30A Songwriter Radio’s BoostaBand competition is set for Tueday, October 14th.  Doors open at 6pm and the event starts at 7pm. Pandora’s Steakhouse and Lounge at Grayton Beach will host this year’s inaugural and unprecedented event.

Throughout the year, regional bands have submitted applications in hopes to be one of the six bands chosen by an anonymous panel. Bands must consist of at least three members, and perform all original music. There was no rule on genre, creating a truly unique and exciting event for spectators. The six bands will be evaluated by a panel of three judges. The winner of Boostaband takes all.

The Bands:

1. The Flip Flop Boys (Tallahassee: Reggae/Rock)

2. Rebel Crossing (Panama City: Rock/Southern Rock)

3. Stacey Hampton (Fort Walton Beach: Folk)

4. Tribe Zion (Pensacola: Reggae/Rock)

5. Cody Copeland (Freeport: Alternative/Alternative Pop)

6. Josh Buckley Band (Dothan: Country)

The Judges:

1. Ashley Capps: TV personality and nightlife socialite from Beach TV and the Destination Network

2. Ed Jack: Music lover from Central Square Records

3. Season Ammons: Award-winning singer/songwriter/performer

The Prizes:

1. Recording Session: Provided by Neptune Recording Studios

2. Open at Marina Civic Center: A paid gig at a major venue provided by Hess Entertainment

3. 10 Paid Gigs: Guaranteed with no booking fee provided by Worryfree Entertainment

4. $500 Gift Card: For use at and provided by UpBeat Music

5. Video Production: Provided by 20/30north Studios

6. Professional Photo Shoot: Provided by Modus Photography

The Hosts: 

1. Shannon Ireland: Owner Operator of 30A Songwriter Radio

2. Todd Sparks: Singer/Songwriter & Owner of Gulf Talent Services

For more info and updates, visit BoostaBand or follow their Facebook event listing.