Battle of the Boroughs 2015: Brooklyn
Heylady, 2014 winners of the Brooklyn Battle of the Boroughs
Overview
We’re on a quest to find 2015’s best undiscovered performer from across all genres in New York City — soulful hip-hop acts, instrumental ensembles, indie rock bands and more.
Come out for a party, hear great music and inspiring stories, then vote for the act you want to represent the borough in the Ultimate Battle. Emceed by WQXR’s Terrance McKnight, contestants get the opportunity to hear feedback from an award-winning panel of artists and producers including vocalist and Q2 Music host Helga Davis, drummer, metal queen and New Sounds assistant producer, Caryn Havlik, and producer of the Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival Wes Jackson, who will serve as judges.
Brooklyn Battle Contestants:
- Brian Bonz & the Major Crimes (Indie, Alternative)
- Company of Selves (Rock)
- Cool Company (Pop)
- Isaac Sawyer (Hip-Hop)
- Maya Solovey
- The Nat Osborn Band (Indie, Pop, Soul, Funk)
- Roberto Poveda (World Latin)
- Teletextile (Orchestral Indie Rock)