“Event Horizon” won the Kent Public Library’s first annual Battle of the Bands held on Saturday, July 10. Eight local high school and college bands competed for the title of best band and a $300 gift certificate.
“Event Horizon” is a progressive rock band from Mahopac. Band members Craig Podell (bass), John Clark (vocals, guitar), Parke O’Leary (drums), Dave Santini (vocals, guitar), and Mario Polito (guitar) were thrilled with the win. Competing bands included, “Adrenaline Rush,” “The Parthenon,” “Megazord Theory,” “Pray for Dawn,” “Ascendancy,” “Event Horizon,” “Kid Jerusalem” and “To Know Avail.”
Over 200 people attended the Battle and enjoyed a day of great music. Children’s Librarian Gina Loprinzo said the day “was a major success and met the events goal of bringing teenagers into the Library. The music was great and all the bands did a fantastic job.”
When the plan was first hatched to conduct a Battle of the Bands; Gina, Library Director, Frank Rees and Assistant Director, Katie Ventura reached out to the community for sponsors and support. Donations came in many different avenues, The Town of Kent supplied the location and electicity, Cartwright & Daughters Tent & Party Rentals supplied the tent and the Friends of the Kent Public Library provided refreshments. All in all creating a successful event and day that was enjoyed by everyone who attended.
When asked about plans for future battles Frank Rees commented "With this much success and community support The Kent Public Library Battle of the Bands is going to become an annual event".
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