Backline is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that connects music industry professionals and their families with mental health and wellness resources. Built for the music industry, by the music industry. Backline’s core mission has always been to meet the mental health needs of the music community prior to the point of crisis. Through our online resources, case management program, and support group offerings, music industry professionals can seek help in a variety of ways; anonymously online, by scheduling a personal phone call and assessment with our team, and by attending one of our virtual support groups.
Introducing the “Music and Mental Health” Docuseries, by Tina Rix and Thought Positive Media. Through these eight episodes, Austin-based artists and music industry professionals share their voices in a time when we need to hear them most.
This series focuses on stomping out the stigma of mental health and highlighting the healing nature of art through music. Watch the first few episodes and follow along here:
