Metal 2 the Masses

FOR THE BANDS

UK BASED BANDS

Take the example of bands such as Evile who started off by gracing the Unsigned stage only to go on to sign a major recording deal, countless worldwide tours and gracing the Bloodstock main stage in 2012 and 2014. Add that to bands such as Bloodshot Dawn, Metaprism and many others who have used the Bloodstock Metal 2 The Masses as a springboard to continued growth and industry recognition.

There are so many shining examples of British Metal bands with a great future - Could that be your band or a band from your venue?

Even if bands don't win their respective finals the fact is the entire campaign and regional finals build bands profile, fan base and expertise in performance. But for those who are chosen - Quite simply the opportunity for a breakthrough act to play at Bloodstock in front of thousands and network with the industry is second to none.

Should a band manage to play in 2019 then they also stand the chance of playing Metaldays (Slovenia) and soon we will be announcing further competing festivals within Europe. In real terms Metaldays stand alongside Bloodstock as the major independent festivals and will again give the overall winning band a major in road to success in the bigger market.

At Bloodstock itself the bands will be given a 30-minute performance slot and offered the best backline and technical support at hand. Further to this we also offer the following...

• 30 minute performance slot on the 'Hobgoblin Newblood Stage'.
• Full access passes for all bands for the entire weekend.
• Full media opportunity with bands having access to all festival media correspondence – interviews, reviews and photos a plenty plus the chance to network with industry representatives.
• The chance to open the 'Sophie Lancaster Stage' the following year – playing on the opening night to a captive audience of thousands. This stage is the only stage open on the opening night!!!
• The chance to play at Slovenia's major metal fest Metaldays – quite possibly one of the most picturesque festivals on the circuit. http://www.metaldays.net

NON UK BASED BANDS

Basically we offer all of the above to bands based outside of the UK, however we are unable to offer external festival opportunities (such as Metaldays) as in this case it's open to UK bands only. So, in summary...

• 30 minute performance slot on the 'Hobgoblin Newblood Stage'.
• Full access passes for all bands for the entire weekend.
• Full media opportunity with bands having access to all festival media correspondence – interviews, reviews and photos a plenty plus the chance to network with industry representatives.
• The chance to open the 'Sophie Lancaster Stage' the following year – playing on the opening night to a captive audience of thousands. This stage is the only stage open on the opening night!!!
• So as you can see the attraction to bands is huge and therefore we hope that this will transcend into a winning enterprise for all venues and bands alike.

For the venues & promoters

By becoming an affiliated partner your venue will be given its own section on the Bloodstock website giving details of the venue, location and as brief (or as detailed) a description of the venue/promotion company as you desire.

The venue itself will be part of the Nationally Advertised Metal 2 the Masses Tour,featuring the venue in publications such as our media partners Metal Hammer and many more besides. Not only this, but our PR team will ensure that the promotion hits as many Online Magazines, E zines and Forums as possible.

Alongside this we ask that you provide a rundown of all dates for the heat and semi finals and these will be fed through our socal media sites, which have massive promotional value.

https://www.facebook.com/Bloodstock  (100,000+)

https://twitter.com/bloodstockfest  (26,000+)

As the Promoter/Venue you run Metal 2 The Masses competitions throughout the year creating continual revenue leading towards a grand final (held at your venue) with a minimum of 5 bands to an all day event if required.

The format of the competition can be done in what ever way you see fit, so long as it works within the terms and conditions and guidelines are pretty straight forward just so long as the bands fall into the categories of hard rock / metal genres - again feel free to consult with myself if unsure.

Venues / Promoters will have full use of the Bloodstock logo on any of your related advertising (These high res images will be sent on confirmation). The venue must respect the Bloodstock Branding and use it appropriately in respect to its own in house advertising and websites relating to Metal 2 The Masses. You will receive all the promoter networking and media support opportunities associated with Bloodstock which will give your venue heightened profile in the industry - including regional and National Radio Promotion, Repeated call outs and anything else our promotions team use to get the message out there.

Each franchise holder will receive 1 pair of Standard Weekend Tickets to Bloodstock Open Air 2018 with access (allocated on arrival) to the Serpents Lair and VIP bar - where industry, fans and bands mingle to soak up the atmosphere and build business and community relationships.

For all details on the METAL 2 THE MASSES initiative and how it can build the profile of your venue alongside presenting the opportunity to bands in your region please feel free to contact. 

Get onboard early and don't miss your chance !