The Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands gives unsigned bands the ultimate opportunity. Six bands will compete for the chance to perform on the 2025 Vans Warped Tour main stage and share over $100,000 in prizes. To enter, bands must create a profile, upload a video of their original music, and rally fan support through voting.

 

Industry professionals will judge submissions on musical originality, entertainment value, creativity, and technical ability. After the 2025 Vans Warped Tour, one band will be crowned the Grand Prize Winner.