Carrying the Mic Forward.​
The DWFM Foundation was established to honor the legacy of Dylan Willows, a beloved voice in Victoria’s music scene and a tireless advocate for local artists. For over 20 years, Dylan brought music, stories, and people together on the airwaves and in real life. He had a gift for hearing potential in people—and helping them believe in themselves.
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Today, we carry that mission forward.​
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In his spirit, DWFM empowers young and emerging musicians in Victoria through mentorship, education, and opportunity. We believe that music has the power to transform lives—and that every artist deserves the chance to be heard, regardless of background or circumstance. Whether it's helping someone record their first demo, learn the ropes of the music business, or take the stage for the first time, we exist to nurture the same community Dylan so passionately championed—and ensure his love for music continues to echo into the future.​
Dylan gave everything to the music. Now we give it back.
Our Story
Vision: A vibrant future where every young artist in Victoria has the support, education, and opportunity to shape the sound of tomorrow.
Mission: To honor Dylan Willows’ legacy by empowering and educating emerging musical artists in Victoria through mentorship, resources, and community-driven programs that amplify their voices and nurture their craft.
Upcoming Events
The Music Lab
Our first event, The Music Lab, is designed to provide emerging artists with an intimate, hands-on music creation experience and career-focused mentorship. Attendees will be paired with leading industry producers to explore the fundamentals of music production, including programming, multitracking, and workflow techniques. With sessions led by professionals in artist management, accounting, marketing, and distribution, this weekend will provide a comprehensive roadmap to success, covering the essential do’s and don’ts of navigating the modern music industry.
More details to come Fall 2025