Rules & Regulations

In our attempt to create a real-life environment for the performers, we have created a ‘minimum criteria’. Each band must draw no less than 20 people to each performance. At the door, each patron will be asked which band they are there to support and when each band gets to 20 fans, we will stop counting. We believe that if you cannot bring at least 20 people, your band is not ready for a major competition like the Breakout Band. The organizer's have invested a great deal of time and money in gathering the prizes and we are not looking for bands that are not serious. Plus, who wants to play in an empty club? This also enables you to perform in front of a new crowd who may not have heard of you before. a new crowd who may not have heard of you before.

If you fail to bring at least 20 people, you can still perform but will be disqualified from advancing, although you can perform as many events as you wish, so long as you abide by these regulations. Admission is only $10, with a portion of the proceeds being given back to the winning band at the finals. If the pool of funds is greater than expected, we will create a second and third place consolation prize. Further details will be announced at the media launch in April 2010.

The contest is available to all bands, songwriters and musicians who are able to adhere to the aforementioned guidelines and able to perform in a 19+ licensed environment.

All Semi-finalists are also required to have at least one good quality recording provided to the organizers no later than April 1st, 2010 for re-broadcast on Y108 FM. ** If you do not have a quality recording by this time, you will not be featured on Y108’s indie program “Get Hammered”. If you wish for us to refer you to a festival-recommended studio that fits your budget, please ask your Breakout Band rep.