Membership Options
Basic Member
As a member of the Red Dirt Blues Society, you are part of a vibrant community that values and supports live music.
Regardless of whether you are a performer or not, joining this society grants you access to an exclusive portal where you can keep track of your favorite performers, venues, and upcoming events in a secure online platform. By becoming a basic member, you not only stay connected to the music scene but also contribute to the growth and enrichment of your local community.
Your membership plays a vital role in fostering a culture of appreciation for live music and helps sustain the dynamic music scene that brings joy and unity to all members.
Full Band Membership
- Your band will get a page for the band, a bio on each band member, links to your sample videos and a page for photos.
- Venues can listen your music,find your contact information, know what it will take to bring you to that venue and get a contract signed which protects everyone. Supporters will have a comment section which the admin will screen.
- Your positive critiques and reviews will be posted.
Performing Solo Musician Member
Post your solo bio, post a photo, contact information and links to your sample music on a single platform.
Venues can listen, find your contact information, know what it will take to bring you to that venue and get a contract signed which protects everyone.
Student Membership
This is for members under 18 years
- of age or in college. That membership will come with an opportunity for an annual $100 scholarship for advanced lessons with the teacher of your choice.
- You will have access to open opportunities to play at open mics, jam sessions and social events. You will have access to tour
- established network of venues, other musicians and events. You will be supported, encouraged and given friendly tips along the way as you work toward meeting your own goals. You will be
- encouraged to use our member Music Stores and can earn discounts on strings, instrument repair or new instruments, pedals, sound equipment and anything you need to succeed as a professional musician.
Venue Membership
The RDBS supports any venue who will hostand support live music. We recognize the struggles of starting up, especially in a town with apopulation under 10,000 people.
As a member, your over-all cost of doing business will bereduced by using an efficient booking system, previewing your artist’s product with increased choices of professional entertainers who have a reputation for delivering a quality show.
You will have access to a contract form to be signed as part of the booking process which will discourage “NO SHOWs” and give you recourse to recoup your losses due to negligence or unavoidable catastrophe. It will assist you in the event that an artist cancels because of an empty gas tank, disgruntled families, health emergencies or any number of excuses musicians can come up with including “too drunk to drive right now”. There will always be a “Band on Call”. Replacement artists can be summonsed and the Show Will Go On! You will never be left to scramble or be embarrassed. You will be freed up to manage your establishment and your venue will establish a reputation of consistent quality performances.
Your establishment will have the benefit of posting your establishment’s information, photos, location and products you offer, on our website at no additional cost. Lastly, our network is comprised of local artists who are willing to come out to support our musician friends.
Join Red Dirt Blues Society
By joining the Red Dirt Blues Society, you’re taking a proactive step towards making a real difference in our communities. Becoming a member opens up a world of opportunities to contribute your skills and passion towards promoting the arts and fostering a sense of community spirit. As a member, you will have the chance to engage with like-minded individuals who share your enthusiasm for supporting local talents and creating a positive impact in the neighborhoods we all call home. Together, we can work towards enriching our communities through music, events, and outreach programs. Join us at the Red Dirt Blues Society and be a part of something truly meaningful.