Registration open for the WBDC Country Showdown

One of Southern Indiana’s longest-running country music talent searches returns to the Jasper Arts Center in Jasper, Indiana, with some new changes.

Radio station 101 Country WBDC continues to host the local showdown, now in its 42nd year, but by popular demand, has moved the show to the weekend. The WBDC Country Showdown, presented by Mercy Urgent Care, will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024.

Now is the time for acts from around the region to enter and compete for thousands of dollars in cash and prizes. This year’s winner will walk away with a $1,000 cash prize, the first runner-up will receive $250, and $100 will go to the third place. The top three finishers, along with a People’s Choice winner, are also presented with a beautiful, engraved trophy. Entries are currently being accepted by WBDC until March 29th, 2024.

Open to vocal and/or instrumental performers of country music, the WBDC Country Showdown welcomes individual acts or groups to compete. Entry forms and details for this year’s showdown are available online at www.wbdc.us or may be picked up at the WBDC Studios at 458 Third Avenue in Jasper, Indiana. 

This year’s entry fee is $30, and the deadline for entry is Friday, March 29, 2024, at 4 p.m. Performances are limited to 10 minutes, and to ensure fairness, a uniform judging system is used. WBDC provides a talented backup band for performers if needed.

WBDC is also excited to announce this year’s backup band and special guest is “No Fences: The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute”. For more information, please call (812) 634-9232 or email programdirector@dcbroadcasting.com.

“We consider the WBDC Country Showdown one of the most anticipated local events in country music each year, and we are thrilled to bring it back once again and this time on the weekend,” said Bill Potter, WBDC General Manager. “It is an exciting event that provides aspiring artists in our area an opportunity to perform in front of a sold-out audience in a premiere venue while promoting a great appreciation of country music.”

Now in its 42nd year, the WBDC Country Showdown finds the most promising country music talent in the area, giving these performers a chance to hone their skills and win great prizes. From the first winners, “Crossfire” in 1982, to last year’s winner, “Tony Patrick”, the WBDC Country Showdown has proved to be a must-see event for country music fans of all ages.