In conjunction with the Hodag Country Festival and Miller Beer of the Northwoods, country music radio stations around the state of Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan sponsor regional country band contests. The first place winners of each region advance to the Hodag Country Festival to compete on Friday, July 11th, 2008, for cash prizes and the title of Wisconsin State Country Band Champion!

Winners of each region will receive a cash prize paid on a sliding scale for competing at the Hodag Country Festival.

If you're interested in competing in a regional country band contest, contact the appropriate radio station for entry forms and information.

Make plans to attend the Pick-Off contest located nearest you. There is something in store for everyone. Come as a contestant - the exposure is great! You may generate bookings, plus you will have an opportunity to hear other bands from your area. Not to mention, the winner will advance to the Hodag Country Festival to compete for cash prizes and the title of Wisconsin State Champion. Come as a spectator - you couldn't ask for a better time listening to live entertainment performed by those who enjoy playing and singing for folks like you, the country music fan.

The winners of the 2007 Band Contest are as follows:

3rd Place: Mozart's Cadillac
(920) 904-4811
2nd Place: Renegade Countyline
(920) 788-7107
Champions: Jerry Schmitt & Country Express
(715) 687-2174

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