B ristol’s biggest battle of the bands returns in 2027!

The Underdog is back - and applications are now open!

First launched in 2015, The Underdog has become a staple of Bristol’s live music calendar, giving hundreds of emerging artists the chance to perform at some of the city’s most prestigious venues and compete for a prize package designed to take their music to the next level.

The 2027 competition will see hundreds of musicians from across the South West battle it out on stage for a game-changing prize table worth thousands of pounds, including:

• £1,000 in no-strings-attached cash

• A bespoke mini tour • Professional studio time to record and mix their next single

• Band merchandise

• Professional photo shoot

Whether you’re a brand-new band or a seasoned live act, The Underdog is open to all genres and ages. If you’re ready to get on stage and compete, we want to hear from you. Think you’ve got what it takes?

Applications are now open at

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