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Local Rock Act RONIN Guest Stars Singapore, 1 September 2006 -- The stage is set for the unveiling of Singapore’s latest undiscovered singing talents. No gimmicks. No stunts. No idols. Just pure unadulterated music showmanship. Get set for the annual Singapore Battle of the Bands finals Live on Sunday 10 September at Downtown East. 14 bands have been whittled down from more than 100. Up for grabs is the coveted title of Singapore’s Ultimate Band. The winning band will also walk away with $3,000 cash, a $3,000 recording contract with local label, Mindseye Record and a host of other prizes including a custom-made JIM BEAM Gibson Guitar worth $1,800 and $1,300 worth of NTUC Club vouchers. The judges, made up of record producers and musicians will be on the lookout for the Best Guitarist, Drummer, Bassist and Vocalist as well. The event, into its 4th year running has attracted a diverse range of talents and continues to be an avenue for unearthing gems in the music and entertainment scene. Quebec Leisure International, the events management arm of NTUC Club is the main organizer for Battle of the Bands 2006. Its Senior Manager (Business Development Mega Events) Joe Ferdinands said: “Battle of the Bands has been getting a reputation as a serious competition for music showmanship. We’re not just looking for the next commercial success. We’re here to develop young up & coming musicians by providing them a visible platform to showcase their skills. The recording contract for example, is a major leg-up for a struggling band looking for its big break.” Mr. Ferdinands added: “Battle of the Bands is one of many ongoing initiatives by NTUC Club to engage and develop youths. This is in line with the recently announced LM 2011 where the aim is for the labour movement to reach out to people of all ages. Who would expect NTUC to be organizing such an edgy and alternative event? But the truth is we’ve been doing it for the past 4 years and it’s been a rewarding and successful 4 years!” Testimony to the competition’s growing success, Battle of the Bands, this year attracted its highest number of participants. The bands coming forward are also more eclectic. “We have bands flaunting their musical acumen in genres as diverse as indie, rock, metal, pop and even blues,” said Mr. Ferdinands. Guest band during the finals will be radio chart-toppers and one of Singapore’s most prolific live-wire rock outfit, recording artiste RONIN. The 5-member band, led by vocalist Levan Wee, is set to enthrall fans with songs from their debut album ‘Do or Die’. Tickets to the finals can be purchased from TicketCharge or at the door. Date: Sunday, 10 September Time: 6pm Venue: D’ Tent, Downtown East Ticket Prices: $15 (non-members), $12 (union members)* Prices include 1 standard drink. *TicketCharge fee of $1/- applies TicketCharge hotline: 62962929 or log onto http://www.ticketcharge.com.sg About NTUC Club: Established in 1986, NTUC Club provides value-for-money entertainment and recreational facilities to all. Today, the Club has grown into one of the largest entertainment and leisure group in Singapore and has repositioned itself as a one-stop entertainment cum lifestyle provider. Over the years, it has expanded to include a world class theme park (Escape Theme Park), Singapore’s largest water theme park (Wild Wild Wet), three holiday resorts - Costa Sands Resort (Downtown East), Costa Sands Resort (Pasir Ris), Costa Sands Resort (Sentosa), six clubhouses (Celebrations, Happy Days, Jest D'Place, Planet Paradigm, Union Square and DXO), the Spa @ Aranda and a one-stop recreation cum lifestyle complex (Downtown East). More information is available on http://www.ntucclub.com Media Contacts: 1)Imelda Saad Manager Tel:65891697 Email:imelda@ntucclub.com.sg 2)Ian Tan Assistant Manager Tel: 6589 1616 Email: Note To Editors: You are invited to send your reporter and a photographer/camera crew to cover the Singapore Battle of The Bands Finals 2006. Please RSVP your attendance by Friday, 8 September. Submitted by NTUC Club on Friday, 1 September 2006 at 2:27 PM Category: Arts & Entertainment |
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