Austin City Life launched a new non-profit last year called Music for the City. Directed by Nate Navarro and Kristin Vasquez, MFC seeks to bring Austin, Charity, and Music together. On Friday, MFC is hosting a very popular and very free SXSW Showcase at Eastside Yoga, 1050 E. 11th St., 6 to 11 p.m. Merchandise from local designers and photographers will be available for sale, with proceeds benefiting Music for the City. Here are the acts (click for video and audio links to bands).
- quiet company
- the soldier thread
- danny malone
- jason poe
- miranda dodson
- jordan whitmore
- matt mccloskey
- ten thousand years
- katie evans
- trees of lyres
- chase gassaway
- kyle lent
- chele frizell
Why the City Needs for Music for the City
Although Austin ranks in the top two cities for volunteerism, it is among the lowest in charitable giving. MFC exists to rectify this problem by supporting non-profits, local artists, and addressing the deep social needs of our great city. We’re about making great culture and doing great good. We do this three ways:
- Benefit Music Festivals – artists and fans support shows and non-profits
- Compilation Albums – artists donate songs and fans buy ’em for non-profits
- Art of Giving Program – artists give back in schools
Consider supporting to Music for the City, volunteering at an event, or partnering as a musician! MFC is doing great things! We’d love for you to be a part.