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Greene King Launches Nationwide Search for Unsigned Local Musicians in Greene King Untapped

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Greene King pubs are transforming into live music hotspots this summer as part of Greene King Untapped, a nationwide search for unsigned local bands and solo artists. The competition, sponsored by Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola, aims to give talented musicians a platform to showcase their skills in their hometown pubs. Aspiring musicians can register online and perform at open-mic nights and pub garden showcases held across 870 Greene King pubs, with the winner receiving a lucrative prize package, including a performance at Pub in the Park 2026, a recording session at Metropolis Studios, and a £10,000 cash prize.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Greene King Untapped competition is open to solo artists, bands, duos, and anyone with a passion for playing live music, with the aim of giving unsigned local talent a platform to shine.
  • Musicians can enter the competition by registering online and performing at open-mic nights and pub garden showcases held across Greene King pubs.
  • The competition is part of the larger Live at Your Local initiative, which involves music-themed events across 870 pubs nationwide.
  • The winner of Greene King Untapped will receive a performance on stage at Pub in the Park 2026, a live-to-vinyl recording session at Metropolis Studios, and a £10,000 cash prize.
  • Zoe Bowley, Managing Director of Greene King pubs, highlights the importance of pubs as incubators for raw musical talent, with Greene King Untapped aiming to champion grassroots artists who bring the noise and heart to their communities.
  • The competition is sponsored by Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola and is open to musicians across the UK.

Statistics:

  • 870 Greene King pubs will host music-themed events as part of Live at Your Local.
  • Over 500 musicians will perform across pubs up and down the country as part of the Live at Your Local initiative.
  • The deadline for entry into Greene King Untapped is July 31, 2025.
  • The first round of live performances at local Greene King pubs will take place on August 8, 2025.
  • The second round of regional heats will take place across nine Greene King pubs from August 21-25, 2025.
  • The national live final of Greene King Untapped will take place on September 13, 2025.

Sources:

  • Live at Your Local initiative (no source listed)
  • Greene King Untapped competition page (no source listed)
  • Pub in the Park 2026 festival (no source listed)
  • Metropolis Studios (no source listed)
  • Jack Daniel's and Coca-Cola (no source listed)
  • Greene King pubs (no source listed)
  • Zoe Bowley, Managing Director of Greene King pubs (no source listed)

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