Welcome! The RMC is looking for you. Please register for a login and password. Make sure to fill out all the requested info in the musicians directory here. It is very helpful for people who may want to hire you for various musical events. This will also allow you to post your shows on our events calendar and post ads in the classifieds section of our website. NOTE: 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 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
We look forward to hearing from you!
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
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.
The RMC is eight years old as of January 2009! 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 three sites to take advantage of the information and unique features that each one has to offer. Check out our new companion websites at:
January 3, 2009
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!
January 2, 2009
RMC Hall Of Fame/In Memoriam
In the RMC Hall Of Fame section here you will find tributes to notable Rochester, Monroe and Genesee County radius 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 Memorium section of our site pays tribute to those whose song was silenced before its time...
September 26, 2008
WeROC!
The RMC is happy to show our support of the WeROC campaign. This is a campaign of the people, and for the people who choose celebration over cynicism. It’s time we push negativity aside and feel proud about where we live. Why? We’re one of America’s best-kept secrets. We have things other cities dream about including low-cost housing, short commutes, excellent dining, world-class sports, and incredible natural resources. Best of all we have a thriving arts and culture scene, in part thanks to all our wonderful musician members here at the RMC, and those who have yet to discover us - just to name a few. Our greatest resource is the citizens who live and work here. Check out the Hall of Fame section here for even more reasons why we should celebrate and feel proud about Rochester. Let's "band" together, shout to the world that we love our city, and that together, we ROC! Join and learn more at:
WeROC
July 12, 2008
MTV - Soundtrack/I Want My Music On MTV
Check out MTV Soundtrack to reach new fans, promote your music, and have it considered for on MTV shows.
MTV Soundtrack
I Want My Music On MTV - Ever imagine hearing a song you wrote and recorded playing behind a pivotal scene in a television show? One lucky and talented winner will find their music featured on an MTV show. Plus, the artist will be profiled on-the-air during the premiere then host a party and celebrate with fans in MTV's virtual world! Complete an Addicted To Noise artist profile and upload your music.
I Want My Music On MTV
July 8, 2008
Rochester Sun - TV Show Looking For Local Musician Videos/Interviews
Rochester Sun is looking for artists to interview and music video (all genres of music accept heavy/metal rock or hardcore rap) for their weekly entertainment TV show airing every Thursday night at 11:00 PM on Time Warner Cable Channel 98. Please send press kit with complete contact info and submit your music preferably in quality miniDV, DVD format, or VHS will be accepted if nothing else available. If interested and do not have materials, contact Nick Galusha to arrange to have your music recorded for the show. For further info or submit your material:
Rochester Sun
286 Letchworth Avenue
Rochester NY 14626
Nick Galusha
585-704-0400
Nick@Rochestersun.com
July 7, 2008
YouTube Rochester NY Music Channel
This channel is a showcase for local bands and musicians, as well as spoken word artists and poets, from the Rochester NY scene and the surrounding areas. There you will find music videos, live performances, as well as interviews and updates. If you are a band, musician or artist and would like to contribute, please contact Joe at:
brouhajoe@yahoo.com
Rochester NY Music Channel
July 5, 2008
On Stage
Some of Rochester’s best musicians hit the stage 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:
WXXI
Listen Thursdays at 6:00PM on WRUR 88.5 FM
WRUR 88.5 FM
July 4, 2008
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.
July 3, 2008
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
July 2, 2008
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 - Gately Local Music Page
July 1, 2008
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
June 30, 2008
4 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
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
Rockmeradio and Rockmecountry has 3 streams of 24/7 music running. One for country, one for rock, and one for New rock styles. They are looking for original rock, blues, country, R&B, bluegrass, etc. Submit your music via e-mail in MP3 format to Doc Rock at:
djrockmedude@yahoo.com
Rockmeradio & Rockmecountry
Main E-mail: rockmeradio@rockmeradio.com
Also check out Doc Rock’s MySpace Page at:
Doc Rock
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 written by Michelle Picardo. 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:
Michelle Picardo
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
1880 East Avenue
Rochester NY 14610
Phone: 585-244-1210
Fax: 585 244-7408
Record Archive
June 25, 2008
WITR Rochester Sessions
WITR 89.7 FM is featuring local musicians performing live in their studios and is looking for submissions. Please send complete press kits (CD, bio contact info) to:
ATT: Toast N Jam/Carrie Hosenfeld
WITR 89.7 FM
32 Lomb Memorial Drive
Rochester NY 14623
The show airs Tuesday nights from 10:00 - 11:00 PM. You can get more info on WITR at their website:
WITR
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
January 27, 2008
American Idol Underground - Get Exposure, Win Cash And Equipment
If you want exposure and the chance to win cash and equipment check out American Idol Underground at:
American Idol Underground
August 12, 2007
A&CCESS - FREE Rochester Arts & Culture Savings Card
The A&CCESS card gives you savings at Rochester area galleries, live theatres, music events, and growing list of other participating arts and cultural retailers. For more information and to get your free A&CCESS card call 585-473-4000 or visit:
Rochester A&CCESS Card
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.
