All across town local bands are duking it out for recognition, but perhaps none want it more than Steez or Fat J and the Pinners.

Both bands have spent the spring battling for the chance to show off their skills this summer. Combined, the acts received more than 200 audience votes and the victor of the final contest wins a slot on the Harley-Davidson Roadhouse stage at Summerfest 2008.

It goes down this Friday, May 16 at the Up and Under Pub. House of Harley kicks it off at 6 p.m. with a weather-permitting ride from headquarters at 6221 W. Layton Ave. to the finals.

Gasman from WHQG, 102.9 "The Hog" shows up at 9 p.m. to broadcast live on-site as the bands perform two sets each. A $5 cover gets you through the door and the chance to find out what these new Hogmaster drinks are all about.

Y ou can hear both bands perform live tomorrow on 88NINE Radio Milwaukee beginning at 5:30 p.m.