The Rising Star Patronage Project
@risingstarpatronage.com
We are a fund supporting marginalized composers through working opportunities, education, and direct financial support.
https://risingstarpatronage.com/
https://risingstarpatronage.com/
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We'll also be hosting a little listening party tomorrow morning on Bandcamp & YouTube! I'll be hanging out in the chat, so feel free to stop by if you're able and give the album a little debut listen!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwEL...
slide20xx.bandcamp.com/album/beginn...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwEL...
slide20xx.bandcamp.com/album/beginn...
We're proud to feature Chase as a part of our Black Composer Spotlight this #blackhistorymonth - to keep up with Chase's work, visit his website or download his music directly at chasebethea.bandcamp.com
Duppy Detective Tashia Original Soundtrack, by Chase Bethea
3 track album
chasebethea.bandcamp.com
February 11, 2026 at 5:37 PM
We're proud to feature Chase as a part of our Black Composer Spotlight this #blackhistorymonth - to keep up with Chase's work, visit his website or download his music directly at chasebethea.bandcamp.com
His work includes contributing music to 30 video game titles, presenting over 60 talks at various conferences throughout the games industry, and earning a seat as an artist on the rosters of ILIO Q, Up Arts, and Mogami.
February 11, 2026 at 5:37 PM
His work includes contributing music to 30 video game titles, presenting over 60 talks at various conferences throughout the games industry, and earning a seat as an artist on the rosters of ILIO Q, Up Arts, and Mogami.
He's garnered awards from organizations like NYX, Global Music, & International Architecture and Design alongside a nomination from Video Game Music Online.
February 11, 2026 at 5:37 PM
He's garnered awards from organizations like NYX, Global Music, & International Architecture and Design alongside a nomination from Video Game Music Online.
Introducing... Chase Bethea!! @chasebethea.bsky.social
Chase is an incredibly prolific, award winning Composer & Technical Music Designer for video games.
Chase is an incredibly prolific, award winning Composer & Technical Music Designer for video games.
February 11, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Introducing... Chase Bethea!! @chasebethea.bsky.social
Chase is an incredibly prolific, award winning Composer & Technical Music Designer for video games.
Chase is an incredibly prolific, award winning Composer & Technical Music Designer for video games.
No human is illegal and we collectively condemn and reject the horrendous behavior of ICE in the USA.
Take care of yourselves and stay tuned,
- The Rising Star Team
Take care of yourselves and stay tuned,
- The Rising Star Team
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
No human is illegal and we collectively condemn and reject the horrendous behavior of ICE in the USA.
Take care of yourselves and stay tuned,
- The Rising Star Team
Take care of yourselves and stay tuned,
- The Rising Star Team
While we'll be taking this moment to spotlight Black creativity, make no mistake - as we all struggle for our collective liberation, each of those struggles are linked.
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
While we'll be taking this moment to spotlight Black creativity, make no mistake - as we all struggle for our collective liberation, each of those struggles are linked.
This is not for lack of Black talent; industries are shaped by who is given opportunities. As we continue to work towards equity for marginalized video game music composers we will do what we can to amplify Black voices and correct some of these inequalities.
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
This is not for lack of Black talent; industries are shaped by who is given opportunities. As we continue to work towards equity for marginalized video game music composers we will do what we can to amplify Black voices and correct some of these inequalities.
As a US based organization, Black history is our history - the contributions of Black Americans to the health, wealth, and cultural footprint of the United States cannot be understated.
The 2025 GDC: The State of the Game Industry survey reported that just 3% of developers were Black.
The 2025 GDC: The State of the Game Industry survey reported that just 3% of developers were Black.
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
As a US based organization, Black history is our history - the contributions of Black Americans to the health, wealth, and cultural footprint of the United States cannot be understated.
The 2025 GDC: The State of the Game Industry survey reported that just 3% of developers were Black.
The 2025 GDC: The State of the Game Industry survey reported that just 3% of developers were Black.
It's Black History Month !! and that means, it's time to highlight and celebrate a few of the Black video game composers who shape the games we all play.
February 10, 2026 at 7:03 PM
It's Black History Month !! and that means, it's time to highlight and celebrate a few of the Black video game composers who shape the games we all play.
Send us a DM here to receive a code for 10% discount code off of your GDC pass, or visit our website at http://risingstarpat... and fill out our Composer Interest form to be considered for future projects or support. If we can make something work, we'll be in touch!
Rising Star Patronage Project | Rising Star
Rising Star Patronage Project - Video Game Music for a Cause
risingstarpatronage.com
February 6, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Send us a DM here to receive a code for 10% discount code off of your GDC pass, or visit our website at http://risingstarpat... and fill out our Composer Interest form to be considered for future projects or support. If we can make something work, we'll be in touch!
Are you a marginalized video game music composer looking for support in the industry, or looking to attend GDC this year?
February 6, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Are you a marginalized video game music composer looking for support in the industry, or looking to attend GDC this year?
Greetings from Rising Star!
We are delighted to announce that we are partnering with GDC Festival of Gaming this year to provide Festival Passes to four Rising Star Scholars. We’ll be introducing you all to our scholars over the coming weeks; we’re so excited for you to meet them! ✨
We are delighted to announce that we are partnering with GDC Festival of Gaming this year to provide Festival Passes to four Rising Star Scholars. We’ll be introducing you all to our scholars over the coming weeks; we’re so excited for you to meet them! ✨
February 6, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Greetings from Rising Star!
We are delighted to announce that we are partnering with GDC Festival of Gaming this year to provide Festival Passes to four Rising Star Scholars. We’ll be introducing you all to our scholars over the coming weeks; we’re so excited for you to meet them! ✨
We are delighted to announce that we are partnering with GDC Festival of Gaming this year to provide Festival Passes to four Rising Star Scholars. We’ll be introducing you all to our scholars over the coming weeks; we’re so excited for you to meet them! ✨
let's GOOO!!!!! 😤😤😤
UNBEATABLE x MEMODEMO REALLLLLLLLL
haha just kidding actually it was an ad the whole time why would you think i would do anything else unbeatable game wishlist now FOREVER LOOK AT THIS VIDEO
November 3, 2025 at 3:00 AM
let's GOOO!!!!! 😤😤😤
Reposted by The Rising Star Patronage Project
UNBEATABLE x MEMODEMO REALLLLLLLLL
haha just kidding actually it was an ad the whole time why would you think i would do anything else unbeatable game wishlist now FOREVER LOOK AT THIS VIDEO
October 30, 2025 at 6:44 PM
UNBEATABLE x MEMODEMO REALLLLLLLLL
@tv-ma.bsky.social did a FABULOUS job btw 👀
TV-MA, for their exceptional mastering job and helping make sure our ears are up to industry standards.
www.tvmanoise.com
www.tvmanoise.com
Home - TV-MA
Official website of TV-MA
www.tvmanoise.com
October 25, 2025 at 6:29 PM
@tv-ma.bsky.social did a FABULOUS job btw 👀
This is a truly phenomenal collection of work and if you're into top-of-the-line video-game-type jams, you're gonna love it.
This a fabulous place to start - a wonderful beginning, if you will - thank you so much for coming along. Can't wait to see what's next.
Stay frosty,
Star, @slide20xx.com
This a fabulous place to start - a wonderful beginning, if you will - thank you so much for coming along. Can't wait to see what's next.
Stay frosty,
Star, @slide20xx.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
This is a truly phenomenal collection of work and if you're into top-of-the-line video-game-type jams, you're gonna love it.
This a fabulous place to start - a wonderful beginning, if you will - thank you so much for coming along. Can't wait to see what's next.
Stay frosty,
Star, @slide20xx.com
This a fabulous place to start - a wonderful beginning, if you will - thank you so much for coming along. Can't wait to see what's next.
Stay frosty,
Star, @slide20xx.com
and last, but not least, Matilda, for crossing T's, dotting I's, and enthusiastically keeping us on tract. icon of email. queen of the spreadsheet. I will never not use your notion.
esperansart.com
esperansart.com
Welcome to Esperansart! - Esperansart Illustration
Welcome to Esperansart! Navigate to different pages using the menu or check out my portfolio page. Wait! Before you go, be sure to say hi to Glurbo!
esperansart.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
and last, but not least, Matilda, for crossing T's, dotting I's, and enthusiastically keeping us on tract. icon of email. queen of the spreadsheet. I will never not use your notion.
esperansart.com
esperansart.com
Jacqueline MC, for once again supporting my work and offering a fabulous balance of realness and professionalism.
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Jacqueline MC, for once again supporting my work and offering a fabulous balance of realness and professionalism.
TV-MA, for their exceptional mastering job and helping make sure our ears are up to industry standards.
www.tvmanoise.com
www.tvmanoise.com
Home - TV-MA
Official website of TV-MA
www.tvmanoise.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
TV-MA, for their exceptional mastering job and helping make sure our ears are up to industry standards.
www.tvmanoise.com
www.tvmanoise.com
Lucian Hardner, for bringing a level of coordination, production, and organizational expertise that I have only dreamed of in legend. I will update the Trello, I promise.
lahardner.carrd.co
lahardner.carrd.co
Portfolio
Portfolio
lahardner.carrd.co
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Lucian Hardner, for bringing a level of coordination, production, and organizational expertise that I have only dreamed of in legend. I will update the Trello, I promise.
lahardner.carrd.co
lahardner.carrd.co
Michael 'Skitch' Schiciano, @skitch.bsky.social, for helping us kick things off, helping us coordinate our composers, and donating his time, energy, and helpful spirit to the fund.
www.michaelschiciano.com
www.michaelschiciano.com
Michael 'Skitch' Schiciano
www.michaelschiciano.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Michael 'Skitch' Schiciano, @skitch.bsky.social, for helping us kick things off, helping us coordinate our composers, and donating his time, energy, and helpful spirit to the fund.
www.michaelschiciano.com
www.michaelschiciano.com
A few more special thanks are in order!! Thank you to:
Akash Thakkar, for his incredible business acumen and tireless support of all things Star Victoria Power, Slide20XX, and by extension, Rising Star - I owe so much of my career success, and my personal success, to you.
akashthakkar.com
Akash Thakkar, for his incredible business acumen and tireless support of all things Star Victoria Power, Slide20XX, and by extension, Rising Star - I owe so much of my career success, and my personal success, to you.
akashthakkar.com
Video Game Sound Design | Akash Thakkar
Akash Thakkar creates custom, emotionally impactful sound design for games.
With more than 8 years in the gaming industry as a composer and sound designer, he's worked on award-winning and best-sell...
akashthakkar.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
A few more special thanks are in order!! Thank you to:
Akash Thakkar, for his incredible business acumen and tireless support of all things Star Victoria Power, Slide20XX, and by extension, Rising Star - I owe so much of my career success, and my personal success, to you.
akashthakkar.com
Akash Thakkar, for his incredible business acumen and tireless support of all things Star Victoria Power, Slide20XX, and by extension, Rising Star - I owe so much of my career success, and my personal success, to you.
akashthakkar.com
Stream it on Spotify or wherever else you get your music!!
open.spotify.com/album/3PLad4...
open.spotify.com/album/3PLad4...
Beginnings - Rising Star Vol. 1
open.spotify.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Stream it on Spotify or wherever else you get your music!!
open.spotify.com/album/3PLad4...
open.spotify.com/album/3PLad4...
Stream it on YouTube (and like, comment and subscribe!!!)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwEL...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwEL...
Beginnings - Rising Star Vol. 1 (Full Album)
YouTube video by Slide20XX
www.youtube.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Stream it on YouTube (and like, comment and subscribe!!!)
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwEL...
www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwEL...
Our debut album, Beginnings - Rising Star Vol. 1 - is out!!!
You can stream and download it (for free!!) on Bandcamp!
slide20xx.bandcamp.com/album/beginn...
You can stream and download it (for free!!) on Bandcamp!
slide20xx.bandcamp.com/album/beginn...
Beginnings - Rising Star Vol. 1, by Slide20XX
6 track album
slide20xx.bandcamp.com
October 24, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Our debut album, Beginnings - Rising Star Vol. 1 - is out!!!
You can stream and download it (for free!!) on Bandcamp!
slide20xx.bandcamp.com/album/beginn...
You can stream and download it (for free!!) on Bandcamp!
slide20xx.bandcamp.com/album/beginn...