Alpine Motel
BattleCat
Dead Set On Life
MA1N Street
Some Old Friends
Alpine Motel
BattleCat
Dead Set On Life
MA1N Street
Some Old Friends
The stage is set for the 2026 Music Mashup Battle of the Bands.
Bands from around the region were invited to submit a video performance of themselves to be considered for this competitive event, which is set for Saturday, March 14 at the Capitol Theatre in downtown Greeneville.
Main Street Greeneville, the host of the Music Mashup, has now announced which bands have been selected to battle it out for the title of best band in the region. The five bands selected to compete are: Alpine Motel, BattleCat, Dead Set On Life, MA1N Street, and Some Old Friends.
The public is being invited to attend the show and decide for themselves which band they love the best. Doors open at 6 p.m. The competition will begin at 7 p.m.
Cost for admission is $20 in advance and $25 the day of the show. Children ages five and under will be admitted free. General admission tickets to the Music Mashup are available online through the Capitol Theatre’s ticket outlet link on the venue’s website at https://www.capitolgreeneville.org/ . Click on the Events link to find the Music Mashup.
“If you are a lover of music and different genres, then this event is for you,” says Jann Mirkov, director of Main Street Greeneville.
This is the third year that the Music Mashup has been presented. the two top winners will headline their own shows in July at the popular Lyrics on the Lawn summer concert series. The shows are held outdoors on the lawn of the Dickson-Williams Mansion in downtown Greeneville.
“In addition to performing at Lyrics the winners will receive a Music Mashup trophy, along with bragging rights, and event publicity,” Mirkov adds.
The event is supported through an ABC Grant from The Tennessee Arts Commission. It is locally sponsored by the Capitol Theatre of Greeneville.
Here is some additional information about each band scheduled to compete in the Music Mashup:
• Alpine Motel is an indie rock band from Abingdon, Virginia. Blending influences both old and new, their sound evokes nostalgic soundscapes, vintage charm, and wistful melodies—perfect for late-night drives. After releasing their debut album, “Chiaroscuro,” in 2025, the band has only picked up momentum. This year, they’re writing more, playing more, and aiming to soar to even greater heights than before.
• BattleCat is a group of well-seasoned musicians bringing you the best in rock, pop and blues music. Alan Leake leads the band with world class vocals. Jamie Henry provides the guitar work, having played in bands throughout Europe and the southern U.S. His influences include blues and classic rock with a little bit of classical mixed in. Randy Goan plays keyboards and supplies background vocals. A native of Morristown, he has played in various blues and rock bands in Eastern Tennessee. Montoya “Mark” Bowman is on drums, hailing from Rogersville. Bassist Jeff Sawyer, from Baneberry by way of Texas, also provides background vocals. His influences are many and cover the gamut of blues and all genres of rock.
• Dead Set On Life has built a reputation for breathing new life into the songs that shaped rock history. Their tribute sets weave together southern rock anthems, and the best of 70s rock ‘n roll, creating a 70s rock tribute band experience that feels both familiar and thrillingly fresh. With searing guitar riffs, powerhouse vocals, and a rhythm section that rocks like a freight train, the band transforms every stage into a full-tilt rock and roll revival. While paying tribute to legends of the past, Dead Set on Life keeps audiences singing, dancing, and wanting more.
• MA1N Street is a high-energy alternative rock band homegrown from Greeneville. This four-piece group delivers raw, unfiltered rock n roll to every show. MA1N Street produces classic covers from each decade right alongside their heavy original anthems.
• Some Old Friends was a band born in Carter County during COVID when long-time friends Carrie Maggard and Rich McDougall connected to play music for their birthdays. This project has since grown into our current four-piece lineup with the addition of Thomas McCauley on bass and Anthony Wayne on drums. Their shows feature a wide variety of music — rock, blues, country and alternative favorites from the 70s through today — along with a collection of original songs. Each set is tailored to fit the specific vibe of the venue and audience.
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