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WHAT IS A TRAILBLAZER?
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A Trailblazer is an artist that has been working hard at his or her craft probably for years
A Trailblazer is an artist that is willing to make all the sacrifices needed to move their career forward
A Trailblazer is an excellent musician or group
A Trailblazer is from one of the following 10 counties in northeast Florida - St. Johns, Duval, Clay, Flagler, Putnum, Velusia, Marion, Alachua, Baker, and Nassau.
Finally, a Trailblazer is someone looking to be given the opportunity to perform in front of thousands of people at this years Traiblazer Country Music Festival.
how to sign up to become TRAILBLAZER?
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First you or your band must meet the following five criteria
1. Must have been performing for no less than 2 years in front of an audience
2. At least 50% of your material must be original
3. You can perform a solid 45minute set
4. Have a 3 to no longer than 5 minute video or YouTube
5. Finally you must perform any type of country music genre
Bluegrass, Western swing, Honky-tonk, Country or Southern rock, Alternative country, Country pop, Outlaw country, Old-time music, Cajun music, Progressive country, Country blues, Appalachian music, Western music, Country rap, Texas Country, Classic country, Bro-country
OTHER TRAILBLAZER SIGN UP INFORMATION
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Does it cost to submit my application? Nope, not a dime
How many artist will be chosen to perform? Up to 15 artist will perform
Will the artist be paid? Yes, absolutely a minimum of $100 per member
How do we become a Trailblazers? Each day the crowd along with a panel of judges vote for Trailblazer of the day. The winners of each day perform a 10 minute set at the end of the festival and the crowd selects the 2023 Trailblazer.
Are there cash or prizes awarded?
* Yes, we pay another $100 to each band winning band member.
* Guarantee the winner a spot at the 2024 Trailblazer Country Music Festival
* Radio interview on at least two local radio stations
* A 3 day trip to Nashville with airfare and hotel and several surprises.
What is the deadline to submit my application & video? No later than June 1, 2023
PLEASE FILL OUT FORM BELOW AND WE WILL SEND YOU THE DETAILED APPLICATION PACKAGE
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