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Like the Hellfest Battle of the Bands, which we mentioned earlier, this years Ozzfest will have a "battle" for a spot on the stage.

LOS ANGELES, May. 26, 2004 — It’s the rock & roll opportunity of a lifetime: Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne are looking for the next great band to rock the OZZfest 2004 main-stage alongside Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, Slayer and more.

Auditions will be held coast-to-coast to find eight unsigned, undiscovered bands to take part in a final competition yielding one lucky winner. Not only will they share the same stage with rock legends, but they’ll also participate in a nationally televised performance straight from OZZfest 2004. In addition, the winning band will be awarded a coveted slot on the second stage at OZZfest 2005 as well as free music equipment and cash prizes.

Do you think you’ve got what it takes to rock the masses at OZZfest? Prove it! The audition hotline is: (800) 688-5251 for all the detailed info.

Open Calls will be held in Los Angeles on June 11th and in New York on June 18th.

Log onto ozzfest.com for more details, further updates and may the best band win!