2023 Iowa Rocks Talent Contest Announced

Statewide musical talent search for youth 21 and under.
 

(Arnolds Park) -The Iowa Rock 'n Roll Music Association announced that enrollment starts June 1st for the 2023 Iowa Rocks Talent Contest.

 

According to Ralph Kluseman, President of the Board of the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association, “We are proud to present the 9th annual “Iowa Rocks Talent” competition. This is a statewide competition for Iowa’s young musicians to showcase the music they love and to compete for a grand prize of recording time at a major Iowa recording studio.” Kluseman continued, “The first round of competition will be conducted virtually through video submission on our website and at regional sites for in person musical presentations. We also want to thank all our sponsors for helping us bring this opportunity to the young people of Iowa.”

 

All qualifying bands / finalists will compete in the final round on Saturday afternoon, September 2 at the Roof Garden Ballroom in Arnolds Park during the 26th Anniversary Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame weekend. The winners get the opportunity to perform on stage on Sunday, September 3 to kick off the Hall of Fame Induction Spectacular.

 

Applicants should go to the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Associations’ website at www.iowarocknroll.com and look for “Iowa Rocks Talent” on the home page. Within that link is an application form and a place to upload two YouTube video links. For contestants who want to participate in person, regional sites will be listed for participants to select the location for  their musical presentation. The deadline for all applications is 11:59 pm, Monday, July 31.

 

There are two divisions of competition, individual artist, or band (2 or more). Applicants should review the complete rules posted on the website.

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Media Contact:  Ralph Kluseman,  Email:  ralphkluseman@iowarocknroll.com
Cell: 563-599-9436

 

The Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association exists to preserve the legacy of rock ‘n roll music in Iowa by honoring achievements, educating youth, and inspiring artists. Established in 1997, it is a 501(c)(3) non- profit statewide organization.