🎸 Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
• Location: Shovelheads, 320E 1500N, Chesterton, IN 46304
• Doors Open: 2 PM
• Presented by: Shovelheads Open Mic Facebook Group (Rob McCorkel)

This epic event features 14 killer bands competing for glory and prizes — from gritty rock and soul-piercing solos to heart-thumping rhythms and original music that’ll blow you away. It’s a celebration of local talent and raw energy on stage.

🎶 FULL BAND LINEUP & SCHEDULE:

Main Performances Begin at 3:00 PM – Here's the schedule:

• 3:00 – 3:20 PM: Equilibrium
• 3:30 – 3:50 PM: HALO MOON
• 4:00 – 4:20 PM: Out Of The Fog
• 4:30 – 4:50 PM: Carroll Ave
• 5:00 – 5:20 PM: SOTP – Sins Of The Pit
• 5:30 – 5:50 PM: Expülsion NWI
• 6:00 – 6:20 PM: PlatiPossum

🎤 Acoustic Set – 6:30 – 6:50 PM Featuring: Paul Brajcki, William Brockman, Tom Williams, Robert Burns, Arnold Guajardo

Back to full band sets:

• 7:00 – 7:20 PM: Belles’ Suitors
• 7:30 – 7:50 PM: Vicious Cycle
• 8:00 – 8:20 PM: 444
• 8:30 – 8:50 PM: Nellie Bly
• 9:00 – 9:20 PM: Chasing Allura
• 9:30 – 9:50 PM: Circus of Souls
• 10:00 – 10:20 PM: Blalock Orchard
• 10:30 – 10:50 PM: Band 15 (TBA)

🙌 Huge Thanks to the Sponsors:

Big shoutout to the incredible sponsors supporting local music:

• Mark Taglianetti
• Nigel David
• Shenanigans Live & Pub
• Guitar Bill
• Billy Guitar
• Michigan City Valvoline Instant Oil Change
• Pat Malott
• Elkins Heating and Air LLC

From hard rock to experimental grooves, Battle of the Bands #2 is the place to catch your next favorite band and support your local music scene. Expect high energy, killer performances, and an unforgettable vibe.

Follow the Shovelheads Open Mic Facebook Group for more updates and band previews. Whether you’re there to cheer for your favorite act or just soak in the music, you won’t want to miss this legendary night.