MUMBAI: Channel [v] will introduce [v] Launch Pad as part of the Mumbai Festival celebration. The talent hunt show will provide a platform to unearth the most talented band from across the country.

 
In a series of challenges designed to give one band the chance to grab a coveted spot, the band will be subsequently launched.

The commencement of the hunt for the country's hottest band will culminate with five of the most talented bands, an official release says.

The panel of judges will be responsible for judging these talented bands would be music director duo- Vishal and Shekhar along with Channel [v] head of music programming and MARs (Music and Artist Relation) Luke Kenny.

The contestants can register online by logging onto www.vindia.com. The entrants also have an opportunity of walk in-registration into selective Café Coffee Day outlets, on 15 December, the last date for registration.

Launch Pad being a seasonal property will give a rundown of the show in three episode series on Channel [v].

The five selected bands will get an opportunity to perform the opening act of an international artist's show. The finale concert will be exclusively hosted by Channel [v] on 15 January., informs the release.