DONATE
As a 501(c)3, all donations will further our cause and you can write it off with Uncle Sam. So, if you’re feeling what we’ve been doing for the past 40 years (and you’re feeling generous), please consider giving today.
Link: https//www.pledge.to/brc40
Text BRC40 TO 707070 TO DONATE
JOIN
We are offering one-time or automatic membership subscriptions for individuals and bands*. For $25 or $100 annually, you can contribute to the BRC in support of our mission to champion progressive Black musicians and the music they create. Subscription members might also receive special member perks on the anniversary of their subscription.
*Bands (of 5+ people) must be Black-led or co-led (songwriting and direction) and must submit a promotional package with links, press kits, or mp3s for review.
Click on the link above for payment and then send promotional packages to: submissions@blackrockcoalition.org “Attention: new member submission”
MEMBER BENEFITS
“THIS WEEK IN BLACK ROCK” WEEKLY EMAILS
The BRC issues a weekly e-mail listing concerts, events and activities of interest. BRC members and bands are featured prominently in the listings.
DISCOUNTS/FREE ADMISSION TO SELECTED BRC EVENTS
All BRC members in good standing will get first access to free or discounted admission to select BRC-sponsored events, clinics and panels.
BEING PART OF A MULTI-DISCIPLINED COMMUNITY 40 YEARS STRONG
BRC members have access to others with similar interests in furthering the creation and dissemination of progressive Black music. A varied and passionate group, musicians and non-musicians alike can connect with others who share their appreciation for Black ownership and self-determination.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
– The BRC Showcase is our artist platform for independent talent. We produce these shows at venues around New York City on a limited basis.
– The Black Rock Coalition Orchestra is a collection of the top musicians in the country who participate in repertory and tribute shows. The BRC has organized both international and US tours for multiple iterations of the Orchestra since 1989.
MUSIC CLINICS
From time to time, the BRC hosts educational clinics at which different musicians, producers and other creative people in the music industry present hands-on demonstrations of technique, tips and business advice in real world practical terms.
PANEL DISCUSSIONS
As demand requires, the BRC organizes interactive discussions with music industry professionals to address a wide variety of subjects, dispensing crucial information and presenting incredible networking opportunities. Topics have ranged from copyrights and publishing, Internet distribution, marketing, radio and health benefits for working musicians. Knowledgeable participants have included Nile Rodgers, Imhotep Gary Byrd, and Nona Hendryx.
BLACK ROCK COALITION RECORDS
“BRC Records” is an independent label owned and operated by the BRC to showcase progressive Black artists. To date, the BRC has issued twelve (12) compilations: Rock ‘N’ Roll Reparations, Vol. 4 (2020), Rock ‘N’ Roll Reparations, Vol. 3 (2015), Sisters, Songwriters & Sirens (songs written by the women featured in our Tribute to Black Women Songwriters tour of France, 2015), Liberation Songs (collaboration with Laina Dawes’ book ‘What Are You Doing Here,’ 2013), Rock ‘N’ Roll Reparations, Vol. 2 (2010), Sister Songwriters (songs written by the women featured in our Tribute to Black Women Songwriters tour of France, 2010), N.S.pired (songs written by the women featured in our Nina Simone tributes in France, 2009), Rock ‘N’ Roll Reparations, Vol. 1 (2005), The Bronze Buckaroo Rides Again (2000), Blacker Than That (1991), The History of Our Future (1989), and 9 Against Nepotism (1987). All artists featured are standing or honorary members of the BRC.
BRC SOCIAL SHOUTOUTS
The BRC website and socials are how we connect outside of live or in-person events. In addition to posting BRC activities, events, and interviews, we also share member events and profiles when possible
