BRC Membership
For $25 per year, you can contribute to the BRC in support of progressive Black music and the artists who create it.
A group of 5 or more can become a member band by sending $100 in support of the BRC mission and agenda. Bands must be Black-led or co-led (songwriting and direction) and should consider sending a promotional link with music and video for reference.
We’re also offering automatic subscription memberships for those who are down for the long haul.
And, if you’re down for life, please consider becoming a lifetime member. For a one-time fee of $250, you will be treated to extra-special swag and party invitations. And you’ll always be on our VIP list.
Click on the link above or send a check or money order to:
Black Rock Coalition
P.O. Box 1054
Cooper Station
New York, 10276
Once you’ve officially joined, please send any promotional material to members@blackrockcoalition.org and, if you have dates or other information you want posted or just want to subscribe to our e-newsletter “This Week In Black Rock,” please send a message to brcmembersinfo@gmail.com.
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
