Welcome to the RMC! We hope you will join us and the best part is, that membership in the Rochester Music Coalition is FREE! Please register for a login and password in order to take full advantage of all we have to offer. If you are a musician our website has some great tools and resources for you to use as you pursue your musical aspirations. It is important to make sure to fill out all the requested info in the Musician’s Directory here. This will be very helpful for people who may want to hire you for various musical events. In addition the Directories section has contact info and links for festivals, media outlets (print, radio, TV), stores, venues and more where you can submit or sell your music, get work, and promote yourself. Your membership will also allow you to post your shows on our Music Calendar and post free ads in the Classifieds section of our website.
For musicians and music fans alike, we have tons of links to music related info, products, services and much, much more in the Resources section and throughout the entire site. In the musician’s directory you can learn about all the wonderful talent of our members and their website links will lead you to where you can listen to their music. Our Music Calendar will tell you when and where our members are playing in the area so you can go out to see and hear them perform. We are constantly adding things here so please take the time to look through our entire website often so you don’t miss out on anything.
We ask all members to please spread the word about the RMC to EVERYONE you know. If you have a website please add a link to us on it. The more that people know about us, the better it is for you.
If you wish to participate in any RMC events or projects you must be a registered member of the RMC and you or at least one member of your band must live in the Monroe or Livingston County area of NY State. You will also need to send us 3 copies of your CD (radio quality only and must be ORIGINAL music) and press kit/contact info to:
Rochester Music Coalition
PO Box 26378
Rochester NY 14626
IMPORTANT NOTE: The Rochester Music Coalition/RMC will not be held responsible in any way for anything that might arise from information or advice found within our websites, or from any contact/interactions of any kind with any of our members. Any contact with our members, information or advice offered and used or followed by others, is strictly at each person’s own risk and discretion.
The RMC is twelve years old as of January 2013! Not too bad for those naysayers who thought we would not survive. A huge thanks to all our valued members and supporters in the community. Please continue to spread the word and make use of the RMC's even larger presence on the internet this year. We ask that ALL members register on all of our sites to take advantage of the information and unique features that each one has to offer. Check out our companion websites at:
RMC at My Space
April 26, 2013
Support your scene by donating to the RMC
By donating to the RMC you help support the art of music and have an active roll in the success of the music scene in the Rochester/Monroe/Livingston County area. We are fiscally sponsored by, and function under the non-profit umbrella of the Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
All donations are tax deductible. Please make out all checks, money orders and charges to:
Main line: Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
NOTE: Please specify clearly on the memo line that your donation is for: Rochester Music Coalition
For further info contact or mail your donation to:
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
Livingston Arts Center
4 Murray Hill Drive
Mount Morris NY 14510
Phone: 585-243-6785
Fax: 585-243-6787
E-mail: mail@gvcaonline.org
We do not require dues from any of our members - all of our income is derived from donations and benefit shows. Your donations will be used to: provide services to our members, for website hosting/development, RMC operating costs/materials, publicity, and other various RMC events and projects.
NOTE: After you post your events on the RMC Calendar make sure check out the GVCA Calendar
and post your events there too.
April 25, 2013
Introducing The Rochester Music Coalition Online Store
We now have a place where you can purchase official RMC merchandise. This is another great way to help us since a portion of your purchase is sent to the RMC. There are all kinds of shirts, hats, mugs, stickers etc. Thanks in advance for your support!
Rochester Music Coalition Online Store
April 24, 2013
Local music on the air! Have your say...
We need your feedback. The RMC is currently collecting data to provide to radio stations in our area as to the interest in hearing local music on the radio. It will only take a few seconds and your input is vital to the success of this project. Tune into Rochester and support your scene – the music is here!
Take our poll and let us know!
April 23, 2013
RMC Hall Of Fame/In Memoriam
In the RMC Hall Of Fame section here you will find tributes to notable Rochester, Monroe and Livingston County musicians, and memorable events in the area's music history. If you know of anyone who should be recognized for their accomplishments in the field of music, please let us know. We have also taken some space to recognize current and former members of our community who have made major accomplisments in their varied fields (besides music) over the years.
The In Memoriam section of our site pays tribute to those whose song was silenced before its time...
April 22, 2013
RMC Partner - The Rochester Music Hall Of Fame
The RMC has been compiling lists of notable Rochester area, Monroe and Livingston County musicians, those who have enriched our music scene, memorable events in the area's music history, and eventually we will induct the best of the best into the Rochester Music Coalition Hall of Fame section of our website. It has always been a major goal of the RMC to have an actual physical structure to honor these people, and now thanks to one of our coalition partners, The Rochester Music Hall of Fame, that dream is closer than ever to becoming a reality. As they begin to induct people into the Rochester Music Hall of Fame, they will automatically be inducted into ours here as well. The RMC is going to do everything possible to assist them in their endeavors, and we ask that all our members help them out too. You can learn more at:
Rochester Music Hall Of Fame
If you know of anyone who should be recognized for their accomplishments related to the field of music, and who should be added to the Hall Of Fame section here on our website, please let us know.
April 21, 2013
Musicians Wanted To Donate Performance Time
Calling all musicians - The Hamlet assisted living community is looking for musicians who can donate at least an hour of their time to play for the residents. Must have own equipment (except residence does have a piano) and be able to play for at least one hour. Type of music that is best is from 40's - now - easy listening, classic songs/standards etc that people 55 and up would enjoy. If interested please contact:
585-368-4042
Hamlet/Villages At Park Ridge
1471 Long Pond Road
Rochester NY 14626
Thanks for any time you can spare to help the elders in our community enjoy the precious time they have left in life. Remember - one day this could be you or someone you love!
April 20, 2013
Rochester Public Library Looking For Musicians To Perform
The Rochester Public Library is looking for musicians to perform at their monthly series called: “Caution – Artist At Work.” It is a once a month event usually held on the third Saturday of each month from 1:00 – 3:00 PM. All genres of music are welcome. These shows are acoustic only – no amplification allowed. Solo acts are preferred but duos and trios will be considered. Performers will be paid $40 for their appearance.
(NOTE: No CD’s or merchandise can be sold on the premises). We urge as many of you as possible to participate since the success and future continuation of this series will be of great benefit to our community. If you are interested in performing, please send a press kit - including CD of your music, bio and complete contact information to:
ATT: Judy Schewe – Arts Division
Rochester Public Library
115 South Avenue
Rochester NY 14604
Or you can send your bios and contact information and links to your music online to:
Judy Schewe – Arts Division
jschewe@libraryweb.org
If you have questions or need other info you can also call Judy at: 585-428-8139
Central Library Of Rochester And Monroe County
New Music @ RPL - Blog dedicated to a mix of various genres of recorded music that is being added to the library collection on a weekly basis. You will get a sampling of pop, rock, hip-hop, R&B, alternative, rap, reggae, jazz, classical, country, gospel, folk, world etc.
New Music @ RPL
December 25, 2012
The X Factor - Simon Cowell’s Show Looking For Singers
Have you got it? The X Factor, Simon Cowell’s (former American Idol judge) singing competition, is looking for singers to audition for it’s new Fall 2012 series on the Fox TV Network. You must be at least 12 years of age by March 1, 2012, a legal US citizen or eligible to work full time, and without a current music recording contract. Both solo artists and vocal groups can participate and there is no upper age limit. Auditions are now in progress. The winner will receive a 5 million dollar recording contract with Sony music.
The X Factor
December 24, 2012
NBC Looking For Singers For TV Show - The Voice
NBC and Executive Producers John de Mol & Mark Burnett are looking for "The Voice." This is a show about real talent, the best voice, right attitude, unique sound and performance that makes a lasting impression. All music styles are welcome. You can audition online with their interactive audition tool or in person. NOTE: If you wish to audition in person, you must register ahead of time on their website before attending the audition:
The Voice Registration Info
US cities will be holding auditions so see their website for details.
Open Call Audition Requirements:
Please bring the following to auditions:
Completed application and release forms
Be prepared to sing two (2) songs that showcase your vocal stylings.
You may sing a cappella, to a track of your choice (CD or MP3 of the track to be provided by you) or with one instrument (also to be provided by you).
You may be asked to perform a song of the producer's choice.
Please plan to be at the audition all day. We suggest bringing snacks and water. You may be asked to stay for a call back the next day, so please plan accordingly. For more info, contact The Voice at 1-877-919-7164 or e-mail them at:
info@NBCTheVoice.com
For more info visit their website at:
The Voice
January 5, 2012
Got Talent? Shows At City Of Rochester Recreation Centers - 2012
Are you a City of Rochester resident ages 10-19? Do you like to sing, dance, rap, write and read poetry, make visual art? Then share your talents with your peers and the community! Try out for talent shows, held at City of Rochester Recreation Centers, sponsored by the Humboldt Recreation Center! Learn more at:
City Of Rochester Recreation Center Talent Shows
February 18, 2011
FREE - Musician’s Guide To Recording
Free guide from Disc Makers and the Music Player Network paked with tips and articles designed for anyone involved in audio recording. It contains in-depth information about writing, recording, mixing, mastering and more.
Musician’s Guide To Recording
December 31, 2009
On Stage
Some of Rochester’s best musicians hit the stage this September when WXXI presents OnStage, a new weekly musical series. Tune in for great performances, intimate interviews, compelling stories and discover your favorite local musicians!
Watch Sundays at 7:00 PM on WXXI TV (Channel 21/Time Warner Cable Channel 11)
For performers, schedules and more check out their website:
On Stage
Listen Thursdays at 6:00PM on WRUR 88.5 FM
WRUR
December 16, 2009
WBZA 98.9 FM – The Buzz Supports Local Music With Sunday Night Shakedown
Tune in to Sunday Night Shakedown with host Frank DeBlase (City Newspaper music critic). Hear music from Rochester’s past, present and future. Learn more about Rochester’s music scene, as well as where and when the artists will be playing so you can see them live. The show has now been expanded to 3 hours airs every Sunday night from 8:00-11:00 PM on 98.9 FM – The Buzz.
Sunday Night Shakedown
ATT: SHAMELESS PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY
If you have an upcoming show or CD you wish to promote make sure to take advantage of this opportunity to spread the word. If you wish to submit your music for review in City Newspaper or for airplay and possible live appearance on Sunday Night Shakedown send CD and press kit at least one month in advance to:
Frank DeBlase
City Newspaper
250 North Goodman Street
Rochester NY 14604
Make sure to give date and full details of show/CD that you are going to be promoting.
December 15, 2009
WBEE 92.5 FM – The Bee Supports Local Country Music
WBEE 92.5 FM is looking for original country or country influenced music to play on its local music show to air on Sunday nights from 8:00 – 10:00 PM. If you wish to submit your music for airplay on this show, send CD, bio and press kit to:
Billy Kidd/Program Director
WBEE 92.5 FM
70 Commercial Street
Rochester NY 14614
For more info call or check out their website:
585-423-2900
WBEE 92.5 FM
December 14, 2009
The Drive 100.5 FM Looking For Local Music
The Drive 100.5 FM is glad to support home-grown music in the Rochester area. By submitting to NEW! Discover Music at MyDriveFM.com (sponsored by Clear Channel Broadcasting Inc), your music could possibly be played on air! In addition, you could be exposed to more than 10 million people per month on nearly 400 radio station web sites across the country!
NEW! Discover Music - MyDriveFM.com
MyDriveFM - Local Music Page
December 13, 2009
WBER 90.5 FM - Supports Local Music In Regular Rotation
RMC wishes to thank Program Director Joey Guisto and WBER 90.5FM for continuing to add local bands into regular rotation. Also tune into the Local Show every Sunday night from 8:00-10:00 PM for two hours of local music programming. If you wish to get your music played on the Local Show send a copy of your CD with press kit and complete contact info to:
WBER Local Show
Monroe #1 BOCES
41 O`Connor Road
Fairport NY 14450
For more info check out their website:
WBER
December 12, 2009
6 Internet Radio Stations Looking For Your Music
Insider iRadio has hundreds of songs from Rochester area bands and musicians. Register and submit your songs on their website or just listen for an all around Rochester music experience.
Insider iRadio
Sore Thumb Internet Radio
Sore Thumb Internet Radio is run by artists, for artists and their fans. To be eligble for airplay, your music submissions must be original, copyrights on your music must be wholly controlled by you, any material submitted must be written by you, and you must have the authority to allow Sore Thumb Radio the rights to broadcast it. You must also live in Monroe, Ontario, Wayne, Orleans, Genesee or Livingston County. There are many ways to promote yourself through their web site and on the station itself. Submit your music now and get heard at:
Sore Thumb Internet Radio Music Submission
WGAD
Getting independent music to the masses. They ask that all artists visit the submit music page on their website before sending any music. They will need info on you including, music rights and any affiliations they may have with the Record Industry and their main focus is original artists, doing original works. They will accept any format that you have your music in and they can convert most formats (if not all) to the format they are using.
They would like to start a weekly local show. One day a week for 2-4 hours, nothing but local artists. The time will depend on how many artists submit music. They would also like to do interviews with local artists to play during that 2-4 hour time period. Any artist wanting to particpate can drop them line. Again, the music must be 100% indie and no cover tunes, original artists and music only. Your music could also end up in their daily rotation. In addition they are putting together a video selection page, so if your band has a video and would like for them to host it, let them know.
Submit your music/video via mail or e-mail at:
WGADNET
103 Alden Road
Rochester NY 14626
Artists can reach the submit page at:
WGAD Music Submission
If you have any questions or to submit your music via e-mail contact Greg Dawson at
wgad@wgad.net
WDYN Independent Radio 100.1
If you wish to submit your music please include this statement with your submission: I hereby grant Dynamic Independent Radio (WDYN.NET) permission to play my music on their station. I understand WDYN does not pay royalites. Sign it, date it and send it to:
WDYN Independent Radio 100.1
2844-46 Dewey Avenue
Rochester NY 14616
Phone: 585-621-6270
Fax: 585-621-6278
E-Mail: wdyn@wdyn.net
P.E. Radio is an online radio station dedicated to unsigned/independent artists. They will play your music and get you heard by fans from the UK, Japan, NY, FL, Cali, NJ, MI, TX, VA, and many other places across the globe. For more info, visit:
P.E. Radio
Revolver Underground is looking for indie artists to submit music for airplay on their 24/7 internet radio station featuring live DJ's, many genres, and a 2 hour syndicated radio show on terrestrial radio stations as well. All submissions must be (royalty free) - you must own all the rights to the music. Content/lyrics must be positive and no foul language/profanity, hateful, racist or sexual content will be allowed. These are non-negotiable terms. For further info you can contact:
Eric Blumanhourst
eric@revolverunderground.com
Submit your material through their website at:
Revolver Underground
June 29, 2008
City Newspaper Offers Free Classified Ads And Website Promo To Musicians
After posting your free classified ad here on the RMC website, make sure to send it to City Newspaper as well. They offer free classified ads for musicians every week in Jam Section. Call 244-3329 Ext 23 or e-mail:
classifieds@rochestercitynews.com
Full name, mailing address and daytime phone number must accompany all ads or they will not be accepted. Limit is 25 words and deadline is Fridays at 5:30 PM.
City Newspaper
They also have a feature on their website where you can promote yourself. Check it out at:
Life In Rochester
June 28, 2008
D&C Supports/Reviews Local Musicians
The Democrat and Chronicle features Jeff Spevak's Local Beat every Thursday in Weekend, which is a story about a local performer (band, DJ, singer-songwriter or something else entirely) plus a photo of the performer, details on an upcoming gig and (hopefully) a link to their Web site for a sound bite. They also highlight local music acts in their calendar pages, with a photo and a caption. Not every local act with a gig that week will be featured, but over a year's time, there'll be more than 100 acts highlighted.
Here's what they are looking for:
A performer should e-mail a bio, contact info, upcoming gig details (who's on the bill, time, date, club name, address, phone, cover), a high-resolution (250 dpi or higher) color JPG and links to MP3s to jspevak@DemocratandChronicle.com. If the performer doesn't have a photo, they may contact them to set up a photo shoot. If all that info isn't available electronically, the performer can mail a bio, contact info, upcoming gig details, a color photo print and a CD to:
Jeff Spevak - Local Beat
Democrat and Chronicle
55 Exchange Blvd
Rochester NY 14614
NOTE: deadline is three weeks before the publication date each week. Have the clubs and venues you're performing at e-mail schedules to: ewashing@DemocratandChronicle.com.
Eric Washington puts together the music calendar that appears in Weekend, on DemocratandChronicle.com, and in Insider, both in print and online.
The D&C has an average weekday circulation of 173,000 (that's papers sold), for an average daily readership of 363,000. If they write stories about 52 acts in a year and show at least 52 more in their calendar pages, that all adds up to a lot of eyes (and ears) on local music.
June 27, 2008
Words & Music - Freetime Magazine Local Music Reviews
Freetime Magazine reviews local music in every issue in their Words & Music column. Read about the newest local music CD's and upcoming live shows.
Freetime
To submit your music for review send CD and press kit to:
Freetime Magazine
850 University Avenue
Rochester NY 14607
June 26, 2008
House of Guitars & Record Archive Support Local Musicians
The House of Guitars & Record Archive support the musicians in our area with special sections in their stores devoted to local music. They also have a performance areas if you would like to schedule a time to play live in the store to promote your CD. If you have a CD you would like them to sell for you or play live in the store, you can contact them at:
House Of Guitars
645 Titus Avenue
Rochester NY 14617
585-544-9928
House of Guitars
Record Archive
33-1/3 Rockwood Street
Rochester NY 14610
Phone: 585-244-1210
Fax: 585 244-7408
Record Archive
April 22, 2008
South Wedge Farmers’ Market Looking For Musicians
The South Wedge Farmers’ Market seeks to provide local musicians with a place to play, and to create a market atmosphere of music and merriment. There are some very nice benefits of performing. They have big plans to help get your music out to the community besides performing live at the market. Get written up on their blog with photos and links. You will be announced in their weekly email blast with links to your web site or MySpace page. Compilation CD: All musical acts at the market are encouraged to participate in a compilation CD to be sold to raise money for equipment for next years market. Possible live recordings from the market performance. Now seeking volunteer help in organizing this effort. Bill Klingensmith is spear-heading this (ad)venture and they need 15-20 different performances. No repeat groups/individuals. If you wish to take advantage of this opportunity send your complete contact info, music samples, and your bio either via e-mail or snail mail. Your MySpace or other web site links are also requested. If sending music via e-mail, please keep your music files to MP3 and try not to crush his email server. Send all info to:
Bill Klingensmith
Music at the Market
98 Hickory Street
Rochester NY 14620
E-mail: music@swfarmersmarket.org
For Further details check out their website at:
South Wedge Farmers' Market
August 9, 2007
Operation Happy Note - Musical Instruments Needed
Operation Happy Note is a volunteer effort to send musical instruments to our deployed service men and women throughout the world. To learn more or to donate instruments:
Operation Happy Note
August 7, 2007
Healthcare Info For Musicians/Free Film
On November 15, 2004 Rock A Mole Productions released Everybody In, Nobody Out, a new film on musicians and health care. It's just seven minutes long but it packs quite a wallop. It will be sent free on VHS to any musician or music writer who requests it. Musicians can get their free copy at:
How To Get Healthcare Insurance If You Are A Musician – Music & Healthcare Central
"What does it say about the richest country on earth that its citizens must depend upon raffles and spaghetti dinners to pay the medical bills - a situation that exists in no other civilized country? What does it say about members of Congress and presidents, Democrats and Republicans all, who are content with a health care system that ignores the needs of tens of millions of Americans while it makes multimillionaires out of those who profit from disease and death?" - from Critical Condition by Donald L Bartlett and James B Steele
Everyone else - please send $10 to:
RRC
Box 341305
Los Angeles CA 90034
August 6, 2007
Your Music On Music Business Radio
Music Business Radio wants to feature your music in their "demo derby" segment. This is your chance to have your music critiqued by major label music biz people, established artists, and more. And it's all live on the air. NO PHONE CALLS! Send a CD plus one-sheet bio and complete contact information to:
WRLT
ATTN: Music Business Radio - Demo Derby
1310 Clinton Street
Suite 200
Nashville TN 37203
Music Business Radio
August 5, 2007
Acoustic Musician Volunteers Needed
DePaul Edgerton Square would like to extend an invitation to any musician(s) who would like to volunteer for a "Coffee House" for the residents. The facility houses 85 mentally ill adults and on one Saturday evening of each month the residents are invited to enjoy acoustic music performed by volunteers from the community and light refreshments. For further information or to schedule a time to perform please contact Samara Roney between the hours of 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Monday – Friday at 585-647-1115 Ext 204. If you would like more information on DePaul Community Services please call the main office at 426-8000.
December 12, 2005
Unkle Roger - We Miss You!!! Tribute Website
Fiesta Productions has created a tribute website for the late Unkle Roger McCall, local DJ, host of the Homegrown show on WCMF, and founding member of the RMC. The new site is www.unkleroger.com.
