Bon Jovi gives local bands a chance to open 2022 tour, including Tampa stop

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Rock and roll legend Bon Jovi is offering local bands a chance to share the stage on its upcoming North American tour, including the April 15 show at Tampa's Amalie Arena.

One band will be selected for each tour date, and Tampa Bay residents are some of the few that could get the golden buzzer.

Those interested can submit an audition video on the official Bon Jovi website. The submission requires a minimum of 60 seconds, but a max of three minutes, and must be original music by the group. Artists can apply to play at any tour date, but only one entry is allowed—so choose wisely. This isn't the first time the Hall of Fame artist has used its platform to support small creatives. The 2017 "This House Is Not For Sale" tour had the same format as this year's competition to search for an opening act. 

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Brandalynn Nuñez Cepeda

Magazine journalism student with an affinity for music writing. Brandalynn has previously written for Glitter Magazine and was the editor-in-chief/contributor of USF's Her Campus chapter.
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