Rhythm & Rise Live

Breaking the Limits

June 20-21, 2026 | Juneteenth Weekend

24 Hours | 71+ Artists | Austin, Texas

"We're not asking for inclusion.
We're building our own stage."

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Event Schedule

24 continuous hours of R&B and Hip-Hop excellence

Friday, June 20

8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Youth Showcase (Ages 5-14)

12 hours featuring Austin's next generation of talent

Friday Night → Saturday

8:00 PM - 8:00 AM

Adult Showcase (Ages 15+)

12 hours of established and emerging artists

Live Streaming

Full 24 Hours

Professional broadcast quality streaming available globally

Call for Artists

71+ performance slots available for R&B and Hip-Hop artists

What You Get:

Professional compensation: $400-600 per performance
Broadcast-quality production and recording
Global streaming exposure
Professional photography and videography
Marketing and promotional support
Part of Austin's first Juneteenth music festival

Requirements:

R&B or Hip-Hop primary genre
20-minute performance set
Available June 20-21, 2026
Commitment to professionalism and community building

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Sponsorship Opportunities

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Get In Touch

Year One starts June 20, 2026. Be part of history.

Kevin Stewart

Founder & Executive Producer

The Durite Network

10+ Years Building Austin's Black Music Platform

rhythmandriselive@gmail.com

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