Sierra Nevada and Jam in the Van have been continuous supporters of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund and our mission to help those in the music industry. They understand and empathies with the struggles those that bring music to us go through. And now, they're partnering up with artist Patrick for another unique fundraiser!

Don't miss out on your chance to win this custom hand-painted YETI cooler, made possible by Sierra Nevada and artist Patrick Maxcy! The piece was inspired by Sierra Nevada’s ‘Wild Little Thing’ brew. Your raffle purchase will get you entry to win, support Sweet Relief, and give you access to the May 27th Jam in the Van Matthew Logan Vasquez live stream where the winner will be announced. 

Click below to enter, you have until May 27th!

Since March 2020, Bandcamp, the music selling platform for musicians and record labels, has graciously waived their revenue share from the sales of music to help the thousands of artists who's lives have been greatly impacted by the pandemic. According to Bandcamp, nearly 800,000 fans have paid artists and labels $52 million dollars since Bandcamp Friday's started!

Even though the light at the end of the tunnel seems to be closer and closer, with vaccines rolling out and smaller shows/tours starting to happen, we're still a long ways away from seeing the music industry get back to what it was. Our COVID-19 Fund, for example, is still receiving applications for assistance daily from music industry workers who have still not been given their jobs back. 

Bandcamp recognizes that the need for assistance is still great, and will be for some time. They've decided to continue doing Bandcamp Fridays in 2021, with the next one happening on May 7th. You can check isitbandcampfriday.com just to be sure.

A reminder from Bandcamp about buying from them:
"If you’ve started to feel guilty about buying music on any day other than Bandcamp Friday, here’s something to keep in mind: on Bandcamp Fridays, an average of 93% of your money reaches the artist/label (after payment processor fees). When you make a purchase on any other day of the month (as 2.5 million of you have since March, buying an additional $152 million worth of music and merch) an average of 82% reaches the artist/label. Every day is a good day to directly support artists on Bandcamp!"

If you want to double your impact, we've listed a few artists that are supporting Sweet Relief Musicians Fund with their proceeds of Bandcamp sales! We're so grateful to those that make our work possible. 
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For the live events industry, 2020 was devastating. Now, hope is finally on the horizon. Once again, it’s time for us to take action so we can return to live events as safely as possible. We know you have concerns. We know you have fears. However, there is strength in numbers. Together, we can bring back the industries that have created countless memories and iconic moments.

Join us for #Vax4Live, a campaign launched by the National Independent Talent Organization in partnership with AEG Presents, Bandit Lites, Fox Theatre Atlanta, Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, International Association of Venue Managers, Independent Promoter Alliance, Red Light Management, and Universal Attractions Agency to raise awareness on the vaccinations available to the public.

It’s time to #CountUpToLive! With every hand wash, mask, and vaccination effort, we’re one step closer to singing, dancing, screaming, and shouting… together.

Lights. Camera. Take action, so we can safely return to the live events we all love.
#Vax4Live

Learn the facts below!

With multiple chart topping hit songs under her belt, pop icon AVA MAX has taken the music industry by storm with her catchy dance tracks and eclectic style. Sweet Relief Musicians Fund is honored to be a beneficiary of this sneak-peek look of the making of hit single "My Head & My Heart". Make sure to give it a watch via the link below and don't forget to hit the donate button in the top corner. Thank you for your support, AVA!

Musician, long time supporter of Sweet Relief Musicians Fund, and son of the legendary Lester Chambers, Dylan Chambers is a busy performer, working with two bands, The Midnight Transit and his second act which he shares with his father, The New Chambers Brothers. While the world screeched to a halt, Dylan took to the studio to write and record “Stand Up And Fight” - an anthem for all Americans in the wake of George Floyd’s death and the massive uprising movement for equality. We at Sweet Relief, had the opportunity to digitally “sit down” with Dylan and chat about his inspiration, process, tour stories, and future plans for his change evoking musical career.

​Read his Q & A below.

We’re so excited to announce that The Good Lyre: Songs of John Wesley Harding album has already raised more than $6,000 for Sweet Relief, and counting! HUGE thanks to the incredible generosity of all the amazing artists that donated to this project!

“We’re so grateful to Wes and all of the amazing artists that donated their time and talent to this project. The proceeds will be used to help musicians who have been financially devastated by the pandemic; artists helping artists, so cool!” ~Aric Steinberg, EVP Sweet Relief Musicians Fund

​Get your copy below!

Come see Bertha while she spreads the love of Jerry Garcia cannabis on her '21 tour! East Coasters, Garcia Hand Picked east coast launch is this weekend! Stop by and say hello at Liberty Easthampton, MA. Sweet Relief will be there with information about our mission and more! Find out when Bertha will be in a city near you, find the full tour schedule HERE.

A2IM is proud to bring you the 10th Annual Libera Awards presented by Merlin, the world's largest independent music awards ceremony. They have announced the full list of nominees across 30 categories. Tune in June 17th 2021 on their YouTube page to celebrate the successes of the independent music community, from the artists that create the music to the labels that release and promote it. RSVP to the June 17th livestream HERE.

We're so proud to be A2IM’s official charity partner for the Libera Awards for the 2nd year running! 100% of proceeds raised during the show will be directed to career musicians and music industry professionals in need. ​

​#SweetSupporters Play It Forward is having their very first Virtual Concert Series Fundraiser! Featuring performances by 13 talented musicians/bands to raise funds for Play it Forward and Sweet Relief! March 29-April 3, 8-9 p.m. EST each night with a matinee performance at 3 p.m. EST on April 4. TUNE IN on their Facebook page!