Recorded live at the University of Warwick Students' Union, this landmark release marks the inaugural collaboration between Warwick BandSoc and Olive Hill Records.

Throughout the winter of 2026, Olive Hill Records worked alongside BandSoc to document the raw energy and creative spirit of the university’s music scene. Together, we have produced two definitive compilation albums capturing the definitive performances from this year’s Battle of the Bands tournament.

This first volume showcases the original music of the artists who took the stage during Heats 1–5. From indie anthems to heavy riffs, these tracks were recorded live in the heat of competition, preserved for your listening pleasure exactly as they were heard on the night.

Stay tuned for Volume 2, featuring the semi-finalists and finalists!

Artwork by E. Reeman

Produced by Onur Şen-Chadun 

Photography by Irmak Değertekin

OH-004: Battle of the Bands, 2026 - Heats 1-5 is available to preorder now.