As of midweek, the Music and Entertainment Division had received 111 completed applications for the second iteration of the Live Music Fund, with the 397 draft applications suggesting there will be many more applicants ahead of the June 18 closing. City staff gave a progress report on the application process at Monday’s Music Commission meeting, with almost no technical or other issues reported. The division had also held two online workshops to explain and provide assistance for applicants looking to receive grants ranging from $15,000 to $30,000 for performers and promoters, and $30,000 to $60,000 for venues. This year, the grant program – which is funded with Hotel Occupancy Tax revenue – will provide $4.5 million total. Artists and event promoters will receive $3.5 million total, with venues eligible to receive some of the $1 million recently added to the program.
Chad Swiatecki is a 20-year journalist who relocated to Austin from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He has written... More by Chad Swiatecki