Association & Member Updates
Here you’ll find the latest announcements on Music Biz events & partnerships, our most recent podcasts & thought leadership articles, and updates on the newest companies to join our Association. If you’d like to receive updates like these sent directly to your inbox, sign up for our weekly news feed email today!
April 3, 2019 – MUSIC BIZ ATTENDEE ALL-ACCESS — Three Ways That Conferences Help Artists Succeed
Logan Crowell spent years developing his craft as a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and recording artist. When he moved to Nashville in 2015 to study music business at Belmont University, he began to see opportunities for innovation in the industry. He’s since devoted his life to rethinking artist development by creating new business models while wearing hats… Read More
April 3, 2019 – Music Business Power Duo Ethiopia Habtemariam and Jacqueline Saturn to Give Joint Interview at Music Biz 2019
The Music Business Association (Music Biz) will host a Featured Presentation exploring the careers of Motown Records President/Capitol Records EVP Ethiopia Habtemariam and Caroline President Jacqueline Saturn, two of a small handful of female label presidents in the industry, during the Annual Music Biz Conference at the JW Marriott Nashville. The session, set for Wednesday,… Read More
April 2, 2019 – MUSIC BIZ 2019 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT — Deborah Mannis-Gardner, DMG Clearances, Inc.
Music Biz is excited to welcome Deborah Mannis-Gardner, Owner and President of DMG Clearances, Inc., to the Music Biz 2019 Program! She will be speaking on the panel “Remixing the Concept of Music Creator,” set for Wednesday, May 8 at 12 noon. Check out the Speaker Spotlight profile below to learn more about Deborah before… Read More
March 29, 2019 – MUSIC BIZ ATTENDEE ALL-ACCESS — Why Startups MUST Attend the Music Biz Conference
In this Attendee All-Access interview, Sodatone Co-Founder Jerry Zhang talks about his experience as a startup owner at the Music Biz Conference led to his company meeting with and ultimately becoming acquired by Warner Music Group. His story is a must-read for startups on the fence attending our flagship Annual Conference. When was your… Read More
March 28, 2019 – MUSIC BIZ 2019 SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT — Chris Lakey, Kobalt Music Group
Music Biz is excited to welcome Chris Lakey, VP of Creative Synch for Kobalt Music Group, to the Music Biz 2019 Program! He will be speaking on the panel “The “Real Deal” On Getting Your Song Synced,” set for Tuesday, May 7 at 4 pm. Check out the Speaker Spotlight profile below to learn more… Read More
March 28, 2019 – Music Biz Member 7digital Appoints New CEO
This week, Music Biz member and B2B digital music platform, 7digital has announced the appointment of John Aalbers as the company’s new CEO, set to take the helm April 1. Aalbers has extensive experience in building early and mid-stage technology companies. “We now welcome John Aalbers to the role of CEO,” said 7digital Chair Don… Read More
March 27, 2019 – Billboard Releases its 2019 Top Music Business Schools List
This week, Billboard has released its 2019 list of the top music business schools, recognizing those who have created educational experiences that transcend the classroom to truly prepare the next generation of leaders in all areas of the music business. Congratulations to all the schools featured on this year’s list, especially those members of Music… Read More
March 26, 2019 – Music Biz Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees Including Famed Beatles Producer Sir George Martin
Twelve additional entities including major and independent labels, music industry landmarks and media will also be inducted. The Music Business Association (Music Biz) today announces this year’s inductees for its Music Business Hall of Fame, including the late Sir George Martin, who will be inducted by his son Giles Martin. This year’s honorees will be… Read More
March 25, 2019 – Music Biz Member FindMyFans Accepted into 2019 Project Music Portfolio program
Congratulations to Music Biz member FindMyFans on being accepted into the 2019 Project Music Portfolio program! FindMyFans has developed an app designed to use fan data generated from streaming services and artists’ social media accounts to enhance artists’ revenue streams. Based out of Music City, Project Music is the Nashville Entrepreneur Center’s leading action to… Read More
March 21, 2019 – NEW MEMBER PROFILE: WorldStrings Promotion
We welcome WorldStrings Promotion as the newest member of the Music Business Association! The company specializes in organizing unique events that use music as a connecting language to bring people together and to promote mutual and peaceful understanding of diverse cultures. The company was founded in 2003 by German-born Bernd Haber. He works as a… Read More
