Apply to play Athens PopFest 2010

Lineup has yet to be announced, but it could include you

By Gabe Vodicka Tuesday February 16, 2010 09:24 PM EST

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After taking a year off due to economic restrictions, the Athens PopFest is returning full-force to Athens, Ga. this summer. The jams will be kicked out from August 10-14 in downtown Athens, featuring around 60 bands spread out across three venues.

Past PopFest performers include Roky Erickson, Deerhoof, Daniel Johnston, Circulatory System, Elf Power, Ted Leo & the Pharmacists, the Mountain Goats, and the Selmanaires, to name a few. The lineup for this year's shindig has yet to be announced, but it could include you! That's right, PopFest organizers are accepting applications from musical acts wishing to be part of the festivities. In all, seven bands will be chosen based on applications submitted at this website.

The deadline looks to be the end of May, so hit the studio (or bedroom) and record that hot twee-pop EP you know you've always had in you. You're gonna be a star, kid.