— Recording industry pros and prominent brands sign up as players, sponsors and volunteers for annual event, to be held at Sand Canyon Country Club; this year’s tournament includes the return of Texas Hold ‘Em poker —
— Event organizer Karen Dunn is accepting entries for participants and sponsors; register here —
Los Angeles CA — Excitement is building for the upcoming 2025 Recording Industry Golf & Poker Tournament™ (RIGT), which will be held Monday, June 23, 2025, at Sand Canyon Country Club in Santa Clarita, CA, with the shotgun start at 12:00 noon PDT and the Texas Hold ‘Em poker tournament beginning at 2:00 p.m. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, the RIGT is again being organized by seasoned event producer Karen Dunn of KMD Productions, LLC.
Since 2015, the RIGT has served as a fun retreat for L.A. recording industry veterans, but the past few years have also been attracting plenty of audio students and younger, emerging members of the community. In store, expect a chance at $1 million, a $10k hole-in-one prize, a $5000 putting contest, fun photo/social media content opportunities, and the “Infamous Traveling Tequila Carts.” And returning is the Texas Hold ‘Em poker tournament – always a popular highlight of the day’s festivities!
Those unacquainted with or unskilled at golf shouldn’t worry: plenty of the day’s participants will be there just for the community, and no one will judge those with beginner golf skills. Dunn remarks, “You would like to play golf, but don’t know how? We can give you enough basic knowledge to keep up with the others in your foursome. Just come play! Or you don’t have a foursome? We can match you up with other players. It’s an opportunity to meet new people, make friends and network.”
Rachel Stilwell, music/audio/IP attorney, was a novice golfer in a previous year’s event, and it kicked off a new hobby for her: “I played golf for the first time at this event. Total newbie! I was welcomed with open arms. Whew. Now I’m learning how to play golf and am surrounded by good friends!”
Still, many attendees may choose to participate only in poker. A poker clinic will review the rules and basic strategy, prepping everyone for the tournament with prizes and lots of poker fun. Acclaimed artist/producer Uhlone, Poker Tournament Honorary Chair + Sponsor of the Poker Tournament, notes, “The Recording Industry Golf and Poker Tournament isn’t just about the cards—it’s about community! In an industry built on collaboration, this event brings together artists, engineers, and creatives in a space where connections are made, stories are shared, and friendships are forged. Whether you’re all-in or just here for the conversation, it’s a day that reminds us why the audio world is one of the most tight-knit and supportive industries out there!”
Gavin Lurssen, Golf Tournament Honorary Co-Chair, remarks, “Get out of your chair, replace your studio glow with a suntan and come and join your like-minded colleagues for a day of fun and shop talk, poker or golf, and everybody wins!”
Dunn sums it up: “Join us at the 2025 Recording Industry Golf + Poker Tournament! It’s a community thing! Good food. The Tequila Cart. Hang time. Great people. Amazing vibe! Our community. You will go home with 100 new friends. Doesn’t get much better than that!”
Sponsors include SSL, AKG, JBL, Lonely Feather Studios, Lurssen Mastering, Ultimate Ears Pro, Clyne Media, the Recording Studio Insurance Program and studioespresso. There is still time left to sign up as a sponsor.
Registration is also open for golfers or poker players. Golfers can sign up as complete foursomes, as pairs or singles (who will be matched up into foursomes). A special reduced rate is also available for students.
Visit https://birdease.com/2025RIGT for more information, or call Karen Dunn at 925-708-0307.
About KMD Productions, LLC
KMD Productions LLC offers full-service event production across the U.S. for businesses and individuals, providing a range of services needed to make events an overwhelming success. Celebrating 16 years of event production, KMD Productions can handle all the details of your fundraiser, corporate function or trade show event. Whether you are launching a new product, raising money for your worthwhile charity, or want better brand recognition, KMD Productions has the resources and experience to help you achieve your goals.
