Be Discovered At Marble Bar At Hilton Sydney

SYDNEY, 2013-01-19 — /travelprnews.com/ — Grab your guitar, pull out the drum sticks, dust off the microphone and warm up the vocal cords, Hilton Sydney‘s Marble Bar is scouting to discover Sydney’s next up-and-coming live band, with the launch of ‘Discovered at Marble Bar’.

‘Discovered at Marble Bar’ is a social media driven competition where contestants are encouraged to upload their demos through Marble Bar’s Facebook page. Contestants will be judged by an esteemed panel of experts including representatives from Rolling Stone Magazine Australia, MTV Australia and Corona. The general public can also join in by simply visiting Marble Bar’s Facebook page and voting for their favourite act.

The public’s votes in conjunction with the judges will select the top five bands, who will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to battle it out live, in front of the judges and invited industry guests, at a finale showcase at Marble Bar on Wednesday 27 March 2013.

The winning act will win a two month residency playing every Wednesday night in Marble Bar from April 2013*.

Hilton Sydney, General Manager, Michael Bourne said Marble Bar is an icon, there is no other bar like it in the city, from the moment you step into the space you can sense the history through the ornate furnishings, mix of vintage and classic cocktails and live music which all contribute to the uniqueness of the space. The launch of ‘Discovered at Marble’ is aimed at engaging with Sydney’s music community and fostering the development of the city’s dynamic music scene.

“Marble Bar is a bespoke and intimate space that has seen some of Australia’s and the world’s top music acts perform on its stages. With the launch of ‘Discovered at Marble’ we hope to uncover Sydney’s next up-and-coming talent who will receive a money can’t buy experience to perform in Marble Bar with the hopes of going on to a bigger and brighter future”.

Steeped in rich history Marble Bar is one of Sydney’s oldest and most historic landmarks. Built in 1893 behind The Lord Nelson Pub and Kirribilli House Marble Bar has survived the test of time as one of Sydney’s most lively music hubs. In its 120 extraordinary years Marble Bar’s stage has helped shaped the music community of Sydney, playing host to acts who have gone on to perform on ‘The Voice’ and become international stars including UK songstress Duffy. Marble Bar’s stage has played host to an eclectic mix of local and international stars including LMFAO, Cold Chisel, Wycleaf Jean, Eric Bonet, Scissor Sisters, Eve, The Veronicas, Slash and Liza Minnelli to name a few.

‘Discovered at Marble Bar’ presented by Hilton Sydney follows Hilton Hotels & Resorts involvement in some of history’s most pivotal music moments. These memories have included Keith Richards and Mick Jagger performing on the 45th floor of Hilton New York (1965), Jimi Hendrix in 1968 performed two sell out concerts at Washington Hilton (located in Washington, D.C.), John Lennon and Yoko Ono staged their ‘Bed-in for Peace’ at Hilton Amsterdam (1969) and the words to the famous ‘Imagine’ were penned on Hilton New York Stationary in 1971. In 2013 Hilton hits a high note with its involvement in supporting the globes music community including a 25 year partnership as the Official Hotel Partner of the GRAMMY® Awards.

‘Discovered at Marble’ competition details

Competition entry opens: 4 February 2013
Competition closes: 4 March 2013
Voting via Marble Bar Facebook page: 5 March 2013 – 18 March 2013
Grand Finale: Wednesday March 27 2013

Entrants can enter via the Marble Bar Facebook page www.facebook.com/marblebarsydney.

‘Discovered at Marble’ is supported by Rolling Stone Magazine Australia, MTV Australia and Corona.

Media can access additional information about Hilton Sydney at http://news.hilton.com/Sydney.

*For full competition terms and conditions visit www.facebook.com/marblebarsydney or www.marblebarsydney.com.au.

About Marble Bar
Tucked underneath the Hilton Sydney like a secret den, the landmark Marble Bar is a musical hub in the heart of the city. It’s a stylish setting to enjoy live artists in decadent Victorian surrounds, whilst sampling premium beers, fine wine and classic cocktails. Built in 1893 Marble Bars opulent furnishings have been influenced by 15th Century Italian Renaissance features 35 different varieties of Italian, Belgian and African marble as well as stained glass doors and ceilings, ornate carved bars of mahogany and a gallery of 14 Julian Ashton paintings valued at an estimated $1.6 million AUD. Loved by generations past and present, Marble Bar is a completely unique Sydney spot, as experienced by Liza Minnelli, Wyclef Jean, Eve, Kelly Rowland, Mischa Barton, Ewan McGregor, Adam Lambert and Slash who have all partied amongst its breathtaking and original marble features. Marble Bar, Underground, 488 George Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia T: (02) 9265 6072 / E: drink@marblebarsydney.com.au / W: www.marblebarsydney.com.au Facebook: www.facebook.com/marblebarsydney.