Some of the Isle of Man's most promising rock bands have been entertaining TT revellers at the Bushy's beer tent and other local venues during the festival.
For many it's proved a welcome opportunity for wider exposure - and bigger audiences.
Back Door Slam is already established as one of the Island's premier acts - and will win the accolade of appearing in front of a packed house at the Gaeity Theatre this Saturday.
The band is currently working on a new EP.
But head of DAM productions Dave Armstrong says they must be prepared to leave their home patch if they want to make it big:
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