Felix Cavaliere is heading back into the studio — and you're invited to be in the room.

Felix Cavaliere is one of the defining voices of the sixties. As co-founder, lead vocalist, principal songwriter, and keyboardist of The Rascals, he helped shape a generation with songs like "Good Lovin'," "Groovin'," "People Got to Be Free," "A Beautiful Morning," and "Ray of Hope." A rare artist inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the Grammy Hall of Fame, and the Musicians Hall of Fame, Felix continues to perform and record with a message centered on a better world.

Future Youth Records is producing a landmark new recording of "Ray of Hope," the anthem co-written by Felix Cavaliere and originally recorded by The Rascals. Written in the heart of the civil rights era, its message of unity, tolerance, and peace remains as urgent today as it was then.

For this new version, Felix will mentor four to five of the country's finest young singer-songwriters as they join him on vocals, backed by an all-star session band. The performance will be filmed for the official "Ray of Hope" music video at a top Los Angeles studio in late September or early October 2026, with release planned for February 20, 2027 — World Day of Social Justice. And a small group of supporters will be there to witness it.

Two Ways to Take Part

We're offering only ten seats. Choose the experience that's right for you.

Ray of Hope Patron Ticket — $5,000

A single seat inside the making of the video. Includes:

A front-row view of the filming of the official "Ray of Hope" music video — and the chance to appear in it
An intimate, behind-the-scenes experience on set
A private meet-and-greet with Felix Cavaliere after the shoot
A signed Felix Cavaliere headshot
Professional photographs with Felix and members of the band
Dinner with Felix and members of the band

The Elevated Experience — For parties of four or more ($20,000+)

Purchase four or more tickets in a single order, and your party unlocks the Elevated Experience — a set of perks shared across your group, at no extra cost, in addition to everything included with each Patron Ticket:

A private 30-minute meet-and-greet with Felix before filming begins for your full party
One signed instrument for the group — your choice of guitar or keyboard
Reserved dinner seating for your full party at Felix's table, with one seat reserved directly beside Felix for a member of your choosing
Two tickets total to an upcoming Felix Cavaliere concert, with a private meet-and-greet
One autographed, framed Felix Cavaliere "Then and Now" album for the group
The distinction of an experience that simply doesn't exist anywhere else

Only two orders of four or more tickets will qualify for the Elevated Experience. Once both have been claimed, all remaining tickets will be sold as standard $5,000 Patron seats.

Why This Matters

Written more than fifty years ago in response to division and hatred, this song still speaks powerfully to the world we live in now. By bringing Felix Cavaliere's legacy together with the voices of a new generation, Future Youth Records believes we can all make a difference.

All proceeds benefit Future Youth Records' mission to empower young artists to create socially conscious music while retaining 100% ownership of their work.

This is an intimate, limited experience. Tickets are sold on a first-come, buy-it-now basis and are not guaranteed to remain available.

With heartfelt thanks to Felix Cavaliere for generously supporting Future Youth Records.

Please read the Terms & Conditions below before purchasing.

Terms & Conditions

"Ray of Hope" — A Future Youth Records Patron Experience

Charitable Contribution Disclosure. This offering is hosted by Future Youth Records ("FYR"), a California 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN: 45-4537825). Proceeds benefit FYR's programs and mission. Because purchasers receive goods and services in exchange for payment, only the amount paid in excess of the fair market value (FMV) of those goods and services may be treated as a tax-deductible charitable contribution. FYR will provide each purchaser a written acknowledgment stating a good-faith estimate of that fair market value. Purchasers should consult their own tax advisor regarding deductibility.

Tickets & Pricing. FYR is offering ten (10) individual tickets to attend the filming of the official "Ray of Hope" music video (the "Experience") in the Los Angeles area, sold on a first-come, buy-it-now basis through Givebutter at $5,000 per ticket. Each ticket admits one (1) person and includes: attendance at the music video filming; a ten (10) minute private meet-and-greet with Felix Cavaliere following the shoot; a signed Felix Cavaliere headshot; professional photographs with Felix Cavaliere and members of the band; and dinner with Felix Cavaliere and members of the band. The Elevated Experience. A purchaser who buys four (4) or more tickets in a single order unlocks the Elevated Experience for their party, provided once per qualifying order (not multiplied per ticket), which adds to the standard ticket benefits above: a private thirty (30) minute meet-and-greet with Felix Cavaliere before filming begins, extended to the full party; one (1) signed instrument, with the purchaser choosing either a guitar or a keyboard; reserved dinner seating for the full party at Felix Cavaliere's table, with one (1) seat reserved directly beside Felix Cavaliere for a member of the party designated by the purchaser; two (2) tickets total to an upcoming Felix Cavaliere concert with a private meet-and-greet; and one (1) autographed, framed Felix Cavaliere "Then and Now" album. FYR will prepare a personalized seating chart for the group. A maximum of two (2) orders will qualify for the Elevated Experience; once both have been claimed, all remaining tickets will be sold as standard Patron Tickets regardless of order size.

Talent Attendance. Felix Cavaliere's participation in the Experience — including the meet-and-greet, photographs, and dinner — is a core element of this offering. The attendance of individual members of the band and other participating artists is anticipated but cannot be guaranteed, and the absence of any particular band member or artist shall not constitute a failure to deliver the Experience or entitle any purchaser to a refund.

Scheduling. The exact date and location will be confirmed after sales close, subject to talent and studio availability, with filming anticipated in late September or early October 2026, ahead of the song's planned release on February 20, 2027.

Event Confirmation & Refunds. This Experience is offered subject to sufficient participation to proceed, as determined by FYR. FYR will confirm, cancel, or extend the offering on or before August 31, 2026. If FYR confirms the Experience, purchasers will be notified and it will take place as described. FYR may, at its discretion, extend the sales period one or more times to allow additional seats to fill; if FYR extends the deadline, FYR will notify all purchasers of the new date, and any purchaser may request a 100% refund within five (5) business days of that notice if they do not wish to remain committed through the extended period. If FYR cancels the Experience for any reason, or does not confirm it by the final deadline, every purchaser will receive a 100% refund to the original payment method within ten (10) business days, and FYR will have no further obligation. All sales are final once FYR confirms the Experience, except as stated in the Rescheduling and Cancellation sections below.

Rescheduling. This Experience is built around a live music video production, and filming dates depend on the availability of talent, crew, and the studio. FYR may reschedule the Experience to a later date if production needs require it. If FYR reschedules, your ticket automatically carries to the new date at no additional cost, and FYR will give purchasers as much advance notice as practicable. If the rescheduled date does not work for you, you may request a 100% refund within five (5) business days of FYR's notice of the new date, returned to your original payment method. If you do not request a refund within that window, your ticket is confirmed for the new date and remains non-refundable thereafter.

Cancellation by FYR. If FYR cancels the Experience after it has been confirmed — whether due to talent unavailability, loss of the venue, or any other reason — every purchaser will receive a 100% refund to the original payment method within ten (10) business days. This refund is FYR's entire obligation in the event of cancellation; FYR is not responsible for any other costs a purchaser may have incurred, including travel, lodging, or transportation.

Cancellation by Purchaser. Once the Experience is confirmed, tickets are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to another attendee with FYR's prior written approval, requested no later than ten (10) days before the Experience, so that FYR may update its guest list and obtain the necessary releases from the substitute attendee. A ticket transferred out of a qualifying order of four or more remains part of that order for purposes of the Elevated Experience only if the transfer is approved before the Elevated Experience benefits have been fulfilled. FYR is not obligated to refund a purchaser who chooses not to attend a confirmed Experience.

Ticket Scope. Each ticket is limited to the elements described above. It does not include additional guests, additional time, or personalized elements beyond what is described, except as provided under the Elevated Experience for qualifying orders of four or more. Requests for changes or additions made after purchase may not be honored. Travel, airfare, lodging, shipping, ground transportation, and all other personal expenses are the sole responsibility of the purchaser. To ensure every guest enjoys the evening and that Patron seating is honored, dinner seating is arranged by FYR.

Photography, Filming & Media Release. This Experience takes place on an active video and audio production set. By attending, each purchaser and member of their party consents to being photographed, filmed, and recorded, and grants FYR and its production partners an irrevocable, royalty-free right to use their name, likeness, image, and voice in the resulting music video, photographs, and related promotional and storytelling materials across all media, without compensation. Appearance in the music video itself is optional and will not be required. Attendees agree to follow the directions of production and venue staff, and to keep any unreleased music, footage, or behind-the-scenes material confidential until publicly released by FYR.

Guest Conduct. Attendees are expected to conduct themselves respectfully toward Felix Cavaliere, the youth artists, the musicians, FYR staff, venue staff, and all others present, and to be mindful of the collaborative working environment of an active production. All phones and other devices must be turned off during filming. FYR or Felix Cavaliere's representatives may, at their sole discretion, remove any attendee whose conduct is disruptive or disrespectful, without refund.

Eligibility. Attendees must be eighteen (18) years or older, or have the written consent of a parent or legal guardian to participate.

Assumption of Risk & Limitation of Liability. Attendance is at each attendee's own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, FYR, its partners, and Felix Cavaliere and his representatives are not liable for personal injury, property loss, or other damages arising from participation in the Experience, except for the refund obligations expressly stated above.

Force Majeure. FYR is not liable for any failure or delay in holding the Experience due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including talent illness or unavailability, acts of God, natural disaster, fire, government action, public health emergency, or loss of venue. In any such case, FYR will reschedule the Experience or, if rescheduling is not feasible, issue a 100% refund as described above.

Governing Law & Acceptance. These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California. By purchasing a ticket, the purchaser acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms & Conditions on behalf of themselves and all members of their party.

Future Youth Records is a 501(c)(3) Public Charity. EIN: 45-4537825.

Join Felix Cavaliere as He Leads a New Generation with a Ray of Hope

A limited patron experience benefiting Future Youth Records