Best Band in America is an episodic TV-style program that travels to smaller cities across the country to highlight outstanding local bands with strong followings. Unlike large-scale talent competitions like The Voice and America’s Got Talent, this show embraces a run-and-gun video style, bringing a raw and authentic energy to the performances and stories behind these talented musicians.
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About
Best Band in America is an episodic TV-style program that travels to smaller cities across the country to highlight outstanding local bands with strong followings. Unlike large-scale talent competitions like The Voice and America’s Got Talent, this show embraces a run-and-gun video style
Show CONCEPT
Best Band in America is a high-energy, episodic series that discovers and showcases the best local bands across the country.
Unlike mainstream talent competitions, this series captures the raw, unfiltered essence of regional music scenes.
Features a dynamic, immersive approach, contrasting big-budget productions with a fresh, run-and-gun documentary style.
Designed for both traditional broadcasters and streaming platforms, offering broad market appeal.
Grand Prize is a Studio Recording Contract at a Bakehouse Studios by an accredited music producer.
Bands
Best Band in America – Bands
Submit Your Sound. Claim the Stage.
Are you America’s next big band? Best Band in America is scouring the USA—14 cities, 14 shows—to find raw, undiscovered talent. No solo acts, no acoustic strummers—just full bands ready to rock small-town stages from Richmond to Austin. The prize? A recording contract at Bakehouse Studios, sealed with a finale twist: interpreting AI-crafted songs your way.
How to Submit
- Who: Full bands (3+ members), original music, unsigned or indie—no tribute bands.
- What: Send us:
- Band name, home city, and genre.
- Link to a live performance video (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.)—keep it real, no studio polish.
- Short bio (100 words max)—who you are, why you’re the best.
- Where: Email bands@bestbandamerica.com
- Deadline: Rolling—first shows lock by March 20, 2025, for our March 26 kickoff.
The Journey
We’re hitting clubs like The Camel (Richmond, VA) and Mohawk (Austin, TX)—200-900 capacity, built for loud. Starting May 26, 2025, every episode streams on YouTube—your shot at millions of eyes. Make it to the final 3, and you’re at Bakehouse Studios, battling for the crown.
Think You’ve Got It?
Submit now— Denis O’Brien, Showrunner & Director, and our crew are listening. This is your stage. Own it.
Contact
Best Band in America – Contact Us
Join the Road to Bakehouse
Got a band that rocks? A brand that rolls? Or just love raw music? Best Band in America wants to hear from you. We’re hitting 14 cities starting March 26, 2025, chasing the best undiscovered talent—all the way to Bakehouse Studios. Reach out—let’s make some noise together.
Get in Touch
- Denis O’Brien
Showrunner & Director- Email: denis@bestbandamerica.com
- Phone: Direct Line (917) Five48-9932)
- General Inquiries: info@bestbandamerica.com
Who We Want to Hear From
- Bands: Think you’re the best? Tell us—city, sound, and why you’ll win.
- Sponsors: Gear, hotels, tech—back the journey, get the spotlight.
- Fans: Join the movement—spread the word, catch a show.
Shooting Starts: March 26, 2025 – Richmond, VA
Drop a line—whether it’s a riff, a deal, or a cheer, we’re listening.