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In two separate instances, Bon Jovi has put out the call that they’re looking for some local bands to open for them on tour.

When Bon Jovi comes to the Mohegan Sun Arena to perform two concerts on March 26 & 27, they will share the stage with two lucky, up-and-coming local bands.

To facilitate the competition, Bon Jovi has partnered with local radio stations The River 105.9 FM, Country 92.5 FM and KISS ! 95.7 FM to run a contest on-air, online and through station newsletters. The “Opening Act Contest,” which launches today, is open to all bands in the Connecticut region. Each band can enter at www.theriver1059.com, www.kiss957.com or www.country925.com by following the homepage banners linked to a dedicated webpage and submitting a video of themselves playing an original song.

And when Bon Jovi comes to the Xcel Energy Center on April 7 & 8, they’ll need an opening act — And they’re extending that invitation to two lucky Twin Cities’ bands.

To find these performers, Bon Jovi has partnered with KQRS for an “Opening Act Contest,” where local bands can sign up for a chance to win this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to open for Bon Jovi. Each band can enter at KQRS’ Web site by following the homepage banners and submitting a video of themselves playing an original song.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the winning bands, and it’s an interesting trend that I personally would love to see continue!