Meet the Finalists
Numerous preliminary rounds. Dozens of musicians. One final stage.
These bands battled their way through the Road to the Main Event and earned their place at the Guardians of the Children Wild West 15th Anniversary Battle of the Bands!
Garrett James and The Wanderers
Blues Rock • Tucson, Arizona
From Tucson, Arizona, Garrett James and The Wanderers are a young blues-rock band that combines the soulful grit of classic Vinyl-Era favorites with a modern, electrifying sound that’s uniquely their own.
PretendAZ
Rock • Tucson, Arizona
Fronted by Marty Novak as Chrissie Hynde and backed by a powerhouse band, PRETENDAZ captures the sound, attitude, and edge of one of rock’s most distinctive bands.
The Silver Scarecrows
Punk, grunge, and alternative rock • Tucson, Arizona
The Silver Scarecrows are an energetic punk/grunge trio from Tucson, Arizona, formed in 2022 by teens Thomas, Niko, and Andre. Drawing inspiration from Nirvana, Green Day, and The Offspring, they bring their playfulness and punk-infused sound to local venues like Groundworks and local youth events.
Battle of the Bands Registration
Register your band for the Guardians of the Children Wild West 15th Anniversary main event on November 14th, 2026. Open to all ages, youth bands are strongly encouraged to apply!