Submissions Now Open for Rock 'n' Roll Reparations, v.5

We’re now accepting new material for possible inclusion for our 40th anniversary compilation—Rock & Rock Reparations, Volume 5. The theme of which is “Black Resilience.” We’re seeking fully-produced and mastered songs, written or co-written and owned by Black artists, that will fit well within the Rock ‘n’ Roll Reparations series and contribute a strong voice among other progressive artists of color. You can submit up to two songs but, if your work is selected, only one will make the compilation. PLEASE FILL IN THE FORM BELOW.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 13, 11:59PM EST

Please make sure all uploads are properly labeled with your name.

Professional Name of Artist/Band

Contact Name and Relationship to Artist/Band

Contact Phone Number

Band/Artist Website

Social Networks

City/State/Country of Home Base

Year Band Was Formed

Artist/Band Bio (you can add Electronic Press Kit link here, if preferred)

Artist/Band Photo (not to exceed 10 MB)

Song #1 Title

Artist/Band Name

IPR Owner(s) Lyrics

IPR Owner(s) Music

Any Samples Used?

Yes No

Does this song appear on any other released/published recording?

Performers Appearing on this Recording (Name and Instrument)

Lyrics (if none, type N/A)

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Song #2 Title (if no second song, proceed to "send" below)

Artist/Band Name (if different from Song #1)

IPR Owner(s) Lyrics

IPR Owner(s) Music

Any Samples Used?

Yes No

Does this song appear on any other released/published recording?

Lyrics (if none, type n/a)

Performers Appearing on this Recording (Name and Instrument)

upload Song #2 (mp3, wav or aiff)

BRC Membership Status (current, lapsed, not eligible, not interested)

Do You Generally Agree with the Following: The Black Rock Coalition, Inc. (BRC) is compiling a multi-artist album with free digital (and physical) distribution to the public. Because this compilation will not be sold and no money will be made from it, there will be no advance or royalties paid. Bands will retain all rights to their music, granting BRC the non-exclusive right to include it with this release. All songs must be solely owned by the people submitting them, unless other licenses have been arranged and can be transferred. Song selection will be decided by the BRC executive board and a select panel of judges on or after October 13, 2025.

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