Meet The Bands!
5 bands, 5 worthy causes. With each vote cast, you are not just supporting musicians but also the communities that they serve!
Between the hours of 4 - 7 pm, our bands will “battle” it out for the most votes. Each vote is a split contribution to their desired cause and Interfaith Community Services’ programs. The band with the most votes will win the grand prize of $2500, and second and third place will receive monetary prizes as well. These awards are only possible thanks to our community’s votes and the support of our sponsors.
$5 = 1 vote!
The Blackouts are a local San Diego band that formed 10 years ago as an all sober band. The members are passionate about giving back to a community which has given them so much. All consider it a privilege to donate their talents to recovery-based events and AA functions.
The Blackouts
Kainga Music established its non-profit corporation 501(c)(3) in 2014 with a mission statement Creating Music, Uniting People, Building Communities. Music is uplifting, healing, and gives the opportunity for starting and strengthening the bond between people of different backgrounds, genders, and ages. The featured instrument in the school, the steel pan, is played throughout the country of origin, Trinidad & Tobago, in community centers called “Panyards” that welcome the variety of members in the surrounding neighborhoods to find a common place and common voice.
Kainga Music
POWDER is a 4-piece indie alternative band of three years from Southern California!!! We’re best friends and two time battle of the bands champs! Members are Lena Engel - vocals & guitar, Flynn Holden - lead guitar, Leo Gonzalez - bass, and Connor Gorman - drums. Check out our album: Ruthful Youth by Powder on all streaming platforms.
Powder
City Light Collective is an innovative and dynamic collective that pushes the boundaries of the jazz and pop genre. Comprising some of the most talented and versatile musicians in the musical community, this ensemble brings together a diverse range of musical backgrounds and influences to create a truly unique and captivating sound.
As a collective, City Light Collective fosters a sense of community, collaboration, and mutual respect among its members. They embrace the spirit of improvisation and experimentation, constantly seeking new ways to expand and evolve their sound. Through their dedication to their craft and their commitment to pushing the boundaries of jazz, City Light Collective has established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the contemporary jazz scene.
Venture Church/ City Light Academy online
Grand Nova Band started as a passion project by a group of music enthusiasts who wanted to create a platform that provides cover music for entertainment fun. Over time, Grand Nova has grown into a community band providing the highest quality of music all around Southern California.
Grand Nova
Cultural Stage
In addition to the main competition, Ta'utiare, Aki Drums, and Ballet Folklorico will be keeping the energy high on the side stage throughout Amplified Impact.
A beloved cornerstone of the Oceanside music community, this group unites people through the universal language of rhythm. Based along the Oceanside coast, they host vibrant drum circle jams near the beach and pier, creating a space where locals and visitors can connect, play, and be heard. Welcoming all skill levels, the group draws from world percussion traditions and cultures across the globe, making each gathering as much a cultural experience as it is a musical one.
Aki Drums
A cherished part of the Oceanside Unified School District, this after-school club brings traditional Mexican folk dance to students from 2nd grade through high school. Rooted in cultural pride and heritage, Ballet Folklórico Estrella gives young dancers a chance to connect with their roots while developing their craft alongside peers from across the district. From school events and assemblies to local community performances, they carry the vibrant traditions of folklórico into spaces where it can be seen, felt, and celebrated.
Ballet Folklorico
A Polynesian dance group based in Oceanside, California, specializing in Tahitian and other Polynesian dance styles. They offer performances, often featuring at local events like Sea World and Frontwave Arena.