A non-profit organization dedicated to showcasing the talent that exists everywhere, even where opportunity doesn’t. We create free concerts and live events that give local and independent artists a platform to perform, while providing funding and resources that help them continue building sustainable careers in music and the arts.
Beyond our events, we use the success of the creative community to create impact beyond the arts. Once the costs of producing an event are covered, remaining funds are contributed to programs, organizations, and community initiatives supporting causes such as women’s rights and empowerment, LGBTQ+ communities, animal rescue and welfare, substance-abuse recovery, emergency relief, and other communities in need.
What Live Music Means to Us
Our programs are powered by live music, they create meaningful opportunities for students and emerging creatives to gain real-world experience, mentorship, and connections across music, entertainment, and the creative industries. From event production and artist development to hands-on experience behind the scenes, we aim to connect the next generation of creatives with the knowledge and opportunities they need to enter the industry.
Through accessible music, artist funding, educational programs, mentorship, and community partnerships, we create opportunities where they are often lacking. We believe that supporting artists, giving students real-world experience, and investing in the broader community can happen together—and that a thriving creative community can become a force for meaningful change.
Learn more & Donate here
Learn more about the Artist Emergent Inc. mission and donate directly to the cause.
We're always happy to hear from independent artists in the Southeast. Feel free to reach out to artistemergent@gmail.com with your EPK, Spotify/Socials link, website, current stats, demographics, performance videos, and anything else that should be considered.