Musicpalooza Music Talent Contest
We celebrated our "Music Mania" 2009 theme in a big way with a hunt for the top musical talent among bands and solo singers. One singer and one band, from hundreds who entered, walked away with the top prize of $25,000 and exposure to some top industry professionals.
 Congratulations to the Erick Macek Band and Tiffany Jane, the winners of the 2009 Musicpalooza contest! Erick Macek and his band, from the Los Angeles area, and Coronado's own singer, Tiffany Jane, wowed the crowd and the judges from the Heineken Grandstand Stage on the afternoon of July 3.
The "People's Choice" winners were Endoxi in the bands division and Katherine Ramirez among the singers. For more information about the top three finishers in each division, please click the links below.
The Prizes
1st place, $25,000
2nd place, $5,000
3rd place, $2,000
These prizes were awarded in each division, bands and soloists.
About the sponsors
To learn more about these companies, please click on the logos located on the right side of this page.
Noisy Planet is dedicated to creating the easiest way for independent artists and bands to post and sell music on the Internet. As a "Musicpalooza" sponsor, Noisy Planet is awarding the five finalists with a Premium Artist Service Package, which includes hosting up to 20 songs, five photos, and artists' bios. The package also provides distribution of one album to iTunes, eMusic, Rhapsody, Amazon MP3, Napster and others.
Taylor Guitars, is donating four acoustic guitars: two to each of the first-place finishers (soloist and band) and two to each of the "People's Choice" winners. From sweet acoustic to full on rock, Taylor Guitars makes the world's finest acoustic and electric guitars for every style of player. Check out the complete product line on the company Web site or visit Taylor Guitars at its factory in El Cajon.
Xceptional Music Company, based in Rancho Santa Fe, is providing studio recording time for the two first-place winners (band and soloist). The two winners also will be invited to audition for the company's president, Ray McKewon. The Xceptional Music Company and its acts have played major corporate events coast to coast, from New York to San Francisco, from San Antonio to Chicago, and even the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. For more information, visit www.xceptionalmusic.com.
NAMM, National Association of Music Merchants, gave away 100 "Wanna Play" T-shirts to "Musicpalooza" contestants and their fan base at the prelims and semifinals. Headquartered in Carlsbad, the 9,000-member association produces the NAMM Show, one of the largest musical instrument trade shows in the world. NAMM's mission is to unify, lead and strengthen the global music products industry and to increase active participation in music making. The national public awareness campaign "Wanna Play" is designed to promote the proven benefits of playing musical instruments for people of all ages. To find out how musical you can be, visit www.wannaplaymusic.com.
ANTHOLOGY, San Diego's hottest live music venue, hosted "Musicpalooza" night in early June showcasing three competing bands. Michael Pritchard, Director of Music Operations for Anthology, continues to be a major supporter of San Diego's music scene as a participating judge in this competition and in providing the local music community with a platform to spread their artistry. For dining information and concert schedules, visit www.anthologysd.com.
Questions?
If you have any questions please email the Contest Coordinator at musicpalooza@sdfair.com.
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