THE search is still on for some of the best local bands to make their mark at Middlesbrough Music Live this year.

With about 18 places up for grabs at two stages dedicated local bands, musicians are in with the chance of playing to a massive audience.

Organised by Middlesbrough Council in partnership with local promoters Ten Feet Tall, last year’s event attracted more than 47,000 people.

Top indie favourites The Zutons have already been confirmed as headliners for this year’s tenth anniversary event on Sunday, June 7 Organisers are asking all local bands who would like to be considered for this year’s line-up to get in touch before the deadline on Wednesday.

Phil Saunders, of Ten Feet Tall, said: “We’ve got some great bands in and around the Tees Valley. They always play a big part at Music Live, and we want to make sure we have the best and freshest bands around.

“So we’re asking any bands who’d like to play to get in touch on our online forum and post up a link to their myspace pages.”

Interested bands should visit tenfeettall.co.uk