good news, everyone...
We’re BACK!
THE GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS is back and it's better than ever!
While pop and rock bands often take the spotlight, this competition is open to musicians across all genres. Past champions have spanned the musical spectrum, from Pop and Rock, Metal and Reggae to Hip Hop, Punk, and beyond!
Broadcasted by MTV and aired as a series on national TV networks, THE GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS has brought incredible musical talent to a global stage.
For over 20 years, THE GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS has celebrated amazing musicians. Here s a look at some of our past finalists:
Brazil
Romania
China
USA
Ukraine
England
Moldova
Belgium
Australia
Thailand
Jamaica
Morocco
Vietnam
Lebanon
Malaysia
Poland
You might be the best band in the world, but if no one knows about
you... GBOB can give you exactly what you need:
EXPOSURE!
Tore Lande, CEO and Founder of THE GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS.
Contact: tore@gbob.com
"Play from inside, Don't worry about what people think of you. Play like you have never played before. Play from your feeling. Play for yourself".
THE GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS was founded in London in 2004 by Norwegian music enthusiast Tore Lande as an exciting evolution of the Norwegian Championship of Rock. Tore’s passion for music started early—he was a guitarist himself and organized concerts featuring some of the world’s greatest guitar legends, including Gary Moore, J.J. Cale, Joe Pass, John McLaughlin, Terje Rypdal, and Ritchie Blackmore.
Over the years, Tore’s career as an organizer expanded to include an impressive roster of legendary artists across various genres. He has worked with icons such as Rod Stewart, the Count Basie Orchestra, Roger Whittaker, the Sex Pistols, The Hollies, Oscar Peterson, Eric Burdon, Slade, Dr. Hook & the Medicine Show, Smokie, Procol Harum, the Bellamy Brothers, José Feliciano, and many more. His unwavering dedication to live music and artist-driven performances continues to drive THE GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS, providing a platform for exceptional talent to reach audiences worldwide.
IN THE GLOBAL BATTLE OF THE BANDS THERE ARE ONLY TWO RULES:
PLAY YOUR OWN SONGS
AND PLAY THEM LIVE!