BATTLE OF THE BANDS
Thank you to everyone who came out for Buster’s Battle of the Bands 2026! Stay tuned for BOTB 2027!
First Place
Second Place
Third Place
A stage plot is a diagram that shows where you’d like to position amps, microphones, monitors and musicians. Please indicate if your drummer is right or left-handed. You can find help on making a stage plot here: https://diymusician.cdbaby.com/music-career/how-to-make-a-stage-plot/
Promotion
Please promote the show on your social media, and tag Buster’s in posts. We will also be promoting extensively and circulating a press release to media contacts.
Tickets
There will be a $5 cover charge for guests attending this event, make your reservation by calling Buster’s at 613-836-7007
We’re providing a full PA and will have a sound technician to run it and a stage manager to assist with band transitions. We’ll have a five-piece drum kit, bass amp, one guitar amp, and several microphones. If you wish to use your own amps, please let us know in your stage plot.
Judging
We’ve booked qualified judges. Their ruling will be final.
On behalf of the organizing team
We want to extend our sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who is helping make Battle of the Bands happen annually at Buster’s Bar & Grill.
This event is all about supporting local talent and bringing our community together through music, fun, and friendly competition.
We are incredibly grateful to our generous sponsors:
Long & McQuade Instruments, Labatt Brewing Company, Moosehead Breweries, Molson Coors Beverage Company, Diageo Beverages, and Hummingbird Hall.
Your support allows us to shine a light on rising musicians and give them the stage they deserve.
Hummingbird Hall is Ottawa's intimate live music and event venue, celebrating local artists and community connections. We host concerts, showcases, workshops, and special events in a welcoming and creative atmosphere. Hummingbird Hall also offers private space rentals, as well as fun karaoke parties for kids, adults, and groups of all sizes. Located at 900 Greenbank Rd - Lower level.
Email: events@hummingbirdmusic.ca
Website: hummingbirdmusic.ca
A special thank you to Your Community Voice Newspaper for helping us spread the word and shine a spotlight on this local initiative.
A heartfelt thank you as well to all of our volunteers — your time, energy, and commitment mean everything. And to our amazing staff at Buster’s Bar & Grill: thank you for your hard work behind the scenes and on the floor — your efforts are truly the backbone of this event.
We couldn’t do it without each and every one of you — your support keeps local music alive and loud!
Let’s rock the house together!
Owner/Manager, Buster’s Bar & Grill
Congratulations to our 2025 winners: Evil Creek!
Congratulations to our 2026 winners: Sunnyside Avenue!
