Music Community Invited To Participate in Various Industry Events Sponsored by The Recording Academy and Its Affiliates March 18 – 21 in Austin, Texas
March 16, 2009, SANTA MONICA, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As part of The Recording Academy®'s efforts to support music makers and the creative community, it will collaborate with SXSW to offer performers of the 2009 SXSW Music Festival free secured parking for their vehicles and gear with the GRAMMY® Garage, March 18 – 21. Located in downtown Austin's Waterloo Park, the parking garage is a short walk to various venues such as Stubb's, Emo's and the Austin Convention Center. Additionally, The Recording Academy Pacific Northwest and Texas Chapters, the MusiCares® Foundation, the GRAMMY Foundation®, and the Academy's Advocacy & Government Relations department will sponsor or host various events and programs throughout the weeklong festival.
"As the industry changes and continues to evolve, The Recording Academy recognizes and understands the challenges music makers face, and we are committed to offering our national music community the assistance and support they need," said Neil Portnow, President/CEO of The Recording Academy. "We are extremely proud to collaborate with the organizers of SXSW to offer even more services to these inspiring musicians."
In its second year, GRAMMY Garage will provide artists officially showcasing at SXSW the opportunity to securely park their vehicles and their gear during the duration of the music festival. Parking spaces will be offered on a first-come-first-served basis. The days and hours of operation of GRAMMY Garage at Waterloo Park are March 18 – 21, 5 p.m. – 3 a.m. Additionally, The Recording Academy will have a membership booth set up in the Artist Village @ Waterloo Park (403 E. 15th St.) from March 18 – 21, 5 – 10 p.m.
Other events sponsored or hosted by The Recording Academy and its affiliates are:
MusiCares Safe Harbor Room (Austin Convention Center, 500 East Cesar Chavez St., Room 13B), will provide artists and crew members struggling with addiction issues a safe haven. Staffed by qualified chemical dependency and intervention specialists, the Safe Harbor Room offers a support network to those in recovery while they are participating in the 2009 SXSW Festival. March 18, 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.; March 19, 6:15 – 7:15 p.m.; March 20, 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.; and March 21, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
MusiCares Trade Show Booth (Austin Convention Center, 500 East Cesar Chavez St., Booth #104)
MusiCares will have an informational booth offering resources about its various programs and services.
Wednesday, March 18, noon – 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, March 19, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, March 20, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, March 21, 11 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
The Recording Academy Texas Chapter Annual Membership Celebration (Four Seasons Hotel, 98 San Jacinto Blvd. on the lawn overseeing Lady Bird Lake). The music industry is welcomed to join fellow Recording Academy members and kick off the SXSW music festival with a special performance by GRAMMY-nominated Grupo Fastasma and enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages. Thursday, March 19, 5 – 8 p.m.
Copyright Royalty Board: What Happens In D.C. Doesn't Stay In D.C. (Austin Convention Center, 500 East Cesar Chavez St., Room #17AB). The Recording Academy's GRAMMYs on the Hill® initiative will host an industry panel to discuss the recent decisions on mechanicals and performance royalty rates that affect every songwriter, artist, publisher and record label in the country. Panelists include Jon Potter (Digital Media Assn.), Jay Rosenthal, (Publishers Assn.), and attorney Ken Froenlick. Panel will be moderated by Recording Academy Vice President of Advocacy & Government Relations Daryl Friedman. Friday, March 20, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
The Industry's Future And The Major Label Lawyer's Role (Austin Convention Center, 500 East Cesar Chavez St., Room #17AB). Sponsored by the GRAMMY Foundation's Entertainment Law Initiative, panelists include Rand Hoffman (Interscope Geffen A&M Records), Lisa Margolis (Warner Bros. Records), and Julie Swidler (Sony Music). Ken Abdo (Lommen, Abdo, Cole, King & Stageberg) will serve as moderator. Friday, March 20, 3 – 4 p.m.
SXSEATTLE PARTY (Palm Door, 401 Sabine) Sponsored in part by The Academy's Pacific Northwest Chapter, a group of Seattle-based organizations join together to highlight the vibrant Seattle music scene and present some of the region's most exciting new artists. Performers include Barcelona, Blue Scholars, Common Market, Dynah, Hey Marseilles, Mt. St. Helen's Vietnam Band, Natalie Portman's Shaved Head, New Faces, and Past Lives. Saturday, March 21, noon – 6 p.m. R.S.V.P. to http://sarathan.com/ecards/sxseattle/.
*All times are subject to change.
Established in 1957, The Recording Academy is an organization of musicians, producers, engineers and recording professionals that is dedicated to improving the cultural condition and quality of life for music and its makers. Internationally known for the GRAMMY Awards — the preeminent peer-recognized award for musical excellence and the most credible brand in music — The Recording Academy is responsible for groundbreaking professional development, cultural enrichment, advocacy, education and human services programs. The Academy continues to focus on its mission of recognizing musical excellence, advocating for the well-being of music makers and ensuring music remains an indelible part of our culture. For more information about The Academy, please visit www.grammy.com.
Contacts
Lourdes Lopez/Jaime Sarachit
The Recording Academy
310.392.3777
LourdesL@grammy.com / Jaime.Sarachit@grammy.com
