Tu Ciudad, Tu Música Talent Showcase

Filed in archive Latin Culture , Latin Music on April 26, 2007

Burger King Corporation (BKC) presents Tu Ciudad, Tu Música talent showcase, which offers aspiring Latin musicians the opportunity to be named the best local band in Latino music, in ten U.S. cities.

Tu Ciudad, Tu Música will showcase popular local bands. Ten bands in each city will be pre-selected to compete onstage for a chance to win:

- A $2,500 cash prize
- A customized piece of musical equipment
- An exclusive feature on the Tu Ciudad, Tu Música website
- An opportunity for airplay/an interview on a local radio station

The competitions will take place on the following cities:

-McAllen, TX - April 21 (RioFest)
- Dallas, TX - April 28 (Real Texas Festival)
- Los Angeles, CA - April 29 (fiesta Broadway)
- Fresno, CA- May 5 (Cinco de Mayo Festival)
- Phoenix, AZ- May 5 (Arizona Cinco de Mayo Festival)
- Houston, TX- May 20 (Pasadena Strawberry Festival)
- New York, NY- May 26 (Elizabeth Waterfront Latin Festival)
- San Francisco, CA- May 27 (Carnaval San Francisco)
- Chicago, IL- June 16 (Puerto Rican Parade & Festival)
- Miami, FL- June 23

A panel of local judges will determine the winners of each competition. Selection criteria will be based on each band's live performance, musical talent and crowd cheers.

"Burger King Corporation recognizes the importance of supporting rising talent in local communities," said Alexandra Galindez, Director for Multi-Cultural Marketing. "This year, BKC embraces the diversity within Latin cultures by providing a platform for Latino music's newest stars."

The local concerts are free. Fans can also win several prize packages, by participating in a national sweepstakes sponsored by Telemundo Network Group. The grand prize is a trip for two to attend the final Tu Ciudad, Tu Música(SM) concert in Miami.

For information on how to audition for your city's Tu Ciudad, Tu Música talent showcase competition, visit Burger King Musica. In the website, you can also check out the contestants websites, bios, photos & MP3s!