MMF News

Dear Friends,

Hurricane Sandy has been devastating and life-altering for its victims, their families, and their communities, and our thoughts and support are with everyone who continues to deal with its aftermath.

As we demonstrated with our rapid and effective responses to natural disasters ranging from Hurricane Katrina and the Nashville flood, MusiCares® has established a fund to support members of the music community affected by this most recent catastrophe. The MusiCares Hurricane Sandy Relief Fund has been set up so music people in crisis can quickly get help. Assistance includes basic living expenses such as shelter, food, utilities, and transportation; medical expenses including doctor, dentist and hospital bills, and medications; clothing; instrument and recording equipment replacement; relocation costs; home repairs; debris removal; and more.

Music people seeking assistance and individuals interested in supporting MusiCares’ relief efforts should visit www.musicares.org, where they can find:

*An application to apply for assistance:         www.grammy.org/files/pages/sandy_relief_app.pdf

*Toll-free contact numbers:                           1.877.303.6962 or 1.877.626.2748

*A list of other resources:                              www.grammy.org/files/pages/sandy_relief_resources.pdf

*A donation link:                                           www.grammy.org/musicares/donate.

MusiCares is able to take action to provide immediate assistance to music people in times of crisis, and this instance is no different. MusiCares’ safety net of resources really mirrors the generosity of the music industry at large, and we as an organization are committed to helping members of our music family who have been most directly impacted by these unimaginable events.

Music has always had a unique power to heal, to teach and to unite people, and we all know the difference it has made in our lives. As we enter this upcoming holiday season, we hope that music helps give you and yours some peace and comfort during the recovery process. Please know that your Academy and MusiCares is here for you, and we will continue to be there for those who require assistance for as long as the need remains.

Warm regards,

George J. Flanigen IV

Chair of the Board of Trustees

The Recording Academy

Neil Portnow

President/CEO

The Recording Academy

Join us for our annual MMF Chicago Networking Event. 

Where:            City Winery, 1200 W. Randolph St., Chicago, IL

When:             November 15, 2012 – 7:00 PM 

RSVP:             Email: justin (at) kiqstartmusic (dot) com

 MUSIC MANAGERS FORUM-US AND WOMEN IN MUSIC VIP INDUSTRY MIXER

Where:            Bowery Electric, 327 Bowery (btwn E. 2nd & E. 3rd Streets), New York, NY (Downstairs Level)

When:             Tomorrow-October 16, 2012 – 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Why:               Network, be educated and meet music managers in our industry, as well as fellow WIM members.

RSVP:             HTTP://BIT.LY/WIMMMF

MMF Board Member, Shaun Barrett / 4Ohm Group reports from Yellow Phone Music Conference...

Last weekend Milwaukee saw the second annual Yellow Phone Music Conference, in which YPMC saw noticeable growth in their showcases, panels, and level of industry involvement.  Panels covered the gambit from legal, labels, publishing, and management.  In an era of the larger conferences being more expensive than ever, smaller regional events such as Yellow Phone provide a real value and service, in a very networking friendly environment.  I expect to see growth with this conference in the years to come and look forward to attending next year.

INDEPENDENT MUSIC AWARDS OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS!

The Independent Music Awards is the most influential honors program specifically for indie artists and labels. Winners and nominees leverage IMA honors into high-profile bookings, more fans, more sales, etc. Winners and nominees receive a variety of program premiums including: eMusic promotion, three-month radio campaign, placement on more than 20,000 jukeboxes, music marketing to more than 1 billion mobile handsets in China, and more. Get your music in front of this year’s IMA panel that includes: Tom Waits, Pete Wentz, Ziggy Marley, Meshell Ndegeocello, G. Love, Arturo Sandoval, Kevin Lyman (Warp Tour) and many others. The IMA entry deadline is fast approaching. Enter your albums, songs, music videos & artwork now at: http://www.independentmusicawards.com/affiliate/music-managers-forum