Battle of the Bands

Published 2001

Players race to get a set number of "Superstar Points", through paid gigs and hit singles, using the familiar "draw-one play-one" method. You build your band using member cards, and equip them with instrument cards and reputation cards. When a "gig" card comes up, the players all roll 1d6, then add in the bonuses from their band members, the highest roller getting the gig. "Contract" cards allow you to start playing "Hit Singles" on yourself (for more "Superstar Points"), and other cards affect your band and gameplay in various different ways.

Mechanics

Hand Management Take That

Categories

Card Game Humor Music Party Game

Designers

Dan Smith

Publishers

Dan Smith Industries Third World Games
Battle of the Bands

Game Info

Players
2-4 Players
Time
45 min
Weight
Light — 1.43/5
Year
2001
BGG Rating
5.80
BGG Rank
#21897
Min Age
13+

Frequently Asked Questions

Battle of the Bands supports 2 to 4 players.
A typical game of Battle of the Bands takes about 45 minutes.
Battle of the Bands has a complexity rating of 1.43/5.00 on BoardGameGeek, placing it in the 'Light' category. It is very accessible and great for new gamers.
The recommended minimum age for Battle of the Bands is 13+. This makes it suitable for teens and adults.
Battle of the Bands has a rating of 5.80/10 on BoardGameGeek, based on 184 ratings. It is ranked #21897 overall.
Battle of the Bands was designed by Dan Smith. It was published in 2001.