Why The Mannequins Prepare for Battle of the Bands by Watching Sports and Rocky
Most bands try to look cool. The Mannequins show up in full gym-bro uniforms, laugh their way into a Battle of the Bands final, and still make a serious case for why live music should feel unpredictable, communal, and alive. If you care about new rock bands, West Michigan music, or the weird magic of a great set, this one is for you.
Grant, Luke, and Carter from The Mannequins join the conversation fresh off their win in the previous round and heading into the finals at The Stray. What starts with playful confusion about sports turns into a sharp, funny look at how a band balances goofiness…
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