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July 19, 2018 – [SAVE THE DATE] Entertainment & Technology Law Conference Returns to NYC on 9/25

Save the date for the next installment of our acclaimed Entertainment & Technology Law Conference. Plan to join us for an opportunity to learn from and interact with music industry advocates and legal influencers — all in an exclusive, limited-attendance setting on September 25.  The full-day acclaimed program will tackle legal issues and updates critical… Read More

July 18, 2018 – Music Biz Member Merch Cat Launches Direct-To-Fan App

Merch Cat, a member of the Music Business Association and all-encompassing merch management platform for musicians, is launching the new Merch Cat Fan app, the first-of-its-kind direct-to-fan app centered on the live show. Users of the Merch Cat Fan app can buy exclusive merch on their phones anytime and anywhere. At live shows, fans can… Read More

June 28, 2018 – Music Biz Member Artist Growth & Pinnacle Financial Partners Strike Strategic Partnership

Artist Growth, a member of the Music Business Association, and Pinnacle Financial Partners, a sponsor and partner of the Association’s annual Music Biz Conference, have joined together to launch a new financing program for live entertainers. This innovative, artist-friendly addition to the live-entertainment ecosystem puts more financial power and control into the hands of artists,… Read More

June 11, 2018 – SAVE THE DATES: Music Biz 2019 & 2020

The Music Biz conference has grown steadily over the four years we have hosted it in Nashville, topping 2,200 attendees in 2018 for the first time since 2003. The music business sensibility of Nashville and its Music City Music Council aligns so well with our efforts on behalf of music services, stores, labels, artists, songwriters,… Read More

June 5, 2018 – [IN THE NEWS] GLAAD’s ‘Power of Queer Storytelling in Song’ Discussion Inspires Tears, Standing Ovation

For the past three years, the Music Biz conference has hosted an LGBTQ-themed discussion panel in association with GLAAD (the Gay & Lesbian Association Against Defamation), and there’s little question that this year’s — “The Power of Queer Storytelling in Song” — was the most ambitious and resonant to date. It brought together four successful singer/songwriters,… Read More

May 31, 2018 – Music Biz 2018 Media Coverage

Following Music Biz 2018, we’ve received an impressive amount of media coverage! Take a read below and for the full video and photo recap, click here. May 31, 2018 — The Theory of Everything: Grab A Z And Hold On! — All Access May 25, 2018 — Music Biz Conference 2018 Download: How Artists Can Avoid… Read More

May 16, 2018 – Music Biz 2018 Business Awards Breakfast Scripted Remarks from Music Biz President James Donio, Chair of the Board Fred Beteille, and Vice Chair Steve Harkins

Music Biz President James Donio Before I go any further, let’s thank our wonderful friends at WEA for last night’s great cocktail party. This get-together has become a longstanding tradition at Music Biz, and we appreciate your support and commitment to the organization and this conference. Now, I get the chance to officially welcome all… Read More

May 11, 2018 – Dolly Parton and Linda Perry to Headline Grand Finale Segment of ‘Music’s Leading Ladies Speak Out’ Program at Music Biz 2018 Conference in Nashville

Powered by Nielsen Music, program will also feature Keynote Interview with Republic Records’ Wendy Goldstein and Julia Michaels artist manager Beka Tischker conducted by Billboard’s Melinda Newman; presentation from Nielsen Music’s Erin Crawford; and panel featuring MAC Presents’ Marcie Allen, CAA’s Marlene Tsuchii, SESAC’s Kelli Turner, and Maren Morris artist manager Janet Weir May 10,… Read More

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May 8, 2018 – IN THE NEWS: Ed Sheeran, Nile Rodgers, Julia Michaels Among Honorees at Music Biz 2018

Dilyn and John Radakovitz of Sacramento, Calif., will soon share a notable bill with Ed Sheeran. The couple and business partners (who run Dimple Records, a seven-store music retail chain), along with the “Shape of You” singer, are among the featured honorees and speakers at the Music Business Association Conference in Nashville May 14-17. Click here to… Read More