader audience and introduce younger generations to the rich beauty and diversity of music. As part of WAVES Season One’s Create in India Challenge, in collaboration with Prasar Bharti and SAREGAMA, the event provides an incredible platform for participating bands to showcase their talent.
The World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in its first edition is a unique hub and spoke platform poised for the convergence of the entire Media and Entertainment (M&E) sector. The event is a premier global event that aims to bring the focus of the global M&E industry to India and connect it with the Indian M&E sector along with its talent.
The summit will take place from May 1-4, 2025 at the Jio World Convention Centre & Jio World Gardens in Mumbai. With a focus on four key pillars—Broadcasting & Infotainment, AVGC-XR, Digital Media & Innovation, and Films-WAVES will bring together leaders, creators and technologists to showcase the future of India’s entertainment industry.
The Battle of Bands Global stands as the first pillar of WAVES, focusing on Broadcasting and Infotainment. This international competition is designed to push the limits of creativity and music, while promoting a sense of community, innovation and growth within the industry.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the Battle of Bands Global, please ensure you meet the following eligibility criteria and submission guidelines:
Participation Process
To participate, bands (maximum 5 members, including a vocalist) must submit an original audio-visual performance, showcasing their own music, via the official Doordarshan website. The performance must not feature any existing songs or compositions.
- Video Submission:
- Bands must submit a video (max 2 minutes, 300MB, MP4 format) original piece of music that blends modern and traditional folk elements.
- Upload via the official Doordarshan website under the “Waves India” section, selecting “Battle of Bands” and following the registration instructions.
- Registration:
- Fill out the registration form with details like Band Name, City, Contact Info, Band Members, Social Media Links and Performance Link.
- Terms:
- The first valid video submitted is considered for selection.
- Videos must adhere to the guidelines; non-compliance will lead to disqualification.
- By submitting information, participants waive privacy rights for promotional use.
Challenge Details
After a thorough selection process, the top 13 international bands will join the challenge, which will be broadcast from March 15th to 20th and conclude before April 30th, 2025. Throughout the event, the top 5 international bands will be selected based on their performances and event will be:
- Produced by: SAREGAMA
- Directed by: Veteran show director Shruti Anindita Vermaa
- Hosted by: Talented Kettan Singh
- Judges: Renowned artists Raja Hasan & Shraddha Pandit
- Mentors: Esteemed Indian mentors including Tonny Kakkar, Shruti Pathak, Radhika Chopra, Amitabh Vermaa, and more, bringing international expertise.
Conclusion
The Battle of Bands Global offers a unique platform for diverse musical talent and international collaboration. The selected top 5 global bands will perform alongside the top 5 Indian bands on the prestigious WAVES stage, showcasing the best of both global and Indian music. This initiative aims to elevate the global music scene while celebrating India’s rich musical traditions.
Reference
- https://x.com/WAVESummitIndia/status/1854483072172822893
- https://www.saregama.com/battleofbands
- https://prasarbharati.gov.in/battle-of-bands/
- https://pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2102856#:~:text=Battle%20of%20bands%20International%20aims,to%20audiences%20around%20the%20globe.
- https://pib.gov.in/PressNoteDetails.aspx?NoteId=152045&ModuleId=3®=3&lang=2
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