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September 01, 2006 @ 10:01 am
Rockworks Foundation Launches Online Competition for Unsigned Bands
The Rockworks Foundation launched the "Rockworks Showcase" on August 29,
which marked the first anniversary of Katrina. The Showcase allows bands
to post their best song for free, and site users will nominate four
finalists. The finalists will perform live at the CMJ Music Marathon for
an audience of music industry professionals.
left Site are asked to pay $1 to register to vote. After paying the fee, they
may nominate bands as often as they choose.
Proceeds from the Rockworks Showcase will benefit Rockworks' "Gulf Coast
[re]Build", which uses music and entertainment to rebuild areas after
natural disasters. Right now, Rockworks is working to rebuild Forest
Hills, Mississippi, a Gulf Coast community that was devastated by Katrina.
Rockworks goal is to raise $1 million.
The Showcase can be found at www.Rockworks.us.
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Article tags: Online Competition, Rockworks, Unsigned Artists, Unsigned Rappers
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