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Governor Abbott’s Texas Task Force On Concert Safety Releases Final Report
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the Texas Task Force on Concert Safety has released their final report which includes recommendations and strategies to ensure the safety of concertgoers in the Lone Star State. Governor Abbott launched the task force on November 10 in response to the tragedy at Astroworld Festival in Houston that killed 10 concertgoers and injured over 300. The task force is led by Texas Music Office Director Brendon Anthony and consists of safety experts, law enforcement, fire fighters, state agencies, music industry leaders, and others. The task force held several meetings and one-on-one discussions to analyze concert safety and develop ways to enhance security at live music events in Texas.
Wimberley to be Certified as a Music Friendly Community
On Friday, April 29, the Texas Music Office (TMO) will join City of Wimberley - and the Wimberley Valley Arts & Culture Alliance - to celebrate Wimberley becoming a TMO-certified Music Friendly Community. The Music Friendly Community program seeks to foster music business-related economic development in Texas cities and communities. The community celebration featuring live music and hosted by the City of Wimberley and the Texas Music Office is scheduled for April 29, at 6 pm at Blue Hole Regional Park. TMO Community Relations & Outreach Specialist Chip Adams will present the Music Friendly Community designation to Mayor Gina Fulkerson.
Governor Abbott Announces Music Friendly Community Workshop In Harker Heights
Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Music Office (TMO) and the City of Harker Heights will cohost a Music Friendly Community workshop on Thursday, April 21, at 5:30 pm. TMO Community Relations & Outreach Specialist Chip Adams will attend the workshop to explain the Music Friendly Community designation and answer questions.
Governor Abbott Announces McAllen Designated As Music Friendly Community
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of McAllen, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO). The Music Friendly Community program seeks to foster music business-related economic development in Texas cities and communities.
TALA Attorney Gwendolyn Seale’s “What You Need To Know About Distributing, Administering, and Monetizing Your Music” Seminar
The TMO's Music Friendly Community partners at El Paso International Music Foundation are hosting Texas Accountants & Lawyers for the Arts (TALA) attorney Gwendolyn Seale for a free seminar covering digital distribution and publishing administration; comparing and contrasting the terms and features of the major aggregators in the music distribution and administration spaces (Youtube, TikTok, Instagram), and music more.
BMI Acoustic Brunch at SXSW 2022
End SXSW’s Music Week on a high note with one of the most highly anticipated events of the festival, the BMI Acoustic Brunch (co-sponsored by the Texas Music Office), taking place at Geraldine’s at the Hotel Van Zandt (605 Davis Street, Austin, TX), 10AM-1:30PM. INVITATION ONLY - RSVP required for entry.
Bryan Certified as a Music Friendly Community
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Bryan, having completed the multi-step certification process, has been designated as a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office (TMO). The Music Friendly Community program seeks to foster music business-related economic development in Texas cities and communities.
BMI’s Howdy Texas SXSW 2022 Party
This year, BMI will kick off its return to Austin with its signature Howdy Texas event, co-sponsored by the Texas Music Office. The exclusive day party will take place at the Saxon Pub, the location of the monthly songwriter series presented by the performing rights organization (PRO). The event will feature 6 full band sets and 5 Austin-specific solo acoustic sets. The event will serve as a celebration of the third-year anniversary of the opening of the BMI Austin office. Performances will include Rhea Raj, KALI, Kydd Jones, THEBROSFRESH, Ben Burgess, Sun Room, Jackson Scribner, Gabe Lee, Chief Cleopatra, Jesse Daniel, and Susannah Joffe.