CA ACR105

Recognizes the contributions of California's music industry to the state's economic and cultural well-being and its reputation as a worldwide leader in artistic and creative freedom

California's music industry contributes $51 billion to the state's economy, supports over 460,000 jobs, and includes more than 80,000 music establishments

The Coachella and Stagecoach festivals alone generate $600 million in business activity for the surrounding area

California ranks as the top state nationally for music industry earnings, employment, and value-added businesses according to the "50 States of Music" report

The resolution highlights California's music history, including surf rock, psychedelic rock, Laurel Canyon sound, punk, West Coast hip-hop, and regional Mexican music, along with iconic venues like The Fillmore and the Troubadour