2026 WeHo Sounds

Musicians and Performers Roster
Application

Rolling Deadline: Applications reviewed in March and September
The City of West Hollywood, through its Arts Division, is seeking musicians, DJ's and performers to be added to our Musicians and Performers Roster (“Roster”). The roster is what we use to program City events, such as Summer and Winter Sounds, creating playlists, etc. Typical performances will feature 90-minute, in-person, suitable for all ages, music performances.

The application should take no more than 5 minutes to complete.
In addition to contact information and social media, please have ready:
• 3 links to music samples
• 3 promotional photos
• a brief bio

Approved applicants will remain on the Roster for 2 years. Applicants who were approved for the Roster in 2025 do not need to re-apply.

BUDGET: The selected applicants will receive an honorarium for their participation. Artist fees are negotiable and will be commensurate with experience, production cost, and acclamation.

ELIGIBILITY: City of West Hollywood elected and appointed officials, its employees, and their immediate family members are not eligible to apply.

CULTURAL EQUITY STATEMENT: The City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division and Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission adopted the Cultural Equity Statement in 2021. Read the full statement here: https://www.weho.org/community/arts-and-culture/cultural-equity-statement

Questions: Contact Joy Tribble, Arts Specialist, (323) 848-6360 or jtribble@weho.org.

To view the full RFQ CLICK HERE
To apply, please complete the following application.
All of the items with the red (*) next to them are required fields.

Please submit only ONE APPLICATION PER PERFORMER. For any additional performers or configurations, submit separate applications.
PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
Performance Type (select one)*

Performer with bandBandDuoSolo PerformerDJOther
Name of Performer:*
List name exactly how it should be used in promotional materials.
Type of music planned to perform:*
(ex. Jazz, Country, Classical, Latin, R&B, etc.)
Please list the instrumentation of your group: *

(ex. 1 Singer, 1 Piano Player, 1 Bass Player, 1 Drummer)0/100

Fee Request:*

Rows	Amount
Base Performance Fee:
Sound Fee (if requested to provide own):
Total Fee Request (add base and sound fees):

PROMOTIONAL INFORMATION

All items may be used for promotional purposes.
Biographical Statement: Please include a brief bio. No more than 100 words. Please copy and paste bio here. Do not insert web address for this information.
Brief bio:*

0/100
Music Samples: Please provide 3 music samples links that reflect the genre you plan to perform. Samples of high-quality audio live performances preferred.
Please Note: We cannot review any links that must be downloaded.
Sample #1*
Please include http://www.
Sample #2*
Please include http://www.
Sample #3*
Please include http://www.
Performer Photos: Insert 3 images of the performer/group planning to perform.
Image 1*

Upload a File
Accepted file formats: JPG, PDF, and PNG Cancelof
Image 2*

Upload a File
Accepted file formats: JPG, PDF, and PNG Cancelof
Image 3*

Upload a File
Accepted file formats: JPG, PDF, and PNG Cancelof
SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES
Instagram Name:
Please include http://www.
Facebook Name:
Please include http://www.
Twitch ID:
Please include http://www
Twitter ID:
Please include http://www
Website
Please include http://www.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact Person*
Main point of contact for all communications.
Organization
Title*
ex. Performer, Manager, Bandleader, etc.
E-mail*
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Demographic Information

This section is optional. These questions are for the primary or lead artist who will be creating the project. Individual responses to these questions are not shared during the application review. The information requested below is CONFIDENTIAL and will be used for internal purposes only to better capture and understand the population we serve. As such, the information you provide may be used in summary statistics.
What is your zip code for your primary residence?
What is your age?

18-2930-4546-6061+Prefer Not to State
With which gender(s) do you identify? (Select all that apply)

FemaleGender Non-Conforming / Non-BinaryIntersexMaleTransgenderTwo SpiritPrefer Not to StateOther
Do you identify as LGBTQ+?

YesNoPrefer Not to State
Do you identify as a person with disability?

YesNoPrefer Not to State
How do you identify? (Select all that apply)

Arab, Arab American, Middle Eastern, North AfricanAsian American, East Asian,Southeast AsianAsian Indian, South Asian, Asian Indian AmericanAfrican, African American, BlackIndigenous, Native Alaskan, Native AmericanLatin American, Latino/a, LatinxNative Hawaiian, Pacific IslanderSephardic, Ashkenazi JewCaucasian, European American, WhitePrefer Not to StateOther
What is the highest degree or level of education you have completed?

Less than 10-12 years of formal schooling [like Abraham Lincoln]High School graduate (or equivalent) [like Fred Korematsu]Some (0-4 years) College [like Charles F. Lummis]College graduate (BA or equivalent) [like Dolores Huerta]Graduate school or beyond [like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.]Prefer Not to StateOther
Have you ever received funding, financial award, or commission from the City of West Hollywood’s Arts Division?

YesNo
Are you a West Hollywood resident?*

YesNo
How did you learn about this opportunity? (Select all that apply)*

City WebsiteArts Division Monthly NewsletterArts Division Social MediaDirect notification/email from Arts Division StaffDirect notification/email from Arts CommissionerOther
Additional Comments
CERTIFICATION*

By checking this box, I certify that all of the information above is correct and to the best of my knowledge.
Should be Empty:

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

PROMOTIONAL INFORMATION

SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES

CONTACT INFORMATION

Demographic Information