Ready for an unforgettable Sunday in Dorchester? The Record Co. is throwing an epic community cookout with live music, studio tours, and local art. It’s the perfect way to cap off the summer, celebrating Boston’s incredible creative talent. Don’t miss out on seeing what makes our local artists truly shine – what will you discover?

Dorchester’s vibrant creative hub, The Record Co. (TRC), is set to host a unique community event this Sunday, inviting residents to celebrate local talent with live music and a free barbecue. This gathering aims to spotlight the diverse array of musicians and creatives who call TRC home, fostering a strong sense of Dorchester community as summer transitions into autumn.

Scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. at its 55 Morrissey Blvd. site, The Record Co. will transform into a lively festival ground, offering a blend of artistic showcases and communal celebration. The afternoon promises an exciting opportunity for neighbors to connect, enjoy local entertainment, and discover the creative pulse of Boston.

Bobby Boyd, executive director of The Record Co., emphasized the event’s casual yet significant purpose. ‘It’s a light opportunity to introduce folks to some of the work that we are doing, but more importantly, just to get everybody out at the end of the summer,’ Boyd stated, highlighting the organization’s commitment to engaging the public with the creative economy.

TRC’s 55 Morrissey Blvd. facility houses a multifaceted ecosystem of artistic and small business ventures. Within its walls, a diverse group of tenants, including recording artists, music studios, visual artists, and print shops, collaborate and thrive. Boyd noted, ‘A bunch of recording artists, music studios, visual artists, print shops, small businesses, and things of that nature are in the building. We just really want folks to understand what’s in the building.’

From 3 to 5 p.m., attendees are invited to embark on guided tours of TRC’s state-of-the-art recording studios and rehearsal spaces, situated adjacent to Southline Boston. Following the insightful tours, the festivities will shift outdoors, where guests can indulge in culinary delights from local food trucks, immerse themselves in the beats of a live DJ, participate in impromptu jam sessions, and witness captivating live art demonstrations, creating a dynamic live music event.

Despite the celebratory atmosphere, Boyd underscored the ongoing struggles faced by Boston’s creative community. The Record Co. remains dedicated to bolstering this vital sector, ensuring that artists and creatives have access to essential resources and opportunities in a challenging economic landscape.

TRC’s dedication extends beyond the 55 Morrissey Blvd. location, with another key facility at 960 Mass Ave. Both sites are pivotal in providing professional recording studios and rehearsal spaces. Boyd explained, ‘We’re just trying to make sure that folks have a creative economy. We think we’re doing that with the 55 building, even though that’s a temporary space for us. We’re also doing it at our 960 building on Mass Ave, where we’re providing professional recording studios and rehearsal spaces where not only can people use those spaces, but they can also run small businesses out of those spaces because of the affordability.’ This commitment to affordability empowers Boston artists and small businesses.