The Ernie Ball Battle of the Bands took place at Warped Tour every year. Over 10,000 bands tried out for the battle of the bands in 2005. The bands performed at their local Warped tour date and were judged by music industry professionals. If the bands did well in the competition, they were invited to perform as a side stage act on the Ernie Ball Stage of the Vans Warped Tour.Molenda, Michael. "Riffs: Ernie Ball's Battle of the Bands 9." Guitar Player Apr. 2006: 46. Print.
