Become a Member of WCCMA

Membership is required to compete in the Hot August Competition.

Join the West Coast Country Music Association and enjoy a full year of membership benefits while becoming eligible to participate in WCCMA competitions and events.

How Competition Registration Works

REGISTRATION

STEP ONE

Purchase Your Annual WCCMA Membership

Every competitor must have an active WCCMA membership.

STEP TWO

Register for the Hot August Competition

Competition registration is completed separately.

STEP THREE

Pay Your Competition Entry Fees


Entry fees are charged per category entered and are not included with your membership.

Membership Options

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Performer Membership
$35.00
Every year

Performer Membership provides official competition eligibility and the opportunity to advance beyond the local stage.

✓ Eligibility to compete in the annual Hot August Competition
✓ Opportunities to perform at Country Live at The Merc
✓ Build relationships with like-minded artists
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Family Membership
$60.00
Every year

Designed for families with multiple performers, this membership provides competition eligibility for all covered members under one plan.

✓ Eligibility to compete in the Annual Hot August Competition
✓ Opportunities to perform at Country Live at The Merc
✓ Build relationships with like minded artists
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Business Membership
$100.00
Every year

Business Membership allows local businesses to support WCCMA’s nonprofit mission while staying connected to Southern California’s country music community.

✓ Four free tickets to Country Live! at The Merc
✓ Sponsor advertising at Country Live! at The Merc
✓ Sponsor advertising at the annual Hot August Competition
✓ Sponsor advertising at the annual Awards Show

Frequently Asked Questions

  • No. Membership and competition registration are two separate purchases.

  • Yes. Every competitor must have an active WCCMA membership before registering.

  • You'll pay:

    • Annual Membership ($35+ depending on membership type)

    • Competition Entry Fee(s) for each category you enter

  • Simply head to the competition registration page and submit your entries.

    Register for Hot August

Invest in the Next Generation of Country Talent

WCCMA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to preserving country music through structured competition and opportunity.

Your donation directly supports youth scholarships, event production, and continued performance opportunities for our members. Every contribution helps a performer take one step closer to their dream.

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