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Pepsi Co. and Shanghai TV have invited ‘underground’ bands from across China to compete in an American Idol-style TV show. It’s China’s ‘Battle of the Bands,’ and the finals are fast approaching.
Pepsi Co. and Shanghai TV have invited “underground” bands from across China to compete in an American Idol-style TV show. It’s China’s “Battle of the Bands,” and the finals are fast approaching. The winners will get some cash, some new equipment, and a recording contract with Pepsi Co.’s music label. The World’s Mary Kay Magistad checks out some of the finalists in Shanghai.