Are you in a local band? Do you think you have what it takes to be crowned the best of the best? Then get ready to put your money where your mouth is and sign up for the American Legion Post 129's Battle of the Bands.

American Legion Post 129 Is Hosting A Battle Of The Bands In 2026

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Coming in 2026, American Legion Post 129 is putting together its first Battle of the Bands in order to raise money for the Veterans of American Legion Post 129.

There are a few rules, however, if your band is interested in taking the stage.

How Do Bands Apply For The American Legion Battle Of The Bands?

It's pretty easy, bands interested have to email an MP3 of their music to Battleofthebandstr@gmail.com.

Original music only will be accepted; no explicit lyrics are tolerated, and the MP3 has to be 2 minutes or less, so just a snippet of your band would work!

When you send in your music, make sure the file is formatted as such: School, followed by the band's name .mp3.

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So your submission should look something like this: tomsriverhighschoolsouthBANDSNAMEHERE.mp3

Applications are open through Febuary 20th, and 5 area bands will be selected, and finalists will be notified by March 1st.

Bands Must Be From One Of The Five Toms River Area High Schools

The Battle of the Bands has expanded the search for bands as well. No longer do you have to be a member of one of the 5 Toms River area high schools, but if you're a cover band at the Jersey Shore, you can enter into the battle of the bands as well!

In addition to the battle of the bands, there will also be a silent auction and a 50/50 event.

TOMS RIVER AMERICAN LEGION BATTLE OF THE BANDS APPLICATION 

The American Legion Post 129 Battle of the Bands is a full-blown legion event, with combined efforts of not only Post 129 but also the Legion Riders, Auxiliary, and the Sons of the American Legion.

When And Where Does The American Legion Post 129 Battle Of The Bands Take Place?

The Battle of the Bands takes place on Sunday, March 22nd, and will happen at American Legion Post 129, 2025 Church Road in Toms River, NJ.

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