3 Facts About Red Crayola's Discovery at a Houston Mall Battle of the Bands

Red Crayola were discovered in March 1967 at Gulfgate Mall in Houston. They performed with the Familiar Ugly at a radio station KNUZ Battle of the Bands.

The band’s discovery came from a local mall competition, not a traditional music venue. This setting was typical for 1960s regional talent showcases.

The performance led to their first record deal. It remains the most notable outcome of that specific Battle of the Bands.