Rockonsin is a statewide garage band competition for 7th – 12th grade musicians, of all musical genres, that form a group of two or more members outside of school; but they must be attending a Wisconsin public or private school or charter, virtual or home school. 2021 is the 17th year that Dennis Graham Associates has presented a garageband styled program for young Wisconsin musicians. The Madison Area Music Association (MAMA) has joined the effort in providing this opportunity to statewide Wisconsin youth musicians that want to share their passion for performing on stage. This State Finals only alternative music competition annually features 12 statewide garagebands performing at Summerfest, The World's Largest Music Festival. For more information on this only statewide alternative music competition, for 7th -12 grade Wisconsin garagebands (of all musical genres), in the nation and to have your band apply go to www.rockonsin.org. There is NO application fee or any associated costs to participate. Band application period is open annually from March 1 - April 30 but dates may change due to the Coronavirus. Bands must apply online (www.rockonsin.org) and provide a link to a video performance of one song (can be either cover or original song). Each band is provided a 15 minute time slot at the State Finals and will be given two free Shure microphones (one vocal and one instrument, both with cords); the winner will also receive a Shure wireless vocal microphone system. The winner and runner-up will each receive free studio recording time (12 hours for the winner and 8 hours for the runner-up) at Madison's Blast House Studios. The winner and runner-up will also each receive a second 45 minute showcase gig at Summerfest. For more information and to apply visit www.rockonsin.org