BABYLON BY THE BAY
Looking for an exciting sponsorship opportuniy that is filled with musical artists that have made history.
“Babylon By The Bay “ is a definitive documentary exploring the Bay Area music scene from the 1960s onward, tracing the roots through the clubs, the culture, the technology, the people who shaped a cultural revolution, and those who continue to be influenced by it to this day.
The Soundtrack of a Revolution
From San Francisco’s psychedelic counterculture to Berkeley’s political rebellion, to Oakland’s funk and soul, to Marin’s hip-hop, to San Jose’s deep rock, to East Bay’s gritty swamp rock, the Bay Area emerged as one of the most influential music centers of the world.
“BABYLON BY THE BAY” weaves rare, never-before-seen archival footage with candid, soul-baring interviews from legendary musicians—including Carlos Santana, Steve Perry, Huey Lewis, and more—alongside the newer voices of the region’s artists, including Green Day, Metallica, and others.
It’s the timeless story of a unique generation—and the music that emerged from its struggle, rebellion, creativity, and dreams. A story of not just about the music, but the people from which the music came.
The multiple subject and full perspective film, documented with never-before-seen footage and original interviews with the artists who lived and performed during this groundbreaking time.
The Bay Area’s music story is more expansive than the popularized “Summer of Love.” It spans rock, funk, Latin, jazz, and hip-hop, crossing generations and communities.
Yet no film to date has comprehensively captured the full Bay Area sound — with both the historical depth and the unparalleled interview access that “BABYLON BEYOND THE BAY” provides.
We chronicle the birth, the rise, and the growing pains of this unique scene, without shying away from band breakups, over-dose deaths, and a previously untold story of the beauty and hope for a better world.
Teaser Video - A Taste of Your Brand Association
REACH - Multi-Generational
It’s rare to find a marketing vehicle that appeals to such a broad demographic. While Gen X and Boomers seem obvious, todays younger audiences are reconnecting with music history — rediscovering vinyl and discovering artists through social platforms. In fact, 82% of Gen Z and 70% of millennials say they find new music through social and UGC platforms.
Target Audience
Primary: Boomers & Gen X — those who lived the era and have a direct emotional connection.
Secondary: Millennials & Gen Z — discovering the Bay Area sound through streaming, vinyl, and social platforms.
Market Trends
Vinyl Resurgence: $1.4B in sales in 2024 — 18 consecutive years of growth.
Streaming Boom: 100M+ U.S. subscribers and growing.
Gen Z Discovery: 70%+ find new music via UGC and social platforms.
DISTRIBUTION
Feature Documentary: 90–120 minutes, designed for theatrical release, festivals, and streaming.
Two-Part Limited Series: 2 × 90 minutes, offering a deeper dive while retaining cinematic scope.
Multi-Part Docuseries: 4–8 × 60 minutes, ideal for streaming platforms seeking bingeable, episodic storytelling.
Revenue Streams: Theatrical release, film festivals, broadcast licensing, streaming platforms, educational distribution, soundtrack, companion book, and merchandise
Awards Strategy: Target major festivals — Sundance, SXSW, Tribeca — with potential Oscar/Emmy contention
Expansion Opportunities: Podcast series, streaming spinoff, museum exhibition
Sponsorship Opportunities
A host of extremely reasonably priced Sponsorship Opportunities are available. And the best part is that these sponsorships will be permanently embedded in the final cut. Exposure will be similar to what is common in PBS Series.
These options are perfect for any brand trying to reach audiences who love and live music. Beverages, Musical Instruments, Technology Autos, Stereos/Turntables, Banks, Insurance, Social Media, Real Estate, Food Delivery, and a host of other categories should be able to leverage the appeal and audience this offers.
Title / Presenting Sponsor: The top-tier partner whose name/logo integrates directly into the program - full exclusivity. 30 Seconds at beginning of Film and top line in end credits. Top mentions in all marketing vehicles.
Platinum (Premier) Sponsor: Anchor partners receiving maximum logo prominence. 20 seconds at beginning of film. End Credits . Included in all markeing outreach.
Gold Sponsor: Mid-to-high level tier featuring 10 seconds at beginning of film. End Credits
Other Possibilities for Sponsors include:
Closing Montage: Leave the audience with images of their products as a final note highlighting modern Bay Area innovation.
Product Featured Organically in Film: If your products make sense, they can be part of the story.
Executive Interviews: Discussiing how Bay Area music history has affected their lives.
Social Media& Marketing
Instagram & TikTok: Reels blending rare archival moments with new interviews to drive discovery.
Facebook: Nostalgia-driven campaigns targeting audiences 45+.
YouTube: Mini-docs and venue spotlights to build long-form engagement.
Partnerships: Collaborations with The Fillmore, SFJAZZ, and the Oakland Museum of California.
Press & Media: Targeted coverage in Rolling Stone, Billboard, NPR, KQED, and other cultural outlets.
Filmed Interviews to Date
Carlos Santana | Santana
Huey Lewis | Huey Lewis & the News
Steve Perry | Journey
Greg Errico | Sly & the Family Stone
Jeff Trager | Promoter, Electra Records
Joel Selvin | San Francisco Chronicle
Herbie Herbert | Journey, Steve Miller, Santana
Michael Carabello | Santana
Steve Parish | Stage Manager of Grateful Dead
Fred Abruzzo | Club Owner
Jerry Del Bozzo | Club Owner
Alec Palao | Music Historian
Domenic Priore | Music Historian
Chuy Valera | Jazz Radio D.J.
Abel Sanchez | Abel & the Prophets
Paul Wells | Radio D.J.
Donna Wehr | “Music City” Music Store
CC Stevens | Son of Singer Rick Stevens
Yoyoka | Teenage Drum Prodigy
David Graham | Bill Graham’s Son
Tower of Power | David Garabaldi
Rocco Prestia • Lenny Williams • Rick Stevens
Planned & Scheduled Interviews
Mickey Hart & Bill Kreutzmann | Grateful Dead
Jack Casady, Jorma Kaukonen & Grace Slick | Jefferson Airplane
Lou Adler | Promotor & Producer of Monterey Pop Festival
John Fogerty | Creedence Clearwater Revival
Steve Miller | Steve Miller Band
Tommy Johnston & Michael McDonald | Doobie Brothers
Larry Graham | Sly & the Family Stone
Sammy Hagar | Van Halen
Sheila E & Pete Escovedo
Also, members of Metallica, Green Day and other Bay Area artists
Timing
The current schedule is to relase the film in mid/late 2027.
All Sponsorships need to be fully agreed up by end of December 2026. So if this interests you, we should start discussions soon!
Next Steps?
Eclipse Worldwide is the exclusive agency for Sponsorships and Integrations with “BABYLON BY THE BAY”. Let’s set up a call to discuss the possibilities! You can reach us via phone or email.
