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Battle of the Bands Wins Local Music Future | Parkersburg News
River Rats crowned champions of Marietta’s inaugural Battle of the Bands, winning both the grand prize and audience donations, while Color Collective took second for judges and online support. Both bands earned store credit and merch from First City Records, which co-hosted the event with Wilky’s Sports Bar alongside 14 diverse local acts—from punk to metal, teens to pros. The goal? Fund a new all-ages performance space at First City Records, championed by owner Aaron Whited, who stressed the need for safe, local stages for emerging artists—especially those playing heavier genres. Judges…
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