Hanford, CA---- J-Live Entertainment's 2nd Annual Kings of the Stage "A true battle of the local bands" is receiving an overwhelming response from bands and local media from all over the Central Valley.

New bands that have signed up recently are APOLLO RISING, MAX KAOS, WESTHOWARD, SHADY DILLON, CHECK RAISED and many others that are confirming their entry forms before the June 24, 2007 deadline at midnight pacific.

"We are excited to see the great interest from the great local bands from right here in Central Valley California", said Joey Perez, Founder of J-Live Entertainment. "This competition was created for them, and we are glad to see that the bands are taking advantage of the great opportunity".

Kings of the Stage 2 "a true battle of the local bands" is a one night only competition that will take place on Friday July 13 during the 2007 Kings Fair beginning at 8pm in the Fair's Outdoor Stage. Admission is free with Fair admission.

Once all bands have entered and signed up, fans will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite bands on JLIVEENT.COM through July 5. The TOP 8 bands with the most votes will compete and perform on July 13 at the Kings Fair and vie for $500 in cash, and commemorative crowns.

TO VIEW A FULL LIST OF BANDS THAT HAVE SIGNED UP, CLICK HERE!