Take a look at our list of music organizations that help connect bands, singer-songwriters, and musicians with music industry professionals including radio promoters, radio DJs, publicists, agents, and more.
The Folk Alliance
Folk Alliance International (FAI) is an international arts nonprofit and NEA-designated National Arts Service Organization based in Kansas City, Missouri, USA. Founded in 1989, they are a community of passionate and driven artists, managers, agents, DJs, festivals, record labels, fans, and more. They exist to keep the tradition of folk music thriving through preservation, presentation, and promotion.
The Southeastern Regional Folk Alliance (SERFA)
SERFA is the Southeastern regional chapter of Folk Alliance International whose goal is to provide opportunities for members to network locally and advance the overall mission of Folk Alliance International.
The Northeastern Regional Folk Alliance (NERFA)
NERFA is the Northeastern regional chapter of Folk Alliance International whose goal is to provide opportunities for members to network locally and advance the overall mission of Folk Alliance International.
Folk Alliance Region Midwest (FARM)
Folk Alliance Region Midwest is the Midwestern regional chapter of Folk Alliance International whose goal is to provide opportunities for members to network locally and advance the overall mission of Folk Alliance International.
The Far-West Regional Folk Alliance
FAR-WEST is the Western regional chapter of Folk Alliance International whose goal is to provide opportunities for members to network locally and advance the overall mission of Folk Alliance International.
International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA)
The IBMA is the non-profit music association that connects, educates, and empowers bluegrass professionals and enthusiasts, honoring tradition and encouraging innovation in the bluegrass community worldwide.
Nashville Songwriters Association (NSAI)
The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) is the world’s largest not-for-profit songwriters trade association. Established in 1967, NSAI is dedicated to protecting the rights of and serving aspiring and professional songwriters in all genres of music.
The Americana Music Association (AMA)
The Americana Music Association® is a professional trade organization whose mission is to advocate for the authentic voice of American Roots Music around the world.